Today, On 29th November, the Supreme Court of India will rule on whether lawyers can also work as journalists, following a case involving Advocate Mohd. Kamran. The Court questioned Kamran’s dual roles, emphasizing the need for ethical clarity. A decision will be made on December 16 regarding potential conflicts of interest in such professions.
The Bar Council of Uttar Pradesh has urged the Supreme Court to transfer Justice Sangeeta Chandra from the Allahabad High Court amid rising tensions following her contempt order against Senior Advocate SC Mishra. The council seeks her transfer and requested she refrain from judicial duties until resolved, reflecting discontent within the legal community.
A plea filed in the Allahabad High Court seeks a health insurance policy for lawyers, citing their significant health risks and financial burdens. The Public Interest Litigation (PIL) highlights the lack of medical insurance coverage for legal professionals and urges the court to order the implementation of a comprehensive health insurance policy.
The Allahabad High Court has directed the Bar Council of Uttar Pradesh to address the backlog of complaints regarding lawyer misconduct in a timely and lawful manner. They emphasized the need for transparency and accountability, urging the council to provide regular updates to complainants and handle cases within a specified timeframe. This move aims to establish an efficient and transparent system for addressing professional misconduct complaints by lawyers.
A Turning Point for Legal Accessibility in India, Supreme Court on Friday has issued notices to the Bar Council of Uttar Pradesh in response to a plea challenging the enrolment fees for lawyers The Supreme Court on Friday has issued notices to the Bar Council of Uttar Pradesh in response to a plea challenging the […]
In a landmark decision, the Allahabad High Court has mandated the Bar Council of Uttar Pradesh to implement a police verification process before issuing a license to practice law. This directive aims to prevent individuals with criminal histories from entering the legal profession by concealing their past during the application process. Also read-Allahabad High Court […]