After Dentons Link Legal, CMS IndusLaw challenges BCI Rules on Foreign Law Firms before Delhi High Court

CMS IndusLaw has filed a plea in the Delhi High Court questioning the Bar Council of India’s Rules that allow foreign law firms to operate in India, calling them unconstitutional and beyond the Advocates Act. The Court has sought clarity from the BCI on approvals from the CJI and Central government.

Delhi High Court Slams BCI Rules Imposing Major Penalties on Foreign Law Firms Without Full Inquiry

The Delhi High Court criticised the Bar Council of India’s rules allowing suspension of foreign law firms based only on a preliminary inquiry, calling them “drastic” and unfair. The Court warned that the BCI must amend the rules or the bench will read them down.

Delhi High Court To BCI: ‘Don’t Decide On Show Cause Notice Against Dentons Link Legal Over Foreign Law Firms Row

Delhi High Court directed the Bar Council of India not to take any decision on its show cause notice against Dentons Link Legal, which is facing allegations of violating rules linked to foreign law firms’ entry.