SILF President Lalit Bhasin said the Bar Council’s decision to allow foreign law firms is premature. He supported the idea but stressed that the Advocates Act should have been amended first for proper implementation.
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.
India is set to permit UK lawyers and firms to enter its legal market, with amended regulations expected by July’s end. The Bar Council of India shared this during a meeting in London. Discussions addressed various issues, including rules for foreign lawyers and firms, disciplinary jurisdiction, and international commercial arbitration. The BCI aims to finalize the regulations to align with the UK-India free trade agreement.