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A legal advisor is a professional who provides legal advice and support to clients on various legal issues. Legal advisors may work in various settings, including law firms, government agencies, corporations, non-profit organisations, or as independent consultants. A legal advisor works in the legal department of the selected firm. Their educational path is similar to that of a lawyer.

The advisor's responsibility is to draft and negotiate contracts, ensure compliance with corporate laws and provide counsel for employee and management conflicts. They sometimes have to represent their clients in the national court, arbitration commissions, or international tribunals.

Eligibility

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	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Pass your 12th board exams with at least 50% to enrol in a bachelor of law degree program for legal advisors.</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">A law degree, also known as a Juris Doctor (J.D.), is the minimum educational requirement for becoming a legal advisor. This typically takes 3-4 years to complete and is awarded upon completion of a law program at a law school.</li>
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For Masters

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	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Candidates can pursue any of the Master's degree programs listed below to gain more experience and knowledge in the field of legal advisor.</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">You can pursue any of the following degree programs: Master of Laws (LL.M), Master of Juridical Science (S.J.D), and Master of Legal Studies (MLS).</li>
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Top Colleges/Universities

Here are some of the top colleges/universities for pursuing a law degree to become a legal advisor in India:

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	<li style="list-style-type:disc">National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">National Academy of Legal Study and Research (NALSAR) University of Law, Hyderabad</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">National Law Institute University (NLIU), Bhopal</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">West Bengal National University of Juridical Sciences (WBNUJS), Kolkata</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Faculty of Law, University of Delhi</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Symbiosis Law School, Pune</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law (RGNUL), Punjab</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Gujarat National Law University (GNLU), Gandhinagar</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Hidayatullah National Law University (HNLU), Raipur</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Damodaram Sanjivayya National Law University (DSNLU), Visakhapatnam</li>
</ul>

Some of the best institutions for earning a law degree overseas to become a  legal advisor are listed below:

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	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Harvard Law School, USA</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Yale Law School, USA</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">University of Cambridge, UK</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Stanford Law School, USA</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">University College London (UCL), UK</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Columbia Law School, USA</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Oxford University, UK</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">New York University (NYU) School of Law, USA</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">University of Chicago Law School, USA</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), UK</li>
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Job Roles

A legal advisor, also known as a corporate or in-house counsel, can hold a variety of job roles, including:

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	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Financial Legal Advisor</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Legal Journalist</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Legal Officer</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Legal Analyst</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Legal Assistant</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Nodal Officer</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Legal Manager</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Government Lawyer</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Document Drafting Lawyer</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Legal Associate</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Civil Litigation Lawyer</li>
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Employment Sector Jobs

Legal advisoRs also known as corporate or in-house counsel, can work in a variety of employment sectoRs including:

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	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Private Corporations</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Government Agencies</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Non-Profit Organisations</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Law Firms</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Academic Institutions</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Financial Institutions</li>
</ul>

Top Recruiters

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	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Large multinational corporations, such as Amazon, Google, Microsoft, and Walmart.</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">National and regional law firms, such as Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom, and Jones Day.</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Government agencies, such as the Department of Justice, Securities and Exchange Commission, and Federal Trade Commission.</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Non-profit organisations, such as American Civil Liberties Union, Human Rights Campaign, and The Nature Conservancy.</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Financial institutions, such as JPMorgan Chase, Goldman Sachs, and American Express.</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Academic institutions, such as Harvard University, Yale University, and Stanford University.</li>
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Salary

The salary of a legal advisor can vary widely based on several factoRs such as their level of experience, geographic location, employer type, and specialty area.

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			Entry-level Legal Advisor
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			Approx Rs 2 lakhs to 3 lakhs per year
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			Senior Legal Advisor
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			Approx Rs 4 lakhs - 6 lakhs per annum
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			Top-level Legal Advisor
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Skills

Scope

The scope of work for a legal advisor, also known as a corporate or in-house counsel, can be broad and diverse and typically includes the following responsibilities:

Benefits

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	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Job security</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Professional development</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Opportunities for advancement</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Competitive compensation</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Challenging work</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Work-life balance</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Opportunities for specialisation</li>
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Drawbacks

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	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Long working hours</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">High level of responsibility</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Pressure to deliver results</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Demanding workload</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Staying current with laws and regulations</li>
	<li style="list-style-type:disc">Potential for conflict</li>
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