Dr. J.M. Mallikarjunaiah is the Principal at KLE Law College. He has done B.A., B.Ed., and LL.B. from Gulbarga University and completed LL.M. and Ph.D. from Karnataka University. He has served as Lecturer at S.C. Nandimath Law College, Bagalkot, B.V. Bellad Law College, Belgaum, and V.S. Law College, Bellary. Currently, he has been serving as the Principal of KLE Law College, Bengaluru from 2002 till date. He has total 22 years of teaching experience. He has guided more than eight students for the LL.M. dissertation. He is the visiting faculty member to the MBL program at the National Law School of India University, Bangalore. He has participated in and presented several papers on law topics at various National and International conferences/symposiums/seminars etc. He has published 7 articles in various reputed journals like Indian Bar Review, Cochin University Law Review, etc. He has also received CSR Award for Excellence as Eminent Director of the Leading Institute of Law by Competition Success Review Publishing House in 2020.

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You have held key positions at education institutes throughout your professional career. What are the key factors that keep you connected with the education sector?

As the principal of KLE Law College, I am passionate about providing quality education to our students and preparing them for successful careers in the legal field. One of the key factors that keep me connected with the education sector is the opportunity to make a positive impact on the students’ lives and help them to achieve their goals. Seeing our students succeed and go on to make significant contributions to society is incredibly rewarding. Another factor that keeps me connected with the education sector is the constantly evolving nature of the legal profession. As new laws and regulations are introduced, it is essential to stay updated and adapt our curriculum to ensure that our students are well prepared for the challenges they will face in their careers. This requires a commitment to ongoing learning and professional development, which is another aspect of the education sector that I find fulfilling. Finally, I am also motivated by the sense of community within the education sector. Collaborating with other educators and institutions to share best practices and develop innovative approaches to teaching and learning is both inspiring and intellectually stimulating. Overall, these factors keep me connected with the education sector and committed to providing the best possible educational experience for our students.

How does the curriculum of KLE Law College, ensure the best practice of industry?

In addition to conventional programs of LL.B. and B.A.LL.B. in the initial years of KLE Law College, other programs like B.B.A.LL.B., and B.Com.LL.B. suitable to industry, also commenced. KLE Law College has also harnessed autonomy and has introduced important courses to bridge the gap between curricula and industry needs. To name a few, courses like Strategic Management and Start-up Ecosystems for Management and Commerce students, and Legal Research, IPR, Business and Trade Law, and IT Law for law students. Industry visits, iconic personalities visiting the college for important events, and guest lectures and talk shows by notable personalities add to the glory of the college.

Any insights into how your college could be more welcoming to students of different races or economic backgrounds?

The student community encompasses budding lawyers from 29 different states. This is a testimony to the fact of diversity inclusion in KLE Law College. Students from North Eastern states, Union territories, and outside the country also add to the diverse folklore. Our college caters to the student community across the country from local to global levels with facilitated scholarships and freeship, for instance, 50% fee concession is given to social and economically backward candidates and other economically weaker sections on case to case basis.

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What would you like people to know about your college they may not know?

Unlike National Law Schools and top-right universities, while catering to the focused needs of the student community, the college operates on multi-faceted goals like catering to the needs of trial advocacy, constitutional advocacy and corporate employment and higher education. Academics are considered important; it is ensured through experiential learning in an environment fostered by OBE (Outcome Based Education) with creative continuous environments. Co-curricular activities, extracurricular activities and sports are given equal importance.

Any suggestions you would like to give to the current youth and the aspiring students?

I would like to suggest students to develop a strong work ethic and stay informed. Keep up with legal news and developments by reading legal publications, attending seminars and conferences and networking with legal professionals. Develop critical thinking skills, build a strong network, and seek out to mentors as mentors can provide valuable guidance, advice and support as you navigate your career. By following these suggestions, current youth and aspiring students can position themselves for success in the legal profession and achieve their goals.