Lawyer Overview

So, you have been following Street Legal, The Practice and even Ally McBeal closely. You almost idolise Mitchell McDeree in John Grisham's The Firm! You have successfully argued your case before an audience and made them see your logic. Then, welcome to the world of legal eagles. If you have the gift of the gab and mugging has been your forte the law will embrace you with open arms. So bring out that black coat and a handful of evidence… 

 

The judiciary represents the third wing of any democratic system; the other being the legislature and the executive. It is the organisation that guards the rights of an individual.

 

Being a lawyer isn't only about talking and debating. You have to continuously read to keep yourself up-to-date with the latest happenings the world over. Apart from legal knowledge, you should be capable of quick thinking and logical reasoning, both rounded off with a thick finishing coat of self-confidence and excellent communication skills. 

 

If you choose law you can be a lawyer, solicitor, advocate or a legal executive. Of course a lawyer can also become a judge after years of experience. 

 

Solicitors only prepare the paper work while an advocate represents the case before the judge. A legal executive works for a corporate firm and acts on behalf of the firm.

 

Apart from these activities, lawyers also vet contracts between parties, corporate or individual, advice on transfer of technology law, corporate mergers and acquisitions, oversee statutory adherence, legal compliance, etc. They handle matters related to property, insurance, taxation, contract, and so on.

 

There are various specialised areas you can work in:

 

Corporate lawyer: You'll specialise in matters such as violation of Company laws, Income Tax laws, Industrial dispute Act, Agency laws, Copyright Act, Consumer protection laws, Patent laws, etc. 

 

Criminal Lawyer: You'll specialise in matters with legal implications under Indian Penal Code such as murder, rape, theft, dacoity, arson, abduction, burglary, etc., which are considered as serious offence.

 

Civil Lawyer: You'll specialise in cases involving civil damage, compensation for damage, breach of contract, insurance claims and other such civil matters. Preparing and drafting various 

types of deeds and contracts, lease agreements, sales agreements, rights transfer agreements, mortgages, wills and other related documents would be your area of work.

 

Property Lawyer: You'll deal with cases involving properties - mainly real estates. Property tax, disputes on real estates, transfer of property, leasing of property, rental laws and other related cases would be dealt by you.

 

Environmental Law: You will deal with air pollution, coastal areas, common law nuisance, endangered and protected species, hazardous waste and materials, impact settlements, mining reclamation, noise pollution, nuclear power. Pesticides, solid waste, underground storage takes, water pollution and wetlands.

 

Income Tax Lawyer: Obviously deals with taxation - wealth tax, capital gain tax, gift tax, excise duties, etc. You'll advise individuals and corporate organisations on matters relating to taxes. 

 

International Lawyer: You'll specialise in human rights, trade and commerce, citizenship, criminal acts, etc. 

 

Intellectual Property/Copy right/Patent lawyer: You'll deal with intellectual property laws, patent acts, copyrights and all other related matters.

 

Information Technology Lawyers: This is a relatively new field, which deals with cyber crimes. India is a new entrant in this field. 

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