Lawctopus’ 2-Month Course on 'Company Law and Corporate Governance’ [Sept 1 - Oct 31]: Register by July 10!
8 live sessions, 2 practical assignments and 1 practical activity!About the CourseCompany law is vast, and mastering it can open up significant career and earning opportunities. Whether you are a law student. . .
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8 live sessions, 2 practical assignments and 1 practical activity!About the CourseCompany law is vast, and mastering it can open up significant career and earning opportunities. Whether you are a law student building your foundation or a young lawyer looking to work in a law firm or create a career in the corporate sector, this course is for you. In 2 months, you will learn everything from the basics of company law to practical, hands-on skills essential in the real world. This includes drafting the Memorandum and Articles of Association(MOA and AOA),understandingshare capital, managing the operations of a company, Debt and Equity financing,startups’ legal framework (including ESOPs), drafting of Shareholders Agreement(SHA)understandingNCLTand winding-up procedures,ESGreporting andCSR(Corporate Social Responsibility), Employment Laws and related agreements, etc. You will gain practical experience throughexercises and assignmentsthat mirror the actual work done by corporate lawyers and in-house legal teams. Fromincorporation to compliance,you will be equipped to confidently handle tasks that usually take a couple of years to learn on the job. Instead of spending your early professional years figuring things out through trial and error, this course gives you a clear, structured, and practical path to success in company law. Course FeeRs. 14,000/-Rs. 7,999/- (inclusive of GST)About Lawctopus Law SchoolLawctopus Law Schoolhas taught a wide range of practical skills to over20,000+ law students, young lawyers, professionals, academicians, and business people. Over 1000 students have rated our courses, with an average of93. 2/100. Our online courses are ‘warm’ learning experiences!At LLS, our courses are developed by subject matter experts (practitioners and academicians) and these courses are a mix ofRigorously researched reading modulesRecorded lectures by Industry ExpertsWeekly live sessions for clearing of doubtsPractical assignments which mirror real-life assignments, with personalised feedbackSpecial Modules, Add-on career webinars, andThe now famous ‘warmth and care’ of LLSStructure of this CourseThe course begins with a live ‘Orientation Session,’ which explains how to fully benefit from it. Module 1: Basics of Company LawIncorporation of CompaniesTypes of Companies and its legal frameworkPrivate limited vs. Public limitedTrust vs. Society vs. Section 8 CompanyKey provisions under the Companies Act, 2013 for startupsModule 2: Drafting of MOA and AOABasics of MOA and AOAHow to draft an MOA?How to draft an AOA?Module 3: Prospectus and Securities AllotmentProspectus – Types of Prospectus & Preparation of ProspectusLegal Framework for Securities Issuance and AllotmentModule 4: Operations of a companyAppointment of directorsRoles and powers of Members, Shareholders, Promoters and DirectorsDirectors’ report and Disqualification of directorsHow to draft an Employment Agreement?Module 5: Governance of companiesGeneral MeetingsBoard Composition and Powers of the BoardBoard meetings and resolutionsNotice, quorum, voting, minutesModule 6: Investment and DebtWhat are debt, equity, and hybrid models?Debt v. equity financingFEMA ComplianceFDI RegulationsSEBI-related and sectoral filingsHow to draft and negotiate a Shareholders Agreement?Private investment in public equity transactionsModule 7: Capital Markets and SharesShares and share capitalTransfer of sharesBuyback of sharesModule 8: Accounts and AuditorsPreparation and filing of financial statementsRole of auditorsAudit committee and their responsibilitiesAuditor’s Report and CAROModule 9: Corporate Social ResponsibilityWhat is CSR?CSR under the Companies Act, 2013Taxation on CSR activitiesModule 10: NCLT and its proceduresWhat is NCLT, and what are its powers?Who can appear?How to draft a Petition before NCLT?Different kinds of petitions to be filed before NCLTProcedure followed in NCLT (start to end)Module 11: Winding up of a CompanyWhat is winding up of a company?Voluntary winding up of companiesCompulsory winding up of companiesModule 12: ESG Reporting and Corporate Ethics, Negotiations and ValuationsEnvironmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) ReportingKey clauses in investment agreementsTerm sheet and cap table analysisValuation methods and principlesRole of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) in corporate financingModule 13: Startup Legal FrameworkSetting up a startup: Key legal considerationsStartup India initiative and benefitsIntellectual Property for startupsEmployee Stock Option Plans (ESOPs)Module 14: Compliance and Risk ManagementAnnual compliance checklist under the Companies ActRisk management framework for companiesCompliance reporting and penaltiesImportance of internal audits and controlsModule 15: Employment Laws and Workforce ManagementKey employment laws applicable to companiesHow to draft an Employment Agreement?How to draft a Non-Disclosure Agreement?Handling workplace disputes and grievancesAssignmentsAssignment 1: Draft a Memorandum of Association for a fictitious company, with compliance notes on the Companies Act, 2013Assignment 2:Draft a Petition to be filed before the NCLT based on the problem given. Practical Drafting ActivityCareer and Placement Support Provided to Students of Company Law and Corporate Governance1. Skill Building: 3 Recorded Sessions on Career SkillsCV Drafting [2 sessions]Drafting CVs and get personalised feedback to get noticed by legal recruitersCover Letter Drafting [1 session]Learn drafting Cover Letters. Draft in a way that helps you secure internships and jobsDraft a cover letter for your dream job/internship and get personal feedback2. Opportunities Sharing: Exclusive WhatsApp Groups for Internships, Jobs, and Freelancing Opportunities7 Unique Elements of the Course1. Well-Researched, Practical Reading ResourcesYou will receive reading materials drafted by Company Law experts to ensure both conceptual depth and practical relevance. 2. Expert-Led Recorded LecturesYou will learn directly from seasoned professionals with extensive corporate law experience. 3. Weekly Live Sessions with ExpertsYou will get to engage directly with faculty to build upon what you learn from the reading resources and recorded lectures, clarify doubts, discuss current developments, and deepen your understanding of Company Law. . 4. Practicalities of Company Law taught in detailThe course covers the Companies Act from basics to practical application, including incorporation, governance, meetings, quorum, NCLT procedures, capital markets, and compliance essentials, drafting of key documents like Employment Agreements, Shareholders’ Agreements, MOA, and AOA, and so much more. 5. Compulsory Practical Assignments with Personalized FeedbackYou will get to submit assignments that simulate real work and receive detailed,personalised written feedbackthat will help you improve and grow. 6. Career Focused LearningYou will also develop a strong practical foundation to help you stand out in internships, interviews, and a legal career. 7. Lifetime Access to ContentYou can revisit materials, lectures, and updates anytime after the course ends. How will this course help you?Law studentswill gain a strong, practical understanding of Company law, which will make them stand out in internships, research roles, and job interviews with top law firms and companies. Young lawyers (0–4 years of experience)can confidently handle corporate matters like incorporation, corporate governance, ROC filings, and NCLT proceedings, opening up a new and growing practice area for earning. Other professionals and students (especially CA, CS, commerce students, CS students)will understand how to navigate company law procedures, work with corporate clients, handle ROC filings and NCLT matters, and draft key documents like the MOA, AOA, board resolutions, and compliance reports. Save 2–3 years of post-college struggle. What most lawyers learn through corporate experience over 2-3 years, you’ll master in just 2 months through structured, practical learning. Law students, and students of other related fields will enhance their employabilityby learning how to prepare essential company law documents. Learn by doing practical assignments, and get expert-led evaluationsWho can enrol for this course?Law StudentsLawyers wanting to enter the corporate fieldCompany Secretaries and CS studentsCommerce, and CA studentsAcademicians who wish to bring a useful, practical angle to their classesLaw firm associates who have just entered the professionalCompany law enthusiastsCourse Developers and Faculty of this CourseAayush Aggarwal, Partner, C Cube Advisors, Company Secretary (CS)Partner, C Cube Advisors LLPQualified Company SecretaryLLM in Business LawBusiness networking expertAayush Aggarwalcompleted his LL. B. from Dr. B. R. Ambedkar University, Agra and LLM in Business Law from Kurukshetra University. He began his professional journey as an Associate at RRA Legal, where he built a strong foundation in corporate and tax law. With a multidisciplinary background and a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks, Mr. Aggarwal is committed to helping businesses navigate complex legal challenges while ensuring full compliance with applicable laws. He currently runs his law firm, which focuses on IP and General Corporate matters. Gourav Mohanty, Independent Litigator, Ex Senior Associate, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas (SAM)Independent LitigatorEx Senior Associate, Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co (SAM)Published in reputed journals of NLU Jodhpur and NALSAR Hyderabad, and has contributed articles to The Wire, IndiaCorpLawSymbiosis Law School Pune graduate; DAAD Germany scholarship holderMr. Gourav Mohantyis an advocate primarily practising in Bombay before the Hon’ble Bombay HC. Prior to this, he worked as a Senior Associate in the Dispute Resolution Team at SAM, where he advised and represented clients in high-stakes arbitration, insolvency, and regulatory matters. He has published research papers in reputed journals such as NLU-Jodhpur and NALSAR and contributed articles to The Wire and IndiaCorpLaw. Gourav graduated from SLS, Pune, in 2016. He was awarded the Gold Medal for Academic Excellence and the DAAD-Germany Scholarship during law school. He served as the Editor of the Symbiosis Law School Journal and was a decorated mooter. Meghmala Mukherjee, Assistant Professor, JGLS, BCL from Oxford UniversityAssistant Dean; Fellow, Khaitan & Co. Centre for Business Law and Research, JGLSEx Associate/Senior Associate: Verist Law; Shardul Amarchand Mangaldas & Co. ; Lakshmikumaran and SridharanBCL, University of OxfordNLU Odisha 2018 Graduate (Gold Medallist)Ms. Meghmala Mukherjeeis an Assistant Professor of Legal Practice at JGLS. Her primary focus areas are company law, corporate finance law, corporate governance and securities law. Before academia, she practised as a transaction and advisory lawyer across firms such as SAM and Verist Law. She graduated from NLUO with 7 gold medals and received the university scholarship for 4 consecutive years. She has also read the BCL at the University of Oxford and was awarded the HSA Advocates Scholarship by the Oxford India Centre for Sustainable Development. Archita Mohapatra, Senior Associate, TrilegalSenior Associate/Ex-Associate, Trilegal; Nishith Desai AssociatesLL. M. in Labour Law and Employment Relations, Tilburg UniversityB. A. LL. B. (Hons. ), National Law University OdishaLegal 500 Rising Star 2021–2023Archita Mohapatrais a seasoned employment law expert currently serving as a Senior Associate at Trilegal, one of India’s leading law firms. She specializes in advising multinational corporations on a wide range of labour and employment matters, including workforce restructuring, compensation and benefits, employee investigations, and compliance with Indian labour laws. Archita began her legal career at Nishith Desai Associates and later pursued an LL. M. in Labour Law and Employment Relations at Tilburg University in the Netherlands. Her academic and professional excellence has been recognized by The Legal 500, which named her a Rising Star in Labour & Employment Law for three consecutive years (2021–2023) . Archita has also contributed scholarly work to the field, including a publication in the European Labour Law Journal on the rights of temporary agency workersCourse FeeRs. 14,000/-Rs. 7,999/- (inclusive of GST)Add-on benefitsGet a completion certificate issued by Lawctopus Law School after the completion of the course. Merit certificates will be awarded to the best-performing learners. Become a part of LLS alumni and get exclusive notifications about internships, jobs, also get discounts on courses and workshops. Building AI-Ready Legal Careers at Lawctopus Law SchoolLawctopus Law School (LLS) believes thatAI is no longer optional for lawyers, it is fast becoming a core professional skill. At the same time, we strongly believe that AI must be usedresponsibly and ethically. Over the last 6 months, the LLS team has actively trained itself in the latest applications of AI across legal research, drafting, litigation support, and career development. How We Teach AI at Lawctopus Law SchoolEvery live course at LLS includesfour structured AI learning elements, designed to help learnersuse AI confidently in real legal work. 1. LIVE AI Sessions with Leading Legal-Tech OrganisationsWe have tied up with two of India’s most credible AI-driven legal platforms:Indian Kanoon (Prism)JurisphereEach of these organisations shall conductregular LIVE sessions (60–90 minutes)for LLS learners, typically once every month or two. What learners gain:Practical demonstrations of AI tools used in Indian legal workReal use cases in research, drafting, litigation, and analysisAn introduction to how these tools fit into everyday legal practiceAn understanding of where AI can and cannot be usedAll sessions are conducted under the broad theme:Using AI in Real Legal Work. 2. 4-Hour Recorded Workshop: AI for LawyersAll LLS learners receive access to a4-hour recorded workshop (4 sessions)covering:Using AI for Legal ResearchUsing AI for Argumentation and MootingUsing AI for Legal & Contract DraftingTechnology & Ethics Behind AI in LawThese sessions are recorded byHimansh WadhwaandShruti Kaushik, Legal Product Developers atIndian Kanoon, ensuring technical depth and legal accuracy. 3. Complimentary Access to Indian Kanoon’s AI Tool (Prism)Every learner at Lawctopus Law School receives1-month complimentary access to Indian Kanoon’s AI tool, Prism. This enables our learners to practice:Conducting faster and smarter legal researchDrafting and refining legal documents and contracts using AI assistanceExploring multiple real-world use cases of AI on India’s largest caselaw repository4. AI Guidance from Faculty & Course MentorsBeyond tools and workshops, AI is actively discussed inside select live classes. OurFaculty and Course Mentorsregularly explain how AI can be used to:Improve performance in corporate law & contract draftingStrengthen legal research and writingSupport civil & criminal litigationEnhance work in IPR and tech lawBuild stronger CVs, portfolios, and career narrativesOur mentors are continuously upskilling themselves in AI, with a clear focus on how it enhances, not replaces, sound legal thinking and basic legal work. 5. Access to a 31-page eBook on AI Prompts for Lawyers and Law StudentsIn collaboration withHimansh Wadhwa, Legal Product Developer at Indian Kanoon and Prism, we have developed anexclusive eBookfor all our learners, an AI Prompts Library, which is a curated,subject-wise collection of ready-to-use promptsbuilt specifically for law students and young legal professionals. The AI prompt library covers six key practice areas:Contract DraftingLegal Research & MootingLitigationCorporate LawIntellectual Property Rights (IPR)Legal CareersThis eBook bridges the gap between knowing AI exists and actually knowingwhat to ask it,giving learners a practical head start in applying AI across their coursework, internships, and early careers. In Summary: AI at LLS MeansEvery Lawctopus Law School learner benefits from:Regular LIVE AI sessions byIndian Kanoon & JurisphereA4-hour structured workshopon AI for legal work1-month complimentary accessto Indian Kanoon’s AI tool (Prism)OngoingAI insights from Faculty & Course Mentorsduring live classesAccess to a31-page eBook on AI PromptsThis is how we prepare our learners for the future of legal practice: responsibly, practically, and ahead of the curve. Money Back GuaranteeWe truly believe our courses will enhance your legal skills, confidence, and career prospects. If you complete any of our courses “sincerely” and still feel it didn’t add value to your career, we’ll refund 100% of your fee; no questions asked. Eligibility CriteriaTo qualify for the money-back guarantee, you must “sincerely” complete the course, which means:Course Completion RequirementsAttend at least66% of the live classes(with your video turned ON). Submitall assignmentsand receive a passing grade in each. If you don’t pass on the first attempt,one additional attemptwill be provided per assignment. Email us atsupport@lawctopus. comwithin 10 days after completion of your batch’s closing session with the subject line ‘Request for Refund’. How to Claim Your RefundSend an email tosupport@lawctopus. comwithin 10 days after the course ends. We’ll review your request and reply within 5 days. If eligible, your refund will be processed within 10 working days. Our money back guarantee is straightforward. If you put in the effort, we promise you’ll see real results. And if not; we’ll return your money. Questions?If you have any questions about the course, please emailcourses@lawctopus. com, and we will respond within 24 hours!