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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Refer to the table below:
Law Exam 2025 | Law Exam Dates | Law Exam Schedule |
|---|---|---|
May ‘25 (Tentative) | ||
1 Dec '24 | ||
January Exam- Jan '25 (Tentative) May Exam- May '25 (Tentative) | ||
08 Dec '24 | ||
Dec '24 (Tentative) |
NOTE: This information is sourced from the official website of the institute/exam.
New answer posted
a year agoContributor-Level 10
ICFAI Law School is only institution in India that offers a certificate course in immigration law. This course is designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of complex and ever-changing legal landscape of immigration.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Hi,
Yes, it is difficult to practice directly as an immigration lawyer in India with a US law degree in immigration law. Here are some of common reasons why:
Different Legal Systems: US follows common law but India has a mix of common law and Civil Law.
Focus on Immigration: A US immigration law degree heavily focuse on US statutes, regulations and also legal precedents.
Licensing: India has its own licensing requirements for lawyers.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Candidates can see table showing a general outline of the similarities and differences between Immigration Law in USA and India below -
| Feature | US Immigration Law | Indian Immigration Law |
|---|---|---|
| Types of Immigration | Employment-based, family-based, refugee/asylum, humanitarian programs | Employment-based, family-based, student visas, Overseas Citizen of India (OCI) status |
| Focus | Attracting skilled workers, reuniting families | Balancing economic needs with security concerns |
| Application Process | Can be complex and lengthy, with online and paper components | Primarily paper-based application process |
| Legal Framework | Based on federal statutes, regulations, and court decisions | Governed by the Citizenship Act, 1955 and various rules |
| Pathways to Citizenship | Green card followed by naturalization process | No direct path to citizenship for most visa categories, but OCI status offers some benefits |
| Recent Trends | Increased scrutiny and security checks | Focus on attracting skilled workers and streamlining procedures for certain sectors |
Note: Info is taken from other sources and can be different.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Immigration law doesn't require a separate qualification beyond being a regular lawyer. However, some lawyers choose to specialize in immigration law by:
- Taking elective courses in immigration law offered by some law schools during their LLB program.
- Pursuing certificate courses in immigration law after obtaining their LLB.
- Gaining experience working with established immigration lawyers or firms.
New answer posted
a year agoContributor-Level 10
Candidates can see common career options for Immigration Law graduates below -
- Immigration Lawyer (Private Practice)
- Corporate Immigration Specialist/In-House Counsel
- Non-Profit & NGO Representative
- Government Attorney/Officer
- Legal Consultant/Independent Practitioner
Pros and Cons:
- Pros: High demand, meaningful work (helping people/families), diverse and ever-evolving field.
- Cons: Can be high-stress with long hours, heavy paperwork and intense competition.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
The subject of immigration law in India is broader than immigration policies, rules, processes; but it involves control, observation, and guarding of foreign nationals within the country hence enforcement of laws and legislation to achieve the objectives or outlay. It also involves the procedure of obtaining Indian citizenship, providing working visa to foreign skilled professionals and handling problems of immigration and visa overstay.
Immigration lawyers of India are professionals who help people and organizations to deal with legal formalities regarding immigration, visas, work permits, as well as naturalization. They also deal with
New answer posted
a year agoContributor-Level 10
There are many professional organizations for Immigration Law professionals in India like -
Bar Council of India
Immigration Lawyers Association of India
Indian Society of International Law
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Candidates can see a general outline of the Immigration Lawyer's duties below -
- fill out and file complicated forms for visas, green cards and citizenship to avoid mistakes.
- explain immigration laws and guide clients on best path to legal residency.
- defend individuals facing deportation (removal) and represent them in immigration court.
- help people fleeing persecution secure safety and legal protection.
- assist companies in bringing foreign workers to country and help families reunite.
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a year agoContributor-Level 10
Candidates can see a list of some best immigration law firms in India below -
- Bhavya Chaudhary and Associates
- Davies & Associates LLC
- IMB Immigration Law
- Sharma Law Offices
Hope this helped your query! All the best!
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