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Practical notes for law students and young lawyers, written alongside Conversations with Nitin Potdar — on internships, writing, career decisions and building a practice.
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1 Mar 2026
As law students, we spend years learning what to say – the law, the cases, the arguments. But long before you argue your first case or negotiate your first deal, you are being…
Read article — Law Students: Your First Advocacy Is in Writing, Not in Court1 Mar 2026
Yesterday, it was Tata Consumer Products exploring a strategic acquisition of Danone’s portfolio.
Read article — Two Headlines. Two Deals. One Lesson for Aspiring Young Law Students and M&A Lawyers.1 Mar 2026
Today, during a one-on-one session, a 4th-year law student raised a very genuine concern.
Read article — Treat Law Firm Internships As Interviews – Preparation Is Not Optional1 Mar 2026
Sir what should we read apart from Case Laws and Precedents to be good Commercial Lawyer? I often get this question during ConversationswithNitinPotdar.
Read article — Why Every Aspiring Corporate M&A Lawyer Must Read Business News (Not Just Case Law)20 Feb 2026
In furtherance of my last two posts on the daily habit of reading business news, I want to highlight yet another cornerstone event for law students who aspire to become…
Read article — Law Students – Every Aspiring Corporate Lawyer Must Read the Union Budge10 Feb 2026
First of all, my sincere congratulations to the students who were bold enough to write to me over the last couple of months and reach out for One-on-One Mentoring sessions…
Read article — Mentorship Matters, And My Door Remains Open for Law Students1 Mar 2025
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.
Read article — Facing Law Firm Challenges: A Reality Check for Young Lawyers1 Mar 2025
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…
Read article — Mentors, Skills, and the Courage to Build Your Legal Career1 Jan 2025
Many law students and young lawyers ask me,
Read article — Want to Become a Great Corporate Lawyer? Start with These 2 Powerful Projects1 Dec 2024
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:
Read article — Your Legal Career is a Marathon, Not a Shortcut13 Nov 2024
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:
Read article — Jumpstart your legal career with straightforward answers!13 Nov 2024
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…
Read article — Reflections on My Book Launch and a Memorable Question from a Law Student