JLU School of Law – A Citadel of Legal Education Par Excellence
JLU School of Law

The Institute imparts a rigorous and multi-disciplinary legal education with a view to produce world-class legal professionals, scholars, and public servants

Unparalleled Educational and Infrastructural Facilities

JLU School of Law aims to provide the best possible educational and infrastructural facilities to the aspiring lawyers. Keeping in mind the contemporary demands of the legal profession, the institute offers the following academic programs with the most updated curriculum: B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) [5-year integrated]; B.B.A., LL.B. (Hons.) [5-year integrated]; B.Com., LL.B. (Hons.) [5-year integrated]; LL.B. [3-year]; and LL.M. [1-year].

The School of Law boasts an efficient team of well-trained and highly qualified faculty members. The team adopts intensive teaching methods to promote the inclusive development of the students. The faculty members hold rich experience with an impressive profile. All the members have presented research papers at National and International conferences, published articles in journals of higher repute. Some of them have authored books in various areas of law published by prestigious publication houses.

Nestled amidst scenic surroundings, the campus exhibits a beautiful amalgamation of modern architecture and thoughtful designs. Fully equipped classrooms and lush green lawns enable meaningful learning, both intellectual and emotional. The JLU Student Enrichment Hub is a perfect blend of education and recreation. Equipped with a modern Moot Court, enriched Library and Legal Aid Clinic, SOL offers a remarkable opportunity for professional and personal growth to the students. Designed with the help of inputs from renowned academicians and industry leaders, the institute meets global standards of education. Excellence for JLU is not a destination but a continuous journey.

About the Director of JLU

The driving force behind JLU School of Law is the Director, Prof. (Dr.) Yogendra Kumar Srivastava, who has been associated with JLU-SOL since its inception. He joined JLU-SOL as an Associate Professor during which he carried out many administrative functions that laid the foundation of the institute. He has extended continuous moral and academic support to the students of the institute. He has played a major role in course development and curriculum designing by conducting annual Board of Studies meeting. He collaborated with eminent legal professionals and luminaries and has included them in the academic advisory board. He actively engaged in inviting legal experts to contribute to the academic and professional life of JLU-SOL and extend maximum exposure to the students.

Financial Assistance

The University management is determined to give wings to the academic excellence of the students. In line with the principles of the University, JLU School of Law provides 100% scholarship on the first year tuition fee for the students who secure a CLAT score of more than 100. Also, 100% scholarship on tuition fee is provided to all the students who secure CGPA of 9 or more.

Co-Curricular Activities

JLU takes major initiatives to conduct various co-curricular activities and participates in platforms like a cultural club (Lex Cultura), a discussion, deliberation and argumentation society (Litigium), The Legal Wall Newspaper (Lex Manor), and many more. It has also constituted the Ram Jethmalani-JLU Chair of Criminal Law and Criminal Justice to explore the growing dimensions of criminal law.

Collaborative Endeavors

In the field of legal education, JLU School of Law has made a mark for itself on a global level through its proactive approach. With the determination to provide world-class exposure to its students, JLU School of Law has established collaborative relationships with several reputed international organizations. It is a Member of International Centre of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ICADR), New Delhi, functioning under the aegis of the Ministry of Law and Justice, Govt. of India, and a Member of International Association of Law Schools (IALS). The institute is an Intellectual Partner of Global Forum on Law, Justice and Development (A World Bank Initiative). It is associated with the World Federation of United Nations Associations (WFUNA), USA. It also has academic collaboration with University of West Los Angeles (UWLA) for facilitating guest lectures, faculty and student exchange programs, among many others.

Career Opportunities and Exposures

A dedicated placement center with certified professional trainers ensures professional grooming of the students so as to prepare them to meet modern professional challenges. JLU students have visited renowned organizations such as TLC Legal, Wadia & Gandhi, Reliance Insurance, Reliance Jio, and many others as a part of their summer internship.

In addition, the students have also interned with the chambers of famous senior advocates including Shri Vivek Tankha, Shri Salman Khurshid, Shri KTS Tulsi, and Shri R. Venkatramani.

The global exposure provided to the students enhances their legal skills and acumen which consequently makes them ready to meet the contemporary demands of the legal industry and amplifies their employability.

JLU alumni have been placed at various prestigious posts across the nation, which include research position for Ministry of HRD, and legal manager posts in HDFC Bank.

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