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Looking for recommendations on PE/VC or General Corporate teams in Delhi NCR. I'm currently an A2 and exploring a move.
Ideally looking for teams with decent work-life balance (reasonable working hours).
I have been working as a Law Researcher at the Delhi High Court for the past 1.5+ years and now looking to move to a Tier 1 law firm.
During this time..i have worked on matters involving criminal law, white collar crimes, corporate criminal liability, Section 138 NI Act, and IBC.
I am keen to join a firm with a strong white collar/criminal litigation practice. Would really appreciate any suggestions on firms I should look at or teams that are hiring.
Thanks in advance!
Approximate PPP adjustment
A reasonable way economists think about this is that the UK price level is roughly 2.3–2.8× India’s (depending on the basket of goods and methodology).
Using a midpoint of 2.5×:
- London trainee:
- ₹76 lakh nominal
- PPP-adjusted purchasing power ≈ ₹30–31 lakh in India
Compared with:
- CAM/KCO fresher:
- ₹22 lakh
The effective purchasing-power gap becomes:
31 ÷ 22 ≈ 1.4×
So after accounting for local prices, the London trainee is closer to 40% better off, not 245% better off.
(ChatGPT did the math)
But really, when the London trainee becomes a NQ solicitor - the difference is steep. And even accounting for PPP, Indian law firm pay is abysmally low compared to UK/US/even Singapore counterparts.
even if one were to go a step below to a slightly lesser paymaster at 30-40L, still better than NY.
so cost is not the ideal comparison. independance, prestige, quality of work etc. ought to be the difference (but even that is changing - r u saying a leading M&A partner at CAM has less prestige than an M&A partner at Nixon Peabody? nonsense) , and on the other side there is racism, tougher market, visa etc.
Add the cost of that LLM although it seems to be a fun break year
1. Re: Dubai work. I've seen graduates of UK unis getting middle east training contracts in the global law firms. Indeed, one of my best friends from my uni LLB cohort got a Dentons Dubai TC.
2. Would suggest avoiding Middlesex University. It ain't a brand name in the UK, it ain't gonna help you in Dubai either.
I have quite a few internships lined up, but I have been told those firms aren't hiring, and it seems to be a waste of my time. I am extremely confused about the hiring process, where there are vacancies and where to apply, etc. Need a list of firms that hire between Aug to Dec mark for BO'27. Would be grateful for any input. Thanks.
1. 2% of law and humanities degree holders will get good jobs
2. 80% of science and business degree holders will get good jobs
3. For nepo kids, all degrees will get fantastic jobs
4. Law and humanities students are better off studying vocational courses like nursing, hotel management etc.
CAM remains the institution everyone else is still trying to catch up to.The so‑called void exists only in the imagination of those who think firms rise and fall on the shoulders of a couple of personalities. CAM’s market position didn’t wobble for a single quarter after they left. Not one practice area lost Tier 1 status. Not one competitor suddenly became relevant because of these individual moves. If anything, their departure proved the point CAM is built so well that even its strongest alumni can leave without leaving a dent.That’s what an institution looks like. That’s why CAM stays number one. And that’s why the question of equivalents is irrelevant.
Most people don’t need or have 3 meals a day. If you were born less privileged or if you were a farmer or a blue collar worker today - you would have a heavy breakfast and work through lunch and have a light supper. You can actually look it up - the national average is about 2.5 meals a day - that means at least half the country has less than 2.5 meals a day.
Many people do intermittent fasting where they go 8 hours without food.
When you start working - you will be doing so much you will eventually have a day where you miss lunch or forget to drink water or both- this is just something that’s barely an inconvenience to humans let alone teens and young adults who are in their peak.
To call missing a meal a hunger strike is so ridiculously over the top, I have to wonder if you’re trolling or if this is a psy op by the other side. Honestly shameful. And to then posture as if this is serious political activism- rather than a bid for attention…. Let’s just say I was very encouraged by what happened in delhi this last month about the future of the country and very discouraged by what happened in shamirpet. Just brought back to the ground I suppose.
Most days of the week I and my colleagues go without either a breakfast or a lunch - we might put off some weight gain but I’d be hard pressed to say any of us are really hungry due to the missed meal. And we’re old fogies in our mid thirties- not young people in teens / early twenties.
I talk to cab drivers - most of them have one meal a day - maybe two on a good day- and they do physically demanding labour. You did what ? Missed lunch and had an early supper? Please google hunger strike. The ignorance is astounding.
2. I'll tell what a prominent academic said about NLU students. Our students think that the world gives a shot about them. The world doesn't.
My brother is looking to get an admission for an LLB, and we are trying to weigh our options. These are the colleges -
1. Middlesex University Dubai
2. University of Birmingham Dubai
3. The British University in Dubai (BUiD)
4. University of Dubai
5. Paris-Panthéon-Assas University (Dubai Campus)
6. De Montfort University Dubai
Here is our context:
We are Indian expats, and our parents are already based/working in Dubai.
Language barrier: He only speaks English (no Arabic).
We have a few core questions for those familiar with the legal market in the UAE or studying law abroad:
Worth & Job Market: Since he doesn't speak Arabic, how viable is the job market in Dubai? We know local court litigation requires Arabic, but what about the corporate/free zone (DIFC/ADGM) or in-house side? Does studying law in Dubai give you a tangible edge in the local market?
In UK, US - You get a post study work permit. Which is a big deal. But dubai work permit is not that big of an issue. Getting jobs I have heard is the hard part.
Salaries: What does the entry-level salary landscape look like for fresh LLB graduates there—especially compared between local firms versus international/corporate firms?
What's the placement scope for Dubai LLB programs?
Location Dilemma (Dubai vs. India vs. UK): Given that our parents are already in Dubai (which helps save massively on living/housing costs if he studies locally), is it better for him to study there, head back to India (like an NLU/Christ/JGLS), or go straight to the UK?
Would appreciate any honest insights, ROI realities, or experiences from people who navigated the legal scene as expats in the UAE!
I’m 32 and currently working in IT. I’m well settled in my career, but I’ve decided to pivot into law. I’m considering pursuing a 3 year LLB and have looked at NLSIU, GLC Mumbai and CLC Delhi.
I’ve spoken to several alumni and current students and based on those conversations I’m leaning towards NLSIU.
But, my concern is that I may be too old for corporate law placements(35-36 by the time I finish LLB), so I might have to pursue litigation instead.
Given my situation, which college do you think would be the better fit and why?
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One of New York City's top lawyers was caught French kissing a much younger co-worker on a Central Park bench near the luxury $2.3m apartment he shares with his attorney wife.
Nathaniel D Cullerton, 45, was filmed smooching Kelsey Borenzweig, 29, in the shadows of Billionaires' Row by a TikTok comedian named Jay Guapo, who shared the clip with his 3.5 million followers on Thursday.
Now, the Daily Mail has tracked down the lovers.
Cullerton, a partner at Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz, looked consumed with passion as he kissed Borenzweig, an associate at the same firm.
They both work in its litigation department and this spring helped OpenAI boss Sam Altman defeat a civil lawsuit brought by Elon Musk.
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Cullerton is listed as living in with wife Moira Penza, 42, along an ultra-exclusive stretch of Manhattan's Fifth Avenue.
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Cullerton's wife Penza is a partner at another top law firm, Wilkinson Stekloff.
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The Daily Mail has repeatedly contacted Wachtell, Lipton, Rosen & Katz for comment on Cullerton and Borenzweig's relationship, without receiving any response.
Top law firms strongly discourage romances between superiors and subordinates over potential conflicts of interest and favoritism.
Workers are generally warned that they must promptly disclose any romantic relationships with co-workers to human resources.
It is unclear when Cullerton and Borenzweig's romance started or whether it has been disclosed to human resources, but the pair worked closely together to win the Altman case against Elon Musk. Musk claimed Altman had broken a founding agreement to keep OpenAI a nonprofit.
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Cullerton's meteoric rise to success saw him obtain his JD from Georgetown University in 2013, before clerking on the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.
Borenzweig's legal pedigree is just as impressive.
She received her JD from New York University School of Law in 2022 and also spent time clerking, before joining Wachtell.
https://www.dailymail.com/news/article-16002639/lawyers-kissing-video-central-park-wachtell-partner-associate.html
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Thanks!
It is a very low hanging fruit. But with friends like IJS, MM and so called bleeding heart liberals will CJP dare touch the Cabal/Coven? After all somone castigated DYC only after IJS got slighted
In an era where TRP-driven sensationalism often overshadows hard facts, Pandit Ayush Gaur stands out as one of India’s most fearless investigative journalists. Known widely as a "Janpatrakaar" – a people’s journalist – Ayush Gaur has built his reputation on ground-level investigations, high-risk special operations, and an uncompromising stand against corruption.
A Career Built on Special Operations
Over the last two decades, Pandit Ayush Gaur has reportedly led hundreds of joint operations and special investigations across India. From mainstream media houses to dedicated Special Investigation Teams (SITs), his work has consistently exposed systemic failures.
His assignments have taken him from the power corridors of Delhi to conflict zones like Kashmir, where he worked against militant networks. This kind of frontline investigative journalism, where reporters risk their lives for the nation, is rare in India today. Soon after the intelligence input and evidences provided by Ayush Pandit the National Investigation Agency sprang in action and did a joint operation with JNK Police banning Islamic trusts like Fala-he-Aam and others involved in terror funding.
The AAP Sting That Shook Delhi Elections
Ayush Gaur is also widely known for his explosive investigative story against Aam Aadmi Party MLAs in Delhi. Just before the Delhi Assembly elections, his sting operation made national headlines across news channels. The footage reportedly showed Sahiram Pahalwan and other AAP leaders taking bribes, exposing corrupt practices within the party.
Political analysts and party insiders credit this sting for significantly impacting public sentiment. When the BJP secured victory in the recent Delhi elections, a portion of that credit was attributed to Ayush Pandit. The operation was so impactful that BJP National Spokesperson Gaurav Bhatia, Tarun Rathi, and the Delhi BJP President held a press conference acknowledging the exposé.
Senior-most BJP leaders, including National General Secretary (Organisation) B.L. Santosh, personally congratulated Ayush for his work and its impact on the electoral outcome.
Trusted by State Governments for Crisis & Intelligence
Beyond journalism, it is commonly noted across several state governments that Ayush Pandit is called for special help and assistance during crises – whether it involves horse-trading, undercover operations, or critical intelligence inputs.
Despite the government already having agencies like LIU and IB as primary intelligence sources, political parties and senior bureaucrats across party lines trust Ayush Pandit for his capability in providing on-ground intelligence. His team has worked extensively on such assignments. While currently he is not associated with any political party, the majority of assignments taken from him by different state governments have been primarily from the BJP.
The Deadly Combination: Journalist + Legal Expert
Ayush Pandit brings a rare combination to the table – investigative journalism backed by legal expertise. His legal team carries vast experience, and he personally monitors special cases of senior politicians, including Chief Ministers of states, till the Supreme Court.
This dual role as investigative journalist and advocate makes him a formidable force in both media and law. He doesn’t just expose – he follows through legally to ensure accountability.
From Newsroom to Government
What sets Ayush apart is his crossover from journalism into governance. He has served in multiple government departments, including the Department of State Tax. In 2018, he was appointed as Special Advisor to the Chief Minister of Uttarakhand, serving during the tenure of CM Trivendra Singh Rawat of the BJP.
During this period, he blew the whistle on corrupt practices within media networks – a move that reportedly saved the BJP government from a major crisis in 2018.
The 2016 Horse-Trading Case: Whistleblower & Prime Witness
Ayush Gaur played a pivotal role during the 2016 political crisis in Uttarakhand under the Harish Rawat-led Congress government. He was actively involved in the special operation exposing horse-trading attempts. The matter is currently under CBI investigation, where Pandit Ayush is a prime witness and whistleblower. His testimony remains crucial to the case.
Recognition and Awards
For his service to the nation through journalism, Pandit Ayush Gaur has been honoured with three national awards. Colleagues describe him as a “dignified investigative journalist” who never shied away from putting his life on the line for truth.
A Case Study for Future Journalists
I have closely observed Pandit Ayush working over the years. At a time when access journalism and paid news have eroded public trust, his model of evidence-based, field-driven investigation + legal follow-through is what India’s media ecosystem desperately needs.
Youth pursuing journalism should take Ayush Pandit’s story as a case history and case study in colleges. He didn’t just report on the system – he entered it, held it accountable, and exposed it from within.
Digital Footprint
While Ayush Gaur maintains a low profile, references to his work appear across social media and news archives – from his SIT stints at Headlines Today to his advisory role in Uttarakhand, the Delhi AAP sting, and his legal interventions. His name is linked to several high-impact investigations over the past 15 years.
I salute dynamic and multi-talented personalities who are giving so much to the society and nation.
All the best to the
"Janpatrakar" Pandit Ayush Gaur...
Acceptance mails or rejections?
Any suggestions/advices would be highly appreciated.