How do I get an associate position role in a Tier-1 firm in India? I have a great CV but no corporate connections.

[Riafalcon429]

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Riafalcon429
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April 21, 2025 at 3:39 am

Hi everyone!
I am truly mentally exhausted. I have applied to so many law firms, but none of them have reverted back since I don’t have enough work experience.
For context- I graduated in 2024 from a good law school, secured a 8.79 CGPA, was also a merit scholar for many semesters and have a great CV to back it up. Straight after law school, I joined a big pharma company for 3 months [but left right after because of the deplorable working conditions and treatment]. My plans on pursuing a Master’s in UK in September 2026 also came to a screeching halt, despite getting admitted into Kings, LSE, Qmul, UCL and others because I don’t have the finances for it and would have to take out a loan. I have been working as a junior in a litigation firm but it is not my interest, and never has been.
Since my bar enrollemnt,I have been actively applying to firms since the past month, but to no avail. What else can I do? Is it myself fault for having no connections? I have seen people I know, who barely passed their exams become associates in SAM and Luthra because they have relatives/family members there. I just want one door to open for me and give me a chance to show that I can do the job well. I’m smart, capable and am ready to give my best. It’s hard to swallow the fact that none of those matter because I don’t know anyone. Please let me know how I can get into a good tier firm for an associate role. I’m so desperate to hear something back, I might just start cold messaging partners with my CVs. Please help.

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[Urbanpanda2667]

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Urbanpanda2667
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April 21, 2025 at 3:47 am

Just like any other industry this also works on referencing. A reference might help you to atleast give an interview. Try Legalbots. It’s a job portal kind of thing, maybe you can find something there.

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[Desibear1296]

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Desibear1296
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April 21, 2025 at 3:57 am

Its same like any other industry. If you dont have links, socialise and make some. Dont worry

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[Clevernavya9368]

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Clevernavya9368
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April 21, 2025 at 4:36 am

Buddy make connections, start socialising, start going to legal conferences. Also, get in touch with legal recruiters, they’re helpful.

This industry is all about connections & references because work experience cannot be seen in a 2 page CV.

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