Online Certificate Course on Legal Research and Writing by LRA [Get Publications & Paid Internships]: Enrol by Jan 29

About Organisation

LRA is a platform that is created to help you understand the technicalities of law and the latest legal developments. The goal is to provide comprehensive and easy-to-understand legal information to users and make such information easy to find on the Internet.

The services include pre-arbitration and post-award research, case law research and analysis, promotion of basic rights, uphold human rights. In the field of Research and Development, it has been relentlessly working to conduct various Internship Programs and certificate Courses like Human Rights, Research Writing, Mental Health, Remote Journalism, Women’s Rights, and Labour Law.

About the Course

The Certificate Course on Legal Research and Writing is a meticulously designed programme aimed at equipping law students, professionals, advocates, and academicians with the essential skills and knowledge required for advanced legal research. This four-week course, divided into eight interactive sessions, provides a comprehensive understanding of research methodologies, legal writing, and the art of presenting and publishing legal scholarship.

Eligibility

Law students (incl. LLM students), graduates, academicians & practitioners

Duration

4 Weeks

• Total No. of Classes: 10
• Frequency: Two classes per week
• Days: Saturday, Sunday
• Time: 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM
• Course Start Date: 30th January, 2025
• Course End Date: 28th Feb, 2025

Modules

• Introduction to Legal Research
  • Overview of research fundamentals and philosophies.
  • Understanding the significance of legal research in academia and practice.
  • Identifying research goals and objectives.
• Legal Research Design and Problem Formulation
  • Steps in the research process: Choosing topics, framing research questions, and defining hypotheses.
  • Developing a research framework and methodology.
  • Structuring and presenting research effectively.
• Doctrinal and Empirical Research Methods
  • Doctrinal methods: Analysing legal principles, case laws, and statutes.
  • Empirical methods: Conducting surveys, interviews, and data analysis.
  • Comparative analysis of qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-method research.
• Research Tools and Techniques
  • Efficiently navigating public and academic libraries.
  • Practical training on citation styles and referencing (ILI, Bluebook, etc.).
• Legal Writing and Drafting
  • Principles of clear and effective legal writing.
  • Drafting research memos, legal opinions, and academic papers.
  • Writing competitive and impactful legal essays.
• Presenting and Publishing Legal Research
  • Techniques for presenting research at conferences and seminars.
  • Strategies for publishing in peer-reviewed journals and blogs.
  • Enhancing research visibility and career opportunities.
• Ethics and Integrity in Legal Research
  • Ethical considerations in research: Avoiding plagiarism and ensuring proper attribution.
  • Maintaining academic integrity throughout the research process.
• Citations, Referencing, and Documentation
  • Mastering citation rules and proper referencing techniques.
  • Creating bibliographies, footnotes, and endnotes.
  • Practical exercises on citation practices.

Course Mentors

1. Nikita Vats, Doctoral Research Fellow at JSIA, UGC NET Qualified
2. Dakshata Bajpai, Guest Faculty, UGC NET JRF Qualified

Course Highlights

• Interactive modules covering all aspects of legal research and analysis.
• Assignments with personalised feedback from subject matter experts.
• Practical exposure to legal writing and research presentation techniques.
• Insights into emerging trends in legal research and publication.
• Opportunities to present your research before an expert panel.
• Professional Mentorship: Learn from experienced professors and researchers in academia.
• Flexible Learning: Recorded sessions are available to accommodate diverse schedules.

Perks 

• E-certificate
• Recommendation letter
• Publication opportunity
• Paid internship opportunities (performance-based stipend)

Last Date to Register

29th January, 2025

Course Fees 

Rs 1000

Enrolment Procedure

Click Here to Enrol.