Need Career Advice: Corporate Law vs. In-House Counsel + Job Search Help

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March 9, 2025 at 1:02 pm

Hi everyone,

I am a final year law student from a non-NLU (KSLU affiliated) college in Bangalore, graduating in July/ August. I am not inclined towards litigation, and frankly I’m not good at it either. I’m looking to break into corporate law or in house counsel, but I have no clue where to start.

A few questions I could really use some help with:

1. Which is a better long term option in terms of growth and pay- corporate law (law firms) or in house counsel?

2. How do I get into these fields as a first gen lawyer with no connections?

3. When should I start applying for jobs? How far in advance should I be looking?

4. Would it be advisable to take a gap of a month after graduating before starting work?

5. My college’s placement cell is practically useless, so what are the best ways to find and apply for jobs on my own?

6. What are some well paying (6-7 LPA) corporate firms and in house roles that accept non-NLU freshers?

Any guidance, resources, or personal experiences would be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.

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March 9, 2025 at 1:13 pm

A law graduate and post graduate here. Few years back i also faced the same issue. First of all start applying for internships in various legal firms. Give interviews and hone your drafting, researching skills during the internship.

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March 9, 2025 at 1:20 pm

If you don’t mind, could you suggest a few firms/ opportunities that I could potentially apply to? That would be really helpful.

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