Law Vaarta
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A Hinglish podcast where an Advocate-on-Record interviews Indian legal professionals about their career journeys and the realities of litigation.
Law Vaarta offers a grounded look into the careers of successful Indian litigators, primarily Senior Advocates. Host Shrutanjaya Bhardwaj, a practitioner himself, uses long-form interviews to deconstruct the guest's journey from law school to their current practice. The conversations focus on pivotal moments, early-career struggles, strategic decisions, and practical advice, providing a candid mentorship-style resource for the legal community.
“The show's use of Hinglish makes it accessible, while the host's own legal credentials and personal connections to guests (including his father and former mentors) create a uniquely intimate and credible atmosphere. Unlike purely academic or news-focused legal podcasts, its primary focus is the professional and personal journey of being a litigator in India.”
Who hosts this show
Shrutanjaya Bhardwaj is an Advocate-on-Record at the Supreme Court of India and the founder of the litigation firm Pravah Law. He started his career in 2017 in the chambers of Senior Advocates Gopal Sankaranarayanan and Haripriya Padmanabhan, both of whom have appeared as guests on his podcast. Bhardwaj is also a researcher, writer, and visiting faculty at several top law universities in India, including NLSIU Bengaluru and NLU Delhi. He started Law Vaarta to simplify complex legal issues and make the legal profession more accessible and transparent for students and young lawyers.
Credentials & credits
- Advocate-on-Record, Supreme Court of India
- Founder, Pravah Law
- LL.M., University of Michigan Law School (Michigan Grotius Fellow)
- Visiting Faculty at NLSIU Bengaluru, NLU Delhi, and CLC
- First Rank, Advocate-on-Record Examination (2026)
- Author of articles in the Indian Law Review and NUJS Law Review
Other ventures
- Pravah Law (Founder)
- Visiting Faculty (NLU Delhi, NLSIU, CLC)
- Academic Researcher & Writer
What kind of podcast
- Country
- India
- Region
- india
When new episodes drop
- 01Files and Friends are everything | Ft. Arun Bhardwaj | LitigationTalks Ep.13Jan 9, 2026 · 1h 07m
- 02Go where the work takes you | Ft. Haripriya Padmanabhan and Gopal SankaranarayananDec 31, 2025 · 11 min
- 03
- 04"Ye kin ladkon ko vakeel rakh liya?" | Ft. Dhruv Gautam | LitigationTalks Ep.11Apr 3, 2025 · 1h 12m
- 05Don't take NO for an answer | Ft. Pinky Anand | LitigationTalks Ep.10Feb 4, 2025 · 1h 10m
- 06Shorter Sentences, Longer Runways | Ft. Monalisa Kosaria | LitigationTalks Ep.9Jan 23, 2025 · 53 min
- 07Why Litigate in Delhi (ft. Niti Richhariya, Shivani Vij, Dacchita Shahi)Jan 12, 2025 · 3 min
- 08Across the Border: Litigation in Lahore | Ft. Asad Ullah Khan | LitigationTalks Ep.8Dec 17, 2024 · 1h 22m
Notable episodes
- 01"Credibility is Key" | Ft. Gopal Sankaranarayanan & Haripriya Padmanabhan
The host interviews his own mentors, creating a personal dynamic and offering a deep dive into two divergent, successful career paths in the Supreme Court.
- 02Files and Friends are everything | Ft. Arun Bhardwaj
In a unique episode, the host interviews his own father, a Senior Advocate, about his journey from a small town to practicing in Delhi, providing a multi-generational look at the profession.
- 03Go where the work takes you | Ft. Haripriya Padmanabhan and Gopal Sankaranarayanan
A focused debate between two Senior Advocates on a key career decision for young lawyers: specialize in the Supreme Court or practice in diverse forums.
What you'll be asked on this show
The show is built around interviews. Bhardwaj typically opens by asking guests to recount their origin story—why they chose law and what their early journey was like. He encourages narrative storytelling with broad questions like "Can you give a snapshot of your journey?" and then probes for specific details with short, clarifying follow-ups about timelines, locations, and context ("When did this happen?", "Did your father also have a practice in Chandigarh?"). He is a patient listener, allowing guests to finish long anecdotes before moving on. When interviewing two guests, he acts as a facilitator, explicitly turning the conversation from one to the other to ensure balanced participation.
The format is a one-on-one or two-on-one long-form interview. The host, Shrutanjaya Bhardwaj, maintains a respectful, conversational tone, allowing guests to speak at length without interruption. He often has a pre-existing professional relationship with his guests, which fosters a familiar and candid discussion.
Questions Law Vaarta keeps coming back to
10 cataloguedIf you're going on this show as a guest, expect some version of each of these. Each note explains when Law Vaarta reaches for it.
origin
2- Q.01
“Can you give us a snapshot of your journey from law school to where you are now?”
This is a frequent opening question used to establish the guest's entire career arc as a foundation for the conversation.
- Q.02
“Why did you decide to get into law?”
The host often asks this early on to understand the guest's fundamental motivations for joining the profession.
advice
1- Q.01
“For young lawyers, is there value in taking cases even if the client can't pay?”
He poses this question to senior lawyers to elicit practical advice for those starting their careers.
process
3- Q.01
“Have you stuck to one court or have you diversified your practice across different forums?”
This question explores the strategic choices guests made in developing their litigation practice.
- Q.02
“How did you manage the commute in your early days?”
The host asks this to quantify and add color to the practical struggles of a young lawyer.
- Q.03
“Sir/Ma'am, what about your journey?”
In episodes with two guests, he uses this as a simple and respectful transition to the other person.
personal
4- Q.01
“Did you feel a stark difference moving from your hometown to a big city college?”
When a guest's background suggests it, he asks this to explore the cultural and social shifts in their life.
- Q.02
“Can you give more details about that story?”
A common follow-up used to encourage guests to elaborate on an interesting anecdote they've mentioned.
- Q.03
“What was the language environment like in your school or college?”
This question is used to understand a guest's linguistic background, which is often relevant in the Indian legal context.
- Q.04
“Was your law school batch diverse or did it come from a mostly elite background?”
He asks this to touch upon themes of privilege and the social context of the guest's legal education.
Topics covered repeatedly
Who gets booked here
The show primarily books highly experienced and designated legal practitioners in India, such as Senior Advocates, former Additional Solicitors General, and partners at major law firms. Guests are typically mentors, colleagues, or prominent figures known to the host.
- Arun Bhardwajon Files and Friends are everything | Ft. Arun Bhardwaj | LitigationTalks Ep.13
- Haripriya Padmanabhanon Go where the work takes you | Ft. Haripriya Padmanabhan and Gopal Sankaranarayanan
- Gopal Sankaranarayananon Go where the work takes you | Ft. Haripriya Padmanabhan and Gopal Sankaranarayanan
- Dhruv Gautamon "Ye kin ladkon ko vakeel rakh liya?" | Ft. Dhruv Gautam | LitigationTalks Ep.11
- Pinky Anandon Don't take NO for an answer | Ft. Pinky Anand | LitigationTalks Ep.10
Where to find this show
Audience & reach
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People also ask
- What is the host's real name?
- The host is Shrutanjaya Bhardwaj, an Advocate-on-Record at the Supreme Court of India.
- What is the format of the show?
- It is a long-form interview podcast where the host speaks with one or two guests, typically senior figures from India's legal community.
- Is the podcast still active?
- Based on recent episode dates from early 2026, the podcast appears to be active, though it releases episodes occasionally rather than on a strict schedule.
- What language is the podcast in?
- The podcast is in Hinglish, a mix of Hindi and English, to make legal discussions more accessible.
- Where can I listen to Law Vaarta?
- The podcast is available on the Law Vaarta YouTube channel.
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- [01]The Founder - Pravah Lawpravahlaw.in
- [02]Shrutanjay Bharadwaj - National Law School of India Universitynls.ac.in
- [03]Topper of 2025 Supreme Court AOR exam Shrutanjaya Bhardwaj on how he cracked tough test - The Indian Expressindianexpress.com
- [04]SuperLawyer Interview with Shrutanjaya Bhardwajsuperlawyer.in
- [05]Law Vaarta - YouTube Channelyoutube.com
- [06]Shrutanjaya Bhardwaj - Google Scholarscholar.google.co.in
- [07]Men and matters : Shrutanjaya Bhardwaj, Counsel & Founder, Pravah Law Officesairief.in
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