News Update Andhra Pradesh High Court Dismisses Writ Petition – Consumer Complaints Against Advocates for Deficiency in Legal Services Not Maintainable 11 Jul 2026 The Andhra Pradesh High Court has reaffirmed that a complaint alleging deficiency in service by an advocate cannot be maintained under the Consumer Protection Act, 2019, citing the Supreme Court’s…
News Update… Supreme Court Quashes Advocate’s Inclusion in IBA Caution List – Limits List to Fraud Cases; Reinforces Bar Councils’ Exclusive Disciplinary Role 7 Jul 20267 Jul 2026 The Supreme Court allowed the appeal of advocate Ajay Vijh and directed immediate removal of his name from the Indian Banks’ Association (IBA) Caution List. Background Ajay Vijh, a panel…
News Update Justice Surya Kant’s Remarks on Moral Integrity 8 Sep 2025 Supreme Court judge Justice Surya Kant delivered a presidential address at the 33rd annual convocation of the National Law School of India University (NLSIU) in Bengaluru on September 7, 2025.…
News Update Bar council of India pointed out that Advocates Cannot Simultaneously Practice as Full-Time Journalist 16 Dec 2024 In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India addressed the issue of whether a practising advocate can simultaneously work as a full-time journalist. This question arose in the case…
News Update Supreme Court Considers Reforming AoR Responsibilities and Filing Procedures 7 Dec 2024 On December 6, 2024, the Supreme Court of India extensively deliberated on issues surrounding false statements in remission petitions and the systemic challenges posed by the current practices of Advocates-on-Record…
News Update Supreme Court Dismisses Plea to Bar Politically Affiliated Lawyers from Holding Bar Body Positions 6 Dec 20246 Dec 2024 On December 6, the Supreme Court dismissed a petition seeking to prohibit individuals affiliated with political parties from becoming office-bearers of Bar Associations and Bar Councils. A bench comprising Justice…
