Today, On 10th November, The Supreme Court directed that all state bar council elections be conducted under the supervision of retired high court judges, highlighting a trust deficit in the Bar Council of India and emphasising the need for transparency and fairness in the electoral process.
The Delhi High Court raised concerns about non-lawyers representing people in consumer cases. It stressed that only qualified legal professionals should handle such cases to maintain the fairness of the judicial process. The court’s view is to ensure consumer matters are dealt with by trained experts. This highlights the importance of following proper legal standards in representation.
Today, On 16th December, the Bar Council of India informed the Supreme Court that practicing advocates cannot work full-time as journalists, citing Rule 49 to prevent conflicts of interest. The court and petitioner acknowledged this stance, emphasizing the necessity for advocates to focus solely on their legal responsibilities to maintain professional integrity and public trust.
The Supreme Court of India set to hear a petition challenging the mandatory requirement for lawyers to wear black coats, citing unsuitability for the hot climate. The petitioner calls for alternative dress code options to accommodate diverse climatic conditions. The petition seeks exemptions during summer months and a committee to study the health impacts.
The Madhya Pradesh High Court dismissed the petition by the High Court Advocates Bar Association for separate recognition. The court stressed that existing bar associations adequately address the objectives and welfare schemes outlined in relevant legislation. It emphasized the need for substantive justifications when seeking separate recognition, particularly when current frameworks suffice.
A group of Delhi-based lawyers has approached the Delhi High Court, contesting a groundbreaking notification by the Bar Council of India (BCI) that greenlights the entry of foreign law firms and legal practitioners into India. This petition, spearheaded by Advocates Narendra Sharma, Arvind Kumar Bajpai, Siddharth Srivastav, Ekta Mehta, Arvind Kumar, Sanjeev Sareen, Harish Kumar […]