This article is written by Komal Arora. It delves into the role of Data Protection Officers in India as well as in the European context, their eligibility criteria, certification courses that are accepted internationally, etc. It also covers the career outlook and potential career opportunities, along with frequently asked questions on the topic. Introduction  We …

This article is written by Kavya Arora. It provides a brief background on the need for the role of a Data Protection Officer (DPO) in an organisation. The author lists the essential skills required by a DPO, including technical, soft and professional skills. These skills are crucial for any DPO who aims to advance in …

This article on how to register in an independent director databank is written by Ashutosh. In this article, the author has discussed in detail the steps to register in an independent director databank and all other necessary requirements that an independent director needs to comply with in order to successfully register in the independent director …

Startups are companies in their early stages of functioning and operations. They generally start with high costs but limited revenue and investments which are generated by various sources. As these startups are working in a more organic, rather than well settled form they tend to face obstacles in various stages of their operations. The startup …

Navigating labour authority notices can be a challenging task, but fear not – we’ve got your back! Let’s delve into the art of crafting effective responses that not only address concerns but also showcase your commitment to compliance. Notices from labour authorities can be of two types:  How do you respond to such notices?  Imagine …

Let us discuss reviewing a contract in the context of a Non Disclosure Agreement. This is the simplest contract that one can start working with.  An NDA is basically a contract between parties who are  considering  entering into a deal. They are sharing details about themselves which are  confidential and  it could hurt them if …

Due diligence is one of your first tasks as a lawyer working in the M&A or corporate transactions team, or even as an intern. Due diligence is also undertaken for IP or technology acquisitions.  Performing due diligence well is an opportunity to prove yourself and get noticed, whether you are an intern or an associate. …

Any corporate transaction will go through the 7 stages that I am going to discuss and hence it is pertinent to be aware of the nuances of each stage. So, what are these stages?  Step 1: Deal structuring  This involves determining how the deal is to be done and what are the main commercials.  For …

Let’s start with the first skill: how to retrieve information about a listed company from the stock exchange website. This is a very important skill if you are going to perform an internship at a law firm. Junior associates are also required to use this.   Imagine that Tesla wants to acquire Tata Motors. Such transactions …

We understand the need for a track record. Whether you are an individual or an organisation or even a law firm, a track record helps establish credibility. Therefore, we would like to share some of our law firm success stories with you. In May 2023 alone, 1247 of our learners secured internships, freelance gigs, and …