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Criminal Lawyer

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A criminal lawyer practices crimes and punishments. They either represent the state or the defendant. Lawyers representing government or state are known as Public Prosecutors and the lawyers defending are known as Defense Lawyers.

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Journalist, communist & editor for Hindustan Times, DNA & Nat Geo Traveler. She's covered stories from travel start-ups, communities, gentrification, gender issues, and human rights.

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Educational Qualifications

  • BA LLB/ B.Com LLB/ Bsc LLB

  • LLM

What you need to get started

  • Work/ Intern under a Criminal Lawyer during graduation can be helpful

  •  1 or 2 years of experience in Criminal trials and cases

Soft Skills

  • Analytical 

  • Strong Emotional Quotient

  • Research

  • Investigative Skills

  • Legal Knowledge

  • An eye for facts

  • Strong Work Ethics

  • Oral and Written Communication

  • Critical thinking

  • Problem Solving

  • Interpersonal Skills

  • Detail Oriented

Technical Skills

  • Well informed on Government Regulations

  • Knowledge of Substantive Law and Legal Procedure

  • Legal research 

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