BEYOND THE BRIEF

Rashmi Jain

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.

  1. 14 Jul

    How She Cleared CS Professional After Failing Twice?

    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

  2. 14 Jul

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

    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

  3. 14 Jul

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

    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

  4. 14 Jul

    Is Mooting Really That Important? Law School Special

    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.

  5. 14 Jul

    Legal Marketing &PR - Unique career path for Law Students

    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

  6. 12 Jul

    Js. Hidayatullah International Moot Court Competition Winner Shares Winning Strategy | Sarthak Gupta Winning India's Prestigious HIMCC: Secrets, Mistakes & Mooting Strategy | Sarthak Gupta

    What does it really take to win one of India’s most prestigious moot court competitions?In this episode of Beyond The Brief, we sit down with Sarthak Gupta, winner of the 3rd Justice Hidayatullah International Moot Court Competition (HIMCC), to go beyond the trophy and uncover the real journey behind the victory.We discuss:• Why HIMCC mattered• The preparation that happened behind the scenes• Team dynamics and handling disagreements• The biggest blunders and how they recovered• The support that made a difference• Mooting myths that deserve to be broken• The unsung heroes behind the win• Stories that never make it to LinkedIn postsWhether you’re preparing for your first moot court competition or aiming to win your next one, this conversation is packed with practical insights, honest reflections, and memorable stories.If you enjoyed the episode, don’t forget to Like, Comment, Share, and Subscribe to Beyond The Brief for more conversations that help law students grow beyond the classroom.#beyondthebrief #beyondthebrief #law #lawstudent #lawstudents #lawyer #legalcareer #lawpodcast #himcc #moots #mootcourt #mootcourtcompetition #mooting Justice Hidayatullah International Moot Court Competition, HIMCC, HIMCC winner, Sarthak Gupta, moot court competition, moot court tips, how to win moot court, memorial drafting, oral rounds, mooting strategy, law students, law school, legal education, advocacy skills, Beyond The Brief, moot preparation, international moot court, legal podcast, litigation, mooters HNLU CHAPTERS [00:00] – Introduction and details about the 3rd Justice Hidayatullah International Moot Court Competition. [02:20] – Discussion about the prize money and how the winning team spent it.[03:50] – Reaction of professors and friends, and the prestige surrounding the competition. [04:45] – Overall experience with the hospitality and interacting with the judges.[07:01] – Handling intense grilling from the benches during the preliminary and quarter-final rounds. [08:32] – "Cheat codes" for successful mooting (sticking to the facts vs. arguing the law). [10:42] – Managing court etiquette, temperature, and professional temperament under pressure. [13:32] – Choosing the right partners, forming a team, and resolving professional disagreements among friends. [16:37] – Balancing law school responsibilities (like organizing separate events and studying for mid-semester exams) alongside moot preparation. [19:04] – Debunking the popular myth that fluent, complex, or accented English is mandatory for winning. [22:08] – The supportive mooting culture at Nirma University and utilizing alumni network mentorship. [25:21] – The underrated and highly valuable role of researchers in a moot court team. [28:40] – Dealing with memorial typographical errors and the strategy of submitting an amendment application. [31:30] – The most iconic backdrop moments: analyzing the opponent team's memo and a frantic quest for a printing shop on a Sunday morning. [38:31] – Rapid-fire round (Mooting vs. Publications, SCC vs. Manupatra, Social nights, etc.). [40:01] – Defining what the "real victory" meant beyond just winning the trophy.

    Js. Hidayatullah International Moot Court Competition Winner Shares Winning Strategy | Sarthak Gupta Winning India's Prestigious HIMCC: Secrets, Mistakes & Mooting Strategy | Sarthak Gupta

  7. 12 Jul

    Divorce Laws in India Explained | Child Custody Maintenance & Media Trials ft. Advocate Dimple Joshi

    Every time a family law case goes viral, social media is flooded with opinions. But how often do we stop to understand the law behind those headlines?In this episode of Beyond The Brief, Rashmi Jain is joined by Advocate Dimple Joshi (The Law Pandita), a family law practitioner with over 10 years of experience, to discuss the legal realities behind divorce, child custody, maintenance, media trials, and common misconceptions about family law in India.In this episode, we discuss:* Divorce laws in India* Mutual consent vs contested divorce* Child custody laws* Maintenance and alimony* Rights of husbands and wives* Misuse of family laws – myths and realities* Media trials and their impact* What “sub judice” means* The difference between an accused and a convict* Legal awareness every citizen should haveWhether you’re a law student, a legal professional, or simply someone who wants to understand the law beyond viral headlines, this conversation is for you.00:00 - Introduction & Guest Profile01:10 - The Changing Face of Crime & Gender03:12 - The Danger of Media Trials04:26 - Admissibility of Police Statements08:09 - Navigating the Decision to Separate14:36 - Alimony & Asset Disclosure Myths25:25 - Child Custody & Joint Parenting35:28 - The Four Pillars of Cruelty38:42 - WhatsApp & Electronic Evidence43:38 - Proactive Legal Self-Defense📌 If you found this episode valuable, don’t forget to Like, Share, and Subscribe to Beyond The Brief for more insightful conversations with legal experts.#beyondthebrief #divorcelawyer #familylaw #childcustody #maintenance #legalawareness #indianlaw #mediatrial #lawpodcast #knowyourrights #beyondthebrief #law #lawstudent We’ve all watched the headlines. But how many of us have actually understood the law behind them? 🤔Every viral case sparks thousands of opinions, but very few conversations explain the legal process, the rights involved, or the difference between facts and opinions.Tomorrow on Beyond The Brief, we’re joined by Advocate Dimple Joshi (The Law Pandita) to break down family law, divorce, child custody, maintenance, media trials, and the legal concepts every citizen should know.Less noise. More law. See you tomorrow. ⚖️family law, divorce law India, child custody India, maintenance law India, legal awareness, Indian law, legal rights, media trial, sub judice, accused vs convict, legal facts, law podcast, Beyond The Brief, Advocate Dimple Joshi, The Law Pandita, legal education, Indian legal system, divorce process India, legal misconceptions, current affairs, law explained, legal podcast India, Rashmi Jain, legal literacy, know your rights

    Divorce Laws in India Explained | Child Custody Maintenance & Media Trials ft. Advocate Dimple Joshi

  8. 12 Jul

    First Generation Lawyer Spills the Reality of Litigation – Is It Worth It?

    Navigating the Early Days: Insights from a Young Litigation LawyerThinking about a career in litigation? Wondering what the initial days as a litigation lawyer really look like? In this candid conversation, we sit down with a young legal practitioner who shares his experiences, lessons, and challenges from the early days of his career.We talk about:✅ Finding the right senior – what to look for✅ Common mistakes young litigators make✅ What to expect in the first few months in court✅ The realities of work-life balance in litigation✅ Learning on the job – from drafting to arguing in court00:00 – Intro & KKL Moot Memories01:10 – Transitioning From Law School to Courtrooms01:50 – First-Gen Challenges & Client Realities04:12 – Starting a Law Practice with Friends in Delhi55:37 – The 5-Year Legal Learning Curve & Growth56:31 – Final Remarks & Closing OutroIf you’re a law student or aspiring litigator, this episode is packed with valuable insights to help you prepare for your journey ahead!🔔 Don’t forget to like, comment, and subscribe for more legal career insights.#LitigationCareer #YoungLawyer #LawStudentLife #LegalJourney #AdvocateLife #CourtroomDiaries #LawyerInMaking #LawGrad #LitigationLife #LegalInsights #LawFirmLife #FindingTheRightSenior #BeyondTheBrief #LawyersOfInstagram #AspiringLitigator #LifeOfALawyer #LegalMentorship #LawCareer #LawyerUp #LitigationTips #law #lawstudents

    First Generation Lawyer Spills the Reality of Litigation – Is It Worth It?
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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.

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    Rashmi Jain
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    2026
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