A corporate lawyer is one who deals with the legal issues/policies and commercial law of an organization or company in the business sector. They handle legal, financial business functions for their clients regarding business mergers, taxes, acquisition, etc. They also negotiate agreements and transactions of business proposals. They also help their clients in stock markets, handle employment law issues, assist or lead a legal team of the company, and collaborate to make legal strategic decisions.
It is a good career option in almost every industry/sector with decent pay and a reputation in society. One can work in the government departments, in-house counsel, or even work as a freelancer in the cooperative sector. They may deal with corporate laws in retail, marketing, insurance, technology, national or international projects. To manage all these roles with responsibilities one should expand his knowledge, and be able to develop leadership and management skills.
Every sector needs a legal advisor for their organization/company, especially in the era of globalization, where deals are finalized beyond the boundaries of the nation: a legal expert can guide and navigate properly to increase business within laws.
Courses available in the field of law:
B.A.L.LB: is the most preferred law course of a dual degree in India for law aspirants. It is an integrated course of 5 years.
Eligibility: Aspirants can choose this course after completing their 12th with a minimum of 50% from a recognized board.
Courses are approved by UGC.
Average Fees- 15,000 to 10,000 per annum.
L.L.B : is a bachelor's degree in legislative law of 3 years duration that deals with the education of law used in professional fields.
Eligibility: Aspirants applying for this course must have completed their 12th standard with at least 55% from a recognized board.
Average Fees- 5,00,000 to 10,00,000 per annum approx.
L.L.M: is a graduate course in law. Aspirants can pursue L.L.M after completing their L.L.B or B.AL.LB with 50% from a recognized board or university.
Eligibility: The criteria for the percentage in the 12th standard may differ from state to central (institution) or as desired by respective Universities.
Average fees-1,00,000 to 4,00,000 approx.
Graduations in law include several specializations:
- Criminal law
- Civil law
- Corporate law
- Cyberlaw
- Administrative law
- Labor law
- Patent law
To get into a reputed institution for graduation or post-graduation in law, aspirants can appear in the respective entrance exams conducted by state/central/universities.
Some entrance exams for LAW:
- CLAT (common law entrance test)
- AILET(All India Law Entrance Test)
- AIBE(All India Bar Examination)
Some job profiles for lawyers
- Corporate lawyers
- Assistant manager
- Corporate events associate
- Professor
- Associate advocate
- Legal counselor/advisor
Sites offering free online courses
- Edx Course and certifications
- Swayam Courses and certifications
- Udemy Courses and Certifications
- Edureka Courses and Certifications
- Coursera
A list of lectures is provided. Students can get access to the site and can start their courses under the guidance of the best faculty.
IICA (Indian Institute of Corporate Affairs): is an autonomous body working under the ministry of corporate affairs in order to create opportunities for research, education, and advocacy.
School of Corporate Law (SCL) is one of the five schools at IICA which is well established in the field of corporate and allied laws with experienced professionals and educators. The academic structure includes; comprehensive academics with a wide range of corporate laws, amendments, clarification of laws, regulations,and focuses on the development of critical abilities of students in these fields.
This course provides online certification on the basis of assessment and includes 10 modules, and the duration of the course will be 6 months.
Online MCQ exam(after each module): 20%
Online mid-term Examination (after completing 6 months)- 20%
Final examination (in person at the end of 6 months)- 60%
National Law University, New Delhi:offers online corporate law courses with the help of the platform 'swayam'. the duration of the course will be 15 weeks. people who completed their graduation/post-graduation or have business/law backgrounds can choose these courses to understand the legal matters of the companies.
Coursera: A platform like Coursera provides; corporate and commercial law, contracts, and employment law: the University of Illinois at Urbana champaign, legal contracts, and agreements for the entrepreneurs: University of Maryland, College Park.
Udemy: has designed its course in such a way that helps to develop knowledge and skills of implementing and forming a legal network. It helps you to apply your knowledge in appropriate situations, recognize the legal rules and obligations. You will learn the management, administration, and regulations of an organization. You will be trained to deal with alternative forms and constitutions of business organizations. The expert of laws will be your instructor/professor who will guide you in the best way to enhance your knowledge and ways for its implementation.
Universities offering distance law courses:
- National Law School of India University, Bangalore
- Calicut University
- Delhi University
- Jiwaji University
- IGNOU
- Kalinga University
- Osmania university
- ILS Law College, Pune
By Mithila Rathod
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