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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AQSFcQtqW94
For context, see this Reddit thread (MSM unfortunately has not covered the case)
https://www.reddit.com/r/kolkata/comments/1fhuz12/huge_number_of_police_gathered_outside_the/
Further, sometimes we might also not give interns work and this work has come directly from our own seniors to whom we are accountable. We can’t tell a PA that we’re waiting for the intern to send in the draft so we could review it and send it further to you. We know the transaction at hand, we know the client and if possible, we do actually involve interns.
Hope this helps a bit and good luck ahead!
Shaneen is the best. Great mentor and fantastic work!
There can be a monthly exception of 4 days a month, but that would entitle extra compensatory holiday for the employee.
Any comments on this law?
For example, CAM ECM is tier 1 obviously, but its IP practice may not rival some others. JSA B&F is obviously t1, but its GC generally isn't. CAM/ SAM GC is strong, but can it rival Mr. Iqbal at JSA. Can NKUs Comp practice rival any other firm? This affects pay in bonuses and partnership as well.
Reviews about the Partners to work with, teams to watch out for, salary, culture or just anything else in general?
[PS- I am going to be interning there soon (secured it via a reference), so would appreciate any insight, thanks!]
Indian law firms cannot compete with their foreign counterparts due to the sheer lack of trust on the employees and toxic positivity. Clearly not having a union for law firm lawyers does not help. Indian law firms are broken with no respect for their associates and with no positive REAL change being undertaken for the workforce.
Something small needs to change at all levels to make the work environment better. What are some meaningful real changes that you would like to see in your workplace (which are not just a hogwash) and how do we raise it?
I am a non NLU student (but a well reputed college) who, by some stroke of luck, was able to score an assessment with a T1 which eventually translated into a job. However, the practise area is not something I particularly enjoy, and see myself doing for the rest of my life.
Only issue is that the skills in this practise area are not transferrable at all. I will have to start from scratch wherever I go. Firm also has no rotation policy unfortunately.
If I go look for opportunities in a firm for another practise (Disputes/Cap Marks/M&A), will my T1 experience in a completely unrelated field boost my credibility, notwithstanding my sub par grades and lack of internships in the area?
pls also include rashmin khandekar, karl tamboly, mayur khandeparkar
Currently I am thinking of buying a nice car as I see people driving models better than mine. But I might think it will be a waste once I actually buy it
Please note, I’m not asking about the recognition of online or correspondence degrees by the Bar Council of India (BCI). I already know that debate exists, and I’m tired of seeing comments about it. I’m specifically asking if having done a regular LLB while employed would be an issue for judiciary exam eligibility.
Anyone with real knowledge or experience in this area, please help.
Context is that a new management has now taken over the erstwhile Corporate Debtor and the CIRP process is complete. In light of the clean slate doctrine, claims of debt cannot be raised.
But this is a claim for compensation, not exactly a debt right? So a case can be filed?
On the other hand, Section 53(3)(ii) makes a reference to Section 326 of Companies Act, which in turn says that workmen dues includes claim of compensation u/ WCA
Pentagon must be kept happy
US election around the corner, both parties taking advantage
Both parties need to assuage their supporters of their respective strength
usual game which repeats every 10 years in the middle east
KCO - Mr. Dadoo and Mr. Ghosh
I am a 3rd year law student at supposedly one of the best private law schools. From the past two months I have been religiously sending emails to over 20 law firms for an internship. The only response i get from, if any, is their rejection mail within 3-4 days. I am really helpless at this point and dont know what to do. All these rejection mails are consuming me and I am losing my night’s sleep. I have a decent cgpa and did 4 internships in the past, out of which one of them were at a good tier 2 firm with an established practice. I also have publications on indiacorplaw and nlu blogs sites.
I earnestly request all of you to guide me. All my seniors here please list down some good boutique or tier 3 firms that takes interns without contacts. Any other help would be deeply appreciated.
Thanks
I just hurts to feel like an unused resource, when you can meaningfully contribute.
* It can also include progression by choosing mental health over fancy pay.
(moderators, I am really in need of help for this!)
My only objection is that I had to go through an extra step to access the content which wouldn't have been the case if understanding of accessibility was more widespread.
Sam mumbai has one SA and two A0s.
Please grow up and start accepting criticism, Don't become puppet of Admin.
I am extremely sorry to hear about your experience .! incase you have the option of dropping in a resignation please do so
If the document is non enforceable you can quit the law firm asap
But incase you are a independent woman you can find alternatives in legal field incase you have good academics you can teach class XI AND XII kids it won’t pay you much but can help you manage daily finances
Stay strong keep going and prayers for you and I hope you work with good souls who teach you and your mental health remains sane
I suffered from major anxiety and panic disorders in that vertical.
1. Nice people
2. Slow paced city - after a fucked up life in a fast paced law firm environment- this city will feel refreshing. Not much traffic as well.
3. Decent night life - it is slowly developing.
4. Cheap - including real estate, you can buy a house at a reasonable price
5. Historical city....great architecture
6. Decent weather - hot and cold - you can experience both extremes
7. Great food.
8. Connected to a lot for places you can visit. Rajasthan has enough places you can go for a short trip. Nearby states also provide a good option - MP, Gujarat, Himachal, uttarakhand, etc.
9. Infra is not that great but it is getting better.
There may be some cons as well but I'm sure pros will outweigh the cons.
" In last few years, NALSAR has made NLS wipe the floors with their tongue "
2. If anything, comments on voting patterns tend to speak those truths that other people may find (ideologically) inconvenient or offensive, even if they are repeated. Please think carefully about whether you want Legally India to be a forum which has a reputation of populist pandering. Or does Legally India have an ideology too?
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If you wish for continued traction, I think you just have to admit that your operating model has resulted in this becoming a forum where certain people say things (or say things in a particular way) that they wouldn't if the anonymity measures weren't as strong as they are, and that certain childish fights are played out on here. In fact, why not? That, for all you know, is a niche need that hasn't been served by other equivalent forums. This anyway de facto became a forum for that once you stopped publishing news stories. So why not make it official? Of course, you should maintain the guidelines about not defaming people, not commenting about protected characteristics and the like, but I think a certain level of ad hominem is just unavoidable.
India, meanwhile, is royally f-ed because we are totally reliant on foreign oil. And so are all of us. Nirmala screwed us with more income tax, now prices will rise and our equity investments will tank once the stock markets crash. 😔
https://www.nytimes.com/2015/02/08/opinion/sunday/the-best-decade-ever-the-1990s-obviously.html
Ironically, it was also a decade when papers like NYT and WaPo produced good journalism and not biased propaganda.
As a side note, as for the Calcutta High Court, I got to know that the Juniors over there would charge about Rs. 500 today per appearance, and when a few of them would ask for Rs. 850 (50 GMs - In Calcutta, fees are charged by Gold Mohurs where 1GM=17Rs)), the AOR would say "your senior would charge 10GMs (Rs. 170). So, the Junior Counsels, of say 1-2 years into practice, would earn about Rs. 500 per appearance, and say nothing (depending on their Senior) from their Chamber Senior. For someone with 3-4 or maybe 5 years of practice, I've heard they charge Rs. 2000-5000 per appearance. As for the AOR mentioning that the Seniors would charge Rs. 170 (10GMs) - that would be true, but 20 years ago when the Seniors were raw junior, which, accounting for inflation, would be Rs. 350-450ish today (I'd still argue that Rs. 170 then is worth more than Rs. 500 is today). I've also heard that since the Solicitors would primarily dominate the Original Side of the Cal HC, the Counsels would be dependent on them for briefs, and most of the Solicitors would not pay such Counsels. I am not sure if this is true or not, but I hope somebody sheds some light on this. [Mind you, this is mostly for the Original Side, not the Appellate - I have very little idea on how that would work, since I am assuming that the Advocate would be briefed directly by the Client there]
Enough on Cal HC, for Bombay HC, I've noticed that they have the same system as that of the Cal HC, with the Original Side being considered more glamorous, and the Counsels dependent on Solicitors for briefs. I would really love to know how much the Junior Advocates would be paid per appearance in Bombay, and if they are paid by their Chamber Seniors as well. Ditto on Drafting and Conference Fees.
take one day at a time, keep in touch with your batchmates working at other places, ask discreetly for openings there
you would be valued more with 1 yr PQE