The Indian legal job market is undergoing a transformative phase as law firms and in-house legal departments expand their talent pools. With a projected 25% increase in hiring across top firms and corporations, legal professionals are poised to seize diverse career opportunities throughout 2026.
As demand for legal expertise surges, firms such as Amarchand & Mangaldas and Khaitan & Co. have intensified lateral hiring efforts. In December 2025, Amarchand announced the strategic acquisition of five senior associates from competing firms to bolster its corporate practice. This move underscores a highly competitive landscape where legal talent is actively pursued.
