Today, On 27th September, the Supreme Court fined Advocate Charanjeet Singh Chanderpal Rs.1 lakh for filing a frivolous contempt plea against the Bar Council of India regarding delayed complaints. The court found his arguments weak and emphasized the need for the BCI to expedite complaint resolutions to maintain legal profession integrity.
The Bar Council of India (BCI) released an important notification regarding the registration for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE) XIX. As per this notification, candidates who are in their final year of a 3-year or 5-year integrated L.L.B. degree program and do not possess enrollment certificates are now allowed to appear for the AIBE exam. The Supreme Court on Sept 20 allowed final-year law students to appear in the AIBE which is scheduled to take place on November 24.
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Final-year law students filed a petition in the Supreme Court contesting a rule preventing them from taking the All India Bar Examination (AIBE). They argue that this restriction violates their rights and delays their entry into the legal profession. The petition seeks to invalidate the rule and requests permission for the students to sit for the exam. The case is set for a hearing on September 13, 2024.
The Jharkhand High Court recommended the implementation of insurance benefits for lawyers to provide financial security and support. This decision is based on a Public Interest Litigation highlighting the financial difficulties faced by lawyers, emphasizing the need to safeguard their welfare. Both State and Central governments are urged to take action to protect the lives of lawyers.
The Bar Council of India has called for a joint virtual meeting to address advocates’ strikes in Uttar Pradesh, emphasizing the need to resume court activities. The meeting aims to discuss compliance with Supreme Court directives, grievance resolution, feedback solicitation, continuous engagement framework, and immediate measures to prevent further strikes.
Today, On 10th July, The Society of Indian Law Firms (SILF) has urged the Bar Council of India (BCI) to recognize Indian General Counsel (GCs) as legal advisers and grant them attorney-client privilege. They also advocated for GCs to be included in the list of eminent mediators and arbitrators. SILF emphasized the evolving role and global trends of GCs, seeking clarity and accountability.
The Bar Council of India (BCI) urged the Central government to come up with a medical/health insurance scheme for advocates and their families, and to implement the Advocates Protection and Compensation Bill. In a letter addressed to Union Minister of State for Law and Justice Arjun Ram Meghwal, BCI Chairman Manan Kumar Mishra highlighted issues that affect the welfare and security of the legal fraternity.
The Bar Council of India (BCI) has directed all State Bar Councils to take action against lawyers advertising through online portals, following a judgment by the Madras High Court. BCI specifies strict disciplinary measures and compliance deadlines for online platforms to remove illegal advertisements related to legal services. Failure to comply will result in legal proceedings and penalties.
The SILF has requested the BCI to discuss new rules allowing foreign lawyers and firms to enter India before official notification. The BCI plans to implement these regulations by the end of July. SILF supports the initiative but raised concerns about timing and implementation, urging for discussions before the rules are notified.