Black Robes for Advocates: The Historical Perspective
Except for a few countries, Black and White is a ubiquitous symbol of the Legal Profession across the world. The colour “Black” of the Black Robes for Advocates generally has several different overtones. Like any other colour, it has both positive and negative connotations. So it is that, on one hand, it signifies death, evil and mystery; […]
Is it possible to become a Judge after B.A. LL.B.?
Yes, you can become a Judge after B.A. LL.B.! This is because the very first eligibility criteria for becoming Judge states that the candidate must have passed LL.B. degree from a recognized university. And, in as much as the B.A. LL.B. degree is in effect equivalent to a LL.B. degree from a recognized university, a B.A. LL.B. student perfectly […]
What is an Integrated Law Course?
An integrated law course can be broadly defined as a law course that includes dual conventional degrees, one of which is the degree of law and the other degree could range from being that of law and the other the arts to science stream. In effect, an integrated law course makes it possible for one to pursue the traditional […]
Importance of LinkedIn for Law students
As most of us know, LinkedIn is an American business and employment-oriented service that operates via websites and mobile apps. The platform is mostly used for the purpose of professional networking, which includes employers posting jobs and job seekers posting their CVs. The basic services of LinkedIn allow one to create profiles, which for employees commonly consist of a […]
Changes in Justice Delivery system in pandemic @ Virtual Hearings
The global Covid-19 pandemic that has lead to lockdowns in a large number of nations around the world, and has caused serious disruption in all facets of life for an uncertain period has no doubt affected the Indian legal landscape also. Taking into consideration the fact that a complete shutdown of the Indian justice system is unfavourable, the law firms have implemented work […]
B.A. LL.B.: A favourable course towards a career in law
In this age of rampant globalization, wherein all boundaries have been outstripped and the entire global community is putting an effort to understand and define the changing dynamics of economic and technological advancement, there has come up to the forefront a dire urgency for dexterous legal professionals to address the same. Social Media, Blockchain Technology, […]
Four Things One Must Remember To Win A Court Case
Four Things One Must Remember To Win A Court Case Generally speaking, a lawyer has to discharge dual responsibility. Firstly, he/she has to protect his/her client’s interest. In most cases, the litigant is not interested in abstract questions of law or justice. Rather, what they want is success in their case. So, the lawyer has […]
Law As A Career
Importance of Legal Profession Nowadays, there is surge in pursuing law as a profession owing to the changing social and economic circumstances and the ever-increasing regulatory role being undertaken by the government, there has been a growing requirement for the lawyers in all sectors of human life. Besides being financially lucrative, Law is also an adventurous and exciting […]
Do You Know About Civil Law?
Civil Law: An introduction Civil Law systems are also known as continental or Romano-Germanic legal systems. They are found on all continents and cover about 60% of the world. They are essentially based on concepts, categories, and rules emanating from the Roman law. They also carry with them some influence of canon law, which are at […]
Why India needs Population Control Law?
In many ways, “OVERPOPULATION” stands out as one of India’s biggest problem today. This is because, its unstoppable growth portends very important and far-reaching repercussions in the various aspects of the nation’s growth, and that warrants urgent intervention of law to control the situation. Alarm-bells have already started ringing that India’s current population of 1.38 […]
Legal Education in India: Some Interesting Law Specializations
With an influx of opportunities because of all-round globalization in the law sector, the subject of “Law” today offers promising careers to all aspirants who choose to pursue their Legal Education in India. In addition, opportunities from private sectors are opening doors for law professionals to work with corporate houses, real estate companies, film industry, healthcare […]
Environmental Law as a Career: An Overview
One of the most promising and ever evolving branch of law i.e. Environmental Law in recent years has gained a huge momentum when it comes to making a successful legal Career by law graduates across the globe. This law essentially deals with laws and issues woven around green initiatives, waste management, sustainability strategies, bio-diversity, hazardous waste and alternative energy resources. […]
The Legal Clause You Must Know in a Pandemic
“Force majeure” is a rarely used and often mentioned clause in the fine print of a contract. In the wake of the current unprecedented COVID-19 crisis, it has suddenly become the most worth understanding Legal Clause in a Pandemic. This is because the current pandemic is causing the sudden and unexpected cancellation of all manner of […]
How Patent Reforms Boost Developing Countries
TRIPS – expanded as, “The Agreement on Trade Related Aspects of Intellectual Property Rights” – was the first to include provisions for intellectual property (IP) rights within the multilateral trading system. Coming into effect in 1995, TRIPS extended access to patent protection, broadened the types of inventions that were patentable (notably medicines and biotech), and […]
Patent Trolls: The Indian perspective
Generally speaking, “Patent Laws” are enacted to encourage innovation and invention, which eventually leads to the benefit of the public at large. Intrinsically, they are the rights which are granted not only for the personal benefits of the patentee but also for the public interest, which also happens to be the underlying spirit of the Indian Patent Act, 1970. […]