23 Aug 2026 – Lawcutor

Supreme Court Upholds 2-Year Suspension of Advocate for Professional Misconduct; Imposes Costs on Both Parties for Abuse of Process

Background The appellant (client) engaged the respondent (advocate) in 2013-14. She later alleged that he issued a legal notice without authority, disclosed confidential information to the media, and made derogatory…

Supreme Court Modifies 3-Year Bar Practice Rule for Civil Judge Recruitment: Transitional Scheme & Structured Training Introduced

Background In May 2025, the Supreme Court (in the 6th All India Judges’ Association matter) restored a minimum 3 years’ practice at the Bar as an eligibility condition for appearing…

Supreme Court Sets Aside Madras HC Order Directing Demolition of Unauthorised Construction Pending Regularisation Dispute

Background The dispute concerns alleged excess/unauthorised constructions and deviations in the building ‘Indira Arcade’ in Chennai. The appellants (owners of portions from ground to fourth floor) and the first respondent…