Advanced Certificate in Corporate Law Practice & Firm Management

Advanced Certificate in Corporate Law Practice & Firm Management

Advanced Certificate in Corporate Law Practice & Firm Management

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Overview

Master the art of corporate law practice and firm management with The Legal School’s Advanced Certificate in Corporate Law Practice & Firm Management. This 8-month online program blends live weekend sessions, and mentorship to help lawyers transition into corporate, in-house, or entrepreneurial roles. Gain practical experience in M&A, SEBI, Startup Law, IBC, and firm operations — while learning to use AI tools, automation, and financial systems that define the modern law practice. Experience live deal simulations, client negotiation labs, and drafting workshops led by industry mentors from Tier-1 law firms and top corporates.

Key Highlights

Recognised Certification

Joint certification from The Legal School and Partner Law Firms, with optional Skill India (NSDC) alignment

Recognised Certification

Joint certification from The Legal School and Partner Law Firms, with optional Skill India (NSDC) alignment

Recognised Certification

Joint certification from The Legal School and Partner Law Firms, with optional Skill India (NSDC) alignment

Action-Based Curriculum

70% modules focused on real-world drafting, deal-making, and tribunal simulations.

Action-Based Curriculum

70% modules focused on real-world drafting, deal-making, and tribunal simulations.

Action-Based Curriculum

70% modules focused on real-world drafting, deal-making, and tribunal simulations.

Personalised Mentorship

One-on-one guidance from senior partners, in-house counsels, and firm founders.

Personalised Mentorship

One-on-one guidance from senior partners, in-house counsels, and firm founders.

Personalised Mentorship

One-on-one guidance from senior partners, in-house counsels, and firm founders.

8 Months of Learning

Master corporate mentorship, freelancing strategies, and US–UK contract drafting through live sessions and hands-on projects.

8 Months of Learning

Master corporate mentorship, freelancing strategies, and US–UK contract drafting through live sessions and hands-on projects.

8 Months of Learning

Master corporate mentorship, freelancing strategies, and US–UK contract drafting through live sessions and hands-on projects.

Our Faculties & Industrial Mentors

Naman Shukla

Asst. Professor, IFIM Law College

Naman Shukla is an Assistant Professor at IFIM Law School and a Ph.D. scholar, specializing in corporate and financial law, with prior legal industry experience. He is a published researcher and active academic contributor with expertise in banking, competition law, and international trade.

Naman Shukla

Asst. Professor, IFIM Law College

Naman Shukla is an Assistant Professor at IFIM Law School and a Ph.D. scholar, specializing in corporate and financial law, with prior legal industry experience. He is a published researcher and active academic contributor with expertise in banking, competition law, and international trade.

Naman Shukla

Asst. Professor, IFIM Law College

Naman Shukla is an Assistant Professor at IFIM Law School and a Ph.D. scholar, specializing in corporate and financial law, with prior legal industry experience. He is a published researcher and active academic contributor with expertise in banking, competition law, and international trade.

Madhulika V

LL.M, King’s College - London

Industrial Mentor

Experienced Data Privacy professional with 3+ years in regulatory compliance. Holds an LL.M. in Law & Technology from King’s College London. Expert in data breach management and global privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, PDPL, DPDPA). Has led compliance projects across 35 countries, blending legal and tech expertise to deliver effective solutions.

Madhulika V

LL.M, King’s College - London

Industrial Mentor

Experienced Data Privacy professional with 3+ years in regulatory compliance. Holds an LL.M. in Law & Technology from King’s College London. Expert in data breach management and global privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, PDPL, DPDPA). Has led compliance projects across 35 countries, blending legal and tech expertise to deliver effective solutions.

Madhulika V

LL.M, King’s College - London

Industrial Mentor

Experienced Data Privacy professional with 3+ years in regulatory compliance. Holds an LL.M. in Law & Technology from King’s College London. Expert in data breach management and global privacy laws (GDPR, CCPA, HIPAA, PDPL, DPDPA). Has led compliance projects across 35 countries, blending legal and tech expertise to deliver effective solutions.

Astitwa Bhargava

Assistant Professor at NLIU Bhopal

Currently an Assistant Professor at NLIU Bhopal with over 3.5 years of teaching experience. Previously worked at KPMG Global Services (KGS) for nearly 3 years, holding roles from Executive to Assistant Manager. Brings a strong blend of academic and corporate legal expertise.

Astitwa Bhargava

Assistant Professor at NLIU Bhopal

Currently an Assistant Professor at NLIU Bhopal with over 3.5 years of teaching experience. Previously worked at KPMG Global Services (KGS) for nearly 3 years, holding roles from Executive to Assistant Manager. Brings a strong blend of academic and corporate legal expertise.

Astitwa Bhargava

Assistant Professor at NLIU Bhopal

Currently an Assistant Professor at NLIU Bhopal with over 3.5 years of teaching experience. Previously worked at KPMG Global Services (KGS) for nearly 3 years, holding roles from Executive to Assistant Manager. Brings a strong blend of academic and corporate legal expertise.

Lipi Garg

Mentor & Educator

3+ years of experience

Lipi Garg is a lawyer with 4+ years of freelancing experience in contract drafting, data privacy, and IP rights. Having worked with 350+ clients across 30 countries, she brings legal and tech expertise to industries like EVs, SaaS, Fashion, and IT. She also mentors students on contract drafting and freelancing careers.

Lipi Garg

Mentor & Educator

3+ years of experience

Lipi Garg is a lawyer with 4+ years of freelancing experience in contract drafting, data privacy, and IP rights. Having worked with 350+ clients across 30 countries, she brings legal and tech expertise to industries like EVs, SaaS, Fashion, and IT. She also mentors students on contract drafting and freelancing careers.

Lipi Garg

Mentor & Educator

3+ years of experience

Lipi Garg is a lawyer with 4+ years of freelancing experience in contract drafting, data privacy, and IP rights. Having worked with 350+ clients across 30 countries, she brings legal and tech expertise to industries like EVs, SaaS, Fashion, and IT. She also mentors students on contract drafting and freelancing careers.

Neelam Kejriwal

Legal Educator, HNLU-R

Neelam Kejriwal is an experienced legal educator and career strategist, dedicated to upskilling law students for corporate success. She specializes in curriculum design, mentorship, and legal training through innovative, industry-aligned programs.

Neelam Kejriwal

Legal Educator, HNLU-R

Neelam Kejriwal is an experienced legal educator and career strategist, dedicated to upskilling law students for corporate success. She specializes in curriculum design, mentorship, and legal training through innovative, industry-aligned programs.

Neelam Kejriwal

Legal Educator, HNLU-R

Neelam Kejriwal is an experienced legal educator and career strategist, dedicated to upskilling law students for corporate success. She specializes in curriculum design, mentorship, and legal training through innovative, industry-aligned programs.

Rimjhim Mathur

7+ years of experience

Course Anchor

LL.M - IP, Queen Mary University - London

Rimjhim Mathur is an Advocate empanelled with the Rajasthan Housing Board and regularly appears before the Rajasthan High Court. A graduate of Symbiosis Law School and LL.M. in IP Law from Queen Mary University of London, she leads Rimjhim & Associates and teaches Intellectual Property and litigation strategy as Guest Faculty at NIAM PGDM IEV and The Legal School.

Rimjhim Mathur

7+ years of experience

Course Anchor

LL.M - IP, Queen Mary University - London

Rimjhim Mathur is an Advocate empanelled with the Rajasthan Housing Board and regularly appears before the Rajasthan High Court. A graduate of Symbiosis Law School and LL.M. in IP Law from Queen Mary University of London, she leads Rimjhim & Associates and teaches Intellectual Property and litigation strategy as Guest Faculty at NIAM PGDM IEV and The Legal School.

Rimjhim Mathur

7+ years of experience

Course Anchor

LL.M - IP, Queen Mary University - London

Rimjhim Mathur is an Advocate empanelled with the Rajasthan Housing Board and regularly appears before the Rajasthan High Court. A graduate of Symbiosis Law School and LL.M. in IP Law from Queen Mary University of London, she leads Rimjhim & Associates and teaches Intellectual Property and litigation strategy as Guest Faculty at NIAM PGDM IEV and The Legal School.

Siddhant Nanda

Solicitor (UK, 2024) | Advocate (India, 2019)

Industry Expert

Siddhant Nanda is a skilled legal professional with extensive experience in drafting and reviewing banking, intellectual property (IP), SaaS, and service agreements. Over the course of his legal career, he has developed advanced expertise in contract automation and lifecycle management, making him a trusted advisor for complex legal needs. Siddhant is dedicated to delivering practical solutions and is known for his innovative and detail-oriented approach.

Siddhant Nanda

Solicitor (UK, 2024) | Advocate (India, 2019)

Industry Expert

Siddhant Nanda is a skilled legal professional with extensive experience in drafting and reviewing banking, intellectual property (IP), SaaS, and service agreements. Over the course of his legal career, he has developed advanced expertise in contract automation and lifecycle management, making him a trusted advisor for complex legal needs. Siddhant is dedicated to delivering practical solutions and is known for his innovative and detail-oriented approach.

Siddhant Nanda

Solicitor (UK, 2024) | Advocate (India, 2019)

Industry Expert

Siddhant Nanda is a skilled legal professional with extensive experience in drafting and reviewing banking, intellectual property (IP), SaaS, and service agreements. Over the course of his legal career, he has developed advanced expertise in contract automation and lifecycle management, making him a trusted advisor for complex legal needs. Siddhant is dedicated to delivering practical solutions and is known for his innovative and detail-oriented approach.

Ankita Srivastava

International Contract & Compliance Expert

8+ years of experience

Ankita Srivastava is an international contract lawyer with 8+ years of experience, having drafted 300+ cross-border agreements for 500+ clients across six continents. She also mentors freelance lawyers globally, helping them build profitable and scalable independent legal practices.

Ankita Srivastava

International Contract & Compliance Expert

8+ years of experience

Ankita Srivastava is an international contract lawyer with 8+ years of experience, having drafted 300+ cross-border agreements for 500+ clients across six continents. She also mentors freelance lawyers globally, helping them build profitable and scalable independent legal practices.

Ankita Srivastava

International Contract & Compliance Expert

8+ years of experience

Ankita Srivastava is an international contract lawyer with 8+ years of experience, having drafted 300+ cross-border agreements for 500+ clients across six continents. She also mentors freelance lawyers globally, helping them build profitable and scalable independent legal practices.

Vibha Bandhu

Young Professional, Centre for WTO Studies – IIFT

Trade Law & International Arbitration Researcher

Ms. Vibha Bandhu is a Young Professional at the Centre for WTO Studies, IIFT New Delhi, where she contributes to policy-focused research under the WTO framework and supports capacity-building on global trade regulations. With 5+ years of academic experience teaching subjects such as IPR, Contract Law, Arbitration, and Media Law, she brings strong interdisciplinary expertise. Currently pursuing her PhD in International Arbitration, she is deeply interested in trade law, arbitration, and mediation, and is committed to advancing innovative approaches in international dispute resolution.

Vibha Bandhu

Young Professional, Centre for WTO Studies – IIFT

Trade Law & International Arbitration Researcher

Ms. Vibha Bandhu is a Young Professional at the Centre for WTO Studies, IIFT New Delhi, where she contributes to policy-focused research under the WTO framework and supports capacity-building on global trade regulations. With 5+ years of academic experience teaching subjects such as IPR, Contract Law, Arbitration, and Media Law, she brings strong interdisciplinary expertise. Currently pursuing her PhD in International Arbitration, she is deeply interested in trade law, arbitration, and mediation, and is committed to advancing innovative approaches in international dispute resolution.

Vibha Bandhu

Young Professional, Centre for WTO Studies – IIFT

Trade Law & International Arbitration Researcher

Ms. Vibha Bandhu is a Young Professional at the Centre for WTO Studies, IIFT New Delhi, where she contributes to policy-focused research under the WTO framework and supports capacity-building on global trade regulations. With 5+ years of academic experience teaching subjects such as IPR, Contract Law, Arbitration, and Media Law, she brings strong interdisciplinary expertise. Currently pursuing her PhD in International Arbitration, she is deeply interested in trade law, arbitration, and mediation, and is committed to advancing innovative approaches in international dispute resolution.

Raunak Singh Rahangdale

Legal Advisor

7+ years of experience

Raunak Singh Rahangdale, Principal Associate at Khaitan & Co, specializes in banking & finance, debt restructuring, and insolvency resolution. A law graduate from the University of Delhi and Associate Company Secretary, he advises clients across sectors such as infrastructure, energy, telecom, and manufacturing on complex financial and regulatory matters.

Raunak Singh Rahangdale

Legal Advisor

7+ years of experience

Raunak Singh Rahangdale, Principal Associate at Khaitan & Co, specializes in banking & finance, debt restructuring, and insolvency resolution. A law graduate from the University of Delhi and Associate Company Secretary, he advises clients across sectors such as infrastructure, energy, telecom, and manufacturing on complex financial and regulatory matters.

Raunak Singh Rahangdale

Legal Advisor

7+ years of experience

Raunak Singh Rahangdale, Principal Associate at Khaitan & Co, specializes in banking & finance, debt restructuring, and insolvency resolution. A law graduate from the University of Delhi and Associate Company Secretary, he advises clients across sectors such as infrastructure, energy, telecom, and manufacturing on complex financial and regulatory matters.

Jayant Chandra

Procurement Operations & Strategy Sourcing

Contract Life Cycle Management Expert

Jayant Chandra is a seasoned legal professional with a unique career trajectory that bridges 6+ years of experience across criminal litigation and corporate legal strategy. His Expertise in Sourcing Strategy and Procurement Operations, ensuring legal compliance while optimizing commercial outcomes, where his major clients were Truist Bank, Infosys Limited and CIGNA.

Jayant Chandra

Procurement Operations & Strategy Sourcing

Contract Life Cycle Management Expert

Jayant Chandra is a seasoned legal professional with a unique career trajectory that bridges 6+ years of experience across criminal litigation and corporate legal strategy. His Expertise in Sourcing Strategy and Procurement Operations, ensuring legal compliance while optimizing commercial outcomes, where his major clients were Truist Bank, Infosys Limited and CIGNA.

Jayant Chandra

Procurement Operations & Strategy Sourcing

Contract Life Cycle Management Expert

Jayant Chandra is a seasoned legal professional with a unique career trajectory that bridges 6+ years of experience across criminal litigation and corporate legal strategy. His Expertise in Sourcing Strategy and Procurement Operations, ensuring legal compliance while optimizing commercial outcomes, where his major clients were Truist Bank, Infosys Limited and CIGNA.

Jyoti Singh

Currently working as an Associate Manager at Equilex. Specialisation in corporate commercial vertical, 4 years PQE

Jyoti Singh

Currently working as an Associate Manager at Equilex. Specialisation in corporate commercial vertical, 4 years PQE

Jyoti Singh

Currently working as an Associate Manager at Equilex. Specialisation in corporate commercial vertical, 4 years PQE

Certification

Earn a prestigious Certificate of Achievement in Corporate Law Practice & Firm Management from The Legal School, curated under the mentorship of senior partners and in-house counsels from leading law firms. This certification validates your expertise in advanced corporate transactions, governance, and firm operations, along with your ability to integrate business strategy and legal technology into practice. It stands as a mark of your professional growth, innovation, and readiness to lead in the evolving landscape of corporate law.

Career Paths After This Course

Corporate Law Associate / Counsel

Work with top-tier or mid-size firms in corporate transactions and deal management

Corporate Law Associate / Counsel

Work with top-tier or mid-size firms in corporate transactions and deal management

Corporate Law Associate / Counsel

Work with top-tier or mid-size firms in corporate transactions and deal management

In-House Legal Counsel

Handle compliance, governance, and cross-border legal operations for corporates.

In-House Legal Counsel

Handle compliance, governance, and cross-border legal operations for corporates.

In-House Legal Counsel

Handle compliance, governance, and cross-border legal operations for corporates.

Law Firm Founder / Managing Partner

Build and scale your own firm with skills in business development and client management.

Law Firm Founder / Managing Partner

Build and scale your own firm with skills in business development and client management.

Law Firm Founder / Managing Partner

Build and scale your own firm with skills in business development and client management.

Legal Operations & Compliance Specialist

Support companies in risk management, automation, and workflow optimization.

Legal Operations & Compliance Specialist

Support companies in risk management, automation, and workflow optimization.

Legal Operations & Compliance Specialist

Support companies in risk management, automation, and workflow optimization.

AI & Legal Tech Consultant

Collaborate with legal tech startups to implement automation and contract review systems.

AI & Legal Tech Consultant

Collaborate with legal tech startups to implement automation and contract review systems.

AI & Legal Tech Consultant

Collaborate with legal tech startups to implement automation and contract review systems.

Skills Covered

Contract Drafting & Negotiation

Contract Drafting & Negotiation

Contract Drafting & Negotiation

Corporate Structuring & Compliance

Corporate Structuring & Compliance

Corporate Structuring & Compliance

Due Diligence & Review the financial statements

Due Diligence & Review the financial statements

Due Diligence & Review the financial statements

Use of AI Tools for Drafting

Use of AI Tools for Drafting

Use of AI Tools for Drafting

Contract Life Cycle Management

Contract Life Cycle Management

Contract Life Cycle Management

Tribunal Proceedings and Procedures Skills

Tribunal Proceedings and Procedures Skills

Tribunal Proceedings and Procedures Skills

Client Management & Communication

Client Management & Communication

Client Management & Communication

Legal Data Analytics & Risk Assessment

Legal Data Analytics & Risk Assessment

Legal Data Analytics & Risk Assessment

Pre-Requisites

A bachelor’s degree in law or equivalent qualification is required. Ideal for: • Law graduates or final-year students aspiring for corporate law practice • Legal professionals with 1–3 years of experience in law firms or in-house teams • Entrepreneurs or solo practitioners seeking to scale a firm with modern tools

Curriculum Overview for

Curriculum Overview for

Curriculum Overview for

Advanced Certificate in Corporate Law Practice & Firm Management

Advanced Certificate in Corporate Law Practice & Firm Management

Advanced Certificate in Corporate Law Practice & Firm Management

Module

1

Legal Research
  1. Reading Legal Documents

  2. Conducting legal research
    reviewing legislation

    case law research

    commentaries.

  3. Writing a research paper

  4. Legal Citation

Module

1

Legal Research
  1. Reading Legal Documents

  2. Conducting legal research
    reviewing legislation

    case law research

    commentaries.

  3. Writing a research paper

  4. Legal Citation

Module

1

Legal Research
  1. Reading Legal Documents

  2. Conducting legal research
    reviewing legislation

    case law research

    commentaries.

  3. Writing a research paper

  4. Legal Citation

Module

2

Legal writing
  1. Application of law to fact patterns

  2. Structure of legal opinions, memos, email advisory

  3. Drafting a legal opinion

Module

2

Legal writing
  1. Application of law to fact patterns

  2. Structure of legal opinions, memos, email advisory

  3. Drafting a legal opinion

Module

2

Legal writing
  1. Application of law to fact patterns

  2. Structure of legal opinions, memos, email advisory

  3. Drafting a legal opinion

Module

3

Understanding the Basic Practical Applications
  1. Companies Act

  2. Litigation—civil, commercial and criminal remedies

  3. Arbitration and Mediation

  4. Contract Act

  5. Intellectual property

  6. Data privacy / DPDP / IT Act

  7. Labour laws

  8. M&A basics—types of transactions, share capital and shareholding, process, etc.

  9. IBC + Banking & Finance

  10. FEMA

  11. SEBI Regulations

  12. Advising clients on business-related issues

  13. Taxation Laws

Module

3

Understanding the Basic Practical Applications
  1. Companies Act

  2. Litigation—civil, commercial and criminal remedies

  3. Arbitration and Mediation

  4. Contract Act

  5. Intellectual property

  6. Data privacy / DPDP / IT Act

  7. Labour laws

  8. M&A basics—types of transactions, share capital and shareholding, process, etc.

  9. IBC + Banking & Finance

  10. FEMA

  11. SEBI Regulations

  12. Advising clients on business-related issues

  13. Taxation Laws

Module

3

Understanding the Basic Practical Applications
  1. Companies Act

  2. Litigation—civil, commercial and criminal remedies

  3. Arbitration and Mediation

  4. Contract Act

  5. Intellectual property

  6. Data privacy / DPDP / IT Act

  7. Labour laws

  8. M&A basics—types of transactions, share capital and shareholding, process, etc.

  9. IBC + Banking & Finance

  10. FEMA

  11. SEBI Regulations

  12. Advising clients on business-related issues

  13. Taxation Laws

Module

4

Legal Drafting
  1. Drafting a legal notice

  2. Drafting an employment agreement

  3. Drafting a lease agreement

  4. Filing an RTI

  5. Drafting an NDA

Module

4

Legal Drafting
  1. Drafting a legal notice

  2. Drafting an employment agreement

  3. Drafting a lease agreement

  4. Filing an RTI

  5. Drafting an NDA

Module

4

Legal Drafting
  1. Drafting a legal notice

  2. Drafting an employment agreement

  3. Drafting a lease agreement

  4. Filing an RTI

  5. Drafting an NDA

Module

5

Conducting Due Diligence
  1. Due diligence—meaning and process

  2. Reading diligence documents

  3. Conducting research for due diligence

  4. Public searches

  5. Identifying issues

  6. Writing a due diligence report section

Module

5

Conducting Due Diligence
  1. Due diligence—meaning and process

  2. Reading diligence documents

  3. Conducting research for due diligence

  4. Public searches

  5. Identifying issues

  6. Writing a due diligence report section

Module

5

Conducting Due Diligence
  1. Due diligence—meaning and process

  2. Reading diligence documents

  3. Conducting research for due diligence

  4. Public searches

  5. Identifying issues

  6. Writing a due diligence report section

Module

6

Developing Skills
  1. Reading financial statements

  2. Editing legal documents

  3. Communication

  4. Professional etiquette

  5. Seeking freelancing and exposure opportunities

Module

6

Developing Skills
  1. Reading financial statements

  2. Editing legal documents

  3. Communication

  4. Professional etiquette

  5. Seeking freelancing and exposure opportunities

Module

6

Developing Skills
  1. Reading financial statements

  2. Editing legal documents

  3. Communication

  4. Professional etiquette

  5. Seeking freelancing and exposure opportunities

Module

7

Decoding Transactions
  1. Deal structures - overview

  2. Reading a term sheet / MOU

Module

7

Decoding Transactions
  1. Deal structures - overview

  2. Reading a term sheet / MOU

Module

7

Decoding Transactions
  1. Deal structures - overview

  2. Reading a term sheet / MOU

Module

8

AMA sessions

Conversations/AMA sessions with lawyers of different fields/practices

Module

8

AMA sessions

Conversations/AMA sessions with lawyers of different fields/practices

Module

8

AMA sessions

Conversations/AMA sessions with lawyers of different fields/practices

Benefits

Our comprehensive program equips you with the essential skills and knowledge to excel in your career. With a structured learning approach and hands-on industry-relevant projects, you'll develop the ability to tackle complex challenges and stay ahead in the dynamic field of Mergers and Acquisitions and PE/VC.

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