Remember the American television series “Suits”? See the charismatic portrayal of the legal profession, the lucrative corporate jobs, and the adrenaline-pumping challenges faced by the characters at the famous law firm? You could have envisioned a career as a general counsel, lawyer, partner, researcher, or consultant.
Yes, we all went through the same period!
The legal situation in this country has undergone significant changes in recent years. Today, the scope of development for individuals interested in law and its field is no longer limited to the courtroom. You can join a company, enter the education sector or even get a government job with an LLB degree. Additionally, the introduction of technology has led to the rise of the ‘Legal Tech’ sector, creating further new roles for LLB graduates.
A Bachelor of Laws or LLB degree can be earned in two ways. One is a three-year course for graduates with a bachelor’s degree in any field, and the other is a five-year integrated course for undergraduate students, which can be taken directly after completing Class XII.
If you’d like to learn more about the types of career paths you can pursue after completing your LLB degree, here are some widely recommended paths to consider.
1) Litigation Lawyer: If you want your professional life to revolve around court proceedings, litigation law is definitely the most suitable career option for you. A litigator is a person who represents clients in court and helps them argue in criminal, civil, family, and other matters. Their responsibilities also include carefully evaluating every detail of a case, coaching clients, developing the best possible strategy, and approaching the other party for negotiation if necessary. They typically start out as junior litigation attorneys, but with experience and incredible networking skills, they move on to higher-paying senior-level positions. Starting Salary: Rs 350-400,000 per annum 2) Corporate Lawyer: Another widely preferred role among LLB graduates is that of a Corporate Lawyer. The job of these legal professionals is to advise companies on legal issues such as mergers, regulatory compliance, intellectual property, and acquisitions, ensuring that companies avoid legal problems and financial losses. To fulfill this role, you will need to have expertise in corporate law and have impeccable negotiation skills. Interested individuals can be hired by large law firms that provide consulting services to companies, or directly become part of the legal team of large companies in any field.
Starting salary: 600,000 to 1.2 million rupees per year depending on the type of company you join
3) Prosecutor: When lawyers represent the government in criminal cases, they are called prosecutors. Their purpose is to ensure that justice is served and that defendants are punished. Prosecutors must carefully understand the details of the case, consider the evidence fairly, and construct the charges. However, to become a public prosecutor, you need to pass the All India Bar Examination and the Public Prosecutor Examination after completing your LLB degree. Additionally, most prosecutors have at least five years of experience as criminal law attorneys.
Starting salary: 300,000 to 600,000 rupees per year
4) Legal Journalism: If writing, communication, and analysis are important skills for you, and you don’t necessarily want to work as a corporate lawyer or barrister, you can definitely get into legal journalism. Your job is to cover trending legal issues, events, and legislative policy changes for media companies and news agencies. You must be able to conduct extensive research on legal topics and provide complex information to the public in the simplest possible way. This position allows you to eventually move up the ladder and move into a role like a senior editor.
Starting salary: 300,000 to 600,000 rupees per year
5) Legal Advisor: A legal advisor is an individual who provides professional advice on legal issues to businesses, NGOs, and individuals, helping them navigate the complexities of the law and ensure compliance with government regulations. In addition to providing guidance, we draft and review contracts, help businesses identify and manage risks, address intellectual property concerns, and resolve disputes with minimal or no reputational damage. We provide support for As a legal advisor, you can work as a freelance consultant for multiple companies or as an in-house consultant for organizations in banking, finance, technology, and other sectors.
Starting salary: 400,000 to 800,000 rupees per year
6) Academic Jobs: If you have a passion for teaching, you can use your LLB degree to land a teaching position at a university or private school. However, in order to become a professor and influence, educate, and mentor the next generation of legal professionals, it takes a master’s degree in law, followed by a Ph.D., several research papers, and a NET -You may be required to pass a UGC exam. With time and experience, you can progress from associate professor to senior professor to department chair, and even become a guest lecturer, giving lectures both domestically and internationally.
Starting salary: 400,000 to 800,000 rupees (depending on institution and qualification level)
