Criminal Defence
Providing legal representation to individuals accused of criminal offenses at all stages of the criminal justice process, from Complaints to Police investigation to trial and appeal. This includes defending clients facing charges such as
- Offenses against the person (e.g., assault, homicide, sexual offenses)
- Property crimes (e.g., theft, robbery, burglary)
- White-collar crimes (e.g., fraud, embezzlement, money laundering)
- Drug offenses
- Cybercrimes
- Offenses under special laws (e.g., Prevention of Corruption Act, Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act)
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Bail and Pretrial Advocacy
Assisting clients in securing pretrial release on bail or anticipatory bail, representing them in bail hearings before courts, and advocating for favourable bail conditions.
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Criminal Investigations
Advising clients on their rights during police investigations, representing them during police interrogations, and challenging illegal or unconstitutional investigative practices.
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Criminal Trials
Representing clients in criminal trials before trial courts, presenting evidence, examining witnesses, cross-examining prosecution witnesses, and making legal arguments to defend the accused.
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Appellate Advocacy
Handling appeals in higher courts (e.g., High Courts, Supreme Court) on behalf of clients who have been convicted or acquitted at the trial court level, challenging trial court judgments on legal grounds or factual errors
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Plea Bargaining and Negotiations
: Negotiating with prosecutors for plea bargains or favourable settlements on behalf of clients to resolve criminal charges through negotiated agreements, where applicable.
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Extradition and International Criminal Law
Advising clients on extradition matters, representing them in extradition proceedings, and handling cases involving international criminal law issues, including cross-border crimes and extradition treaties.
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Victim Representation
Representing victims of crime in criminal proceedings as private prosecutors or assisting them in asserting their rights as per the Victim Compensation Scheme and other legal provisions.
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Juvenile Justice
Representing juveniles accused of criminal offenses in juvenile justice boards and advocating for their rights and rehabilitation under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act.
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Criminal Appeals and Review Petitions
Filing appeals, revisions, and review petitions on behalf of clients to challenge unfavourable judgments, seek remedies, or rectify errors in the judicial process.
