About JSAS

Adv. Jayprakash B. Somani, MBA (Foreign Trade), LL.B., is an advocate at the Supreme Court of India with over three decades of distinguished legal practice. Founder of JSAS Law Firm, he leads a team of 16 associates, including 6 Advocates-on-Record (AORs), offering expertise across civil, criminal, corporate, and taxation laws. A Certified Insolvency Professional and Independent Director, he is known for his depth of knowledge and courtroom acumen.

He is the author of 65+ books on Supreme Court case laws, covering key areas such as Insolvency, Arbitration, Property, Service, Bail, and Consumer Protection—widely available on Amazon and Flipkart.

Beyond the courtroom, Adv. Somani is an active Rotarian, President Elect of the Rotary Club of New Delhi, and involved in multiple social organizations including Freemasonry, Akhil Bhartvarshiya Maheshwari Mahasabha, Agrawal Sangathan, and Bhartiya Jain Sangathana, promoting legal literacy and social upliftment across India.

He also serves as President of the Nani Palkhivala National Law Club and has received numerous awards, including the Priyadarshini Indira Gandhi National Award, Global Achiever’s International Award, and the MSME Champion Award.

About the Juniorship

Under the guidance of Adv. Jayprakash B. Somani, Advocate, The Supreme Court of India, JSAS Law Firm invites law graduates to join its prestigious Juniorship program, designed to offer practical exposure to real-time litigation, legal drafting, case analysis, and research under the mentorship of a seasoned Supreme Court advocate.

Juniorship Months

• 1st January to 30th April
• 15th July to 15th October

Option 1: Free Juniorship (4 months)

• Provides tasks based on experience in Civil, Criminal, Corporate, and Constitutional matters from Trial Court to Supreme Court.
• Provides tasks related to drafting from notice to Civil Suit, written Statement, Criminal Complainant, Appeals, Writ Petitions & SLP in High Courts & Supreme Court.
• More tasks will be provided regarding research assignments, and judgment analysis.
• Bare Certificate of Completion will be provided after completion of Juniorship.

Option 2: Juniorship (Guru-Dakshina Program - ?5000 Fee - 4 months)

• Live sessions with Adv. Somani and various reputed advocates of The Supreme Court of India.
• Guidance on legal writing and publishing from notice to Civil Suit, written Statement, Criminal Complainant, Appeals, Writ Petitions & SLP in High Courts & Supreme Court.
• Direct feedback on assignments and Q&A sessions.
• Court Visits District Courts of Delhi/High Court of Delhi/The Supreme Court of India (4-5 days).
• Detailed Certificate with completed tasks & remarks upon successful completion.

Month 1-2: Foundation Building

• Orientation (Law firms policies and procedures)
• Basic research skills and case law analysis
• Document drafting and formatting
• Client communication skills
• Advanced research techniques and case law analysis
• Courtroom etiquette and advocacy skills

Month 3-4: Case Handling

• Case file management and organization
• Assisting senior advocates in court proceedings
• Drafting pleadings and other court documents
• Client interaction and updates
• Client counseling and negotiation skills
• Professional development and networking opportunities

Feature / Benefit Comparison

Eligibility

The applicant seeking juniorship:

1. Shall be a Graduate of a Law School/University recognized by the Bar Council of India and the University Grants Commission.
2. Shall be enrolled with any State Bar Council.
3. Shall be a member of Bar Association of the court in which applicant is practicing.

Application Process

1. Application for Juniorship shall be submitted through this link.
2. The online applications shall be made well in advance.
3. Selection of candidates for the Juniorship programme shall be based on discretion of the hiring manager.
4. The shortlisted applicants shall be intimated through email at the email address provided by the candidates. No other communication or clarifications in respect of the status of the application shall be entertained.
5. The shortlisted applicants shall communicate their acceptance of the Juniorship offer by replying to the email intimating their selection within three days of its receipt. In case no communication from the shortlisted applicant is received within the said period, the offer for Juniorship shall stand withdrawn for that period and shall be offered to the next eligible applicant. However, this shall not bar such applicant from re-applying for Juniorship in subsequent term.

Roles and Responsibilities of the Juniors

• Code of Conduct: Juniors must adhere to JSAS's code of conduct as updated from time to time.
• Absence Notification: Any absence must be immediately communicated to the assigned senior. Failure to do so may result in termination without notice.
• Accommodation & Travel: Juniors must arrange their own lodging and transport. No stipend or allowance is payable unless explicitly stated.
• Work Ownership: All submitted work remains the property of JSAS and may not be published or used elsewhere without prior written approval.
• Confidentiality Agreement: Juniors must submit a signed undertaking (Annexure I) agreeing to maintain confidentiality, uphold conduct, and fulfill assigned responsibilities.
• Non-compliance: Juniors who fail to report or complete the Juniorship without prior notice will be barred from future opportunities at JSAS.

Mode of Juniorship

This is a hybrid Juniorship (majorly online except court visits).

Termination

JSAS shall have the authority to terminate the Juniorship for non-compliance of any of the provisions mentioned under this Brochure. In such case, the Juniors shall not be entitled either to the certificate of completion of Juniorship or refund of Guru Dakshina Amount if any.

The JSAS reserves the right to modify the application of these guidelines at its discretion, if the situation demands.

Contact Information

Main Office: B-851, 1st floor, Shivaji Marg, New Ashok Nagar, Delhi 110096

Supreme Court Chamber: 312, 3rd floor, M.C Setalvad Block, Bhagwan Das Road, Supreme Court of India, New Delhi-110001

Email: [email protected]

Website: https://www.jayprakashsomani.com/

YouTube: Main Channel Link

Juniorship Video Link: [Link to be provided]

Annexure I: Juniorship Undertaking

I unconditionally and irrevocably undertake to comply with the following conditions during my Juniorship Program at JSAS.

1. I understand that I shall complete and submit the work allocated to me to the satisfaction of my reporting mentor at JSAS, failing which I shall not be entitled to receive a certificate of Juniorship completion from JSAS.
2. I understand that I will not share, discuss, or reveal any of this information with anyone. I understand that any breach of confidentiality may result in disciplinary action, including termination from the Juniorship Program or legal action.
3. I certify by my signature that I acknowledge being informed of the confidentiality policy concerning confidential information or its treatment and I undertake to reimburse, indemnify and hold harmless JSAS or its members, and representatives from any damage, loss, penalty, cost or expense incurred by them as a result of or in connection with the use or disclosure of any confidential information.

Name of the candidate: ___________________________

Application for the months (1st Jan to 30th April or 15th July to 15th October): Select Any One

Residential/Communication Address, Contact Number, and E-mail ID: ___________________________

Enrollment No./Year: ___________________________

Bar Association Name and Year: ___________________________

Signature: ___________________________

Annexure II: Recommendation from The Bar Association where Candidate is practicing

Mr./Miss/Mrs ___________________________ is a member of our Bar Association from the date __________

His/Her Bar Association Registration number is ___________________________

His State Bar Councils Enrollment number is ___________________________

Name of President/Secretary of Bar Association: ___________________________

Contact No.: ___________________________

Email ID: ___________________________

(Signature and Seal of the Bar Association)