Certificate Course on
Legal Drafting
India's most practical legal drafting course online — covering civil & criminal pleadings, BNS/BNSS 2023, writ petitions, bail applications, contract drafting, SLP, RTI, will drafting, and more. Updated for 2026.
India's Best
Certificate Course in Legal Drafting
Legal drafting is the foundation of legal practice. Every plaint filed, every bail application argued, every contract signed depends on the quality of legal drafting behind it. Yet most law graduates enter practice without ever learning how to draft a writ petition, a legal notice, a bail application under BNSS 2023, or a Special Leave Petition.
This online legal drafting course bridges that critical gap. In just six weeks — Saturday and Sunday evenings — you will master the full spectrum of Indian legal documents, from a simple legal notice to a Supreme Court SLP, all taught by practising legal professionals with real court experience.
Critically, this certificate course on legal drafting is the only short-term programme in India that covers the new BNS and BNSS criminal codes (which replaced the IPC and CrPC) alongside the complete civil litigation drafting framework — ensuring your skills are current, court-compliant, and immediately deployable.
Whether you are an LLB/LLM student building foundational skills, a fresh advocate entering practice, a judiciary aspirant preparing for PCS (J), or a non-lawyer needing practical contract and agreement drafting skills — this is the course that delivers real-world results at an unmatched price of just ₹1,500.
25+ Legal Documents — One Comprehensive Course
From a basic legal notice to a Supreme Court petition — all formats covered.
- 1Legal Notice, RTI & ComplaintUnder Consumer Protection, RTI Act & Police Complaint
- 2Plaint & Written StatementOrder VI, VII, VIII CPC — civil litigation basics
- 3Bail Application & FIR (BNSS)New BNSS 2023 criminal procedure — updated formats
- 4Writ Petition, Caveat & PILArticle 226 & 32 — High Court and Supreme Court
- 5SLP, Appeals, Contracts & ContemptSupreme Court SLP, civil appeals & contract drafting
What is Legal Drafting?
Legal drafting is the structured skill of preparing precise, legally enforceable written documents — such as plaints, petitions, contracts, agreements, legal notices, bail applications, wills, and powers of attorney — that accurately express the intent of the parties and comply with applicable statutes, procedural codes, and judicial precedents in India.
In the Indian legal profession, the quality of legal drafting determines the outcome of cases. A poorly drafted plaint can lead to rejection under Order VII Rule 11 CPC. A vague legal notice can be ignored. An incorrectly framed writ petition can be dismissed at the admission stage. This is why every successful litigation lawyer, corporate counsel, and judicial officer must be a strong legal drafter — making the certificate course in legal drafting one of the most valuable investments a law student or fresh advocate can make.
Every law student must master legal drafting because Indian law schools rarely teach practical court drafting in depth. While moot courts and theoretical jurisprudence dominate the syllabus, real-world skills like plaint drafting under Order VII CPC, bail application drafting under BNSS 2023, writ petition drafting under Article 226, and contract drafting are typically left to be learned during chamber practice — often with little structured guidance.
Legal drafting plays an equally critical role in both litigation and corporate practice. In litigation, every petition, application, written statement, and reply requires precise drafting that withstands judicial scrutiny. In corporate practice, drafting skills are essential for contracts, NDAs, employment agreements, shareholder agreements, and compliance documentation. Today, with the rise of legal process outsourcing (LPO), in-house counsel roles, and freelance legal services, trained drafters command premium career opportunities across India's legal sector.
Why Legal Drafting is an Essential Skill for Every Law Student
From court practice to corporate advisory — legal drafting is the one skill that defines your professional reputation in Indian law.
🏛️ Court Practice
Every court appearance begins with a drafted petition, plaint, or application. Strong legal drafting determines whether your matter is even heard — and shapes how the judge perceives your case from the first reading.
⚖️ Litigation
Civil and criminal litigation depends entirely on the strength of pleadings. A well-drafted plaint, written statement, or bail application can win cases. Poor drafting loses them — regardless of merit.
📚 Legal Research
Drafting and research go hand in hand. Every case law cited, every statutory reference made, every constitutional argument framed — all must be precisely articulated in your drafting to have legal effect.
📋 Contract Drafting
The corporate sector pays a premium for skilled contract drafters. NDAs, employment agreements, vendor contracts, shareholder agreements — every commercial relationship begins with precision drafting.
🤝 Client Representation
Your client's case is only as strong as your drafted documents. A persuasive legal notice can settle disputes without litigation. A weak one invites prolonged court battles. Drafting protects clients.
🚀 Professional Growth
Drafting expertise is the single biggest career accelerator in Indian law. Junior advocates with strong drafting skills handle independent matters faster, earn more, and build reputations earlier.
Why This is the Best Legal Drafting Course in India 2026
Designed for the new era of Indian law — BNS/BNSS updated, court-format driven, and beginner-friendly.
Fully Updated for BNS & BNSS 2023
The only affordable legal drafting course in India updated for the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and BNSS. Your drafting is immediately compliant with the new criminal codes replacing IPC and CrPC — giving you a critical edge over peers still using outdated formats.
Real Court Formats — Not Theory
Every session produces a practised document. You will draft actual plaints, writ petitions, bail applications, SLPs, and contracts using real court formats — not textbook templates. This is practical legal drafting training as it must be in 2026.
Supreme Court Advocate as Your Faculty
Learn directly from Adv. Ujjwal Ashutosh, a practising Advocate at the Supreme Court of India. Every format, every draft, every technique taught in this course comes from real court-room experience at India's apex court — not from textbooks.
6-Week Weekend Course — Just ₹1,500
Complete your short-term legal drafting course with certificate in just 6 weekends. Classes at 8 PM Saturday and Sunday — designed for working professionals, law students, and advocates who can't commit to long, expensive programmes.
Covers CPC, BNSS, Article 226 & 32
From Order VI & VII CPC (plaints) to Order VIII (written statement), from bail under BNSS to writ petitions under Article 226 and 32 — this drafting and pleading course India covers the complete lifecycle of civil and criminal litigation drafting.
Beginner-Friendly to Court-Ready
Week 1 starts with general principles and legal notice drafting — no prior drafting experience needed. By the end, you are drafting Supreme Court petitions and contracts. A complete learning arc from basics to apex court practice.
Skills You Will Learn During This Legal Drafting Course
Eight career-critical drafting skills — practised live in 12 sessions with court-ready formats.
Legal Notice Drafting
Consumer, Section 138, civil — full format mastery.
RTI Applications
Right to Information requests, first appeal & CIC.
Bail Applications
Regular & anticipatory bail under new BNSS 2023.
Writ Petitions
Article 226 & 32 — all five types of writs.
Appeals
Civil, criminal & constitutional appeals drafting.
Caveat Petitions
Section 148A CPC — protective drafting strategy.
Civil Pleadings
Plaint, written statement, replication, affidavits.
Supreme Court Drafting
SLP, review, curative, contempt & interlocutory.
25+ Legal Documents You Will Master in 6 Weeks
From a basic legal notice to a Supreme Court curative petition — every critical document in Indian legal practice, drafted by you under expert guidance.
Legal Notice Drafting
Draft legally sound notices under the Consumer Protection Act, Section 138 NI Act, and general civil matters. Learn the mandatory format, tone, time limits, and service requirements.
RTI, Will & Power of Attorney
Master RTI applications, testamentary documents under the Indian Succession Act, and general & specific Powers of Attorney — among the most frequently required documents in legal practice.
Plaint & Written Statement
Draft complete plaints under Order VII CPC and written statements under Order VIII CPC. Understand cause of action, jurisdiction, reliefs, specific denials, set-offs, and counterclaims with practical exercises.
Bail Application (BNSS 2023)
Draft bail applications and anticipatory bail under the new Bharatiya Nagarik Suraksha Sanhita (BNSS 2023) — the updated framework replacing CrPC. Learn grounds, conditions, format, and persuasive drafting strategy.
Writ Petition & PIL
Master writ petitions under Article 226 (High Court) and Article 32 (Supreme Court). Draft all five types of writs and Public Interest Litigations — including locus standi, grounds, prayers, and urgency applications.
SLP, Contracts & Contempt
Draft Special Leave Petitions under Article 136, contracts & agreements, civil appeals, interlocutory applications, contempt petitions, execution petitions, review and curative petitions before India's Supreme Court.
Complete 6-Week Legal Drafting Curriculum
12 live sessions covering 25+ legal document types — from beginner legal notice drafting to Supreme Court SLP and contract drafting — fully updated for BNS/BNSS 2023.
Orientation & Introduction to Legal Drafting
Course overview, faculty introduction, and a comprehensive introduction to Indian legal drafting. Understand what legal drafting means, why it is the most critical skill in legal practice, and how the new BNS and BNSS codes change drafting in 2025–26. Learn the difference between legal drafting and legal writing, and the general principles that govern every legal document.
General Principles of Drafting + Legal Notice, RTI & Memorandum
Master the fundamental principles of effective legal drafting — clarity, precision, completeness, and legal accuracy. Draft your first live documents: a legal notice under the Consumer Protection Act, an RTI application, a police complaint, and an office memorandum. Understand the format, tone, and statutory requirements for each. Practical exercise: draft a legal notice from a real case scenario.
Will Drafting & Power of Attorney — Complete Format & Practice
Two of the most commonly encountered documents in legal practice — wills and powers of attorney. Learn the essential requirements for a valid will under the Indian Succession Act, different types of wills, and how to draft a comprehensive testamentary document. Master the power of attorney drafting format in India — general PoA, specific PoA, and revocable vs irrevocable PoA. Includes real case drafting exercise.
Law of Pleadings (Order VI CPC) & Plaint Drafting (Order VII CPC)
Comprehensive study of the law of pleadings under the Code of Civil Procedure. Learn the rules governing pleadings (Order VI CPC) — what must be pleaded, what cannot be pleaded, amendments, and signing requirements. Master plaint drafting under Order VII CPC — the mandatory contents, cause of action, jurisdiction, relief, and valuation. Practical exercise: draft a complete plaint for a recovery suit and a property dispute case.
Written Statement Drafting — Order VIII CPC & Affidavits
Master the art of drafting a technically sound written statement under Order VIII CPC. Understand specific denials, admissions, set-offs, counterclaims, and the mandatory timeline for filing. Learn to draft supporting affidavits with accurate verification clauses. Understand the difference between a plaint and a written statement, common mistakes that lead to adverse orders, and how courts interpret pleadings in judgment. Practical exercise: draft a written statement responding to the plaint from Session 4.
Bail Application & Anticipatory Bail — Updated for BNSS 2023
One of the most practically important sessions in the course. Learn how to draft a bail application under BNSS 2023 — the new framework replacing CrPC provisions on bail. Understand the key changes from CrPC to BNSS, the grounds for bail, mandatory conditions, format requirements, and what makes a bail application persuasive. Cover both regular bail and anticipatory bail applications. Practical exercise: draft a bail application under a real BNSS FIR scenario.
Appeal Drafting & Quashing Petition — High Court Practice
Master the drafting of criminal and civil appeals before the High Court and Sessions Court. Learn the technical requirements for a valid appeal — grounds, reliefs, stay applications, and supporting documents. Understand how to draft a quashing petition before the High Court under Section 528 BNSS (formerly Section 482 CrPC) — identifying when a quashing petition lies, the grounds, and the format. Includes comparison between old Section 482 CrPC petitions and new BNSS quashing framework.
Writ Petition (Article 226 & 32) & PIL Drafting
The pinnacle of constitutional litigation — mastering writ petition drafting under Article 226 (High Court) and Article 32 (Supreme Court). Learn the five types of writs, locus standi requirements, format of a writ petition, and how to draft effective prayers and grounds. Understand how to draft a PIL (Public Interest Litigation) — eligibility, public interest test, format, and what makes courts admit a PIL. Practical exercise: draft a complete writ petition on a constitutional rights issue.
SLP, Civil Appeals, Interlocutory Applications & Contempt Petition
Supreme Court practice from a drafter's perspective. Learn to draft a Special Leave Petition (SLP) under Article 136 — the most widely filed petition in India's apex court. Understand SLP format, grounds for special leave, urgency applications, and interim relief. Cover civil appeals, interlocutory applications (stay, injunction, directions), contempt petitions (civil and criminal contempt), and execution petitions. This session alone covers what most 2-month courses skip entirely.
Review Petition, Curative Petition & Caveat Drafting
Master review petitions under Order XLVII CPC and Article 137 — used when there is an error apparent on the face of the record. Understand the rare but powerful curative petition — India's last constitutional remedy after a review is dismissed. Learn caveat drafting under Section 148A CPC — a protective tool that ensures you are heard before any adverse interim order is passed. Includes Supreme Court drafting practice and an introduction to AOR examination-style drafting.
Supreme Court & Advanced Drafting
Miscellaneous Applications before Supreme Court, Curative Petition, Transfer Petition, Restoration Application, Affidavits, Vakalatnama & Filing Requirements.
Capstone Drafting Practice, Career Guidance & Concluding Session
The final session brings everything together through a live capstone drafting exercise — participants draft a complete document of their choice (plaint, writ, bail application, or contract) with real-time faculty feedback. Includes career guidance for litigation, corporate practice, judicial services preparation, freelance legal drafting, and LPO opportunities. Open Q&A with the faculty, common drafting mistakes to avoid in court, and e-Certificate presentation ceremony for all participants who have completed the course requirements.
Who Should Join This Legal Drafting Course?
From LLB first-year students to senior advocates — this course delivers practical drafting skills to every level and profession.
Law Students
The ideal legal drafting course for LLB students. Build the practical court skill your college curriculum ignores.
LLM Students
Add specialised drafting expertise to your research credentials. Perfect for LLM candidates focusing on litigation or corporate streams.
Judiciary Aspirants
A structured drafting course for judicial services India. PCS (J) and HJS exams test drafting — master it here with BNS/BNSS-updated formats.
Fresh Graduates
The best legal drafting course for freshers entering practice. Be court-ready from Day 1 of your career.
Young Advocates
Drafting expertise is the fastest career accelerator for juniors. Independent drafting capability multiplies your value to seniors and clients.
Legal Researchers
Research and drafting go hand in hand. Strengthen your written work product whether you serve a senior advocate, law firm, or chambers.
Corporate Legal Professionals
For in-house counsel — master contract drafting, compliance documentation, NDAs, employment agreements, and litigation pleadings in one course.
Freelance Legal Writers
Learn legal drafting freelance India skills valued on Upwork, Fiverr, and LinkedIn — earn ₹500–₹3,000 per document.
Career Opportunities After Completing a Legal Drafting Course
The scope of legal drafting as a career in India has expanded dramatically. New BNS/BNSS codes, growing corporate legal teams, freelance platforms, and AI adoption — all require trained legal drafters. Here are the roles this course qualifies you for:
- Litigation Associate₹3–8 LPA | Civil & criminal litigation practice
- Junior Advocate₹2–6 LPA | Bar Council practice — court-ready drafting
- Legal Associate₹3–10 LPA | Law firms, legal departments, courts
- Corporate Legal Executive₹4–12 LPA | Corporates, MNCs, NBFCs, startups
- Legal Consultant / Contract Specialist₹5–15 LPA | Corporates, startups, IT companies
- Freelance Legal Drafting Professional₹500–₹3,000/document | Upwork, Fiverr, LinkedIn
Why India Needs More Trained Legal Drafters Right Now
Legal Drafting Career Scope & Salary in India 2026
Indicative income ranges for India's growing legal drafting workforce — based on 2025–26 market data across litigation, corporate, and freelance segments.
| Career Role | Indicative Salary / Income | Profile |
|---|---|---|
| Freshers (0–1 years) | ₹2–4 LPA | Entry-level drafting under senior advocate or junior position at law firm. |
| Junior Associates (1–3 years) | ₹4–8 LPA | Independent drafting of pleadings, applications, and basic petitions in mid-tier firms. |
| Corporate Legal Professionals | ₹6–15 LPA | Contract drafting, compliance documents, in-house legal support at corporates & MNCs. |
| Independent Practitioners | ₹8–25 LPA | Senior litigation drafters with established independent practice and client base. |
| Freelance Drafting Professionals | ₹500–₹3,000/document | Upwork, Fiverr, LinkedIn — contract drafting, legal research, document review. |
* Salaries are indicative and may vary significantly based on experience, location (metro vs non-metro), employer type (Tier-1 law firms typically pay 2–3× the range), specialisation, and individual negotiation. Source: market estimates 2025–26.
Sample Certificate
Receive a professionally designed Certificate of Completion from Legal Research & Analysis (LRA) after successfully completing the course requirements.
Learn from Practising Legal Experts
Lead Mentor
Advocate, Supreme Court of India
Adv. Ujjwal Ashutosh is a practising Advocate at the Supreme Court of India with extensive experience in civil and criminal litigation, constitutional law, and legal drafting. With hands-on expertise in drafting writ petitions, SLPs, bail applications, and complex civil pleadings before India's highest court, he brings real court-room knowledge to every session — giving learners the practical edge that textbooks simply cannot provide.
Course Supervisor
Advocate, Jharkhand High Court, Ranchi
Course Supervisor
Adv. Jha Pranav Kumar is a practising Advocate at the Jharkhand High Court, Ranchi, serving as Course Supervisor for the Legal Drafting Programme. His litigation experience across civil, criminal, and constitutional matters ensures the curriculum stays grounded in real court practice. As Course Supervisor, he reviews drafting exercises, oversees academic quality, and ensures every participant graduates with court-ready skills aligned to current Indian legal practice standards.
Complete Benefits Package
Every enrolled learner receives a career-boosting package — far beyond just course content.
E-Certificate
Receive a verifiable legal drafting certificate on completing all 12 sessions and the capstone assessment. Shareable on LinkedIn, recognised by employers, and adds immediate credibility to your legal practice profile. This online legal drafting certification is your proof of court-ready skills.
Internship Opportunity
Meritorious participants are offered a structured internship with partner law firms, legal consultancies, or corporate legal departments. Gain hands-on exposure to real drafting assignments, court filing procedures, and client documentation — turning your certificate into live experience.
Letter of Recommendation
Top-ranked participants receive a personalised Letter of Recommendation from faculty — a powerful asset for job applications, judicial service preparation, higher education admissions, and building your independent legal practice. A differentiator no competitor course offers at ₹1,500.
Why Choose LRA for Legal Drafting Training?
See how LRA's legal drafting course compares with typical online legal courses in India — feature by feature.
| Feature | LRA Course | Typical Online Courses |
|---|---|---|
| Live Interactive Classes | ✓ | Recorded only |
| Updated BNS & BNSS Coverage | ✓ | ✗ Outdated |
| Practical Drafting Exercises | ✓ | Limited |
| Experienced Legal Professionals | ✓ Supreme Court Advocate | Generic Instructors |
| Certificate of Completion | ✓ | Sometimes |
| Internship Opportunity | ✓ | ✗ |
| Letter of Recommendation | ✓ | ✗ |
| Real Court Drafting Formats | ✓ | Generic Templates |
Everything You Need to Know
Start Your Legal Drafting Career Today
Join 20,000+ legal professionals who have certified with India's most practical, up-to-date legal drafting course. Weekend batch starting 18 July 2026 — seats are limited.
⚡ Last date to enroll: 17 July 2026 · Weekend batch — Saturday & Sunday 8–9 PM