Clinic Co-Directors at NLSIU, Bangalore [4 Vacancies; Salary ₹1.5 Lakh/ month] – Apply by April 15!

About the Role

The National Law School of India University (NLSIU) is inviting applications for four Clinic Co-Directors to lead its specialized legal clinics. This is a contractual, campus-based role in Bengaluru designed for veteran litigators and researchers who want to integrate rigorous fieldwork with transformative legal education.

The four specific clinics looking for leadership are:

1. Labour Law Clinic
2. Criminal Justice Clinic
3. Caste Justice Clinic
4. Citizenship and Immigration Law Clinic

Eligibility Criteria

• Education: Graduate degree in Law with valid enrollment in any State Bar Council.
• Experience: Minimum 6 years of post-qualification experience (PQE) in litigation, legal research, or clinical legal education.
• Language: Proficiency in English is essential. Proficiency in Kannada or other Indian languages is highly desirable.
• Desirable: A Master’s degree (LL.M.) and prior experience in participatory teaching or strategic litigation are preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Clinical Teaching: Co-developing credit-bearing courses and supervising students in live-client work.
• Strategic Litigation: Designing work plans, building a roster of legal aid cases, and setting up a dedicated practice within the Clinic.
• Research & Policy: Designing and executing comprehensive research plans in collaboration with the Clinic Faculty Director.
• Program Management: Supervising a team of researchers, lawyers, and paralegals while identifying partnerships with NGOs and government authorities.

Tenure and Compensation

• Salary: A consultancy fee band of ₹1,00,000 to ₹1,50,000 per month (commensurate with experience).
• Duration: Initial contract of 12 months, extendable based on mutual agreement.
• Location: 📍 NLSIU Campus, Bengaluru.

Why Apply?

NLSIU provides an unparalleled ecosystem for Strategic Litigation. As a Co-Director, you won't just be teaching; you will be at the helm of high-impact cases that could potentially set national precedents, all while mentoring the next generation of social-justice lawyers.

Application Procedure

The university accepts applications exclusively through its online recruitment portal.

1. Application Link: Click here.
2. Deadline: April 15, 2026 (5:00 PM IST).
3. Official Notification: Click here.
4. Queries: recruitment@nls.ac.in

Good luck with your application!

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