Legal Internship Opportunity at Urja Praxis Advocates & Solicitors | Energy & Infrastructure Law, Apply Now!

Join a firm at the intersection of legacy and innovation, serving as a trusted advisor to State Regulators and the Renewable Energy sector.

About Urja Praxis Advocates & Solicitors

Urja Praxis Advocates & Solicitors (UPAS) represents the strategic merger of Praxis Counsel, a legacy firm established in 1999, and Urja Law Chambers, an innovative force in civil and commercial litigation. This synergy has created a powerhouse in Infrastructure Advisory and Civil-Regulatory Litigation.

UPAS serves a prestigious clientele, including State Regulators, Public Utilities, Energy Exchanges, and international EPC contractors. The firm is renowned for driving legal precedents in the energy sector, having secured landmark rulings for Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) and victories in complex tariff determination cases. Whether representing international banks or state-owned generating stations, the firm’s commitment to sector-specific expertise makes it a formidable name in the Indian energy landscape.

About the Regulatory Internship

This one-month internship is designed for students who want to move beyond general litigation into the specialized world of Energy and Infrastructure Regulatory law. Interns will work on matters appearing before judicial and quasi-judicial bodies, gaining exposure to the original side of litigation as well as complex corporate-commercial disputes.

Practice Areas:

• Electricity Regulation: Tariff determination, captive structuring, and trading licenses.
• Infrastructure Advisory: Project financing and legal due diligence.
• Dispute Resolution: Representing stakeholders before various regulatory forums.
• Civil Litigation: Allied matters related to energy, shipping, and telecommunications.

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Eligibility & Requirements

The firm is looking for academically rigorous students with a genuine interest in the niche field of regulatory disputes:

• Academic Level: Final-year or Penultimate-year law students.
• Focus: Demonstrated interest in Regulatory & Energy Law.
• Skill Set: Exceptional legal research capabilities and an understanding of infrastructure frameworks.

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How to Apply

UPAS follows a specific application process to gauge the analytical edge of potential interns.

Documents Required:

1. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
2. Brief Cover Note
3. Research Edge Note: A brief write-up (3–4 lines) explaining specifically how you gain an edge in legal research (e.g., specific methodologies, database mastery, or analytical frameworks).

Submission Details:

• Primary Email: harsh@urjapraxis.com
• CC: kartik@urjapraxis.com
• Subject Line: Internship Application - [Your Name] - [Month]

Additional Highlights

• Landmark Exposure: Assisted in research for matters that set national legal precedents.
• Mentorship: Learn from practitioners who advise both private stakeholders and State Regulators.
• Niche Specialization: Gain a competitive advantage in the high-demand “Energy Law” market.
• Collaborative Culture: Experience a workplace that values the intersection of legacy expertise and modern legal innovation.