What does it take for a first-generation lawyer from a small town to build a distinguished practice before the Supreme Court of India?

In this episode of The Daily Lawyer Podcast, Jenna Krishnan speaks with Anupam Lal Das, Senior Advocate, about his journey from Hazaribagh to the country’s highest court, and the hard work, preparation and professional discipline that shaped his career.

An “accidental lawyer” with no family background in the profession, Anupam Lal Das began his career handling trial-court matters before moving to Supreme Court practice, qualifying as an Advocate-on-Record and eventually being designated as a Senior Advocate.

In this candid conversation, he discusses:

• Breaking into the Supreme Court Bar as a first-generation lawyer

His message to aspiring lawyers is direct: breaking the glass ceiling may be difficult, particularly for first-generation professionals, but once the opportunity arrives, you must be prepared to perform - every single day.

And his enduring advice for courtroom lawyers?

“Know your judge, know your judge, and know your judge.”

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What does the role of a General Counsel demand beyond legal expertise?

In this episode of The Daily Lawyer Podcast, we speak with Srivals Kumar, Founder of MyGC, about the evolving role of the General Counsel and the need for legal leaders to understand business, risk, people and strategy. Drawing on nearly three decades of experience across sectors including telecom, media, e-commerce, airports and real estate, Srivals discusses the realities of leading legal functions through periods of rapid growth, regulatory change, complex disputes and business uncertainty.

The conversation explores:

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What does it really mean to be an international lawyer?

In this episode of The Daily Lawyer Podcast, we speaks with Ashok Lalwani, Shareholder at Greenberg Traurig Singapore LLP and former Senior Partner at Baker McKenzie, about building a career across jurisdictions, clients, markets and legal systems. Ashok traces his journey from India to the United States, from Sidley Austin in Chicago to White & Case in India, and then to Singapore, where he went on to build and lead significant India-focused and cross-border legal practices.

This conversation covers the opening up of the Indian economy, early infrastructure and power projects, the evolution of India-related legal work, foreign law firms in India, the role of Singapore as a professional base, and what it takes to build a meaningful international legal career. We also discuss:

This episode is part of a special mini-series enabled by Solomon & Co., a full-service law firm based in Mumbai with a legacy spanning over 115 years and four generations. If you are a law student, young lawyer, in-house counsel, law firm professional or someone curious about cross-border legal careers, this episode offers a deeply practical look at how international legal careers are built.

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The Digital Personal Data Protection (DPDP) Act is now in force and most business owners still assume it's "only for the big companies." It isn't. If your organisation touches personal data in any form, this conversation is for you.

In this special episode in collaboration with Zoho Contracts, we sit down with Priyanka Sharma, Head of Technology Laws at the Aditya Birla Group (and a Data Protection Officer), to break the DPDP Act down to its nuts and bolts i.e. what it is, who it applies to, and the practical steps every founder, professional, and in-house team needs to take.

Drawing on her experience implementing GDPR for US clients before returning to India, Priyanka explains why the DPDP Act is best understood as a trust law, not a data law — and why that single shift in mindset changes how you build your entire privacy programme.

What we cover:

1. Why DPDP applies to every organisation, not just large enterprises

2. "Personal data," "data fiduciary," and "data principal" are explained simply (including the toy analogy that even a 5-year-old understood)

3. Why a privacy policy alone is NOT a privacy programme

4. The myth of "throwing technology at the problem"

5. How vendor and processor relationships create real liability — and where contracts become your safeguard

6. Practical HR examples: talent acquisition, payroll partners, and onboarding

7. Why consent is not a one-time exercise — and the right to withdraw it

8. AI, nudges, and the next wave of data privacy questions

The big takeaway: DPDP compliance isn't a licence you obtain once. It's an ongoing discipline that becomes part of your culture and, done well, a genuine competitive advantage.

Our guest: Priyanka Sharma is the Head of Technology Laws, Aditya Birla Group. She's a Data Protection Officer, and a member of several industry and government-facing councils on data privacy, AI governance, and cyber security law.

This episode is produced in collaboration with Zoho Contracts - Zoho's comprehensive, AI-powered contract management software. Our thanks to the entire Zoho Contracts team for enabling this series. To follow or reach out to Zoho Contracts:

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In this episode of The Daily Lawyer, we speak with Rahul Kamerkar, Counsel at the Bombay High Court, whose practice spans labour law, economic offences, white collar crime, arbitration, and general corporate disputes.

Rahul speaks candidly about choosing litigation, learning in chambers, handling “unwinnable” cases, the fear around ED arrests and PMLA bail, and what it really takes to build an independent practice. He also shares practical advice for young lawyers who did not go to a national law school, are worried about money in litigation, or are unsure about how to find their place in the profession.

This conversation covers mentorship, networking, pro bono work, AI in legal practice, litigation strategy, and the importance of saying yes before you know exactly how you will figure it out.

A must-watch for law students, young lawyers, litigators, and anyone thinking about building a career in court practice.

Perfect for: Law students, aspiring lawyers, practicing advocates, judges, corporate professionals, anyone interested in legal career development, Indian legal system

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In this episode of The Daily Lawyer, we sit down with Dr. Santrupt Misra, a rare polymath who has seamlessly navigated the high-levels of academia, business and Indian politics. Dr. Misra, who holds three PhDs and a D.Sc., shares his incredible journey from growing up in Odisha to leading major businesses for the Aditya Birla Group and now serving as a Member of Parliament.

We dive deep into the philosophy of leadership, the "moral compact" between employers and employees, and why he believes statesmanship is about more than just electioneering. Dr. Misra also provides a nuanced look at the future of Artificial Intelligence in education and healthcare, and the importance of maintaining human empathy in an increasingly digital world.

Special thanks to our partner Zoho Sign, a digital e-signature platform helping Indian businesses streamline workflows and digitize paperwork. If your business deals with a high volume of contracts and legal documentation, Zoho Sign is built to simplify and accelerate the process.

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In this episode of The Daily Lawyer’s GC Series, we sit down with Dr. Vivek Mittal, the Executive Director of Legal and Corporate Affairs at Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL).

Vivek’s journey is a masterclass in career agility, global leadership, and the "How" of hiring. He shares the incredible story of how a chance trip to Delhi and a sense of "FOMO" led him to register for a Company Secretary course with an 800-rupee loan - a decision that eventually led him to lead legal teams at global giants like Lupin, Dr. Reddy's, and now HUL.

Key Topics Covered:

1. Career Growth: How he flipped his focus from being a Company Secretary to a General Counsel at India's leading companies

2. Global Leadership: Lessons from leading massive M&A deals in Brazil, Mexico, and Japan, and managing cross-cultural teams.

3. The "How" of Hiring: Why Vivek gives 50% or more weightage to a candidate's attitude and ethics over their technical domain skills.

4. AI & Legal Tech: Why you can't run away from LLMs and how technology will soon handle 70-80% of routine legal tasks.

This episode is part of our General Counsel Series, presented in proud collaboration with Zoho Sign.

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Zoho Sign is a comprehensive digital e-signature solution tailored for Indian businesses. It helps organisations sign, send, manage documents, automate signature workflows, authenticate signers, and enable e-stamping — all while staying compliant with Indian law. If your business deals with a high volume of contracts and legal documentation, Zoho Sign is built to simplify and accelerate the process.

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In this episode, we sit down with Ferzana Behramkamdin, the first woman to serve as President of the Bombay Incorporated Law Society, to discuss her journey through the legal ranks. From her early days under the mentorship of legal giants to the evolution of the profession today, she shares invaluable insights on what it truly takes to succeed as a lawyer.

We dive deep into:

- Gender in Law: Why proving your merit as a lawyer is more important than proving yourself as a woman

-The Power of Mentorship: Lessons learned from Anand Bhai and the importance of taking early responsibility

-The "Tough" Road: A look at the intensity of the legal exams and why there are no shortcuts

This conversation is part of our Legacy Series, created to preserve the life stories and insights of legal professionals who have shaped India’s legal and business landscape. Presented in collaboration with M/s Solomon & Co., a boutique, full-service law firm based in Mumbai, India, whose ‘legacy’ stretches across four generations and over 115 years of legal practice. 

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From a 21-Year-Old Signing His First Contract to Global GC at DNEG — Zameer Nathani shares his journey through law, media, IP, and high-stakes dealmaking.

In this episode of The Daily Lawyer Podcast, Zamir talks about:

A deeply insightful conversation for anyone interested in in-house law, intellectual property, contracts, and the future of legal careers.

This episode is part of our General Counsel Series, presented in proud collaboration with Zoho Sign.

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Zoho Sign is a comprehensive digital e-signature solution tailored for Indian businesses. It helps organisations sign, send, manage documents, automate signature workflows, authenticate signers, and enable e-stamping — all while staying compliant with Indian law. If your business deals with a high volume of contracts and legal documentation, Zoho Sign is built to simplify and accelerate the process.

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