5 lesser-known careers for law graduates

Source: India Today

In India, the legal profession is often synonymous with the courtroom, where lawyers passionately argue cases. However, a law degree opens doors to a myriad of other rewarding career paths, many of which remain relatively unexplored. It's time to shed light on these lesser-known avenues, encouraging law graduates to think beyond the traditional bench and bar. To read more please go to the following link:

https://www.indiatoday.in/education-today/featurephilia/story/5-lesser-known-careers-for-law-graduates-2605482-2024-09-24

Legal Research in the World of AI: A Boon or a Bane for Young Lawyers?

 Source: M&J Services (Article by Aurora V. Solis)

In the evolving landscape of the legal profession, artificial intelligence (AI) has undeniably emerged as a powerful tool. From streamlining documentation to analyzing vast quantities of case law, AI-based legal research tools have transformed the way lawyers approach legal challenges. However, despite the excitement surrounding this technological leap, it is crucial for young lawyers to understand both the advantages and the limitations of relying heavily on AI for legal research. To read more please go to the following link:

https://mandjservice.com/blogs/blog/legal-research-in-the-world-of-ai-a-boon-or-a-bane-for-young-lawyers

AI’s right to copy

Source: India Business Law Journal

As debate swirls around ownership of AI-generated content, what are the lessons for India on anchoring AI in copyright law? To read more about this please go to the following link:

https://law.asia/generative-ai-copyright-law/

SC passes interim order, allows final year law students to appear in AIBE 2024

Source: Hindustan Times

The Supreme Court on Friday allowed final-year law students to appear in the All India Bar Examination (AIBE). The exam is scheduled to take place on November 24, 2024. The interim order was passed by the SC while hearing a petition challenging the decision of the Bar Council of India (BCI) to exclude final-year law students from registering for the examination. To read more please go to the following link:

https://www.hindustantimes.com/education/competitive-exams/sc-passes-interim-order-allows-final-year-law-students-to-appear-in-aibe-2024-101726827984186.html

Supreme Court launches online mediation training web portal

Source: Deccan Herald

In India’s growing litigation environment where courts are inundated with cases, it was felt that there is a pressing need for alternative dispute resolution mechanisms. The Supreme Court has launched an online mediation training web-portal, developed by NALSA in collaboration with the top court's Mediation and Conciliation Project Committee over a span of five months. To read more please go to the following link:

Read more at: https://www.deccanherald.com/india/supreme-court-launches-online-mediation-training-web-portal-3197179

From Equal Pay To No Arrest At Night: Key Legal Rights For Women In India

Source: Times Now - MSN

In today’s world, knowing your legal rights is crucial for empowerment and protection. For women in India, these rights provide vital safeguards against discrimination, harassment, and violence. From equal pay to protection from domestic abuse, understanding these legal provisions ensures women can effectively assert their rights and seek justice. To read more please go to the following link:

https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/India/from-equal-pay-to-no-arrest-at-night-key-legal-rights-for-women-in-india/ar-AA1qvBOM?ocid=msedgntp&pc=U531&cvid=a4f522c753704949ad5abde7d71f5184&ei=57

'Daughter In Law' Not Included In Definition Of 'Family': Karnataka HC Rejects Plea To Read Down Civil Services Compassionate Appointment Rule

 Source: Verdictum

The Karnataka High Court refused to read down Rule 2(b)(ii) of the Karnataka Civil Services (Appointment on Compassionate Grounds) (Amendment) Rules, 2021 which does not include a daughter-in-law in the definition of 'family.' The Court rejected a petition filed by a daughter-in-law seeking compassionate appointment in the state's Rural Drinking Water and Sanitation Department holding that the statutory definition of 'family' does not include a daughter-in-law. To read more please go to the following link:

https://www.verdictum.in/court-updates/high-courts/priyanka-halamani-v-state-of-karnataka-2024khc-d12880-db-family-excludes-daughter-in-law-compassionate-appointment-1551112

Widowed Daughter-in-law Not Required to Live in Matrimonial Home for Maintenance: Allahabad HC

 Source: News 18 - MSN

In a significant ruling, the Allahabad High Court held that under the Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act, 1956, it is not mandatory for a widowed daughter-in-law to reside in her matrimonial home to claim maintenance from her father-in-law. To read more please go to the following link:

https://www.msn.com/en-in/news/India/widowed-daughter-in-law-not-required-to-live-in-matrimonial-home-for-maintenance-allahabad-hc/ar-AA1q24XU?ocid=msedgntp&pc=U531&cvid=7d270901782e45ada96d6ac3317ce833&ei=9

State-wise changes in rape law: Similarities & differences between Bengal, Andhra, and Maharashtra Bills

 Source: Deccan Herald

Before Bengal's Aparajita Bill, Andhra Pradesh, and Maharashtra had passed similar bills for women's safety that prescribed death penalties for rapists. Here are the key features, similarities, and differences in the three state bills. To read more please go to the following link:

https://www.deccanherald.com/india/state-wise-changes-in-rape-lawilarities-differences-between-bengal-andhra-and-maharashtra-bills-3178137

How AI legal tech startups are redefining the role of lawyers

 Source: Your Story dot com

AI legaltech startups are giving leverage to lawyers to be more efficient at work, better decision-makers, and lay more emphasis on strategic advisory tasks that are valuable to the clients.

AI legaltech startups are turning on the heads of the process-centric, traditional legal industry that was established in the past. These companies are using artificial intelligence (AI) to take some legal processes into auto-mode and enhance others, fundamentally changing the nature of practice and lawyers. To read more please go to the following link:

Read more at: https://yourstory.com/2024/09/ai-legaltech-startups-redefining-role-lawyers

Position of law vis-a-vis woman being the sole owner of ‘Stridhan’ is consistent and unequivocal: Supreme Court

 Source: SCC Online Times

While considering the instant appeal challenging the order passed by Telangana High Court, refusing to quash proceedings under Section 406 of Penal Code, 1860 and Section 6 of the Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961; the Division Bench of J.K Maheshwari and Sanjay Karol*, JJ., pointed out that the position of law has remained consistent throughout since 1985, till date, regarding the sole authority of the woman in respect of her ‘stridhan’ as has also been held recently in Mala Kar v. State of Uttarakhand, 2024 SCC OnLine SC 1049. The jurisprudence as has been developed by the Supreme Court, is unequivocal with respect to the singular right of the female (wife or former wife), being the sole owner of ‘stridhan’ with husband having no right over it. To read more please go to the following link:

https://www.scconline.com/blog/post/2024/08/30/stridhan-position-of-law-consistent-justice-sanjay-karol-supreme-court-legal-news/

Over half-a-billion cases await justice in Indian courts: MC Analysis

 Source: Money Control

Nearly 160 million cases have been added since 2011, and 81 million were added only in the last five years. While Supreme Court’s track record in clearing cases pending for over a decade did not change between 2019 and 2024, that for the high courts and lower judiciary only worsened. To read more please go to the following link:

https://www.moneycontrol.com/news/india/over-half-a-billion-cases-await-justice-in-indian-courts-mc-analysis-12812316.html