BEYOND THE BRIEF

here are conversations that teach you something. And then there are conversations that simply make you feel less alone. This is one of those. In this episode of Beyond The Brief, two friends who once sat in the same law school classrooms meet again—this time from opposite sides of the profession. One works as an Intellectual Property attorney at a law firm, while the other has built an independent...

In this episode of Beyond The Brief, we sit down with an LLM Scholar at GNLU, Gandhinagar, to unpack one of the most debated questions in the law school world:Do NLU tags actually matter? We discuss:✨ The real difference between NLU and non-NLU life✨ Opportunities that an NLU tag opens up✨ Whether the hype around NLUs is justified✨ Shruti’s honest take on privilege, exposure, academics & p...

What really happens inside a CLAT coaching institute once the class ends? In this episode of Beyond The Brief, I sit down with a fellow CLAT educator, Ms. Neelakshi Joshi, for an unfiltered conversation about teaching, coaching culture, students, workplace dynamics, and everything in between. From pick-me teachers and classroom politics to our own law school memories, we discuss the things teacher...

Dreaming of joining the Indian Army as a legal officer? In this episode of Beyond The Brief, we sit down with Adv. Piyush Nair to decode everything about the JAG (Judge Advocate General) Entry — from eligibility and SSB preparation to interview strategy, law school profile building, and the reality of military law careers. Whether you're a law student, litigation aspirant, or someone exploring...

In this episode, we are honored to host Hamida Siddiqui, Senior Advocate at the High Court of Chhattisgarh, Mediator, Trainer in Mediation and POSH, and Director of the Chhattisgarh Institute of Arbitration and Mediation (CGIAM). With over 32 years of legal practice, she has built an extraordinary career spanning civil, criminal, constitutional, commercial, and intellectual property law. This con...

Taxes are confusing. Starting a career is confusing. Running your own work or business is even more confusing. In this episode of Beyond The Brief, we answer real questions that people actually ask — students, freelancers, working professionals, and first-time taxpayers. Our guest cleared CA in 2023 and started his own practice early, but this conversation is not about degrees. It’s about clarity....

Everything You Need to Know About CLAT PG Prep — from someone who made it to GNLU!Aditya Gupta (AIR 542, CLAT PG 2025) joins us to break down his entire journey — from preparing for the exam, choosing the right coaching, dealing with mocks, and handling exam-day pressure to finally making it to GNLU, Gandhinagar. Whether you’re preparing for CLAT PG 2026 or exploring LLM options, this conversation...

Navigating the Early Days: Insights from a Young Litigation LawyerThinking about a career in litigation? Wondering what the initial days as a litigation lawyer really look like? In this candid conversation, we sit down with a young legal practitioner who shares his experiences, lessons, and challenges from the early days of his career. We talk about:✅ Finding the right senior – what to look for✅...

In this episode of Beyond The Brief, we’re joined by Prof. Aditi Prasad Sinha, Assistant Professor & Head, Research & Publications at IIL, and an ADR Expert & Certified Mediator. With deep experience in both law and management, Prof. Sinha simplifies arbitration for law students and young professionals. Whether you’re curious about ADR or serious about making it your career, this conve...

In this episode of Beyond the Brief, we dive deep into the world of legal academia with Mr. Rajat Shandilya, a Ph. D. scholar and Junior Research Assistant at Symbiosis. If you’re considering a career in teaching law, this episode is your complete guide! 🔍 What we cover: • How to plan your law school journey for a career in academia • Essential skills and experiences required to become a law facu...

In this episode, we dive into the professional world of CS and Law. After discussing preparation strategies in Part 1, we now focus on: ✔️ The synergy between CS and Law ✔️ Perks of dual expertise in the corporate and legal fields ✔️ Tips for navigating early career dilemmas ✔️ Insights into work culture, pay, and opportunities for growth Our guest, Priyam Goyal (AIR 12, CS Professional & Law...

In this episode, we speak with Rupam Banerjee, founder of The Amikus Curiae and an LLM student specializing in Data Privacy and IT Law at Manipal Law School. With a wealth of experience in unconventional fields like Aviation Law, Arbitration, and IPR, Rupam shares his journey, motivations, and the key skills law students need to explore emerging fields like privacy and compliance. We discuss: • Wh...

In this episode, we have the pleasure of hosting Mr. Piyush Nair, a young advocate, educator, and judicial services aspirant. Together, we delve into the most critical aspects of the new criminal laws in India, breaking down complex provisions and sharing informed perspectives. Flow of the Conversation: ⏲️ Introduction (0:00) ⏲️ Statement of Object (0:00–4:23) ⏲️ Date of Implementation (4:23–7:20)...

With CLAT PG just days away, Ms. Likitha Avare shares practical last-minute tips to help you stay focused, manage stress, and make the most of exam day! With the exam just days away, we cover: • How to effectively spend the final 15 days of preparation. • Managing stress and avoiding burnout in the last stretch. • Key topics to focus on when time is limited. • Staying calm and collected on exam da...

Mastering Internships & Career Tips with Career Coach Aashna Jain!” In this episode of Beyond the Brief, we sit down with Ms. Aashna Jain, an experienced career coach specializing in helping law students achieve their professional goals. From landing internships to acing job interviews, Ms. Jain shares her expert advice on what law firms look for in candidates, common mistakes to avoid, and es...

Mr. Suyash Shrivastava is a recent law grad who cleared CS in a single attempt. Join this episode to listen to our casual conversation about his preparation, strategy and other insights. Key points of the episode How a recent law graduate cleared CS in a single attempt while balancing law school. • Tips on managing time and overcoming challenges in CS preparation. • The pros and cons of coaching v...

Mr. Akshat Nigam is a third year law student at NLIU Bhopal. He has recently won the Client counselling competition of the 10th National Law School- Negotiation Mediation and Client Counselling Competition organised by NLSIU, Bangalore. Discover the art of Client counseling with competition winner Akshat Nigam. Dive into the basics, structure, and strategies behind this prestigious event. Key poin...

Today, we're thrilled to welcome Anuj, the founder of Legal Desire Media and the Fashion Law Journal. With over a decade of experience in legal publishing, marketing, and forensic investigations, he has worked closely with global law firms, helping them enhance their digital presence and brand. He's a certified Google Adwords Partner and a leading voice in fashion law and forensic studies. Let's d...

In this exciting episode of our podcast, we have Mr. Sista Srinivas, the brilliant winner of the 20th K.K. Luthra Moot Court Competition, 2024. A final-year law student at Campus Law Centre, Faculty of Law, he shares his incredible journey through one of the most prestigious moot court competitions in India. The K.K. Luthra Moot Court Competition is renowned for its rigorous standards and the high...

Today on Beyond The Brief, we welcome Ms. Lipi Garg! With over 3 years of experience in drafting, reviewing, and executing legal contracts, Ms. Garg has helped startup businesses worldwide, including in the USA, UK, Canada, Australia, UAE, Saudi Arabia, Switzerland, Singapore, and South Africa. Join us as she shares her journey into contract law, the challenges of freelancing, and managing client...

Today, we have an incredibly inspiring guest with us. She has an impressive journey from serving as a JAG officer in the Indian Army to her current role as the Nodal Officer for India at Google. Captain Loveleen Mann ma'am. We'll be diving into her journey in law, her experiences in the JAG Corps, her transition into the corporate world, and her current endeavors at Google. So, stay tuned as we ex...

Today on Beyond The Brief, we welcome Mr. Govind Singh, the dynamic co-founder of Success Boat, a NALSAR law graduate, and serial entrepreneur. Discover his journey from a CLAT candidate to a mentor, gain insights into the CLAT examination, and explore the entrepreneurial ventures that have shaped his remarkable career.

Today on Beyond The Brief, we welcome Mr. Shubham Shukla, sir is an assistant professor of law at Amity Law School, Jaipur. Sir is a Ph. D. scholar at India International University of Legal Education and Research, Goa. He has completed his Master's in Corporate & Commercial Laws from Maharashtra National Law University, Mumbai In this episode we talk about perspective on diverse corporate laws, c...

Today on Beyond The Brief, we welcome Ms. Samridhi Jain, a fourth-year law student from M.S. Ramaiah College of Law, Bangalore. She's a legal content marketer & designer. Join us as she shares her insights on juggling multiple responsibilities while helping legal tech founders & legal professionals build their personal brands.

Today on Beyond The Brief, we welcome Mr. Lalit Ajmani, founding & managing partner at Ajmani & Law Partners, a full service law firm that provides legal solution to clients across India and abroad, DSLA Panel advocate, High Court New Delhi. Sir has graduated from Rajiv Gandhi Nation Univeristy of Law, now with over 6 years of experience also highly skilled in legal writing, tips and tricks of whi...