United States
Sector
Keyword
Advocate General
Minimum Bachelor of Law (LLB)
Minimum Advocate of a High Court for at least 10 yrs
The tasks an Advocate General is expected to perform include:
Advising the government in legal matters referred to him, including proposed legislation
Representing the government in suits and proceedings, in original and appellate side of High Court
Appearing on behalf of Government before High Court, Special Bench in Supreme Court or any other court, as required
Advising the Government on legal matters and the proposed legislation
Performing other duties of legal character as assigned to him from time to time
Attending meetings of Legislature or Legislative Council and Committees, as required
Giving opinion in matters referred to him by Legal Remembrancer, Government Advocate, Public Prosecutor and Heads of Secretariat Department
Advising the Government Pleader in conducting criminal cases
Acting as leading counsel, if directed by the Government
Appearing in private cases to which Government is not a party
Ability to manage large volume of information
Ability to think of unique solutions to problems
Skilled in preparing legal strategies
Skilled in performing extensive amount of research
Ability to comprehend pertinent information
Skilled in making reasonable judgments and assumptions based on information presented
In-depth knowledge of national and local laws, rights and duties
Proficient in symptomatic reading
Skilled in interpreting the constitutional laws and studying the cases accordingly
Skilled in drafting papers according to regulations
Not applicable
Good communication skills and interpersonal skills
Confident
Excellent public speaking skills
Disciplined
Persuasive
Attention to detail
Honest
It is not a desk job
The candidate will supervise a team of Law Interns
Local travelling is necessary
Part-time work and contractual jobs maybe available
Work from home option is not available
Working hours
Courts usually work for 5/6 days a week and 7/8 hours everyday. This may vary from court to court
Shift system is not available
Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?
No
This job is not considered hazardous or dangerous
One may develop occupational hazards such as stress on eyes, mental and physical strain, joint pains, etc. if not taken care of
For candidates with experience - INR 20,000 to INR 50,000 per month plus allowances
(These figures are indicative and subject to change)
Market Trend of Legal Industry in India
India's legal services industry is growing at a rate of about 40% per annum. India?s legal profession is the world?s second largest, with more than 600,000 lawyers in more than 500 legal practices nationwide. In 2010, the total value of the Indian legal market was estimated to be approximately US$1.25 billion. Indian law firms are looking beyond national borders, taking part in major international deals and working out arrangements for sustained work through referral and best-friend arrangements with international law firms.
Legal profession is a fast growing profession. In these days of globalisation and liberalisation, it is likely to get further momentum as more lawyers would be required to handle cases. Persons holding law degree or other higher legal qualifications have ample employment opportunities in private as well as public sector. Considering these figures it is safe to say that the demand for Advocate General is there in the present and will also be there in the coming years.
State government
Cities and towns across India
Government and private institutes across India