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That is why 'no-conflict' firms which only do disputes exist in this world.
IRCCL and INDIACORPLAW are very good platforms for publishing. Then you can consider the SCC blog and TCCLR.
If NUALS is bad. GLC is worst.
Pay, Kind of work they do, mentorship, etc.
Considering they have almost 50k followers on LinkedIn.
With competitors like KCO and potentially Trilegal looking to enter Ahmedabad market, CAM will look to up its game and focus more on this office, especially considering the fact Paridhi Adani sits there.
If he refuses to pay any further, withdraw your vakalatnama with immediate effect by way of a letter.
However the senior counsel arguing are very senior and star studded. It wud be a delight to witness that though
Rooms are meant for one person but in your first year, two people would be cramped in that 10x10 ft room.
Read more here: https://www.legallyindia.com/convos/topic/329825-NLUO-VC-s-lies-and-shamelessness
There is a laundry in boys hostel which caters to both boys hostels and girls hostel. Student council plans to put washing machines in hostels as well.
Pay, work culture, quality of work etc.
Where did you take up BD work? Mention firm, or city/firm tier.
What kinda job are you looking for?
Learning for you.. write off & get ready for next client.. there will always be some bugger... despite advance, someone will always cheat you like this.. & next time, next client, tell 5L fees & 2L advance
I am a 4th year college student who wants to become a criminal lawyer. I will be first gen lawyer with no background whatsoever.
I have a few questions.
1: Should I be interning under Litigation Departments in Law Firms or Pick an Individual Practicer or pick a Chamber and Intern under them?
2: As the Litigation and Chamber does not pay well, would it be wise to work in corporate/law firms in starting and then switch to litigation after a few years?
3: Any other suggestions that would be beneficial?
sunak (along with biden) has pushed the world agonizingly close to world war 3, so yes..... he's on track to beat tony blair in this department
If you find people with specialization, you'll have to look at other places like JNU
It is however true that JGLS is also known to have super smart people who use the opportunities they are given, and also known for having idiots who just chill for years. So really up to the OP to make the most of it.
You seem like a polite enough person considering it's even a thought that you don't want to jeopardize the relationship. You'll figure out the right words to communicate the above points.
- Arrange a face-to-face meeting or a phone call with your client. Choose a time when both of you can have an uninterrupted conversation.
- Avoid discussing this matter in a rushed or public setting.
2. Stay Calm and Professional:
- Approach the conversation with a calm and professional demeanor. Avoid being confrontational or emotional.
- Remember that your goal is to find a resolution, not to escalate tensions.
3. Prepare Your Points:
- Make a list of the key points you want to discuss. Be clear about the outstanding payment and the amount you are owed.
- Mention the specific services you provided, the agreed-upon fees, and the expenses incurred.
4. Express Gratitude and Understanding:
- Start the conversation by expressing gratitude for the opportunity to work on the cases.
- Acknowledge that you understand clients may face financial constraints and that you value the relationship.
5. Be Direct and Specific:
- Clearly state the issue: "I've noticed that there's a discrepancy between the billed amount and the payment received."
- Provide factual details: "The total billed amount was INR 2 lakhs, but I've received only 20K so far."
6. Ask for Clarification:
- Politely ask for clarification: "Could you please help me understand the delay in full payment?"
- Listen carefully to their response. They may have valid reasons or concerns.
7. Propose a Solution:
- Suggest a solution: "I propose that we discuss a payment plan to settle the remaining balance."
- Be open to negotiation. You could offer flexibility in payment terms if needed.
8. Document Everything:
- Keep records of your communication. Send a follow-up email summarizing the conversation and any agreements reached.
- This ensures transparency and serves as evidence if needed later.
9. Maintain Professionalism:
- Even if the conversation becomes difficult, maintain a professional tone.
- Avoid making personal remarks or getting defensive.
10. Follow Up:
- If an agreement is reached, follow up promptly with any necessary paperwork or revised invoices.
- If not, consider seeking legal advice or mediation.
Remember, it's essential to address the issue while preserving the working relationship. Good luck, and I hope you find a satisfactory resolution!
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My clientfor over 10 days on a 100-page NCLT Oppression and Mismanagement Petition (which is being filed by another lawyer), and I billed him INR 2 lakhs for the work. This client and I must have clocked at least 7 all-nighters together- to pull this off. I also handled another case, got a good order, and charged 35K. Despite daily legal advice calls (which come to this date), I've only been reimbursed expenses and received 20K last Saturday for my services. Have been short-paid by over INR 2.10 Lakhs. It's demoralizing. How do I talk to my neighbor-client about this, and keep things friendly?
Copilot
It’s certainly challenging when you’ve put in so much effort and haven’t received the full compensation you deserve. Here are some steps you can take to address this situation with your neighbor-client while maintaining a friendly and professional relationship:
1. Choose the Right Time and Place:
- Arrange a face-to-face meeting or a phone call with your client. Choose a time when both of you can have an uninterrupted conversation.
- Avoid discussing this matter in a rushed or public setting.
2. Stay Calm and Professional:
- Approach the conversation with a calm and professional demeanor. Avoid being confrontational or emotional.
- Remember that your goal is to find a resolution, not to escalate tensions.
3. Prepare Your Points:
- Make a list of the key points you want to discuss. Be clear about the outstanding payment and the amount you are owed.
- Mention the specific services you provided, the agreed-upon fees, and the expenses incurred.
4. Express Gratitude and Understanding:
- Start the conversation by expressing gratitude for the opportunity to work on the cases.
- Acknowledge that you understand clients may face financial constraints and that you value the relationship.
5. Be Direct and Specific:
- Clearly state the issue: “I’ve noticed that there’s a discrepancy between the billed amount and the payment received.”
- Provide factual details: “The total billed amount was INR 2 lakhs, but I’ve received only 20K so far.”
6. Ask for Clarification:
- Politely ask for clarification: “Could you please help me understand the delay in full payment?”
- Listen carefully to their response. They may have valid reasons or concerns.
7. Propose a Solution:
- Suggest a solution: “I propose that we discuss a payment plan to settle the remaining balance.”
- Be open to negotiation. You could offer flexibility in payment terms if needed.
8. Document Everything:
- Keep records of your communication. Send a follow-up email summarizing the conversation and any agreements reached.
- This ensures transparency and serves as evidence if needed later.
9. Maintain Professionalism:
- Even if the conversation becomes difficult, maintain a professional tone.
- Avoid making personal remarks or getting defensive.
10. Follow Up:
- If an agreement is reached, follow up promptly with any necessary paperwork or revised invoices.
- If not, consider seeking legal advice or mediation.
Remember, it’s essential to address the issue while preserving the working relationship. Good luck, and I hope you find a satisfactory resolution! 🤝
Around 500 in AZB and 200 in Luthra and Luthra and Saraf and partners.
Don't really know how accurate these numbers are though.
Any inputs?
As you would have guessed by now, I have no idea how to go about getting job in corporate law ? Bombay is pricey pricey, I dont even know any small corporate law shops in Bombay or Delhi who will take me as an A0.
Experienced professionals please help
When you don't know something at all, try reasoning it from first principles. Be frank. Tell the judges that you are not able to assist them with the exact authority on the issue at that moment. Then tell them what you think the answer should be and explain your reasoning.
Try not to be too evasive. Some people don't like it and will then try and pin you down till they make you admit that you don't know the answer.
You don't have to sound aggressive or dominant. Try and sound sure, certain, and self-assured. For that, anticipate lines of questioning like the above comment advises.
I really got into preparing a full speech after doing a few moots. Of course, I never read out from the speech but it helped to have a clear frame of reference in mind of what the rest of my speech looks like. This was a personal preference and might not work for you. All the best!
I am based in New Delhi where I live with my parents. I scored a PPO with the Disputes team of a firm at their Mumbai office. The firm had an internship policy pre-joining and I decided to intern for a month.
Once I moved to Mumbai and started working I realised how difficult life is in Mumbai. Everything from the staggering rents to the harrowing Mumbai local train (in comparison to the Delhi Metro) is making me question this shift.
Now, with the present job market I do not have to option to quit and look for work in Delhi.
On these lines I have been wondering if with some years of PQE here in Mumbai, will I be able to shift to another disputes team in New Delhi?
Thank you for your help!
Looking for inputs on work culture,quality of work and attrition rates.
DONTs:
1. If you are someone who wants to establish an independent practice in Delhi itself, I'd not suggest joining a chamber that has only Supreme Court work. You can start with someone with good practice in Delhi HC as there are good chances that they will have Supreme Court work as well.
Coming to your question about the time it will take to make decent money, honestly, I really don't know. I think it's different from person to person. But, if I were to take a shot, and if you play your cards right and are a fast learner and can fetch some smaller clients for yourself, you might start earning decently in a year or two.
On a side note, one of his associates is quite handsome too! India ke Harvey and Mike. Jeeto Raho!
1. The 8% is paid only when the bill is realized, i.e. the client has paid. If the client asks for discount on the bill, then the partner may choose to cut your hours (and consequently, your bill share goes down).
2. No bill share is applicable or paid during the period of your probation but starts only after confirmation (6 months or whatever is told to you). You can negotiate this period to be shorter if you are a lateral hire.
3. Bill share varies from each team. The higher billing your partner, the better your billshare. Much better if the partner has foreign clients/matters (dollar billing mandates).
4. The partner/PA/SA may choose to rationalize the hours you have billed when the final invoice is prepared, so usually you do not get 8% of the total hours you actually spent.
5. In fixed fee mandates (without hourly billing), it is totally your partner’s discretion to allocate hours to each member working on the transaction.
You can share your thoughts, ideas, learnings regularly on LinkedIn and it will attract a lot of professional allies, potential clients
Anyway it you want more informal twitter is a good choice
they call their alcove the 'power alcove' losers
https://www.ndtv.com/india-news/uttarakhand-uniform-civil-code-live-in-relationships-registration-register-live-in-relationships-or-face-6-month-jail-uttarakhand-civil-code-5003753#pfrom=home-ndtv_topscroll
Work is fun, ability to control my time is great (at my experience level), and money is great (I make around what a T1 SA1 would).
As a first gen lawyer, that fear of being without work is definitely there, and it's tough to set up a practice and figure channels of work.
The reason why I am disoriented is because I have interned with some tier 1 and boutique law firms in both the practice areas, and I find both fascinating somehow. But I lack the idea as to which area is a better option for the future.
Can someone please guide how shall I choose one?
This might be marked trollish, but being born in the Illuminati; or, for those of us who aren't born into it, marrying in is the easiest way to join this club.
[Read: EASIEST. Not only.]
Have you signed up in writing to NOT accept even a paisa more than your agreed stipend, assuming if any stipend was even agreed upon, let alone in writing?
Don't overcomplicate your life, OP.
Single rooms, are you serious? The NLUJ hostels are pigeon coops and the mess options are pointless because they all serve the same crap. Please make your life choices on something other than instagram handles