In India, the legal profession is often synonymous with the courtroom, where lawyers argue cases with fervor. But earning a law degree opens the door to many other rewarding career paths, many of which remain relatively unexplored. The time has come to shed light on these lesser known avenues and encourage law graduates to think beyond the traditional judge or lawyer.
The Bar Council of India, the apex body governing legal education as well as the legal profession, in its latest circular has emphasised the need to make new and emerging laws part of the curriculum to cater to the future and yet unforeseen yet evolving career prospects of law students.Here are five lesser known careers for law graduates as mentioned by Dr Deevansh Shrivastava, Associate Dean, Faculty of Law, GD Goenka University, Gurugram.
One such path is hotel and tourism law. India’s burgeoning tourism industry offers ample career opportunities for individuals with a background in hotel management or tourism law. As a popular tourist destination, India’s hospitality sector is constantly expanding, creating a demand for skilled professionals who can navigate the complex legal environment associated with the industry.
From drafting contracts and ensuring regulatory compliance to managing legal disputes, those with expertise in hotel management and tourism law can find rewarding careers in a variety of roles, including legal advisors, compliance officers, risk managers and hotel operations managers.
Another emerging field is legal technology. As the legal industry becomes increasingly digitalised, there is a growing demand for professionals who can bridge the gap between law and technology. Law graduates with a strong interest in technology can specialise in legal technology and work on projects such as developing legal software, automating processes and providing legal analytics.
Legal technology practice management is the application of technology to streamline and improve law firm operations. This includes a wide range of tools and software, such as case management systems, document management platforms, time tracking software, and client communication tools.
Legal policy analysis is a promising career path for law graduates. Policy analysts research and analyze laws and regulations, evaluate their effectiveness and propose improvements. They work in government agencies, think tanks and consulting firms and play a key role in shaping legal frameworks.
Legal and policy analysis involves the systematic examination of laws and regulations to evaluate their effectiveness, identify potential problems, and propose improvements. Legal and policy analysis professionals often work for government agencies, think tanks, and consulting firms, providing valuable insights to policymakers and stakeholders.
For those who enjoy advising clients on legal matters, legal consulting offers a rewarding career. Legal consultants provide expert advice to individuals and organizations on a wide range of legal issues, from contract negotiations to compliance issues. You can work in a variety of industries, including healthcare, technology, and finance.
Finally, law graduates with a talent for writing can pursue legal journalism. Legal journalists cover court cases, legal developments and legal news, providing valuable information to the public. They work for newspapers, magazines and online platforms, contributing to the public’s understanding of the law. Thus, a law degree offers a wealth of career opportunities beyond the confines of the traditional courtroom.
Publisher:
Divya Chopra
Release date:
September 24, 2024
