How to Work with a Senior Advocate

Working in litigation is a dream of thousands of law students and graduates. Although there is no sure-shot way to succeed in the profession, working under the guidance of a senior advocate is highly recommended. However, not everybody gets a chance to work with good senior advocates as most follow a process of rejection rather than selection to choose juniors. Moreover, the challenge doesn't end at joining a senior; adapting to the working of the senior and getting the right experience and knowledge through the association are the tasks not everyone achieves easily....  more

Level

Beginner

Level

language

English

Language

duration

6 Month

Duration

Course Outcome:

After completing this course, you will be able to:

  • Analyse the concepts of 'Senior Advocate' and 'Junior Advocate' and their role in the field of litigation
  • Prepare a cover letter and resume to apply for the position of Junior Advocate
  • Discuss the work culture at a Senior Advocate's chamber, expectations out of a junior in the chamber, client handling, knowledge enhancement, etc.
  • Understand the working and process of getting work with a Senior Advocate

Course Outline:

  • Module 1 – Introduction to Litigation: Working with a Senior Advocate
  • Module 2 – Applying for the Post of Junior Advocate
  • Module 3 – Chambers of a Senior Advocate
  • Final Assessment

About the Author

Ananya Sarkar is an advocate in Delhi, working under the guidance of Padma Bhushan PP Rao, Senior Advocate, Supreme Court of India. Previously, she was working as legal officer in a corporate. She is a graduate from KIIT Law School, Bhubaneswar with specialisation in Taxation Laws.

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