Sister Lucy Kalapura, once barred by church authorities for challenging institutional power, has been enrolled as a lawyer at 60 with the Bar Council of Kerala. Her journey marks a powerful shift from religious resistance to legal advocacy.
The Bar Council of Kerala has issued a show cause notice to lawyer Mohammed Fayiz for including a High Court judge’s official vehicle in his enrollment video, labeling it as misconduct under the Advocates Act, 1961. Fayiz has 15 days to respond to avoid disciplinary action, facing potential legal consequences.
The Bar Council of Kerala has declared July 11 as a “protest day” against the proposed increase in court fees for cases related to negotiable instruments and family court matters. Practicing advocates are urged to wear black badges during court hours to oppose the fee hike, aiming to highlight the challenges faced by lawyers and litigants.
A significant plea has been filed before the Kerala High Court by a lawyer, calling for the enactment of protective legislation to ensure the safety of members of the legal community. This plea highlights the increasing instances of assaults against lawyers, including attacks within court premises, underscoring the urgent need for statutory protection for lawyers. […]
The Bar Council of Kerala, in a resolute move, has declared October 5, 2023, as a “Protest Day.” This decision comes in the wake of the brutal attack on Advocate B.S. Prakash at the Nedumangad Court complex. The incident has stirred significant concern and outrage within the legal fraternity. According to news reports, Advocate Prakash […]