Overview
The District Legal Services Authority, Aligarh has announced recruitment for two legal aid positions—Deputy Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel and Assistant Legal Aid Defense Counsel. The posts offer honorariums of ₹40,000–60,000 and ₹20,000–35,000 per month respectively, with eligibility based on years of criminal law practice. Applications can be submitted offline from 02/12/2025 to 23/12/2025 05:00 PM. Selection is merit‑based, involving interviews and final approval by the Executive Chairman of the U.P. State Legal Services Authority.
Key Details
- Organization
- District Legal Services Authority, Aligarh (DLSA Aligarh)
- Qualification
- Deputy Chief LADC: Minimum 7 years practice in criminal law, at least 20 Sessions trials handled, excellent knowledge of criminal law, strong communication, research and IT skills. Assistant LADC: 0–3 years practice in criminal law, good communication, research and IT skills, understanding of ethical duties of defence counsel.
- Vacancies
- 2
- Posted
- 02/12/2025
- Last date to apply
- 23/12/2025 05:00 PM
Important Dates
| notification_date | 02/12/2025 |
| application_start_date | 02/12/2025 |
| application_last_date | 23/12/2025 05:00 PM |
Important Links
Vacancy Details
Aligarh: 2
Selection Process
Merit‑based selection by the Selection Committee at DLSA Aligarh, including an interview of all applicants. Final appointment subject to approval of the Hon’ble Executive Chairman, U.P. State Legal Services Authority, Lucknow.
How to Apply
Download the prescribed application format from the District Court Aligarh website, UPSLSA website or Allahabad High Court website., Fill the application completely in the given format for engagement as a full‑time Legal Aid Lawyer (Deputy Chief/Assistant LADC)., Attach self‑attested copies of required documents (educational qualifications, Bar Council enrollment certificate, identity and address proof, ITRs if available, judgments and cross‑examinations in Sessions cases for Deputy Chief LADC, etc.)., Place the filled form and documents in a sealed envelope., Submit the application personally or via Speed Post to the office of Secretary, District Legal Services Authority, Aligarh, ensuring it reaches on or before 23/12/2025 05:00 PM.
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the important dates for DLSA Aligarh Recruitment 2025 - Apply Offline for 02 Deputy Chief Legal Aid Defence Counsel and Assistant Legal Aid Defence Counsel Posts?
notification date: 02/12/2025; application start date: 02/12/2025; application last date: 23/12/2025 05:00 PM
What is the age limit?
Not specified; selection based on experience and merit
What is the selection process?
Merit‑based selection by the Selection Committee at DLSA Aligarh, including an interview of all applicants. Final appointment subject to approval of the Hon’ble Executive Chairman, U.P. State Legal Services Authority, Lucknow.