Career Change: From Advocate to Corporate Job at 37 - Need Guidance

Ans: Thank you for making contact. Here are some tips that will help you to pursue a career in corporate law:

You should start sending your resume along with your cover letter highlighting your interest in corporate law to entry level positions at law firms and legal departments. Look for internship position in corporate law that offer you a hands-on experience and expertise in this field. You should enroll in specialized courses and programs to obtain certification along with attending workshops to enhance your expertise in corporate law. Use social media sites to build professional connections with leading corporate lawyers and professionals within legal industry. Attend online seminars, conference to meet potential employers and mentors. Some of the most promising job openings for you includes Corporate Lawyer, In-House Counsel, Corporate Litigator, Corporate Governance Specialist, Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A) Lawyer, Securities Lawyer, Corporate Compliance Officer, Corporate Governance Consultant, Corporate Finance Lawyer and Transactional Lawyer today to work in corporate sector. Kindly keep yourself updated about the latest legal trends and developments by reading industry publications as well.

Always remember that lawyers are foot soldiers of every constitution. The secret of getting ahead in your career is by getting started by breaking your complex overwhelming task into small manageable tasks and starting with the first one as soon as possible. I wish you best of luck as you get on this thrilling journey ahead! Feel free to reach out to me on Rediff Gurus if you require any additional guidance or assistance in the future.

Ans: I understand your advocacy of 25 year's is not as good as before.

My suggestion with your current experience and education, you can either look for a practice, in an established law firm.
Option 2 look for a Corporate Job, which needs legal awareness.

Design a good resume not more than 2 page's and go to company websites where they need your skill set.. Go ahead and apply for the job's.


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Ans: Some of these options you can try, Sir. (1) Advisory or Consultant Roles: Leverage experience in regulatory affairs, dispute resolution, and public sector operations for flexibility. (2) Teaching or Guest Lecturing: Consider teaching roles at local colleges or universities, especially in public administration, law, or business studies. (3) Freelance Writing or Expert Commentary: Contribute to relevant social and regulatory issues through articles, commentaries, or blogs. All the BEST for Your Prosperous Future, Sir.

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