3 YEAR LL.b.
Department of LL.B.
B.B.A. LL.B, B.A. LL.B, and B.Com. LL.B – Integrated Double Degree Courses
The B.B.A. LL.B integrated double degree course combines the Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration with the Bachelor’s degree in Law. The B.A. LL.B integrated double degree course combines the Bachelor’s degree in Arts with the Bachelor’s degree in Law. Similarly, the B.Com. LL.B integrated double degree course integrates the Bachelor’s degree in Commerce with the Bachelor’s degree in Law.
The duration of the B.A. LL.B, B.B.A. LL.B, and B.Com. LL.B courses shall be five academic years, comprising ten semesters.
Each academic year is divided into two semesters.
Each semester shall consist of six months, including 18 weeks of instruction.
Each subject shall have 90 hours of teaching per semester.
This will be followed by an internship and vacation period.
Medium of Instruction
The medium of instruction for the five-year B.B.A. LL.B degree course is English.
Examinees shall write their examination answers in English.
Award of the Degree
A student shall be eligible for the award of the B.B.A. LL.B, B.A. LL.B, or B.Com.LL.B degree upon successful completion of all prescribed courses in all ten semesters, provided their character and conduct have been found satisfactory during the course of study.
Award of Classes
The classification of results shall be as follows:
First Class with Distinction: 70% and above
First Class: 60% and above but less than 70%
Second Class: 50% and above but less than 60%
Pass Class: 40% and above but less than 50%
Department Highlights
1. Comprehensive Curriculum:
- The department offers a well-structured curriculum that integrates both theoretical knowledge and practical learning.
- It covers a wide range of specialized legal fields such as Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Corporate Law, International Law, Human Rights, and Intellectual Property Rights, among others.
- Updated course content that aligns with global legal standards and contemporary issues in law.
2. Experienced Faculty:
- The department is staffed with highly qualified and experienced faculty members who bring a mix of academic expertise and practical legal experience.
- Faculty members actively engage in research, legal practice, and seminars at national and international levels, ensuring that students receive a modern and dynamic legal education.
3. Moot Court and Practical Training:
- Christ Academy of Law places a strong emphasis on practical legal skills through activities like moot court competitions, where students simulate real court proceedings.
- The department has well-equipped moot courtrooms and organizes intercollegiate moot court competitions to enhance students’ advocacy skills and help them gain confidence in legal practice.
- Internships and clinical training programs with reputed law firms, courts, and corporate houses offer students hands-on experience in the legal field.
4. Legal Research and Dissertations:
- The department encourages legal research through its regular seminars, workshops, and research projects.
- LLM students have the opportunity to undertake dissertation work, which allows them to explore complex legal issues in-depth, contributing to the body of legal knowledge.
- The department fosters critical thinking and analytical skills, preparing students to approach legal problems creatively and effectively.
5. Strong Infrastructure and Resources:
- The department is equipped with a modern library that includes a wide range of legal books, journals, online legal databases, and access to various international legal resources.
- There are digital resources available, providing students with access to online journals, case law, and legal articles that supplement classroom learning.
- Moot Courtrooms and conference rooms are designed to facilitate interactive learning and mock trials, promoting practical legal education.
Activities and Training
2024-2025
Judicial Service Training Academy
CAIL is the first institution in India where Judicial Services Training is given as a part of curriculum at a nominal cost. Judicial Service Training Academy is established at CAIL with the mission to train the students for the judicial service examinations. The 3rd, 4th and 5th year students will be trained by a senior resource person who is an expert in the field.
Intership and Placement Committee
• 1st Semester – Internship at a national or international NGO 2nd Semester- Internship under a trial court lawyer
• 3rd Semester – Internship under a High Court lawyer
• 4th Semester – Internship with District Legal Services Authority
5th Semester – Internship in the field of Legal Education/ Judicial clerkship/ Parliamentary and Legislative Committees
• 6th Semester to 10th Semester – Internship of student’s choice art
Publication
One of the principal focus areas of CAIL is research and publication. Since its inception, the faculty members of CAIL have endeavoured to bring out books on various subjects of law according to the KSLU syllabus. CAIL has already made a mark in a publication by bringing out 50 textbooks in a years. CAIL is committed to bringing out text books on all subjects offered by the Karnataka State Law University in their LL.B. Programme.
Faculty
CAIL has highly qualified faculty members, combining the experience of seniors and the enthusiasm of freshers. Most of the faculty members are Ph. D. holders from prestigious national institutions and are engaged in research and publication in emerging areas of law and society. CAIL is an institute fostering excellence in teaching, research and community service. Teaching and pedagogy are designed to give extensive exposure to students to domestic, international and comparative law courses.
Proud moments for Cail
a.CAIL has been awarded the ‘The 10 Most Leading Institutes in Law, 2020’ by the Knowledge Review Magazine.
b. CAIL has been awarded the ‘Most recognized Law Institutes of the Year,2023’ by the Knowledge Review Magazine.
c. Recognized as ‘The Top Ten Law Colleges – 2022’ by the Higher Education Review Magazine
d. Fr. Dr. Davis Panadan CMI has been awarded the ‘Top 10 Most Iconic Principal’s Award’ at the Golden Aim Conference Awards – 2023
Awards & Recognitions
- ST. KURIAKOSE ELIAS CHAVARA EXCELLENCE AWARD for the best outstanding and best outgoing student.
- MEMORIAL AWARDS and SPECIAL AWARDS for the Toppers in various subjects.
- Award for 100% ATTENDANCE.
- INTRA MOOT COURT and EXTERNAL MOOT COURT awards for the Best Memorial, Best Team and Best Advocate.
BEST SPORTS PERSON for Internal/External Sports Events.
‘Varghese Panadan Memorial Award’ – Gold Medal to the topper in Political Science (6 papers together).
Sponsored by the Canadian Family in memory and reverence to the Late Mr. Varghese Panadan, beloved father of Fr. Dr. Davis Panadan Varghese CMI, Principal, CAIL‘Rosa Panadan Memorial Award’ – Gold Medal to the topper in Constitutional law (2 papers together)
Sponsored by the Canadian Family in memory and reverence to the Late Mrs. Rosa Panadan, beloved Mother of Fr. Dr. Davis Panadan Varghese CMI, Principal, CAIL‘Daisy Panadan Memorial Award’ – Gold Medal to the topper in Labour Law (2papers together)
Sponsored by the Canadian Family in memory and reverence to the Late Mrs. Daisy Panadan, beloved Sister of Fr. Dr. Davis Panadan Varghese CMI, Principal, CAIL‘Loveja Solomon Memorial Award’—Gold Medal to the topper in Taxation Law. Sponsored by Ms. Keerthi Solomon, CAIL faculty, in memory and reverence to her mother, Mrs. Loveja Solomon.
‘Arham Ali Memorial Award’ – Gold Medal to the Topper in Third Year
Sponsored by Mr. Mohd. Arham Intezam Ali, in memory and reverence to his son,
Late Mr. Arham Ali.