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Mentors, Skills, and the Courage to Build Your Legal Career

by Nitin Potdar | Mar 1, 2025 | Law Students

I’ve been speaking to many law students during my #Conversations, and I know how tough and stressful it can be to get your first opportunity at a good law firm. The competition is intense, and it’s easy to feel lost or anxious. Here’s one thing I want to share with...

Facing Law Firm Challenges: A Reality Check for Young Lawyers

by Nitin Potdar | Mar 1, 2025 | Law Students

I’ve spent a lot of time talking to law students, but today I want to share something different—something that really made me stop and think. A close friend, now a concerned parent, reached out to me about their son who’s working at a top law firm. Despite working...

Want to Become a Great Corporate Lawyer? Start with These 2 Powerful Projects

by Nitin Potdar | Jan 1, 2025 | Law Students

Many law students and young lawyers ask me, “What kind of projects should I do if I want to build a career in corporate law?” Here’s my go-to advice: Start with researching landmark judgments and drafting core company documents. These two projects will sharpen your...

Your Legal Career is a Marathon, Not a Shortcut

by Nitin Potdar | Dec 1, 2024 | Law Students

I talk to law students every day—whether they’re just starting out or about to graduate. And most of them want the same thing: A job at a top-tier law firm. But they often feel stuck for the same reasons: They’re first-generation lawyers with no family connections....

Reflections on My Book Launch and a Memorable Question from a Law Student

by Nitin Potdar | Nov 13, 2024 | Law Students

The launch of Companion Handbook for Law Students was not just about presenting the book at the ILS Law College; it was a chance to engage with students, answer their questions, and discuss the real challenges young lawyers face. I’m immensely thankful to students!...

Jumpstart your legal career with straightforward answers!

by Nitin Potdar | Nov 13, 2024 | Law Students

Every law student, fresh graduate, or young lawyer faces countless questions—many seemingly simple but essential to getting it right from day one. Questions like: What should a professional email look like? How do I craft an effective CV? Who should I address when...

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Mentors, Skills, and the Courage to Build Your Legal Career

Facing Law Firm Challenges: A Reality Check for Young Lawyers

Want to Become a Great Corporate Lawyer? Start with These 2 Powerful Projects

Your Legal Career is a Marathon, Not a Shortcut

Reflections on My Book Launch and a Memorable Question from a Law Student

Jumpstart your legal career with straightforward answers!

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