Research Intern

About the Role

KD Legal LLP is a law and policy advisory firm operating at the intersection of law, technology, and innovation. The firm counsels clients on IT, data, artificial intelligence, intellectual property, and telecom, supporting organizations in navigating the legal and regulatory dimensions of the digital economy.

The Research Intern will support attorneys and policy professionals through structured legal and policy research on technology, data governance, AI, IPR, and telecom regulation. This is a full-time, on-site role located in the Greater Delhi Area, offering close collaboration with the firm’s team and hands-on exposure to live client matters.

Key Responsibilities

• Reviewing statutes, case law, regulations, and policy papers.
• Preparing research notes, briefs, and comparative analyses.
• Summarizing complex legal and technical issues in clear written formats.
• Assisting in drafting client memos, presentations, and internal knowledge resources.
• Monitoring developments in emerging technology policy and digital economy regulation.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Competence with online legal databases and research tools.
• Familiarity with technology industry reports and policy publications is an advantage.

Qualifications

• Strong legal research and analytical skills, with the ability to interpret statutes, case law, and regulatory materials related to technology and data.
• Excellent writing and editing skills, including the ability to draft clear research notes, briefs, and summaries for legal and policy audiences.
• Demonstrated interest in technology law, data protection, AI regulation, intellectual property, and telecom policy.
• Ability to synthesize information from multiple sources, prepare structured arguments, and present findings in a concise, organized manner.
• Strong attention to detail, time management skills, and capability to handle multiple research tasks in a fast-paced environment.
• Comfort working collaboratively in an on-site team setting and engaging with professionals from legal, policy, and technical backgrounds.
• Enrollment in or completion of a law, public policy, or related program.
• Prior coursework or internships in technology law or regulatory policy are beneficial.