About the Office of Justice K.V. Viswanathan
Justice K.V. Viswanathan, currently serving as a Judge of the Supreme Court of India, is known for his deep legal acumen and contributions to constitutional, commercial, and public law jurisprudence. His office provides an enriching and rigorous internship experience for law students, offering hands-on exposure to judicial processes, legal research, and court proceedings at the highest judicial forum in India.
About the Internship
The Office of Justice K.V. Viswanathan is accepting applications for full-time, in-person internships for the period March 2025 – May 2025. This is a prestigious opportunity for law students to work closely with the Supreme Court and develop a profound understanding of the Indian legal system.
Interns will be involved in legal research, case brief preparation, and court proceedings, ensuring an intellectually stimulating experience under the direct guidance of judicial officers.
Internship Duration & Application Timeline
Internship Month | Application Deadline | Selection Process | Confirmation Timeline |
---|---|---|---|
March 2025 | Apply at least 5 weeks prior | Telephonic/Virtual Interview | 2-4 weeks before the start |
April 2025 | Apply at least 5 weeks prior | Telephonic/Virtual Interview | 2-4 weeks before the start |
May 2025 | Apply at least 5 weeks prior | Telephonic/Virtual Interview | 2-4 weeks before the start |
📌 Note: Internships commence on the first working day of each month, unless specified otherwise.
Eligibility Criteria
- Undergraduate Law Students
- 3-Year LL.B. Program: 2nd year & above
- 5-Year Integrated LL.B. Program: 4th year & above
- Strong legal research and analytical skills.
- Demonstrated interest in constitutional law, commercial law, and public policy.
Internship Responsibilities
Interns will be required to assist in:
✔ Preparing legal briefs summarizing case facts, submissions, and relevant precedents.
✔ Conducting in-depth legal research on constitutional, commercial, and procedural law issues.
✔ Drafting legal memos and opinions for internal reference.
✔ Attending court proceedings and recording detailed minutes for case discussions.
✔ Reviewing judgments and assisting in opinion writing.
📌 Confidentiality & Professional Conduct: Interns are expected to maintain the highest standards of confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism during the internship.
Selection Process
✔ Application Review: Shortlisted applicants will undergo a telephonic or virtual interview.
✔ Confirmation: Selected candidates will receive their internship confirmation 2-4 weeks before the internship start date.
Orientation & Work Guidelines
At the start of the internship, interns will undergo an orientation session covering:
- Essential office procedures.
- Research methodologies and access to legal databases.
- Formatting guidelines for case briefs and reports.
- Ethical and professional expectations within the judicial system.
How to Apply?
Interested candidates must send an email to applications.hmjkvv@gmail.com with the subject line:
📩 “Judicial Internship – [Month – Year]”
Application Requirements (Include in Email)
1️⃣ Full Name
2️⃣ Year & Program (LL.B./B.A. LL.B., etc.)
3️⃣ Name of University/College
4️⃣ Preferred Internship Month
5️⃣ Current City of Residence
6️⃣ Contact Details (Phone Number & Email ID)
7️⃣ Cover Letter (Explaining interest in judicial internships)
8️⃣ CV/Resume
9️⃣ Legal Writing Sample (A published/unpublished article, research paper, or case analysis)
✔ Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis. Early submissions (at least 5 weeks prior to the internship start date) are highly recommended.
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