Fresh law graduates from non-premier Bengaluru colleges face low wages, long hours
Bengaluru: Fresh law graduates from non-premier colleges in Bengaluru are grappling with financial challenges and intense workloads, especially those entering litigation. Many report working 12 to 16 hours a day for monthly salaries ranging between ₹10,000 and ₹20,000.
Navyatha V., a graduate from a law college in South Bengaluru, shared her struggles as a junior advocate under a Supreme Court lawyer. “I work 12 to 14 hours daily, traveling between courts and handling extensive tasks, yet I earn ₹12,000 a month. Without this experience, transitioning to corporate law is tough, especially for graduates from non-premier institutions,” she explained.
Unlike other fields, most law colleges lack structured placement systems, making it difficult for students to secure corporate roles. Additionally, internships under senior advocates often provide little financial relief.
Professor N. Sathish Gowda from University Law College argued that law schools should not focus on placements, likening legal education to medical training. He noted, “Around 70% of our students pursue litigation, which includes branches like banking, property, and family law, due to increasing opportunities.”
Assistant Professor Roopa S. of BMS College of Law pointed out disparities among students from private universities, deemed universities, and colleges affiliated with Karnataka State Law University (KSLU). She explained that KSLU-affiliated students are limited to internships during vacations, often lasting only two weeks, making it harder to develop the skills corporate firms demand.
Despite these challenges, professors encourage perseverance, highlighting that dedicated practice during the initial five years can lead to better opportunities and higher earnings. Gowda noted that experienced advocates can earn anywhere between ₹30,000 to ₹10 lakh per month.
Admissions to law colleges in Bengaluru remain unaffected, with institutions like University Law College receiving 600 to 800 applications for 60 seats annually.
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14 arrested in Mangaluru unisex salon vandalism case
Mangaluru: The police have arrested 14 individuals in connection with the vandalism at a unisex salon near the Bejai KSRTC bus stand on Thursday afternoon.
The attack, carried out by members of the Ram Sena Karnataka, was targeted at the Colors Unisex Salon, where the activists accused the establishment of engaging in immoral activities.
According to reports, a group of around ten activists barged into the salon while four women and a man were present. They attacked the man and vandalized the premises before fleeing the scene. Barke police, who were alerted about the incident, launched an investigation and arrested the accused.
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The arrested individuals have been identified as Harsharaj alias Harshit of Farangipet, Mohandas alias Ravi of Moodshedde, Purandara of Uppal, Sachin of Vamanjoor Ambedkar Nagar, Ravish of Ulaibettu, Sukhet of Benjanapadavu Shivajinagar, Ankit of Vamanjoor, Kalimuthu of Moodshedde Shivajinagar, Abhilash of Tarigudde, Deepak of Moodshedde, Vignesh of Saripalla, Sharan Raj of Mangaluru, Pradeep Poojary of Moodshedde, and Prasad Attavara.
Authorities have registered a case and are investigating further.
