BEYOND THE BRIEF

Law isn’t just in courtrooms — it’s in your everyday life.From your rent agreement to your salary slip, from hospital bills to FIRs — the law shapes more of your world than you think.Beyond The Brief breaks it down.Hosted by Advocate Rashmi Jain, this podcast brings you real conversations with legal professionals — stories, insights, and practical knowledge you can actually use.Whether you're a law student or just someone who wants to understand their rights — this is where law starts making sense.

BEYOND THE BRIEF is a education podcast hosted by Rashmi Jain, with 42 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Rashmi Jain hosts BEYOND THE BRIEF, a education show with 42 episodes published.

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  How She Cleared CS Professional After Failing Twice?

  Jul 14, 202637 min

  She failed the CS Professional exam twice — but came back stronger.Connect with CS Harshita DeshmukhLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/harshitadeshmukh?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/harshique_?igsh=a2VlbGk4c2wyZDQxFollow Beyond The Brief on social media -YouTube: https://youtube.com/@Beyondthebrief-podcast?si=zzryvcoXARVt1UDdLinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/company/beyond-the-brief-podcast/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/beyondthe.brief?igsh=OGQ5ZDc2ODk2ZA==In this episode of Beyond The Brief, I talk to CS Harshita Deshmukh, a Law graduate who didn’t let failure define her CS journey. She shares what went wrong in her earlier attempts, how she rewired her strategy, and what finally helped her pass the CS Professional exam.Inside the Episode: • Her biggest mistakes during prep • Mindset shift after failing twice • Study plan that actually worked • Her advice for law students juggling CS00:00:20 Introduction & Educational Journey00:01:44 Why Pursue CS Alongside a Law Degree?00:04:47 The Market Value & Added Advantage of Having Both Degrees00:09:34 Balancing Life, Social Media, and Mental Well-being00:11:52 Dealing with Failures & Handling Professional Pressure00:17:46 The Turning Point: Changes in Study Strategy & Environment00:22:20 Strategic Tips for CS Aspirants: Modules & Answer Writing00:25:05 Filtering Out Unsolicited Advice & Finding One Mentor00:28:08 Managing the 21-Month CS Articleship00:31:08 Current Market Conditions & the Startup Boom00:33:30 Clearing the Confusion: BCI vs. ICSI Practice Rights (COP) If you’ve failed before, or are just overwhelmed with CS + Law, this one’s a must-watch.🔗 Listen now and share it with someone who needs this today.#law #lawstudents #beyondthebrief #companysecretary #cs #lawyer #legalprofessional #legalcareer #motivation #success #career #careerinlaw #corporatelawyer #motivation #podcast

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  How to Build Your Litigation Career as a First-Generation Lawyer | Adv Krishan Gandhi

  Jul 14, 202648 min

  In this powerful conversation, Adv. Krishan Gandhi ( @AdvKrishan ) shares candid insights on what it really takes to build a career in litigation. From managing early financial challenges to building a client base, he walks us through the unfiltered realities young litigators face today.We also dive into his journey of pursuing an LL.M. in Criminal Law from the Indian Law Institute (ILI), where he secured Rank 13 in ILICAT, and his tips on whether an LL.M. can help your litigation practice.📌 Topics Covered:– Why he chose litigation and how he navigated the early years– Practical tips to handle financial instability as a new lawyer– Strategic advice on choosing practice areas (bail, NI Act, etc.)– ILICAT prep strategy and the LL.M. experience at ILI– Common mistakes to avoid in your first years of practice– What law students can do right now to prepare for court🎯 If you’re a law student or young lawyer exploring litigation or postgraduate study, this episode is a must-watch.👇 Drop your questions for Adv. Gandhi in the comments—we might do a follow-up! Or connect with him on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/krishan-gandhi-0a81761b2?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app🔔 Don’t forget to like, share, and subscribe to Beyond The Brief for more unfiltered career conversations from the legal world.0:00 Introduction2:49 How to navigate interest between Criminal Litigation vs Civil Litigation5:20 Guest’s approach to Litigation 9:15 Guidance on opportunities related to litigation for struggling law students13:46 How to build a clientele18:25 How to flourish in Litigation?19:27 Does LLM benefit a lawyer?22:15 ILI’s rule on pursuing Litigation and LLM simultaneously23:45 LLB after LLM or LLM after Practice27:00 Work-life balance in Litigation30:12 Preparation process for ILI Entrance Test33:06 Coaching for CLAT PG and other entrance tests38:23 Expenses for pursuing an LLM from ILI 39:53 Experience in ILI and guest’s opinion on curriculum41:18 Double Masters and Triple Masters42:10 Mistakes to avoid in litigation from the perspective of fresh law grads45:33 Advice to aspiring law advocates47:35 Outro#Litigation #Lawstudents #llm #Indianlawinstitute #lawstudents #Beyondthebrief #legalcareer #advocacy #podcast #beyondthebrief #advocates #law #iliatopuria

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  What is Vis - Moot? International Moot Court Competition | Arbitration | Law Students

  Jul 14, 20261 hour

  What’s the Vis Moot—And What Doors Does It Open in Arbitration?The Willem C. Vis International Commercial Arbitration Moot is one of the largest and most respected moot court competitions in the world—but what’s it really like to participate? And how can it shape your understanding of arbitration?In this episode, we speak with Shivendu Jaiman, a final year law student who shares their Vis Moot journey—from preparing written submissions to oral rounds—and how the experience influenced their internships, skillset, and career interests in arbitration. We also talk about balancing moots with academics, selecting the right competitions, and whether mooting is the right path for every law student.If you’re curious about arbitration, advocacy, or just figuring out what opportunities law school has to offer, this one’s for you.00:00 – Introduction 01:19 – Starting mooting during COVID 03:00 – First moot experience and role as a researcher 04:40 – Strategy for choosing moots- Offline vs. online moots 06:22 - Selecting moot subjects, starting with basic subjects 09:20 - Experience vs awards as a motivation for mooting11:00 - Encouragement and support from peers and family for competitions12:20 - Importance of Networking over winning13:36 - Horizontal Networking 16:15 - Best experience as a mooter 21:00 – Skills and lessons from Vis Moot 22:57 - About Vis Moot27:10 - Resulting opportunities after Vis Moot31:24 - Issue with networking on LinkedIn34:11 - Experience as a Moot coach38:41 - How does Mooting help outside of law school?43:26 – Interest in arbitration 46:21 - How to choose teammates for competitions? Team dynamics and collaboration 51:54 - Future career goals in the field of arbitration53:46 - Career opportunities in Arbitration59:20 – Final thoughts and takeaways#lawstudents #beyondthebrief #law #vismoot #arbitration #legaleducation #lawcareer #alternativedisputeresolution #adr #moot #mootcourt #internationalmoot #williamcvismoot #mooting #mootingtips #internship #legalinternship #mootingtips #opportunities #experience #advocacy

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  Is Mooting Really That Important? Law School Special

  Jul 14, 202644 min

  In this episode, I sit down with two seriously obsessed mooters — between them, they’ve done over 15 moots in law school! What followed was a free-flowing, no-holds-barred conversation about:⚖️ How they approach moot prep — from research to oral rounds⚖️ The wins, the disasters, and everything in between⚖️ Strategies that worked (and the ones that totally didn’t)⚖️ Why they kept going back to moot after moot00:00:00 - 00:00:32 Guest Introductions: Gauri & Vedant's Mooting Backgrounds00:01:40 Managing Time: Balancing 5 Moots a Year with Exams & Internships00:04:25 Working in Fixed Teams vs. Finding New Teammates Every Time00:06:16 Team Selection Criteria: Skill Balance and Critical Thinking00:07:47 Selecting Moot Court Topics: Core Areas of Interest00:10:23 Step-by-Step Approach to Analyzing a Moot Proposition 00:11:38 First Moot Experiences: The Struggle of Drafting Your First Memorial00:13:55 A Lucky Encounter: Being Mentored by Stranger Seniors at a Cafe00:16:31 Intra-College Moots: Learning to Speak & Face Judges' Questions00:18:36 Overcoming Hard Judges, Severe "Grilling," and Public Tears00:21:37 The Worst Experiences: Dealing with Bias & Unprofessional Judges00:27:08 Splitting the Research: Petitioners vs. Respondents Mindsets00:30:46 Professional Coordination: How to Professionally Handle Team Disagreements00:33:59 The Best Experiences: Winning the First National Trophy00:41:26 Creating Pay-It-Forward Cultures: Law School Moot Mentorship ProgramsIt’s part advice, part reflection, and fully relatable for anyone who’s stepped into a moot courtroom — or is thinking about it.💬 If you’ve ever been bitten by the mooting bug — or want to know what the hype is all about — you’ll love this one.

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  Legal Marketing &PR - Unique career path for Law Students

  Jul 14, 202627 min

  onnect with Mr. Sourajit BhattacharyaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/souryaa?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_appFollow Beyond The Brief on social media -YouTube: https://youtube.com/@b...LinkedIn: / beyond-the-brief-podcast Instagram:https://www.instagram....For any suggestions/ query/ recommendations please write to us at beyondthebrief1@gmail.com Legal marketing is an emerging field offering exciting career opportunities for law students beyond traditional litigation or corporate law. In this episode of Beyond the Brief, we explore what legal marketing is, the job roles available, and the skills required to build a successful career in this space.Joining us is Mr. Sourajit Bhattacharyya, founder of Ghostline Legal, India’s first BCI-compliant full-service legal marketing and PR agency. He shares insights on:✅ What legal marketing involves & how the demand is evolving✅ Career prospects for law students in this field✅ Key skills needed & how to gain hands-on experience✅ The role of personal branding & online presence in legal careers✅ How legal marketing is set to evolve in the next five years[00:00] - Introduction and welcome of the guest, Sritirtha Bhattacharya.[01:13] - Motivation behind starting Ghostline Legal and filling the market gap.[03:15] - The growing and evolving demand for digital presence and legal marketing.[04:51] - Career opportunities and distinct job roles within legal PR and business development.[08:08] - Essential skill sets needed for a career in legal marketing (Communication & Personalization).[09:28] - The role of AI in communication and why personal touch still matters.[12:21] - Importance of LinkedIn profile and building a personal brand.[14:37] - Comparison between Law students vs. MBA graduates for marketing roles.[17:34] - Practical tips on how to find internships and hone your legal marketing skills.[19:19] - The entrepreneurial journey of starting Ghostline Legal during law school.[23:54] - Career advice for law students looking to navigate conventional or unique paths.[25:42] - Closing remarks and conclusion of the podcast.If you’re a law student looking for alternative career options, this episode is a must-watch!🔔 Subscribe for more insights on legal careers!#LegalMarketing #LawCareers #BeyondTheBrief

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