LawSikho

Deadline 22-10-2026

Location Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Details of the Organization

People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA) India, founded in 2000, has more than 2 million members and supporters and is the best-known animal rights organization in the country. PETA India focuses much of our attention on the four areas in which the most significant numbers of animals suffer the most intensely for the most extended periods: in laboratories, in the food industry, in the clothing trade, and the entertainment industry. We also work on various other issues, including cruelty in the pet trade, alleviating the suffering of animals used for work, and standing up for animals labelled as “pests.” PETA India works through various means to save and improve animals’ lives.

The departments at PETA India span the following subject areas: policy advocacy, vegan food advocacy, research and science, campaigns, corporate affairs, legal, public relations, celebrity outreach, vegan fashion advocacy, cruelty investigations, cruelty response, emergency response, animal rescue, veterinary, audio/visual, social media/marketing, youth outreach, fundraising, finance, human resources, and administrative.

Are you looking for a career in animal rights? See our open positions here: https://www.petaindia.com/about-peta/job-openings/

Details of the Job/Internship

Position Objective:

To advance the legal efforts of PETA India’s Cruelty Response Team (CRT) including to pursue criminal action in response to crimes against animals through various means.

Term of Employment:

Full-time Retainership Contract

Role and Responsibilities

Monitor the progress of trials in relation to First Information Reports (FIRs) or Preliminary Offense Reports (PORs) handled by CRT
File, monitor and pursue or defend cases/petitions/applications for rescue and rehabilitation of animals through courts, including through engagement of external legal counsel
Conduct legal research for ongoing and proposed litigation pertaining to FIRs and PORs
Advise on legal provisions and applicable charges to be invoked in cases involving crimes against animals
Recruit, assess and collaborate with external local counsels and liaise with public prosecutors to ensure effective progress in cases involving crimes against animals
Travel to various locations as required and often on short notice to manage court-related responsibilities
Maintain comprehensive and organised records of legal documents, including petitions, court orders, and bonds
Professionally represent PETA India in court, to external counsels, police, government officials, the public, media and all other stakeholders
Meet with law-enforcement and government officials in order to persuade them to act to the greatest extent of the law in cases of cruelty to animals
Draft and coordinate or review official letters, Right to Information Act requests, reports, news releases and other documents as needed to ensure sound legal arguments
Perform additional duties as assigned by the supervisor

Eligibility

Bachelor’s degree in law (LLB) from a university recognised by the Bar Council of India (BCI)
Minimum three years of relevant experience with at least two years criminal law or litigation experience preferred
Trial court experience and sound knowledge of criminal laws
Good standing to practice law
Preferred experience in animal rights law or a related field
Thoroughly knowledge of animal rights issues and PETA India campaigns
Ability to collaborate and work seamlessly with other departments such as Policy, Legal and Investigations, as needed
Proficiency in using computers and legal research tools
Fluency in Hindi and English; knowledge of additional Indian languages is an asset
Exceptional organisational and time management skills, with the ability to multitask effectivel
Excellent oral and written communication skills
Strong commitment to supporting law enforcement efforts, advancing legal protections for animals, and actively contributing to the prevention of cruelty to animals
Compassionate, responsible, and self-driven character
Outgoing and personable manners with excellent communication skills
Adherence to a vegan lifestyle
Willingness and ability to travel independently for police and court-related responsibilities
Supportive position vis-à-vis PETA India’s philosophy and the ability to advocate for the group’s positions on issues in a professional manner
Commitment to the objectives and mission of PETA India