Chadha & Co Internship 2024 Application, Experience

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In this article, we will talk about LLB Internship at Chadha & Co for the year 2024, the application process, selection criteria and the various practice areas you may get to experience at the firm.

This article is part of the 'Best Law Firms for Internship’ series, where we look at the top and notable firms from across various areas of practice. This series is partly based on how the firms are positioned in various legal rankings, industry awards and recognitions.

Internships are an excellent opportunity to get a first-hand experience on how a law firm operates. They can also offer a working overview of the various practice areas and sectors. You can see that the practice of law goes much beyond text-books and case laws.

Students should also make use of their time at the firm to delve into the 'nuts-and-bolts' of legal practice; such as drafting documents, various types of filings, summarizing cases, preparing briefs and legal research.

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Year of Establishment and Office Locations

Established in the year 2002,  the legal firm Chadha & Co operates from or has their offices in :

• New Delhi

Normally, established law firms have working associations, referral relationships and 'best friend' agreements with other firms; which enables them to render services on a pan-India basis.

LawMint Note : In general, law firms may offer internship opportunities at all their office locations. However, bigger locations may see a higher demand for internship. Your flexibility, in terms of location preference, may increase the probability of your selection.

'Best Law Firms for Internship' categories in 2024

Chadha & Co features in the list of the Top Law Firms for Internship in the following practice areas listed below, for the year 2024.

While we have specifically highlighted Chadha & Co law firm's expertise in the below mentioned practice areas, they may offer a wider range of legal services, as mentioned further down in this article.

Practice areas where the firm is recognized as one of the best places for internship :

• Arbitration and Alternate Dispute Resolution
• Banking and Finance Law
• Bankruptcy, Insolvency, Restructuring
• Competition and Antitrust
• Compliance
• Corporate and Commercial Law
• Corporate Governance
• Corporate Tax and Taxation Law
• Inbound investment
• Infrastructure and Project Finance
• Joint Venture
• Labour and Employment Law
• Litigation
• Mergers and Acquisitions
• Private Equity, Venture Capital and Investment funds
• Real Estate, Construction and Property Law
• Technology, Media, Telecom
• White-collar crime

Normally, law firms the applicants to mention their area of interest in the cover letter or the application form. Before expressing interest in any of the practice areas, students should have a basic understanding and awareness of the topics and the underlying laws.

Check out the LawMint Internship Basics online courses and the videos on our YouTube channel for an overview of the various specialized practice areas.

About Chadha & Co

Chadha & Co is a full-service law firm – with a focus on Corporate and Commercial law. The firm delivers practical, proactive and cost-effective legal advice. Chadha & Co has a specialized inbound practice, advising foreign corporations doing business in India on all Indian laws and regulations that are relevant to their business.

Chadha & Co advises international corporations on their India entry strategy, structuring their entry, establishing Indian operations, and on legal and regulatory issues while they conduct their operations in the country.

The firm works with correspondent lawyers across India. Their client base spans across multiple sectors and includes leading Fortune 500 corporations as well as small and medium enterprises.

Practice Areas, Focus Sectors & Expertise

Chadha & Co law firm's website or brochures mention that the firm's legal services and expertise extend to the following practice areas :

• Banking
• Bankruptcy and Reorganization
• Commercial Contracts
• Company Formation
• Liaison Offices
• Branch Offices
• Competition Law
• Corporate and Securities Laws
• Corporate Governance
• E-Commerce
• Environmental Law
• Foreign Direct Investment
• Immigration
• Insurance
• International Trade
• Joint Ventures and Technical Collaborations
• Labour and Employment Law
• Litigation and Arbitration
• Licensing and Franchising
• Mergers and Acquisitions
• Project and Corporate Finance
• Real Estate
• Regulatory Approvals
• Taxation: International and Local (direct and indirect)
• Transaction Support

In general, Law firms cannot be clearly demarcated in terms of areas of practice.

Due to the overlaps in many specializations; and the need to provide comprehensive legal solutions to their clients, almost all medium and large law practices tend to be 'full-service' firms.

However, they may choose to identify themselves with one or more areas of specializations.

Official website of the firm

Pursuant to BCI rules, the firm's website may have limited information. However, internship applicants should invariably read through the website and brochures as part of the essential research and groundwork before applying.

Very often, an overview of the firm, it's partners and associates can give you a good idea about the working structure and organizational hierarchy of Chadha & Co.

The firm's official website is accessible at this link : http://www.chadha-co.com

Career opportunities and internship openings at Chadha & Co may also be periodically published in the careers section of their website. Refer to the specific careers / opportunities web-page link mentioned further down in this article.

Chadha & Co Internship in 2024 for LLB Students

If you want a sneak preview of what it means to be a corporate and commercial lawyer, or you seek to move beyond theory to make a difference, or you consider team work an opportunity for personal growth and you desire to learn and contribute – Chadha & Co encourages you to apply for an internship with them; at India’s leading boutique law firm.

Chadha & Co internship programs give bright and ambitious students from top law schools the opportunity to learn more about what a career in corporate law can offer. Their interns work on real projects and are mentored by experienced lawyers, getting the true feel of the Chadha & Co. experience and the life of a corporate lawyer.

Interns are assigned to client projects and given responsibility for particular portions of the work. They participate in team meetings and interact with clients, experiencing the day-to-day work of lawyers. The work offers opportunities for interaction not only with Chadha & Co.’s team, but also with senior client leaders.

Lasting for one to three months, an internship is an ideal "mutual fit" assessment—as you get to know the world of corporate law, Chadha & Co. also gets to know you. By attending training sessions, working on matters with other lawyers, and participating in office social events, interns can get to know the people they may one day work with at Chadha & Co.

The best way to apply for an internship is to use their simple online application form – which allows you to upload your resume and a covering letter (As one DOC or PDF document.); or you can email them at: internships@chadha-co.com

Chadha & Co Careers & Opportunities web page

Refer to the following website / page link for further information about the current opportunities, internship openings and other details : http://www.chadha-co.com/careers-internships

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Law Internship FAQs

How can I get internship at Chadha & Co?

Chadha & Co offers internship opportunities based on their requirements. Refer to the LawMint.com article for details on the eligibility, application process and selection criteria for Chadha & Co internship.

Is internship compulsory for law students in India?

As per the Bar Council of India rules, Law students have to complete a minimum of 12 weeks internship, in total, for a Three Year LLB and 20 weeks in total, for a Five Year LLB.

What are the best internships for law students?

Law students can complete internship with Law firms, NGOs, Trial and Appellate Advocates, Judiciary, Legal Regulatory authorities, Legislatures and Parliament, Other Legal Functionaries, Market Institutions, Law Firms, Companies, Local Self Government and other such bodies as the University may stipulate.

Do law interns get paid in India?

Internships may be paid or unpaid, depending on the duration and type of internship, and as per the policies and discretion of the law firm. Typically, bigger law firms offer a stipend to their interns. Some firms may offer meal allowances and reimbursements. Small firms may have only unpaid internships.

How do I intern at a law firm?

Read the articles on LawMint for details on how to apply, when to apply, how to create your resume, how to prepare for interviews and how to get selected for internship with top law firms in India.

How do big law firms give internships?

Big Law firms may offer internships directly to interested LLB students, or through college placement committees. Some firms may have a structured selection and interview process for evaluating and shortlisting interns best suited for their practices.

What law firms look for in interns?

Law firms look for good written and verbal communication skills, interest in the practice areas of the firm, relevant extra curriculars, good academic credentials and an aptitude to learn. Bigger law firm evaluate all applicants through the their resume, cover letter, writing sample, interview performance and other criteria.

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