5th NLIU LKS Paralegal Workshop & Training Programme, 2026

The NLIU Legal Aid Clinic in collaboration with Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan, is organising the 5th NLIU LKS Paralegal Workshop & Training Programme, 2026, aimed at strengthening practical legal skills among students. The programme features two segments: a Paralegal Training Competition and the Legal Aid Clinic Presentation, offering a platform for learning and institution–level engagement.

ABOUT THE PROGRAMME

I. Paralegal Training Competition

The competition consists of two phases:

1. Written Submission & Shortlisting: All participating teams must submit a comprehensive legal opinion based on a provided factual matrix, ensuring high academic standards. Submissions will be shortlisted and top 16 teams will qualify for the oral rounds.

2. Oral Rounds: Shortlisted teams will participate in simulated client-counselling sessions assessing fact-extraction, communication, and advisory skills.

Team Composition: 2 members allowed

Registration Fee:

• • Early Bird – ₹800/team (Deadline: 8 February 2026)

  • Regular – ₹1000/team (Deadline: 12 February 2026)

Shortlisted teams will be required to pay an additional fee of ₹2500 towards accommodation and incidental expenses.

II. Legal Aid Clinic Presentation Competition

This segment provides a national platform for Legal Aid Clinics to present their best practices, innovative socio-legal initiatives, and impactful community interventions.

Participating clinics must prepare and present a structured PowerPoint presentation highlighting annual activities and outreach efforts,

Registration Fee:

• • Early Bird – ₹2500/team (Deadline: 8 February 2026)

  • Regular – ₹3200/team (Deadline: 12 February 2026)

Each Legal Aid Clinic may nominate one (1) team, represented by two presenters.

IMPORTANT DATES

Early Bird Registration Close: February 8, 2026

Registration Closes: February 12, 2026

Release of Problem: February 13, 2026

Written Submission Deadline: February 20, 2026

Release of Shortlisted Teams: February 22, 2026

PPT Submission Deadline (for Presentation Competition): February 22, 2026

Event Dates: February 28 – March 01, 2026

Venue: National Law Institute University, Bhopal

Registration Link: https://forms.gle/PH2jyu5WZ3p4kLJU8 

AWARDS & OPPORTUNITIES

Participants stand a chance to win cash prizes exceeding ₹40,000 and secure internship opportunities at Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan.

Complete event rulebook and additional information can be accessed here.

CONTACT INFORMATION

Email: legalaidclinic@nliu.ac.in
Instagram: https://instagram.com/lac_nliu\
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/nliulac/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/legal-aid-clinic-nliubhopal