By

DINESH GANDHI D

20BLA1004

Under the supervision of

Dr. R.AMBIKA NAIR

VIT School of Law, VIT

Chennai

2020-2025
 DECLARATION

I, DINESH GANDHI D (20BLA1004) hereby declare that the record

submission has been submitted to VIT School of Law, Chennai, by me, towards
the partial fulfilment of the clinical paper titled “MOOT COURT AND
INTERNSHIP (LAW 1115)” during my program spanning Academic Years
2020 – 2025.
I further declare that this is my own work and that I have not presented the work
of others as my own. All works referenced herein are the result of work
undertaken by me.

Signature of the Declarant

(DINESH GANDHI D)
S.No Particular

1. Moot Court Exercise

2. Observance of Court Proceedings

3. Observance of Client Counselling

4. Recording of Internship
 PART - I
MOOT COURT EXERCISE
 PART - II
OBSERV ANCE OF COURT PROCEEDING
 PART II
OBSERVANCE OF COURT PROCEEDING
OBSERVANCE OF TRIAL (CIVIL AND CRIMINAL)

CASE CIVIL OBSERVATION

BEFORE: HIGH COURT OF MADRAS

APPELLANT: S.J. Hussain
RESPONDENT: K.L. Sampath Nagaraj

Brief Facts:
1.The appellant, S.J. Hussain, filed a civil suit seeking recovery of ₹3,00,000 that he had
loaned to the respondent, K.L. Sampath Nagaraj, on 10.06.2019. In support of repayment, the
respondent had issued a post-dated cheque.
2.However, the cheque was never presented for clearance. Based on this, the trial court
dismissed the suit, stating that the cause of action was incomplete without cheque
presentation or dishonour.
3.The appellant contended that the cheque was only a collateral mode of payment and that the
legal liability arose from the oral loan transaction, which was independently enforceable.

Trial:

The Hon’ble High Court of Madras, while hearing the appeal, observed that the trial court
had committed a serious legal error by restricting the existence of a cause of action to the
dishonour of the cheque. The Court clarified that the existence of a loan agreement itself
gives rise to a legal cause of action, and the presentation or dishonour of a cheque is not a
precondition to maintain a suit for recovery.

The Court emphasised that cheques are not the origin of liability, but merely a mode of
discharging pre-existing debt. The underlying transaction—the loan given and acknowledged
—was sufficient to institute the suit. By focusing only on the cheque, the trial court had failed
to appreciate the broader contractual context.

Accordingly, the High Court allowed the appeal and directed the trial court to proceed with
the case on merits. This judgment reinforces that substantive justice must prevail over
procedural formalism, especially in civil cases where documentary or oral evidence supports
the existence of liability.
CRIMINAL CASE OBSERVATION

BEFORE: HIGH COURT OF MADRAS

PETITIONER: Jayaram
RESPONDENT: State of Tamil Nadu

Brief Facts:
1. The petitioner, Jayaram, a Village Administrative Officer (VAO), was convicted by
the trial court under the Prevention of Corruption Act for allegedly accepting a bribe of
₹1,500 to process a patta transfer and land survey.
2. The complaint was based on the testimony of a land applicant who alleged that
Jayaram demanded a bribe and accepted the amount, which was recovered from him during a
trap laid by vigilance officers.
3. Jayaram challenged the conviction, contending that he was not the competent
authority to process the application and that the tainted money was not recovered from his
person in a manner consistent with legal procedure.

Trial:

The Hon’ble High Court of Madras, upon re-examining the evidence, found serious flaws in
the prosecution’s case. It observed that the essential ingredients of demand and acceptance of
illegal gratification had not been established beyond reasonable doubt. The Court emphasised
that under the Prevention of Corruption Act, mere recovery of tainted money, without proof
of demand and voluntary acceptance, is not sufficient for conviction.

The Court also noted discrepancies in the witness testimonies and procedural lapses in the
trap operation. The complainant’s evidence lacked consistency, and the prosecution failed to
establish a clear link between the bribe and the official act. The judgment made reference to
settled precedents, including P. Satyanarayana Murthy v. District Inspector of Police, where
the Supreme Court held that proof of demand is indispensable for conviction under Sections 7
and 13 of the Prevention of Corruption Act.

Based on these findings, the High Court set aside the conviction and acquitted Jayaram. The
judgment serves as a reaffirmation of the principle that criminal convictions must rest on
unimpeachable and legally admissible evidence, and that investigative agencies must strictly
comply with legal safeguards to ensure fair trials.
 PART III
OBSERVATION OF CLIENT COUNSELLING
OBSERVATION OF CLIENT COUNSELLING
CIVIL CASE:
A landowner residing in Kanchipuram approached a local advocate regarding a boundary
dispute with his neighbour. The client owned agricultural land that had been in his family for
generations. Recently, the neigh-boring landowner began cultivating beyond the accepted
boundary line, encroaching on the client’s land by approximately half an acre. The client had
old survey maps and patta documents supporting his claim but had never erected a physical
boundary.

Upon raising objections, the neighbour claimed the land in question was part of his property
as per a more recent survey document. Tensions escalated when the neighbour began
constructing a fence, prompting the client to seek legal advice before the situation worsened.

Observations:
●The advocate welcomed the client calmly and allowed him to fully explain the situation,
recognising the emotional strain caused by the land dispute. He ensured a non-judgmental
and confidential atmosphere.

●The advocate carefully examined the client’s documents, including the old patta and
revenue records. He explained the importance of updated land records and recommended
getting a fresh government survey to clarify boundaries.

●He advised the client to immediately send a legal notice to the neighbour to halt
construction until the boundary dispute is resolved and suggested filing a suit for permanent
injunction if the issue persisted.
PART - IV RECORD OF INTERNSHIPS
Form I - Internship Certificate

Form
II -

Internship Report
I. Student Details
Name : DINESH GANDHI
Reg No: 20BLA1004
II. Internship Details
Office: Adv. R . VIVEKANANTHAN
Address:100. Law Chamber, Madras High Court Campus, Chennai - 600 104
Duration of Internship:15.06.2021 to 15.07.2021
Number of Working Days of Internship: 21Days (Excluding Sundays and
Holidays)
Supervisor Name: Adv.R. VIVEKANANTHAN
Contact Number of Supervisor: 9840026790
III. Self-Appraisal
The office of Advocate VIVEKANANTHAN offers legal interns a diverse range
of experiences, strong professional networks and significant exposure particularly
benefitting students who undertake internships there. I learnt a lot more on the
practicality of law and its applications

SIGNATURE OF STUDENT

Form III - Internship Diary

INTERNSHIP DIARY - FOUR WEEKS
Intern Name: DINESH GANDHI D
Week Beginning from 15..06.2021 to 15.07.2021
Office Name: Advocate R. VIVEKANANTHAN
Internship Supervisor Name: Advocate R. VIVEKANANTHAN
:
Week 1: 15th June – 19th June 2021
15.06.2021 – Tuesday

Time Duty

10:00–
Orientation & introduction to staff
11:00

11:00– Overview of office functioning & current case

12:00 types

12:00–
Study of ongoing civil matter briefs
01:00

02:00–
Learned basics of case summary preparation
03:00

03:00–
Observed drafting of legal notice
04:00

04:00–
Feedback session with mentor, doubts discussed
05:00

16.06.2021 – Wednesday

Time Duty

10:00–
Client consultation (civil case) observation
11:00

11:00–
Analysed FIR copy with mentor
12:00

12:00– Compared complaint format for police vs. magistrate

01:00 filing

02:00–
Prepared a fact summary from client interaction
03:00

03:00–
Cross-checked summary with case file
04:00
 Time Duty

04:00–
Briefed mentor on observations and findings
05:00

17.06.2021 – Thursday

Time Duty

10:00–
Introduction to legal research portals (SCC, Manupatra)
11:00

11:00–
Guided research on Section 138 NI Act cases
12:00

12:00– Compared Supreme Court & High Court judgments on cheque

01:00 bounce

02:00–
Documented case law citations with brief summaries
03:00

03:00–
Drafted note on precedents for mentor review
04:00

04:00– Mentor reviewed and discussed importance of judgments in

05:00 argument

18.06.2021 – Friday

Time Duty

10:00–
Drafting legal notices (Format study)
11:00

11:00–
Drafted sample legal notice on tenancy dispute
12:00

12:00– Proofread and refined notice based on mentor

01:00 feedback

02:00– Prepared complaint draft for District Consumer

03:00 Forum

03:00–
Discussion on jurisdiction of consumer cases
04:00

04:00– Observed final draft filing process

 Time Duty

05:00

Week 2: 21st June – 26th June 2021

21.06.2021 – Monday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30–
Orientation to ongoing case filings, introduction to the case diary
10:30

10:30–
Prepared case summary based on brief provided by mentor
11:30

11:30–
Compiled relevant documents and annexes for court filing
12:30

02:30–
Reviewed legal notice drafts, learned proper drafting techniques
03:30

03:30– Observed senior advocate finalise case briefs and prepare them for
04:30 filing

22.06.2021 – Tuesday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30–
Observed live proceedings in civil court, noting legal arguments
10:30

10:30– Studied different types of petitions filed in civil and criminal

11:30 courts

11:30–
Assisted in drafting a writ petition for a client’s case
12:30

02:30–
Drafted points of argument for court representation
03:30

03:30–
Discussed and reviewed the drafted writ petition with mentor
04:30
23.06.2021 – Wednesday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30–
Assisted in drafting an affidavit for an upcoming hearing
10:30

10:30–
Reviewed and edited affidavit content based on legal standards
11:30

11:30–
Analysed affidavit format used in earlier cases
12:30

02:30–
Assisted in organising case files, marked key documents
03:30

03:30– Discussed the significance of affidavits and their evidentiary value with
04:30 mentor

24.06.2021 – Thursday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30–
Assisted in reviewing legal notices and court summons
10:30

10:30–
Drafted a response for a legal notice from a third party
11:30

11:30–
Consulted mentor on the legal implications of various responses
12:30

02:30–
Reviewed client’s affidavit against evidence, ensured consistency
03:30

03:30– Assisted with document verification and filing process for counter
04:30 affidavit

25.06.2021 – Friday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30–
Reviewed documents related to a pending consumer case
10:30
 Time Duty

10:30–
Assisted in drafting legal strategy for consumer dispute
11:30

11:30–
Learned about consumer protection law and jurisdiction
12:30

02:30–
Researched relevant judgments on consumer disputes
03:30

03:30– Assisted in preparing documents for filing at Consumer

04:30 Forum

Week 3: 28th June – 3rd July 2021

28.06.2021 – Monday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30–
Review of the recent case law in civil suits
10:30

10:30–
Assisted in preparing a case summary for an ongoing civil matter
11:30

11:30–
Drafted the preliminary arguments for a civil case
12:30

12:30–
Studied the principles of the Indian Evidence Act
01:30

02:30–
Observed senior advocate during cross-examination in a trial
03:30

03:30– Discussion with mentor on the importance of evidence in civil

04:30 cases

29.06.2021 – Tuesday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM
 Time Duty

09:30– Introduction to the process of filing a First Information Report

10:30 (FIR)

10:30–
Drafted a complaint to police for a criminal case
11:30

11:30–
Discussed the procedure of investigation with mentor
12:30

12:30–
Learned about the role of a Public Prosecutor in criminal cases
01:30

02:30–
Prepared a draft for bail application
03:30

03:30–
Mentor reviewed the draft, discussed possible improvements
04:30

30.06.2021 – Wednesday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30–
Assisted in preparing a petition for a Public Interest Litigation (PIL)
10:30

10:30–
Studied the process of PIL filings in India
11:30

11:30–
Researched case law on PILs, particularly focusing on recent judgments
12:30

12:30–
Discussed the drafting process with mentor
01:30

02:30–
Reviewed previous PIL cases and compared legal arguments
03:30

03:30– Mentor provided feedback and discussed the strategic aspects of PIL
04:30 filing

01.07.2021 – Thursday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30–
Observed client consultation for a property dispute
10:30

10:30–
Assisted in reviewing property title documents
11:30

11:30– Researched property laws related to ownership and title

12:30 disputes

12:30–
Prepared notes for client on legal options for property dispute
01:30

02:30–
Worked with mentor to refine the legal notice draft
03:30

03:30–
Discussed client communication strategies with mentor
04:30

02.07.2021 – Friday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30– Assisted in preparing a case for filing under the Negotiable Instruments Act
10:30 (Cheque Bounce)

10:30–
Reviewed the legal provisions of the NI Act regarding cheque dishonour
11:30

11:30–
Researched case law on cheque bounce and discussed legal precedents
12:30

12:30–
Drafted a complaint for cheque bounce case
01:30

02:30–
Observed senior advocate’s approach to filing the case in court
03:30

03:30–
Assisted in preparing related documents for filing in the court
04:30
Week 4: 5th July – 10th July 2021
05.07.2021 – Monday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30–
Attended briefing session on upcoming criminal trial proceedings
10:30

10:30–
Studied charge sheet and evidence list provided by prosecution
11:30

11:30–
Researched legal defences for criminal charges under IPC
12:30

12:30–
Drafted cross-examination questions under mentor's guidance
01:30

02:30–
Observed cross-examination session in district court
03:30

03:30– Debriefed with mentor on trial performance and strategy

04:30 adjustments

06.07.2021 – Tuesday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30– Assisted in drafting reply for notice under Section 138, NI

10:30 Act

10:30–
Reviewed essential components of a valid notice and reply
11:30

11:30– Conducted legal research on defences in cheque bounce

12:30 cases

12:30–
Prepared final version of the reply notice
01:30

02:30–
Attended client meeting regarding cheque dispute
03:30
 Time Duty

03:30–
Summarised client interaction and updated case file
04:30

07.07.2021 – Wednesday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30– Studied procedural law provisions (CrPC) relevant to bail

10:30 hearing

10:30–
Drafted anticipatory bail application
11:30

11:30–
Discussed case facts and bail grounds with mentor
12:30

12:30–
Finalised draft and included citations from recent rulings
01:30

02:30–
Observed anticipatory bail argument in court
03:30

03:30–
Discussed outcome and further legal remedies with mentor
04:30

08.07.2021 – Thursday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30–
Reviewed a case related to tenancy and eviction
10:30

10:30–
Drafted a legal notice for eviction based on rent default
11:30

11:30– Researched Rent Control Act and recent Supreme Court

12:30 interpretations
 Time Duty

12:30–
Assisted in structuring pleadings for landlord's claim
01:30

02:30–
Observed eviction matter hearing in small causes court
03:30

03:30–
Summarised legal findings and feedback from mentor
04:30

09.07.2021 – Friday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30–
Attended workshop on digital documentation and e-filing
10:30

10:30–
Practiced uploading case files on court portal
11:30

11:30–
Drafted checklist for e-filing submission process
12:30

12:30– Assisted in digitising physical documents for a pending

01:30 matter

02:30–
Reviewed the e-filing status and responded to any objections
03:30

03:30–
Discussed tech-enabled legal practice with senior advocate
04:30

10.07.2021 – Saturday
Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 2:00 PM

Time Duty

10:00–
Conducted mock mediation session with fellow interns
11:00
 Time Duty

11:00–
Drafted settlement terms and memorandum of understanding
12:00

12:00– Received feedback from mentor on mediation strategy and

01:00 documentation

01:00–
Closing session and reflection on internship learnings
02:00

Week 5: 12th July – 15th July 2021

12.07.2021 – Monday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30– Reviewed previous week's PIL drafting work for

10:30 improvements

10:30–
Finalised formatting and annexes for submission
11:30

11:30–
Researched procedural requirements for PIL admission
12:30

12:30–
Filed PIL at relevant High Court registry
01:30

02:30–
Observed hearing of another PIL matter in courtroom
03:30

03:30– Debriefed with mentor on court's approach and legal

04:30 reasoning

13.07.2021 – Tuesday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30–
Assisted in drafting rejoinder to counter affidavit
10:30
 Time Duty

10:30–
Studied the art of rebuttal drafting in litigation
11:30

11:30–
Discussed with mentor the strategy of concise legal rebuttal
12:30

12:30–
Proofread and structured the rejoinder draft
01:30

02:30– Compared rejoinder formats from past cases for

03:30 improvement

03:30–
Finalised rejoinder for submission
04:30

14.07.2021 – Wednesday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30–
Studied case file of arbitration matter involving contract dispute
10:30

10:30–
Drafted notice invoking arbitration clause
11:30

11:30–
Researched the Arbitration and Conciliation Act, 1996
12:30

12:30–
Consulted mentor on scope and enforceability of arbitration clauses
01:30

02:30–
Revised arbitration notice with reference to recent case law
03:30

03:30– Attended session on ADR and role of arbitrators in dispute

04:30 resolution

15.07.2021 – Thursday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM
Time Duty

09:30–
Attended case briefing on a service law matter
10:30

10:30– Assisted in research on rules under Central Civil Services (Conduct)

11:30 Rules

11:30–
Drafted a representation against departmental proceedings
12:30

12:30–
Reviewed case precedents on disciplinary action
01:30

02:30–
Observed court arguments in service matter
03:30

03:30–
Discussed career opportunities in service law with mentor
04:30

FORM I- INTERNSHIP CERTIFICATE

Form II - Internship Report
I. Student Details
 Name: DINESH GANDHI D
Reg No: 20BLA1004
II. Internship Details Office: V. S .SENTHIL KUMAR & A. KRIPAKARAN
Advocate Office Address: NO 326, 3rd floor Thumbu Chetty Street,Parrys, Chennai-
600001
Duration of Internship: 27.06.2022 to 19.07.2022 Number of Working Days of
Internship: 22 Days (Excluding Sundays and Holidays)
Supervisor Name: Adv. A. KRIPAKARAN
Contact Number of Supervisor: 917883366
III. Self-Appraisal
This opportunity will help me understand the nuances of criminal procedure,
especially in securing bail, and deepen my knowledge of labour laws that impact the
workforce and public policy. Working under his guidance will equip me with
practical legal skills and insight into the functioning of courts, aligning with my
aspiration to contribute meaningfully to social justice and public service through the
legal system.

SIGNATURE OF STUDENT

Week 1: 27th June – 01nd July 2022

27.06.2022 – Monday
Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

10:00– Orientation at the office, introduction to basic civil and criminal

11:00 procedures

11:00–
Assisted in organising client case files and maintaining docket
12:00

12:00–
Observed initial client consultation and prepared a summary
01:00

03:30–
Assisted in drafting a bail application under Section 439 CrPC
04:30

28.06.2022 – Tuesday
Time In: 09:45 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:45–
Prepared summary of evidence for a civil dispute case
10:45

10:45– Court visit – Observed civil suit proceedings at the High Court of Madras,
11:45 Chennai Bench

11:45–
Drafted a written statement under Order VIII CPC
12:45

12:45–
Attended discussion on CPC procedures with mentor
01:45

03:30–
Finalised documents for filing and indexing
04:30

29.06.2022 – Wednesday
Time In: 10:15 AM Time Out: 5:00 PM
 Time Duty

10:15– Learned drafting format for a consumer complaint under CPA

11:15 2019

11:15–
Drafted and formatted complaint for a consumer case
12:15

12:15–
Observed legal arguments in a consumer court hearing
01:15

03:30–
Participated in internal review of consumer case documentation
05:00

30.06.2022 – Thursday
Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

10:00–
Drafted a petition under Article 226 of the Constitution
11:00

11:00–
Attended a briefing on PIL drafting strategy
12:00

12:00– Court visit – Observed PIL proceedings at the High Court of Madras, Chennai
01:00 Bench

03:30–
Mentor feedback on draft petition
04:30

01.07.2022 – Friday
Time In: 09:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30–
Reviewed a property dispute case file
10:30

10:30– Studied relevant provisions from Transfer of Property Act and Indian
11:30 Succession Act

11:30–
Assisted in preparing legal notice for possession
12:30
 Time Duty

12:30–
Discussed adverse possession with mentor
01:30

03:30–
Prepared case brief for court submission
04:30

Week 2: 04th July – 08th July 2022

04.07.2022 – Monday
Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 4:45 PM

Time Duty

10:00–
Assisted in reviewing case files related to a family dispute
11:00

11:00–
Drafted a petition under the Hindu Marriage Act for contested divorce
12:00

12:00– Court visit – Observed family court mediation at the High Court of Madras,
01:00 Chennai Bench

03:30–
Conducted legal research on maintenance under S.125 CrPC
04:30

04:00–
Prepared internal note summarising the case and learnings
04:45

05.07.2022 – Tuesday
Time In: 9:45 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:45–
Studied FIR registration and role of investigating officer
10:45

10:45– Court visit – Observed remand proceedings at the High Court of Madras,
11:45 Chennai Bench

11:45–
Assisted in preparing remand application and check-list of documents
12:45
 Time Duty

12:45–
Drafted a legal opinion on chances of bail in a criminal matter
01:45

03:30–
Discussed practical issues in criminal trials with mentor
04:30

06.07.2022 – Wednesday
Time In: 10:15 AM Time Out: 5:15 PM

Time Duty

10:15–
Drafted a notice for defamation under the IPC
11:15

11:15–
Reviewed past judgments on criminal defamation
12:15

12:15– Court visit – Observed defamation case at the High Court of Madras, Chennai
01:15 Bench

03:30–
Edited complaint for filing under IPC Section 500
04:15

04:15–
Final discussion on ethical issues in media defamation cases
05:15

07.07.2022 – Thursday
Time In: 10:00 AM Time Out: 4:45 PM

Time Duty

10:00–
Reviewed documents for partition suit among co-owners
11:00

11:00–
Prepared draft plaint under CPC Order 7 Rule 1
12:00

12:00– Court visit – Observed preliminary hearing at the High Court of Madras,
01:00 Chennai Bench

03:30–
Mentor feedback on plaint drafting and property law
04:45

08.07.2022 – Friday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30–
Attended a case review meeting with the senior advocate
10:30

10:30–
Drafted synopsis for a PIL regarding access to clean drinking water
11:30

11:30– Court visit – Observed PIL arguments at the High Court of Madras, Chennai
12:30 Bench

12:30–
Noted citations and arguments used in support of public interest
01:30

03:30–
Prepared PIL case file with index and annexes
04:30

Week 3: 12th July – 15th July 2022

12.07.2022 – Tuesday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30–
Researched recent judgments on property disputes
10:30

10:30–
Assisted in drafting a legal notice for a property-related case
11:30

11:30–
Consulted with mentor regarding property laws in India
12:30

12:30–
Studied a case involving land acquisition and compensation
01:30

01:30–
Drafted a petition for a land dispute case
02:30

02:30– Visit to the High Court of Madras, Chennai Bench for property case
03:30 hearing
 Time Duty

03:30–
Discussed court proceedings with mentor, focusing on property law
04:30

13.07.2022 – Wednesday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30–
Assisted in preparing a complaint for a breach of trust case
10:30

10:30–
Researched legal provisions on trust law under the Indian Trusts Act
11:30

11:30–
Drafted points of argument for a breach of trust matter
12:30

12:30–
Consulted with mentor regarding strategies for breach of trust cases
01:30

01:30–
Reviewed relevant judgments in breach of trust cases
02:30

02:30– Visit to the High Court of Madras, Chennai Bench for breach of trust case
03:30 hearing

03:30–
Debrief with mentor on case arguments and court procedure
04:30

14.07.2022 – Thursday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30–
Assisted in preparing a petition for a labour dispute case
10:30

10:30–
Researched labour laws, especially in relation to worker rights
11:30

11:30–
Reviewed case law on wrongful termination and labour compensation
12:30

12:30–
Drafted a petition for filing a labour dispute in the appropriate court
01:30

01:30– Discussed with mentor the significance of labour laws in corporate disputes
 Time Duty

02:30

02:30– Visit to the High Court of Madras, Chennai Bench for a labour dispute case
03:30 hearing

03:30–
Observed court arguments related to employment laws
04:30

15.07.2022 – Friday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30–
Assisted in drafting an injunction petition for a client
10:30

10:30–
Researched the legal basis for granting an injunction under CPC
11:30

11:30–
Discussed case law with mentor on injunctions and their enforcement
12:30

12:30–
Prepared an outline of the injunction petition for court submission
01:30

01:30–
Worked on refining the petition with mentor’s feedback
02:30

02:30– Visit to the High Court of Madras, Chennai Bench for injunction case
03:30 hearing

03:30–
Debrief with mentor on court arguments and strategies for injunction cases
04:30

Week 4: 18th July – 19th July 2022

18.07.2022 – Monday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30–
Assisted in preparing a writ petition for a public interest case
10:30
 Time Duty

10:30– Studied the legal provisions related to PILs under Article 226 of the
11:30 Constitution

11:30–
Researched case law on PILs, focusing on the right to information
12:30

12:30–
Drafted points of argument for PIL related to environmental protection
01:30

01:30–
Refined the draft of the PIL petition with mentor’s feedback
02:30

02:30–
Visit to the High Court of Madras, Chennai Bench for PIL hearing
03:30

03:30–
Debrief with mentor on the strategic approach to PIL filings
04:30

19.07.2022 – Tuesday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30–
Assisted in reviewing a case involving company law
10:30

10:30–
Researched the Companies Act and corporate governance regulations
11:30

11:30–
Drafted an application for relief under company law
12:30

12:30–
Consulted with mentor regarding case strategy and possible defences
01:30

01:30–
Refined draft of the application based on mentor’s suggestions
02:30

02:30– Visit to the High Court of Madras, Chennai Bench for company law case
03:30 hearing

03:30– Debrief with mentor on court procedure and application of company law
04:30 principles
FORM I- INTERNSHIP CERTIFICATE
Form II - Internship Report
I. Student Details
Name: DINESH GANDHI D Reg No: 20BLA1004
II. Internship Details Office:Y. THIYAGARAJAN ADVOCATES
Office Address: 39/121. M.M AVENUE KANCHIPURAM 631591
Duration of Internship:05.06.2023 to 5.07.2023.
Number of Working Days of Internship: 23 Days (Excluding Sundays and
Holidays) Supervisor Name:Adv. Y. THIYAGARAJAN
III. Self-Appraisal
I am keen to intern under Adv. Y. THIYAGARAJAN to gain practical exposureIN
mediations of land disputes . His extensive experience in prosecuting offenses related
to criminal cases will enhance my understanding of the procedural aspects,
evidentiary requirements, and judicial perspectives involved in the cases.

SIGNATURE OF STUDENT

Form III - Internship Diary INTERNSHIP DIARY - FOUR WEEKS

Intern Name: DINESH GANDHI D
Week Beginning from 05.06.2023 to 05.07.2023.
Office Name: Special Public Prosecutor Office
Internship Supervisor Name: Adv. . Y. THIYAGARAJAN

Week 1: 5th June – 9th June 2023

05.06.2023 – Monday

Time Duty

12:30 –
Orientation and introduction to the court's functioning
01:30

01:30 –
Observed court proceedings in the District Court, criminal cases
02:30

02:30 – Assisted in preparing case summaries for a pending criminal

03:30 matter

03:30 –
Drafted a petition for bail application under IPC
04:30

04:30 –
Assisted in reviewing evidence for the criminal case
05:30

05:30 –
Observed cross-examination in the court
06:30

06:30 –
Feedback session with mentor, doubts discussed
07:00

06.06.2023 – Tuesday

Time Duty

12:30 –
Attended civil court proceedings and noted down arguments
01:30

01:30 –
Assisted in drafting a civil suit petition for property dispute
02:30

02:30 – Researched case laws related to property disputes

 Time Duty

03:30

03:30 –
Prepared an index for the civil suit petition
04:30

04:30 – Observed how documents are submitted and verified for

05:30 filing

05:30 –
Discussed case strategies with senior advocate
06:30

06:30 –
Assisted in preparing documents for the next hearing
07:00

07.06.2023 – Wednesday

Time Duty

12:30 – Attended a hearing for a family law case (divorce and

01:30 maintenance)

01:30 –
Assisted in drafting a divorce petition with custody matters
02:30

02:30 –
Researched case laws on child custody and alimony
03:30

03:30 –
Assisted in preparing documents for mediation in family disputes
04:30

04:30 –
Observed discussions on settlement terms between parties
05:30

05:30 –
Learned how to draft a settlement agreement in family disputes
06:30

06:30 –
Reviewed the prepared divorce petition with the mentor
07:00

08.06.2023 – Thursday

Time Duty

12:30 –
Observed civil court hearings on consumer protection cases
01:30

01:30 – Assisted in drafting a consumer complaint for District Consumer

 Time Duty

02:30 Forum

02:30 –
Researched consumer rights laws and consumer protection case laws
03:30

03:30 –
Prepared an outline for the consumer dispute resolution process
04:30

04:30 –
Assisted in filing the complaint with the Consumer Forum
05:30

05:30 –
Reviewed previous cases related to consumer protection
06:30

06:30 –
Feedback and review of the filed consumer complaint
07:00

09.06.2023 – Friday

Time Duty

12:30 –
Attended a hearing for a cheque bounce case under NI Act
01:30

01:30 –
Drafted a complaint for cheque dishonour
02:30

02:30 –
Researched case laws and judgments related to cheque bounce
03:30

03:30 –
Prepared documents for filing the cheque dishonour case in court
04:30

04:30 –
Assisted in preparing a witness statement for the case
05:30

05:30 –
Observed legal arguments and procedures in cheque dishonour cases
06:30

06:30 – Discussed the strategies for presenting cheque dishonour cases in

07:00 court

Week 2: 12th June – 16th June 2023

12.06.2023 – Monday

Time Duty

12:30 –
Observed civil court proceedings for land dispute cases
01:30

01:30 –
Assisted in drafting a plaint for a property dispute case
02:30

02:30 – Researched land acquisition laws and property dispute

03:30 resolutions

03:30 –
Prepared an index of documents for filing in the civil case
04:30

04:30 –
Reviewed the drafted plaint for legal clarity and completeness
05:30

05:30 –
Observed an interaction between a client and the advocate
06:30

06:30 –
Discussed strategies for presenting property disputes in court
07:00

13.06.2023 – Tuesday

Time Duty

12:30 –
Assisted in drafting a complaint for a defamation case
01:30

01:30 –
Researched case laws related to defamation and reputational harm
02:30

02:30 – Prepared a list of documents and evidence for filing the defamation
03:30 case

03:30 –
Observed arguments in a civil suit related to defamation
04:30

04:30 –
Assisted in preparing a legal notice for defamation case
05:30

05:30 –
Discussed strategies for managing defamation claims with mentor
06:30
 Time Duty

06:30 –
Reviewed previous defamation cases for better drafting techniques
07:00

14.06.2023 – Wednesday

Time Duty

12:30 –
Attended a session on drafting legal notices
01:30

01:30 –
Assisted in drafting a legal notice for an unpaid loan recovery
02:30

02:30 –
Researched the legal framework on debt recovery and insolvency
03:30

03:30 – Prepared documents for filing a suit under the Negotiable Instruments
04:30 Act

04:30 –
Observed arguments in a debt recovery case
05:30

05:30 –
Reviewed the drafted legal notice with mentor and made improvements
06:30

06:30 –
Learned about the process of enforcing a judgment in civil cases
07:00

15.06.2023 – Thursday

Time Duty

12:30 – Assisted in preparing a draft for a petition under the Domestic Violence
01:30 Act

01:30 – Researched case laws related to domestic violence and women’s

02:30 protection

02:30 –
Prepared an affidavit for a domestic violence case
03:30

03:30 –
Observed a family dispute resolution session in court
04:30

04:30 –
Discussed case strategies for domestic violence cases with mentor
05:30
 Time Duty

05:30 –
Reviewed the draft petition with mentor and refined legal language
06:30

06:30 – Discussed the importance of evidence and witness testimonies in such

07:00 cases

16.06.2023 – Friday

Time Duty

12:30 –
Assisted in drafting a case summary for a personal injury case
01:30

01:30 – Researched medical negligence laws and case laws on personal

02:30 injury

02:30 –
Prepared evidence documentation for a personal injury case
03:30

03:30 –
Observed legal arguments for a personal injury case in court
04:30

04:30 –
Assisted in preparing medical records and reports for the case
05:30

05:30 –
Discussed strategies for personal injury claim settlement
06:30

06:30 –
Final review of the personal injury case documentation with mentor
07:00

Week 3: 19th June – 23th June 2023

19.06.2023 – Monday

Time Duty

12:30 –
Assisted in drafting a petition for a writ of habeas corpus
01:30

01:30 –
Researched case law related to habeas corpus petitions
02:30

02:30 –
Reviewed relevant legal precedents and their application
03:30

03:30 – Prepared an index of documents to accompany the writ petition

 Time Duty

04:30

04:30 –
Observed court proceedings related to writ petitions
05:30

05:30 – Discussed the importance of timing and urgency in habeas corpus

06:30 cases

06:30 –
Drafted points of argument for the habeas corpus case
07:00

20.06.2023 – Tuesday

Time Duty

12:30 – Assisted in preparing a petition under the Protection of Women from

01:30 Domestic Violence Act

01:30 –
Researched case law on domestic violence and women’s rights
02:30

02:30 –
Drafted the petition based on research and case details
03:30

03:30 –
Reviewed the petition for legal consistency and clarity
04:30

04:30 –
Observed a case related to domestic violence in family court
05:30

05:30 –
Discussed procedural aspects of domestic violence cases with mentor
06:30

06:30 –
Assisted in finalizing documents for filing in the family court
07:00

21.06.2023 – Wednesday

Time Duty

12:30 –
Assisted in drafting a counter affidavit for a civil suit
01:30

01:30 –
Researched procedural aspects of filing a counter affidavit
02:30

02:30 – Reviewed evidence and facts related to the case to support the counter
 Time Duty

03:30 affidavit

03:30 –
Discussed the legal strategy for counter-affidavits with mentor
04:30

04:30 –
Assisted in preparing documents for filing the counter affidavit
05:30

05:30 –
Observed the court proceedings related to the civil suit
06:30

06:30 –
Reviewed the filing process and learned about submission procedures
07:00

22.06.2023 – Thursday

Time Duty

12:30 –
Assisted in drafting an affidavit for a bail application
01:30

01:30 –
Researched the legal provisions and requirements for bail
02:30

02:30 –
Reviewed previous bail applications and discussed strategies
03:30

03:30 – Assisted in preparing supporting documents for the bail

04:30 application

04:30 –
Observed the proceedings in a bail hearing
05:30

05:30 –
Discussed with mentor the key factors influencing bail decisions
06:30

06:30 –
Finalized the affidavit and documents for submission to court
07:00

23.06.2023 – Friday

Time Duty

12:30 –
Assisted in preparing a complaint under the Consumer Protection Act
01:30

01:30 – Researched consumer rights and relevant case law

 Time Duty

02:30

02:30 –
Drafted the complaint and listed supporting evidence
03:30

03:30 – Prepared documents for filing the complaint with the Consumer
04:30 Forum

04:30 –
Observed a consumer case hearing in court
05:30

05:30 – Discussed with mentor the challenges of consumer protection

06:30 litigation

06:30 –
Reviewed the filed complaint and confirmed correct filing procedures
07:00

Week 4: 26th June – 30th JUNE 2023

26.06.2023 – Monday

Time Duty

12:30 – Assisted in drafting a petition for a divorce case under the Hindu Marriage
01:30 Act

01:30 –
Researched relevant case law on divorce and custody battles
02:30

02:30 –
Drafted the petition based on research and client’s requirements
03:30

03:30 –
Reviewed documents related to the divorce case and filed them for review
04:30

04:30 –
Observed a divorce case hearing in the family court
05:30

05:30 –
Discussed procedural aspects of divorce proceedings with mentor
06:30

06:30 –
Assisted in preparing documents for filing the divorce petition
07:00
27.06.2023 – Tuesday

Time Duty

12:30 –
Assisted in preparing an application for anticipatory bail
01:30

01:30 –
Researched anticipatory bail provisions and related case law
02:30

02:30 –
Drafted the anticipatory bail application for submission
03:30

03:30 – Reviewed documents and evidence supporting the anticipatory bail

04:30 application

04:30 –
Observed the proceedings in the anticipatory bail hearing
05:30

05:30 –
Discussed legal strategies and factors influencing anticipatory bail decisions
06:30

06:30 –
Assisted in finalizing the anticipatory bail application for filing
07:00

28.06.2023 – Wednesday

Time Duty

12:30 –
Assisted in preparing a reply to a civil suit
01:30

01:30 –
Researched case law on civil suits and defences
02:30

02:30 –
Drafted a reply to the suit based on legal research and case details
03:30

03:30 –
Reviewed the reply for consistency and legal correctness
04:30

04:30 –
Observed civil court proceedings related to the suit
05:30

05:30 – Discussed the importance of replying promptly in civil suits with

06:30 mentor

06:30 –
Assisted in finalizing the reply document for court submission
07:00
29.06.2023 – Thursday

Time Duty

01:30 – 02:30 12:30 – 01:30 A

02:30 – 03:30 Drafted the appeal based on previous case outcomes

03:30 – 04:30 Reviewed the appeal draft for accuracy and complet

04:30 – 05:30 Observed the appeal hearing in the consumer forum

05:30 – 06:30 Discussed legal strategies in consumer appeals with

06:30 – 07:00 Assisted in preparing documents for filing the appea

30.06.2023 – Friday

Time Duty

12:30 – Assisted in preparing an application under Section 138 of the Negotiable

01:30 Instruments Act (cheque bounce case)

01:30 –
Researched relevant case law on cheque bounce cases
02:30

02:30 –
Drafted the application based on research and the client's situation
03:30

03:30 –
Reviewed documents related to the cheque bounce case
04:30

04:30 –
Observed a cheque bounce case hearing in the court
05:30

05:30 – Discussed with mentor the key elements required for a successful cheque
06:30 bounce case

06:30 –
Finalized the application and prepared it for court submission
07:00

Week 5: 3rd July – 5th July 2023

03.07.2023 – Monday
 Time Duty

12:30 –
Assisted in drafting a petition for the recovery of possession of property
01:30

01:30 – Researched property law and recovery proceedings under the Specific Relief
02:30 Act

02:30 –
Drafted the petition based on legal provisions and client’s information
03:30

03:30 –
Reviewed related documents for the property recovery case
04:30

04:30 –
Observed a session on property recovery proceedings in the civil court
05:30

05:30 –
Discussed strategies with mentor for improving petition drafting
06:30

06:30 –
Finalized and prepared the petition for filing in court
07:00

04.07.2023 – Tuesday

Time Duty

12:30 – Assisted in preparing a bail application for a client charged under Section
01:30 498A IPC

01:30 –
Researched case law on Section 498A IPC and related bail conditions
02:30

02:30 – Drafted the bail application based on legal precedents and the specifics of the
03:30 case

03:30 –
Reviewed and corrected the bail application draft for completeness
04:30

04:30 –
Observed bail proceedings for a similar case in the criminal court
05:30

05:30 –
Discussed the merits of different bail applications with mentor
06:30

06:30 –
Finalized the bail application for filing and submission
07:00

05.07.2023 – Wednesday
Time Duty

12:30 –
Assisted in drafting a reply to a legal notice for a contractual dispute
01:30

01:30 –
Researched contract law and breach of contract cases
02:30

02:30 –
Drafted the reply based on the facts of the case and applicable law
03:30

03:30 –
Reviewed and finalized the reply, ensuring it was legally sound
04:30

04:30 –
Observed a hearing related to contractual disputes in the civil court
05:30

05:30 –
Discussed with mentor the significance of legal notices in contract disputes
06:30

06:30 – Finalized the reply to the legal notice and prepared it for sending to the
07:00 opposing party
Form I – Internship Certificate
Form II - Internship Report
I. Student Details
Name: DINESH GANDHI D
Reg No: 20BLA1004
II. Internship Details Office: V. S .SENTHIL KUMAR & A. KRIPAKARAN
Advocate Office Address: NO 326, 3rd floor Thumbu Chetty Street,Parrys, Chennai-
600001
Duration of Internship: 11.12.2023 to 29.12.2022 Number of Working Days of
Internship: 13 Days (Excluding Sundays and Holidays)
Supervisor Name: Adv. A. KRIPAKARAN
Contact Number of Supervisor: 917883366

III. Self-Appraisal
I seek an internship under Advocate & A. KRIPAKARAN a proficient at the Chennai
High Court, with the intent to enhance skills in legal drafting and document
preparation. Advocate & A. KRIPAKARAN expertise in drafting legal documents,
petitions, and affidavits, coupled with his experience in court procedures, offers an
opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of the complexities of legal
documentation, the formalities of court filings, and the nuances of legal language.

Form III -Internship Diary

INTERNSHIP DIARY - 3 WEEKS
Intern Name: DINESH GANDHI D
Week Beginning from 11.12.2023 to 29.12.2022
Office Name: V. S .SENTHIL KUMAR & A. KRIPAKARAN Advocate Office
Internship Supervisor Name: Adv. A. KRIPAKARAN

Week 1: 11th December – 15th December 2023

11.12.2023 – Monday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30– Orientation and introduction to the functioning of the Madras High

 Time Duty

10:30 Court

10:30–
Observed court proceedings in a civil appellate matter
11:30

11:30–
Studied cause list and court allocation system
12:30

12:30–
Noted structure of oral submissions and procedural flow
01:30

02:30–
Interacted with senior clerk on filing procedures and registry work
03:30

03:30–
Mentor session on hierarchy of courts and High Court writ powers
04:30

12.12.2023 – Tuesday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30–
Observed writ petition hearings before a division bench
10:30

10:30–
Studied Article 226 powers and maintainability of writs
11:30

11:30–
Assisted in drafting a writ petition under Article 226
12:30

12:30–
Compared formats of civil vs. criminal writs
01:30

02:30– Reviewed relevant judgments on locus standi and public

03:30 interest

03:30–
Mentor feedback on drafted writ petition
04:30

13.12.2023 – Wednesday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM
 Time Duty

09:30– Observed arguments in a Public Interest Litigation

10:30 (PIL)

10:30– Discussed elements of maintainability and public

11:30 concern

11:30–
Researched PIL precedents specific to Tamil Nadu
12:30

12:30–
Prepared summary of arguments made in observed PIL
01:30

02:30–
Reviewed draft PIL prepared for filing
03:30

03:30– Assisted in preparing annexures and index for

04:30 submission

14.12.2023 – Thursday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30–
Observed final hearing in a defamation appeal
10:30

10:30– Studied Defamation Law under IPC and related case

11:30 law

11:30–
Assisted in preparing synopsis for the appeal
12:30

12:30–
Read and analysed trial court judgment
01:30

02:30–
Prepared draft arguments for respondent side
03:30

03:30– Mentor reviewed synopsis and clarified framing of

04:30 issues

15.12.2023 – Friday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM
 Time Duty

09:30–
Assisted in filing a writ for service matter
10:30

10:30–
Studied DOPT rules and service jurisprudence
11:30

11:30–
Compiled documents required for service writ
12:30

12:30– Interacted with advocate clerk for file numbering and registry
01:30 rules

02:30– Observed court's response to preliminary objection in service

03:30 case

03:30–
Debrief with mentor on service law nuances
04:30

Week 2: 18th December – 22nd December 2023

18.12.2023 – Monday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30–
Observed court proceedings in a Habeas Corpus petition
10:30

10:30– Researched legal grounds and precedents in Habeas Corpus

11:30 matters

11:30–
Assisted in preparing arguments in a preventive detention case
12:30

12:30–
Prepared timeline of detention events for submission
01:30

02:30–
Drafted summary note of observed proceedings
03:30

03:30– Discussed nuances of personal liberty under Article 21 with

04:30 mentor

19.12.2023 – Tuesday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30– Reviewed affidavit and rejoinder documents filed in a civil

10:30 matter

10:30–
Assisted in compiling case bundles for listing
11:30

11:30–
Studied formatting and annexe numbering system
12:30

12:30–
Observed filing counter process at the court registry
01:30

02:30– Compared listing procedures in original and appellate side

03:30 matters

03:30–
Mentor explained distinction between maintainability and merit
04:30

20.12.2023 – Wednesday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30–
Observed final arguments in a constitutional writ case
10:30

10:30–
Researched Articles 14 and 19 and their interpretation
11:30

11:30–
Drafted note on doctrine of reasonable classification
12:30

12:30–
Reviewed previous judgments referred in oral arguments
01:30

02:30–
Compiled citations with brief summaries for reference
03:30

03:30– Discussed judicial activism vs. restraint in writ

04:30 jurisprudence

21.12.2023 – Thursday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM
 Time Duty

09:30–
Attended hearing in an inter-state water dispute matter
10:30

10:30–
Researched environmental law and principles of equitable use
11:30

11:30–
Drafted a legal brief summarising key arguments presented
12:30

12:30–
Identified relevant constitutional provisions and legal doctrines
01:30

02:30–
Assisted in preparing rejoinder for the dispute case
03:30

03:30– Mentor explained the role of constitutional benches in complex

04:30 cases

22.12.2023 – Friday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30–
Observed special bench hearing on electoral dispute
10:30

10:30– Researched Representation of the People Act and recent SC

11:30 rulings

11:30–
Assisted in preparing memo for intervention application
12:30

12:30–
Read judgment relied on in case and summarised key findings
01:30

02:30–
Helped draft final submissions for filing
03:30

03:30–
Mentor feedback session on strategy and legal drafting style
04:30

Week 3: 25th December – 29th December 2023

26.12.2023 – Tuesday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM
 Time Duty

09:30–
Observed arguments in an anticipatory bail application
10:30

10:30–
Researched Section 438 of CrPC and relevant case laws
11:30

11:30–
Assisted in drafting anticipatory bail petition
12:30

12:30– Reviewed opposing counsel’s objections and prepared

01:30 counterpoints

02:30–
Discussed conditions under which bail can be granted or denied
03:30

03:30– Mentor explained differences between regular and anticipatory

04:30 bail

27.12.2023 – Wednesday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30–
Observed admission of a criminal revision petition
10:30

10:30–
Studied the grounds for criminal revision under CrPC
11:30

11:30–
Assisted in compiling procedural history of the case
12:30

12:30–
Reviewed previous orders in connected matters
01:30

02:30–
Prepared draft of written submissions to support revision
03:30

03:30– Mentor reviewed and gave inputs on improving legal

04:30 clarity

28.12.2023 – Thursday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM
 Time Duty

09:30–
Attended final hearing in a writ petition involving service law
10:30

10:30– Researched rules under Tamil Nadu Government Servants Conduct

11:30 Rules

11:30–
Drafted legal note on principles of natural justice in disciplinary action
12:30

12:30–
Compiled relevant GOs and circulars for case bundle
01:30

02:30–
Assisted in cross-referencing citations with written arguments
03:30

03:30–
Mentor discussed strategies for public employment litigation
04:30

29.12.2023 – Friday
Time In: 9:30 AM Time Out: 4:30 PM

Time Duty

09:30– Observed special bench hearing on land acquisition compensation

10:30 case

10:30–
Studied the Land Acquisition Act and amendments
11:30

11:30–
Researched case law on fair compensation and public purpose
12:30

12:30–
Drafted synopsis of the case with a legal issue outline
01:30

02:30–
Prepared short note on constitutional challenges to acquisition laws
03:30

03:30–
Mentor feedback on legal writing and summarization techniques
04:30

FORM I INTERNSHIP CERTIFICATE

 Form
II -

Internship Report
I. Student Details
Name: DINESH GANDHI D Reg No: 20BLA1004
II. Internship Details Office:Y. THIYAGARAJAN ADVOCATES
Office Address: 39/121. M.M AVENUE KANCHIPURAM 631591
Duration of Internship:03.06.2024 to 24.06.2024.
 Number of Working Days of Internship: 16 Days (Excluding Sundays and
Holidays) Supervisor Name:Adv. Y. THIYAGARAJAN
III. Self-Appraisal
I am keen to intern under the guidance of Adv. Y. Thiyagarajan to gain practical
exposure to district court proceedings, with a specific interest in the mediation of
land disputes and criminal litigation. His extensive experience in prosecuting
offenses related to criminal cases and navigating complex legal terrains offers a
valuable opportunity for me to deepen my understanding of both the procedural and
substantive aspects of law.
By observing and assisting in ongoing cases, I hope to acquire first-hand knowledge
of courtroom procedures, the application of evidentiary laws, and the nuances of
judicial reasoning. I am particularly interested in how land disputes are mediated and
resolved within the district court framework, and how such alternative dispute
resolution mechanisms coexist with formal litigation.
This internship would provide me with a practical foundation to complement my
academic learning and help me develop the analytical, drafting, and advocacy skills
essential for a career in litigation. I look forward to contributing meaningfully to the
legal work at hand while learning under the esteemed mentorship of Adv.
Thiyagarajan.

SIGNATURE OF STUDENT

Form III - Internship Diary INTERNSHIP DIARY - FOUR WEEKS

Intern Name: DINESH GANDHI D
Week Beginning from 05.06.2023 to 05.07.2023.
Office Name: Special Public Prosecutor Office
Internship Supervisor Name: Adv. . Y. THIYAGARAJAN

Week 1: 3rd June – 8th June 2024

Time In: 12:30 PM Time Out: 7:00 PM

03.06.2024 – Monday

Time Duty

12:30–
Orientation session with advocate and staff introduction
01:30

01:30–
Overview of court procedures and hierarchy at District Court
02:30

02:30– Assisted in organising client case files and reviewing office

03:30 layout

03:30–
Observed client consultation on a property dispute
04:30

04:30–
Learned documentation required for civil filings
05:30

05:30–
Attended court proceedings on a civil suit
06:30

06:30–
Recap discussion with mentor on observed case
07:00

04.06.2024 – Tuesday

Time Duty

12:30–
Reviewed civil procedure flowchart and structure of pleadings
01:30

01:30–
Assisted in preparing a brief for property partition case
02:30

02:30–
Studied evidence submitted in property case
03:30
 Time Duty

03:30– Attended arguments session in court, noted judge’s

04:30 observations

04:30–
Discussed sections of Evidence Act relevant to the case
05:30

05:30–
Prepared case summary with legal points
06:30

06:30–
Mentor feedback and clarifications
07:00

05.06.2024 – Wednesday

Time Duty

12:30–
Studied draft legal notice issued in cheque bounce matter
01:30

01:30–
Learned sections under Negotiable Instruments Act
02:30

02:30–
Assisted in preparing a complaint for filing under NI Act
03:30

03:30–
Visited court to observe criminal proceedings on cheque cases
04:30

04:30–
Reviewed judgments on cheque dishonour with mentor
05:30

05:30– Prepared a note on timelines for legal notice and complaint

06:30 filing

06:30–
Peer discussion and daily reflection
07:00

06.06.2024 – Thursday
 Time Duty

12:30– Reviewed family law pleadings – divorce and maintenance

01:30 cases

01:30–
Assisted in compiling documents for family court submission
02:30

02:30–
Observed family court hearing on maintenance petition
03:30

03:30–
Discussed key legal provisions under Hindu Marriage Act
04:30

04:30–
Researched judgments on interim maintenance orders
05:30

05:30–
Assisted in preparing counter affidavit for family case
06:30

06:30–
End-of-day review with mentor
07:00

07.06.2024 – Friday

Time Duty

12:30– Reviewed consumer protection laws and District Forum

01:30 process

01:30– Helped draft a consumer complaint regarding defective

02:30 product

02:30–
Analysed format and jurisdiction for consumer redressal
03:30

03:30–
Observed consumer forum hearing with advocate
04:30

04:30–
Studied leading consumer case precedents
05:30

05:30–
Organised annexes for filing
06:30

06:30–
Mentor-led Q&A on consumer law topics
07:00
Week 2: 10th June – 15th June 2024

Time In: 12:30 PM Time Out: 7:00 PM

10.06.2024 – Monday

Time Duty

12:30– Reviewed procedural rules under Code of Criminal Procedure

01:30 (CrPC)

01:30–
Assisted in drafting a bail application
02:30

02:30–
Observed argument in a criminal bail matter
03:30

03:30–
Discussed with mentor key ingredients of an effective bail draft
04:30

04:30–
Read recent judgments on bail conditions
05:30

05:30–
Annotated key case points for reference
06:30

06:30–
Mentor feedback session
07:00

11.06.2024 – Tuesday

Time Duty

12:30– Reviewed a case involving motor accident compensation claims

01:30 (MACT)

01:30–
Assisted in calculating claim amount using structured formula
02:30
 Time Duty

02:30–
Observed MACT hearing at District Court
03:30

03:30–
Studied Motor Vehicles Act provisions on compensation
04:30

04:30–
Drafted a summary of MACT proceedings for client
05:30

05:30–
Prepared affidavit to support compensation claim
06:30

06:30–
Clarification on legal presumptions in motor accident claims
07:00

12.06.2024 – Wednesday

Time Duty

12:30–
Examined FIR and charge sheet for criminal case
01:30

01:30–
Drafted response to notice under Section 41A of CrPC
02:30

02:30–
Visited courtroom to observe charge framing process
03:30

03:30–
Discussed framing of charges and legal grounds for discharge
04:30

04:30–
Prepared points for argument against framing of charge
05:30

05:30– Mentor reviewed argument points and explained practical

06:30 strategy

06:30–
Recap and diary entry
07:00

13.06.2024 – Thursday

Time Duty

12:30–
Learned basics of legal drafting – plaint vs written statement
01:30
 Time Duty

01:30–
Drafted a simple written statement in a partition suit
02:30

02:30–
Reviewed key case laws on co-ownership and possession
03:30

03:30– Participated in discussion with senior lawyer on property

04:30 disputes

04:30–
Assisted in attaching legal documents to draft
05:30

05:30–
Analysed possible defences in the property case
06:30

06:30–
Mentor feedback and editing tips
07:00

14.06.2024 – Friday

Time Duty

12:30–
Studied concept of injunctions under Order 39 CPC
01:30

01:30–
Drafted temporary injunction application for ongoing dispute
02:30

02:30–
Attended injunction hearing and noted judge’s questions
03:30

03:30– Discussed urgency and balance of convenience in granting

04:30 injunctions

04:30–
Collected precedents supporting grant of injunction
05:30

05:30–
Prepared checklist for filing injunction documents
06:30

06:30–
Case strategy review
07:00
Week 3: 17th June – 22nd June 2024

Time In: 12:30 PM Time Out: 7:00 PM

17.06.2024 – Monday

Time Duty

12:30– Reviewed domestic violence complaint under Protection of Women from

01:30 Domestic Violence Act

01:30–
Assisted in drafting interim relief petition
02:30

02:30–
Attended court session dealing with domestic violence matter
03:30

03:30–
Discussed court's approach to interim relief and protection orders
04:30

04:30–
Studied key provisions: Sections 12, 18, 19 of DV Act
05:30

05:30–
Researched relevant case law and precedents
06:30

06:30–
Prepared client note on possible reliefs
07:00

18.06.2024 – Tuesday

Time Duty

12:30–
Read over court orders in execution proceedings
01:30

01:30–
Drafted an execution petition for decree enforcement
02:30

02:30–
Observed arguments regarding delay in execution
03:30

03:30–
Discussed with mentor strategies in effective decree execution
04:30

04:30–
Drafted affidavit in support of execution petition
05:30
 Time Duty

05:30–
Analysed provisions under Order 21 CPC
06:30

06:30–
Clarified common objections raised by respondents in execution cases
07:00

19.06.2024 – Wednesday

Time Duty

12:30–
Studied provisions of Hindu Marriage Act for divorce proceedings
01:30

01:30–
Assisted in preparing divorce petition under Section 13
02:30

02:30–
Observed courtroom proceedings in family court
03:30

03:30–
Researched mutual vs contested divorce – legal grounds
04:30

04:30–
Helped draft notice for respondent appearance
05:30

05:30– Mentor explained family court's procedure and timeline

06:30 expectations

06:30–
Prepared document checklist for filing
07:00

20.06.2024 – Thursday

Time Duty

12:30– Analysed cheque bounce case under Section 138 NI

01:30 Act

01:30–
Drafted legal notice for dishonour of cheque
02:30

02:30–
Discussed statutory timelines with mentor
03:30

03:30– Reviewed sample judgments to understand court’s

 Time Duty

04:30 stance

04:30–
Prepared filing checklist for complaint under NI Act
05:30

05:30–
Assisted in compiling supporting documents
06:30

06:30–
Noted procedural compliance before court admission
07:00

21.06.2024 – Friday

Time Duty

12:30–
Worked on reply to a legal notice in a tenancy dispute
01:30

01:30–
Reviewed Rent Control Act provisions
02:30

02:30– Assisted in comparing old tenancy laws with latest

03:30 amendments

03:30–
Prepared written statement for tenant defence
04:30

04:30–
Mentor provided feedback on tone and legal precision
05:30

05:30–
Finalised draft with necessary legal references
06:30

06:30–
Filing preparation and diary updates
07:00

Week 4: 24th June 2024

Time In: 12:30 PM Time Out: 7:00 PM
24.06.2024 – Monday

Time Duty

12:30–
Reviewed final hearing preparation notes in a civil recovery suit
01:30

01:30–
Assisted in compiling list of issues framed and proposed arguments
02:30

02:30–
Observed oral arguments before the civil judge
03:30

03:30– Noted key questions posed by the judge and observed lawyer
04:30 responses

04:30–
Discussed courtroom decorum and advocacy tips with mentor
05:30

05:30–
Prepared a final client briefing note based on hearing outcome
06:30

06:30–
Completed final log entry and mentor feedback session
07:00