Wednesday 23 June 2021

Legal Education- Everything you Need to Know

 



“Wisdom is not product of schooling but of the lifelong attempt to acquire it”

Law is one of the widely popular career options for people these days.it has evolved with time and has grown extensively. In the present scenario law provides following ways to develop career as well as career opportunities in the legal field and legal system. 

  • Judge of the higher judiciary
  • Advocate
  • Legal adviser in corporate sector and various law firms
  • Law professor
  • Corporate lawyer
  • Law journalist
  • Work in legal process outsourcing
  • Law experts in nationalized and private banks
  • Law secretary and associates in ministry of law of central and state governments

Legal education and law schools are the foundation whose quality, workmanship and solidity determine the beauty, longevity and functional utility of the superstructure of law. A lawyer is to be a harmonizer, a reconciler, a legal architect, indeed an inventor. The character of law schools determines the character of the bar and bench. We must focus on tying up the existing corpus of rich data on legal education into a national legal education plan.

Why choose law as a profession?

Students pursing graduation in any stream and those who are running in the 12th standard should have a basic idea before entering in to legal structure and make up their mind strongly to cover-up.

The legal course without any hesitation and without dropout at any stage of the law course in the full flash academic and professional atmosphere. 

 How to choose perfect course

Law course is to cater the emerging new legal landscape and provides a clear framework for our students to be the leaders of the legal profession and beyond.

It strives to create a new model in the field of legal education which emphasis on corporate culture so that its graduates can enter the emerging legal career options. Regardless of which legal system you are interested in studying and practicing in, you should find a career in the legal profession is rewarding, challenging, and continually changing.

Highlighted here are seven reasons why you’ll want to consider investing your time and energy in enrolling in a law degree program.

How students can get a job

Campus placement, interview tips, cracking the competitive examination, Internship in legal firm junior ship under an advocate of the field in which the candidate has made-up his mind.

Five reasons to opt for law

“what makes law an exciting career option is the fact that the course curriculum is constantly evolving and providing the students immense opportunities of learning that are must-have for students who are interested in taking up law as their profession,”. You will be immersed in courses which will challenge you, but you will also get the preparation you need to successfully transition into the workforce.

No matter what is happening with the economy, lawyers are always needed, which almost makes this career choice “recession-proof”. Prospective law students can look forward to finding a job practicing law even in an economic downturn highlights seven specialized law professions that thrive in a recession: civil litigation, environmental law, bankruptcy law, labor and employment law, foreclosure law, intellectual property law, and e-discovery practice. 

 Great salaries

Money is not necessarily the most important thing when considering a career option, but it certainly is a significant factor. You will find one of the top reasons to invest in a law degree, besides the fact you will likely have job security, is you’ll be able to start your career track with a high annual salary.

Status and prestige

While there may be some negative perceptions of lawyers, these are often intended in a jokey sense, and many people, when they are being more serious, recognize the vital role lawyers play in society, how they can bring about justice, and the intelligence and dedication involved in studying and working in law

 Transferable skills

All prestige aside, becoming a lawyer gives you a breadth and depth of useful and pragmatic transferable skills that will help you in whatever career path you end up taking. Writing well, being able to articulate complex thoughts and theories, alongside in-person presentations and public speaking, are just some of the skills law students develop. Most law students learn mediation skills, and practice performing in the courtroom by running mock trials, often known as ‘moot court’. Research skills are highly valuable in many professions and as a trained lawyer you will know how to conduct in-depth research on almost any topic.

Rewarding profession

As a lawyer, you will likely work long hours, as well as take on projects that are challenging and could be stressful. That said, being a lawyer can be an exceptionally rewarding profession.

“some lawyers travel the country, or even the world, to participate in trials, depositions, arbitrations, and business deals. Others rub shoulders with business leaders, politicians, sports figures, and even celebrities. Making a difference, upholding the rule of law, and helping to win cases will be a rewarding career path no matter how you specialize in your legal practice.

Intellectually challenging opportunities

Those with a capacious mind and energy to keep learning will find they will enjoy the intellectual challenges and rigor associated with being a lawyer. Problem solvers, innovative thinkers, instant factual recall, systems-thinkers, and more are needed in the legal profession. As a prospective law student, you should be prepared to be challenged intellectually on a daily basis. 

You will want to stay up-to-date on general trends and changes within the legal profession to adapt as needed. These trends are gaining traction and graduate school programs are integrating these technology trends into coursework and degree requirements.

 Like-minded colleagues and self-respect

 As a lawyer you won’t be working completely alone; you will likely join a law firm and become a member of a team. Working alongside other intelligent and passionate people to find solutions to a complicated case can be both challenging and invigorating. You may discover new levels of self-respect and enjoy colleagues who are very similar to you. 

Is your course a good career option?

Advocate, judicial officer, legal advisor, JLO, law firms, companies, police officers, NGO, legal writing, publication , mass media, Arbitrator  etc.

Last two years, student activities, department achievements, outcomes etc.

Dept wise events details

Court Visit, Moot Court

Industrial training

Law firms, police stations, jail, tribunals, courts, legislative assembly, revenue boards

Practical exposure

Competition, webinar, guest lecturer, Seminar, Article publication, Practical diary  

 industry tie ups

  Participating with the industrial units under memorandum of undertaking

 Law students and lawyers are in a unique position to help people, groups, organizations, and companies with their legal issues as well as find solutions to many complex problems. Upholding the rule of law is a privilege, and as a lawyer you will be a champion for this vital public good. You couldn’t pick a more challenging and rewarding profession to pursue.