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The Brahmastra of Legal Practice: Drafting Skills!
This course will help you get well-versed with court proceedings, understand how to navigate through heavy files and teach you a simple process through which you can convert case files into short case notes/summaries. The course will give you a foundation and help you cast a good impression on the judges at the time of hearing!
Why should you join this course?
Learn the nuances of Legal Writing, Contract Drafting, Civil Drafting, and Criminal Drafting: Petitions, Legal Notices, 5 Types of Contracts, Writs, PILs, Criminal Complaints, Research Papers, and Legal Opinions, etc.
Secure jobs and internships with top chambers, lawyers, law firms, AoRs; publish in top law journals. Excel in law school, the courtroom, and the boardroom!
Become competent to assist the best of the High Court, Supreme Court lawyers, and companies with drafting work.
The flexible 6-month structure allows you to balance your studies, job, or practice while mastering legal drafting at your convenience.
Law firms and corporate recruiters, litigators, and policy organizations value practical skills. Most law graduates lack strong drafting abilities- this course gives you an edge in securing top roles.
Learn directly from experienced professionals who have drafted for leading clients and argued cases.
Law firms, senior advocates, and independent practice demand strong drafting skills- this course prepares you for real legal work.
Save 3-5 years of experience by learning in just 6 months what typically takes years for a lawyer to master.
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Assignments34 (51 Hours)
LIVE Lectures (& Hours)Modules
Video: Orientation to civil proceedings and civil drafting
Audio: Court machinery and the steps involved in civil litigation
Sample Vakalatnama
Reading Resource: What is a legal notice?
Reading Resource: Drafting a legal notice
Reading Resource: Replying to a legal notice
Video : How to draft legal notice
Sample Legal Notice
Sample Reply to a Legal Notice
Reading Resource: Drafting of plaint
Video: Rules for drafting a plaint
Video: How to draft a plaint? (screen-share video with a sample plaint)
Video: Rejection of plaint
Reading Resource: Drafting of written statement
Video: Introduction to drafting of a written statement
Video: How to draft a written statement? (screen-share video with a sample written statement)
Video: Set off and counter claim
Reading Resource: Drafting of evidence affidavits
Video: Introduction to drafting of an evidence affidavit
Video: How to draft an evidence affidavit? (screen-share video with a sample evidence affidavit)
Video: How to draft an evidence affidavit under section 65B for certification of electronic evidence (screen-share video)
Reading Resource: Drafting of Interlocutory Applications
Video: Introduction to drafting of interlocutory applications
Video: How to draft interlocutory applications? (screen-share video with sample application)
Video: Introduction to drafting of 3 types of drafts
Video: How to draft a Recovery of Debts Application? (screen-share video)
Video: How to draft a Complaint under Negotiable Instruments Act? (screen-share video)
Video: How to draft a Statement of Claim in an arbitration proceeding? (screen-share video)
Assignment 1: Making a research topic, and drafting research questions.
Assignment 2: Rough Structure and Literature Review
Assignment 3: Submit a Research Paper!
Reading Resource 1: Introduction to Legal Research
Video Lecture: Introduction
Video Lecture: What is Legal Research
Video Lecture: When is Legal Research Needed?
Video Lecture: Identity and Value System of a Legal Researcher
Video Lecture: Time and Energy Required for Legal Research
Video Lecture: What Makes a Good Legal Researcher
Reading Resource 2: Legal Research Design and the Research Problem
Video Lecture: Research Design
Video Lecture: Problematizing Your Research aka The Research Problem
Reading Resource 3: Research Methods and Methodology
Video Lecture: Research Methods and Methodologies
Video Lecture: Applying Research Methods that Work for You
Reading Resource 4: Doctrinal Legal Research Methods
Video Lecture: Sources of Law and Relevant Legal Material
Video Lecture: Using Internet for Legal Research
Video Lecture: What to Look For in the Legal Material
Video Lecture: Key People and Places for Doctrinal Research
Video Lecture: How to use SCC Online
Video Lecture: How to use Manupatra
Reading Resource 5: Empirical Legal Research Methods
Video Lecture: Samples, Surveys, and Interviews
Video Lecture: How to Analyse the Data You Collect
Video Lecture: Ethnography in Legal Research
Reading Resource 6: Legal Writing
Video Lecture: Legal Writing
Reading Resource 7: Presenting Legal Research
Video Lecture: Presenting Legal Research Verbally
Video Lecture: Receiving Questions and Comments
Video Lecture: Importance of Publishing
Reading Resource 8: Ethics of Legal Research and Writing
Video Lecture: Ethical Considerations in Legal Research and Writing
Video Lecture: Plagiarism
Reading Resource 9: Referencing and Citations 101
Reading Resource 10: The Making & Unmaking of Good References
Reading Resource 11: Abbreviations & Signals
Video Lecture: How to Use Zotero
Reading Resource: How to Write a Prize Winning Legal Essay
Reading Resource: Introduction to Criminal Proceedings and Drafting
Video: Introduction to Criminal Proceedings
PPT: Stages of Criminal Proceedings
Video: Hierarchy of Criminal Courts
Video: Cognizable and Non-Cognizable Offences
Reading Resource: Compoundable and Non-Compoundable Offences
Audio: Authorities and the role of police authorities in the investigation of a case
Reading Resource: All about FIRs
Video: Introduction and lodging of an FIR
Video: How to lodge an FIR online?
Audio: Role of an Advocate in FIR
Video: How to search for an already registered FIR?
Video: How to draft a police complaint addressed to the SHO if the police refuse to lodge an FIR? (Practical Screen-share Video)
Video: Introduction to quashing of FIR
Video: How to draft and file a Quashing Petition? (Practical Screen-share Video)
Reading Resource: Complaints
Reading Resource: Litigation Under S. 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881
Video: Legal Notice and Complaint u/s. 138 of NI Act (Practical Screen-share Video)
Video: Introduction to Application under Section 125 of Cr.P.C
Video: How to draft an Application under section 125 of Cr.P.C (Practical Screen-share Video)
Video: Introduction to Complaint under the Domestic Violence Act
Video: How to draft a Complaint under Section 12 of the Domestic Violence Act? (Practical share-screen video)
Video: Applications under sections 256 & 317 under Cr.P.C?
Video: All about Parole & Furlough + How to draft an Application under Parole & Furlough?
Reading Resource: Pre-trial Procedure
Video: Pre-trial procedure
Video: All about charge and charge-sheet
Video: All about Discharge and Acquittal
Video: How to draft a Discharge Petition (Practical share-screen video)
Video: Introduction to Protest Petition
Video: How to draft a Protest Petition? (Practical share-screen video)
Reading Resource: All about Bails
Video: All about Anticipatory Bails
Video: How to draft an Anticipatory Bail Application (Practical share-screen video)
Video: All about Bails
Video: How to draft an Application for Bail (Practical share-screen video)
Reading Resource: Procedure before Court
Video: Stages of a trial
Video: Framing of Charges
Video: What is a chargesheet and how to read it? (Practical share-screen video)
Video: Evidence in the trial process: Examination, Cross Examination, Burden of Proof
Reading Resource: Criminal Appeals, Revision and SLP
Video: Introduction to Criminal Appeal
Video: How to draft a Criminal Appeal? (Practical share-screen video)
Video: Introduction to Revision Petition
Video: How to draft a Criminal Revision Application? (Practical share-screen video)
Video: Introduction to Special Leave Petition
Video: How to draft a Special Leave Petition? (Practical share-screen video)
Short Reading Resource: Search Warrant
Short Reading Resource: Custody and Remand
Short Reading Resource: Summons and Warrant Case
Short Reading Resource: Magistrate and Sessions Trial
Short Reading Module: Changes between the Old Criminal Laws and New Criminal Laws
Compilation of Common Legal Terminologies in Criminal Courts
Compilation of Important Case Laws in Criminal Law
Draft of a Vakalatnama
Draft of an FIR
Draft of Application under Section 156(3) of Cr.P.C.
Draft of Petition under Section 482 of Cr.P.C. for Quashing of FIR
Draft of Police Complaint
Draft of an Evidence Affidavit (Complaint)
Draft of Complaint under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act
Draft of Legal Notice under Section 138 of the Negotiable Instruments Act
Draft of an Anticipatory Bail Application (used in the video)
Draft of an Application for Bail (used in the video)
Draft of a Criminal Appeal (used in the video)
Draft of an alternate Criminal Appeal (used in the reading resource)
Draft of a Criminal Revision Application (used in the video)
Draft of an alternate Criminal Revision Application (used in the reading resource)
Draft of a Special Leave Petition (Criminal) - used in the video
Draft of an alternate Special Leave Petition (Criminal) - used in the reading resource
Draft of a Discharge Petition (used in the video)
A Young Lawyer's Guide to Building a Career in Criminal Litigation dated 27 October, 2023
Mastering Cheque Bounce Cases in India: Understanding Section 138, NIA I Dated 6 August 2024 I
Masterclass - Demystifying the Three New Criminal Laws | Dated 28 July 2024 |
Essential Litigation Skills for Becoming an Independent Practitioner Day 1, 2 & 3 I Dated 21, 22, 23 November, 2024 I
What is a Contract?
Difference between Contract and Agreement
Importance of a Written Contract
Introduction to Contract Drafting
Essential Features of a Well Drafted Contract
Reading Resource - Purpose and Theories of Contract Law
Components of a Contract
Consideration
Damages for Default
Reading Resource - Elements of a Contract
Memorandum of Understanding
Reading Resource - Pre-contractual Instruments: the step before a formal contract
Primary Focus of a Draftsperson
Disadvantages of using a Template
Effective Date of a Contract
Definition Clause
Identification of Parties Clause
Recitals Clause
Territory of Operation
Reading Resource - Drafting of Agreements: Preliminary Terms
Assignment of Obligations
Conditions Precedent Rename
Representation and Warranties
Non Compete and Non Solicitation Clause
Termination Clause
Provision for limiting the relationship
Force Majeure Clause
Reading Resource - Drafting of Agreements: Operative Clauses
Confidentiality Clause
Governing Law and Jurisdiction Clause
Protection of Intellectual Property Clause
Resolution of Disputes Clause
Reading Resource - Drafting of Agreements: Boilerplate Clauses
Allocation of Costs Pertaining to Contract
Role of Witnesses in a Contract
Reading Resource - Module 7 Execution Formalities and Processes
Employment Agreement, Software Licensing Agreement, and NDA
Employment Contract
Non-Disclosure Agreement
Leave and License Agreement
Memorandum of Association
Trademark Licensing Agreement
Partnership Agreement
Gift Deed
Facility Agreement
Sale Deed
Loan Agreement
Introduction to Negotiation
Core Concepts of Negotiation
Key Features of a Good Negotiation
Negotiation of Terms
Types of Negotiations
Techniques of Negotiation
The Negotiation Mindset
Case Study
Reading Resource - Module 9 Negotiations by Garima Mitra
Reading Resource: Introduction to Negotiation
Why is Negotiation Important?
Identifying your Role as a Negotiator
Essential Skills of a Good Negotiator
Steps Involved in Negotiation- Pre-Negotiation
Steps Involved in Negotiation - During Negotiation
Results of Negotiation
Reading Resource - Module 10 Key Commercial Contracts
List of 20 Cases On The General Principles Of Contract
Anatomy of Contract - Part 1
Anatomy of Contract - Part 2
Anatomy of Contract - Part 3
Self Assessment Assignment 1
Self Assessment Assignment 2
Reading Resource: Introduction to Writs
Video: Introduction to Writs and Types of Writs
Video: Types of reliefs sought in Writ Petitions (Prayer Clauses)
Video: How are Writ Petitions different from Civil Suits
Reading Resource: Application of Writs and Understanding Drafting
Video: Process of drafting and filing Writ Petitions in courts
Video: How to draft a Writ Petition under Article 226 of the Constitution of India in various high courts (Practical share-screen video)
Video: How to prepare Writ Petitions that challenge the constitutional validity of a statute/constitutional amendment?
Reading Resource: Res Judicata & the Law
Reading Resource: Judicial Review
Reading Resource: Concept of Alternate Remedy
Video: What is Judicial Review?
Video: Everything to know about Res Judicata
Video: Principle of Alternate Remedy
Video: Can contractual matters be adjudicated in writ proceedings?
Supreme Court Writ Petition
Delhi High Court Writ Petition
Bombay High Court (Nagpur Bench) Writ Petition
Kerala High Court Writ Petition
Bombay High Court (Nagpur Bench) Writ Petition
Landmark cases related to Writs
Reading Resource: Everything about PIL
Video: Everything to know about PIL
Video: Constitution of India, Supreme Court and Various High Court Rules and Guidelines w.r.t PIL
Video: How to draft a Public Interest Litigation (Practical share-screen video)
Sample PIL 1
Sample PIL 2
Sample PIL 3
Landmark cases related to PILs
Assignment (Please draft a PIL)
Guidelines to be challenged in PIL problem
Guidelines to submit the assignment
Google form link to add assignment doc
Feedback Form
Reading Resource: What is a Legal Notice?
Audio: Meaning and Purpose of a Legal Notice
Reading Resource: Types of Legal Notice
Audio - Types of Legal Notice
Reading Resource: Service & Modes of Service of a Legal Notice
Audio - Modes of Service of a Legal Notice
Reading Resource: Drafting a Legal Notice
Video: Drafting a Legal Notice (1)
Audio - Contents of a Legal Notice
Video: Drafting a Legal Notice (2)
Sample 1: Legal Notice Cease and Desist
Sample 2: Legal Notice Cheque dishonour
Sample 3: Legal Notice To Invoke Arbitration Clause
Reading Resource: Replying to a Legal Notice
Reading Resource: Sample: Reply to Legal Notice
Legal Notice Drafting Problem [Assignment]
How to Submit Your Assignment Using Google Docs and Forms
Google form link to add assignment doc
Feedback Form
Recorded Lecture: Finding Case law(s) by Jaibatruka Mohanta
PPT on Finding Case Laws
Recorded Lecture: Reading Case law(s) by Samanvi Narang
PPT on Reading Case Laws
Recorded Lecture: Case Summary from a Case Law by Jaibatruka Mohanta
Recorded Lecture: Case Comment & Analysis by Ankit Kaushik
PPT on Case Comment
Additional Resource 1: Basic Structure
Additional Resource 2: Basics on Chronology
Additional Resource 3: Analysis on Logic of Court
Additional Resource 4: No Notable Structure
Additional Resource 5: Jagjeet Singh v. Ashish Mishra
Additional Resource 6: The Principle and Politics of Liberty of Conscience
Session 5: Discussion on Test Exercises by Vershika Sharma
Case Law Based Problem [Assignment]
How to Submit Your Assignment Using Google Docs and Forms
Google Form Link to Add Assignment Doc
Video: Introduction to Sale Deed
Video: How to draft a Sale Deed? (Practical share-screen video)
Video: Introduction to Loan Agreement
Video: How to draft a Loan Agreement? (Practical share-screen video)
Video: Introduction + How to draft a Non-Disclosure Agreement (Practical share-screen video)
Video: How to draft an Employment Agreement (Practical share-screen video)
Video: Introduction to Leave and License Agreement
Video: How to draft a Leave and License Agreement (Practical share-screen video)
Orientation Session | Sept 2 | Vishakha G.
Civil Drafting Live Session 1 | Sept 10 | Vishakha G.
Legal Research and Writing Assignment1 Live Session, Mansi M, Sep 12
Legal Research and Writing Live Session 1, Mansi M, Sep 14
Civil Drafting Live Session 2 | Sept 20 | Vishakha G.
Civil Drafting Live Session 3 | Sept 24 | Vishakha G.
Legal Research and Writing Live Session 2, Mansi M, Sep 25
Legal Research Assignment 2 Live Session, Oct 1, Mansi M
Civil Drafting Live Session 4 | Oct 1 | Vishakha G.
Legal Research and Writing Live Session 3, Mansi M, Oct 6
Civil Drafting Live Session 5 | Oct 9 | Vishakha G
Legal Research and Writing Live Session 4, Mansi M, Oct 13
Civil Drafting Live Session 6 | Oct 15 | Vishakha G
Legal Research and Writing Live Session 5, Mansi M, Oct 27
Contract Drafting and Negotiation, Orientation Session, Shraileen K, Nov 2
Contract Drafting and Negotiation, Live Session 1, Shashank S, Nov 4
Partner Session | Nov 3 | Shashank S.
Criminal Drafting Live Session 1 | Nov 6 | Samiksha S.
Criminal Drafting Live Session 2 | Nov 13 | Samiksha S.
Contract Drafting and Negotiation, Live Session 2, Shashank S, Nov 14
Criminal Drafting Live Session 3 | Nov 20 | Samiksha S.
Independent Litigator | Nov 22 | Raghav P.
Contract Drafting and Negotiation, Live Session 3, Shashank S, Nov 23
Criminal Drafting | Live Session 4 | Samiksha S.
Contract Drafting and Negotiation, Live Session 4, Shashank S, Nov 26
Contract Drafting and Negotiation, Live Session 5, Shashank S, Dec 7
Contract Drafting and Negotiation, Live Session 6, Shashank S, Dec 10
Criminal Drafting Live Session 6 | Dec 11 | Samiksha S.
Partner Session | Dec 12 | Shashank S.
Criminal Drafting Live Session 7 | Dec 14 | Samiksha S.
Contract Drafting and Negotiation, Live Session 7, Shashank S, Dec 16
Orientation | Nov 4 | Vishakha G.
Civil Drafting Live Session 1 | Nov 5 | Vishakha G.
Legal Research and Writing Orientation Session, Mansi M, Nov 6
Civil Drafting Live Session 2 | Nov 12 | Vishakha G.
Legal Research and Writing Assignment 1 Live Session, Mansi M, Nov 13
Civil Drafting Live Session 3 | Nov 19 | Vishakha G.
Legal Research and Writing Live Session 1, Mansi M, Nov 20
Independent Litigator | Nov 22 | Raghav P.
Civil Drafting Live Session 4 | Nov 25 | Vishakha G.
Legal Research and Writing Live Session 2, Mansi M, Nov 27
Civil Drafting Live Session 5 | Dec 3 | Vishakha G.
Civil Drafting Live Session 6 | Dec 10 | Vishakha G.
Drafting a CV Live Session 1 | December 8 | Aditya A
Drafting a CV Live Session 2 | December 15 | Aditya A
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