BALOD DISTRICT LEGAL SERVICES AUTHORITY RECRUITMENT 2025: DEPUTY CHIEF LEGAL AID DEFENSE COUNCIL

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Balod DLSA Recruitment 2025: Deputy Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel

Updated: July 9, 2025 | Source: rojgarclick.com

The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Balod, Chhattisgarh has issued recruitment notification No. 465 dated 02.07.2025 for the post of Deputy Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel on a contract basis. This is a one-year position with a monthly honorarium of ₹40,000. Applications must be sent via Speed Post or Registered Post by 5:00 PM, 21 July 2025.

Vacancy Details

Post	No. of Vacancies	Monthly Pay
Deputy Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel	01 (Unreserved)	₹40,000

Key Dates

• Last Date to Apply: 21 July 2025 (5:00 PM)
• Application Mode: Speed Post or Registered Post only
• Address: The Chairman, District Legal Services Authority, District Court Campus, Balod, Chhattisgarh, PIN - 491226
• Official Website: balod.dcourts.gov.in

Eligibility Criteria

• Educational Qualification: Law degree (LLB) and enrollment with Bar Council.
• Experience: Minimum 7 years of criminal law practice, including at least 20 sessions court cases. (Relaxation in special cases)
• Skills Required:
  • Strong knowledge of criminal law
  • Excellent written and verbal communication
  • Legal research skills
  • High ethical awareness of defense responsibilities
  • Team collaboration and IT proficiency
• Other Conditions:
  • Must be an Indian citizen
  • No criminal convictions
  • NOC required if employed in government service
  • Disqualified if removed from prior government or High Court service
  • Applicants with more than one living spouse are ineligible

Job Responsibilities

• Represent legal aid cases in Sessions Courts – trials, appeals, bail, remands
• Conduct jail visits and client interviews
• Maintain complete case files
• Guide legal researchers, interns, and junior legal aid lawyers
• Perform any duties assigned by DLSA Balod

Selection Process

• Shortlisting based on merit (graduation marks). Up to 10 times the number of vacancies may be called for interview.
• Final selection based on interview performance and eligibility.
• Tie-breaking: Priority to older candidates by date of birth, then alphabetical order.
• Waitlist valid for 1 year in case of vacancy or non-joining.

Application Process

• Apply in the format provided in the official advertisement.
• Send in a sealed envelope marked “Application for Deputy Chief Legal Aid Defense Counsel (Contractual)”
• Send only via Speed Post or Registered Post to the address mentioned above.
• Documents to Attach:
  • Self-attested copies of educational qualifications and residence proof
  • Bar Council registration and list of 20 sessions cases with evidence
  • Date of birth proof (10th/12th certificate)
  • NOC for government employees
  • Recent passport photo and ID proof (Aadhaar/Voter/Driving License/PAN)
• Download Admit Card from: balod.dcourts.gov.in

Termination Conditions

• Breach of duties or misconduct
• Receiving illegal benefits from aid seekers
• Criminal conviction
• Political activity involvement
• Failure to meet performance standards
• Unauthorized absence for over 2 weeks
• Unsatisfactory performance review after 6 months

Code of Ethics

• No work in cases with personal/financial conflict
• Maintain confidentiality of client information
• Do not misuse office resources
• Not allowed to take private legal cases
• Must adhere to Bar Council of India rules

Leave Entitlement

• 15 days of pro-rata leave per year
• No salary for extra leave
• No carry-forward or encashment of unused leave

Important Instructions

• Selected candidates must submit original certificates and medical fitness from a recognised board
• Service will be terminated for criminal involvement or misconduct
• Influence in selection will lead to disqualification
• No TA/DA will be paid for appearing in the interview
• DLSA reserves the right to modify interview dates or rules
• All results and updates will be available at balod.dcourts.gov.in

Preparation Tips

• Keep all required documents organised in advance
• Brush up on criminal law, legal research, and communication skills
• Download and print your admit card on time
• Practice using legal software and Microsoft Office

About DLSA Balod

The District Legal Services Authority (DLSA), Balod operates under NALSA guidelines to ensure free legal aid and awareness among the public. It plays a crucial role in delivering justice to the underprivileged sections of society.

Source: rojgarclick.com