DISTRICT LEGAL SERVICES AUTHORITY KABIRDHAM RECRUITMENT 2025: CONTRACTUAL APPOINTMENT TO THE POSTS OF DEPUTY CHIEF LEGAL AID DEFENSE COUNCIL
DLSA Kabirdham Recruitment 2025 – Deputy Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel
The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Kabirdham, Chhattisgarh has invited applications for the post of Deputy Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel on a contractual basis. This recruitment will be carried out as per the guidelines of the National Legal Services Authority, New Delhi and the Chhattisgarh State Legal Services Authority, Bilaspur. Eligible candidates can apply in the prescribed format before the closing date.
Notification Overview
Recruiting Body: District Legal Services Authority, Kabirdham (Chhattisgarh)
Post Name: Deputy Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel
Total Vacancies: 02
Mode of Appointment: Contract Basis
Contract Period: 1 Year (extendable based on performance)
Monthly Honorarium: ₹40,000/-
Vacancy Details
| Post Name | Total Posts | Type of Appointment | Tenure | Honorarium |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Deputy Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel | 02 | Contractual | 01 Year | ₹40,000/- per month |
Important Dates
Application Start Date: 25 August 2025 (11:00 AM)
Last Date to Apply: 24 September 2025 (05:00 PM)
Age Limit
The official notification does not mention a specific age limit. However, candidates must meet all required qualifications and experience criteria. Relaxations may be granted in exceptional cases with approval of the Hon’ble Executive Chairman, Chhattisgarh State Legal Services Authority.
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LLB)
- Minimum 7 years of practice in Criminal Law
- Handled at least 20 criminal cases in the Sessions Court
- Strong understanding of Criminal Law and research skills
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to maintain ethical standards and work effectively with others
Application Fee
No application fee has been mentioned in the official notification.
Salary & Allowances
Selected candidates will receive a consolidated honorarium of ₹40,000/- per month. No additional allowances have been specified.
Selection Process
- Selection will be transparent and merit-based.
- Candidates will be evaluated on qualifications, experience, and skills.
- The selection committee will be headed by the Principal District & Sessions Judge.
- Final appointments will be purely contractual.
Job Responsibilities or Nature of Work
- Provide free legal aid in criminal cases at different stages of trial.
- Visit prisons regularly to address the legal needs of inmates.
- Handle remand, bail, trial, and appeal cases.
- Conduct legal research and guide Assistant Counsel.
- Maintain case files and prepare reports as required.
How to Apply
- Applications must be submitted in the prescribed format provided in the official advertisement.
- Fill the application form with a blue ball pen only.
- Enclose self-attested copies of the following documents:
- Date of Birth Certificate
- Educational Qualification Certificates
- Caste Certificate (if applicable)
- Domicile Certificate
- Experience proof of handling 20 criminal cases in Sessions Court
- Recent Passport-size Colour Photograph
- Place the application in a sealed envelope clearly mentioning the applied post on top.
- Submit the envelope in person or by Registered Post to:
Office of the Principal District Judge / Chairperson,
District Legal Services Authority,
ADR Building, District Court Premises,
Kabirdham, Chhattisgarh – 491995
Important Instructions
- Only applications in the prescribed format will be accepted.
- Incomplete, unsigned, or incorrect applications will be rejected.
- Original documents must be produced during verification.
- Services may be terminated immediately if performance is unsatisfactory or if ethical guidelines are violated.
- Applicants should carefully read the official notification before applying.
- Ensure the application reaches on or before the deadline; late applications will not be accepted.
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