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When they called us back to office 3 days a week, my then boss started by making us come to office 5 days a week. When they themselves didn't come more than 2 days a week.
I eventually put in my papers within a month or so. Quit law firms altogether. Life has been so good after that. I get to have indulge in recreation and hobbies and I also make 5x or more in monies.
Tall and successfull
I miss Aparna who used to back juniors. With her gone, we are left with toothless partners.
Though, it wouldn't hurt to get married around 26-27 so that you have some experience in handling things by the time you're 30-31 and still have the option of having kids in your 30s if that is something you want.
Plus, the man according to him is "Dalit" himself.
Then join a chamber for 5-6 years. Look for a good boss over anything else. Instead of a chamber, you can alternatively consider working with disputes team of a law firm. The pay will be better but the chance to argue will be less. You can then take a call on whether and when you want to go independent.
The real reason is that the BJP and Congress only promote chanchas, goons and nepo kids.
[Update as of September 2026: The issue has been resolved, we have been informed]
Kapil's three elder brothers cleared UPSC. He himself cleared civil services twice. His wife was in the foreign services. If you have that many connections you can also become a top lawyer like him. One major USP of Sibal is that he was a cabinet minister for 10 years. He got popular because of that as well. Most political parties and state governments brief him because of that. So, his name keeps coming in the newspapers and people consider him some big shot despite losing so many cases.
Can you let me know through which channel did you apply? I would be really glad if you can help me with it !
I would be really glad, if you can tell me as to how did you apply? Like, is it only through firm's portal or there is any other alternative?
All my work ex is with T1/T2 disputes teams, CV has sufficient high stakes commercial litigation. Want to make a switch to counsel practice in Delhi but don't want to settle for peanuts (upto 40k is peanuts but I'm open to revising my understanding). Who are the counsels I should be aiming for? And does this strictly work on cold-email basis?
Thanks
I'd appreciate any insights on firms or partners known for:
1. Good quality work exposure in PE/VE or M&A deals
2. Balanced culture - decent work-life flexibility
3. Fair pay and growth opportunities.
Please share your experiences or suggestions (even mid-size or boutique firms works).