Jharkhand CM launches the Chief Minister Advocate Health Insurance Scheme, ensuring social security for state lawyers. “Jharkhand becomes the first state to secure advocates’ future,” said the CM at the historic event.
Today, On 24th February, The Supreme Court refused to hear a plea challenging the Rs.3,500 fee for the All India Bar Examination (AIBE). The court noted that it has already set limits on enrolment fees charged by State Bar Councils and the Bar Council of India (BCI). Imposing more restrictions could financially strain these bodies. The ruling highlights the necessity of maintaining bar councils’ financial stability.
The Bar Council of India (BCI) initiated a nationwide verification process for advocates in response to increasing cases of fake law degrees. This step aims to uphold the integrity of the legal profession by identifying and eliminating fraudulent practitioners. The BCI emphasized the importance of ensuring that only qualified and genuine advocates practice law in India.
The Supreme Court has issued a notice on a PIL regarding inadequate representation of women, queer individuals, persons with disabilities, and marginalized communities in the Bar Council of India and State Bar Councils. The petitioner urged recognition and addressed disproportionate representation, emphasizing the need for proportional representation in these councils for a more equitable legal profession.
The Supreme Court today seeks Bar Council of India’s response to JustDial’s appeal against a Madras High Court ruling on lawyer advertisements. The Court emphasized compliance with Advocates Act and BCI regulations. JustDial argued for its role as a directory service. BCI had issued removal notice to comply with the High Court’s order. Supreme Court awaits BCI’s response.
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The Supreme Court today has mandated that State Bar Councils and the Bar Council of India cannot charge lawyers more than Rs 600 for enrolment fees, in accordance with Section 24(1)(f) of the Advocates Act. This decision aims to make the enrolment process accessible and affordable, consistent with the Act. The ruling allows charges for legal aid services, but not during enrolment.
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.
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Today, On 26th June, The Bar Council of India urged the suspension of new criminal laws amid nationwide protests, emphasizing the need for careful reconsideration due to public dissent. Legal experts have expressed serious concerns about the potential threats to fundamental rights and democratic principles. The BCI plans to engage with the government and appeal for temporary halting of protests for dialogue.
Today, 22nd April, The Supreme Court set a maximum advocate enrollment fee at Rs. 600 to standardize the process and promote fairness. This decision addresses financial challenges faced by marginalized communities and aims to ensure accessibility and transparency. The move sparked a wider discussion about the barriers to legal practice and could influence future legal education and practice.
The Supreme Court of India has taken the initiative to transfer to itself the petitions currently pending in the High Courts of Kerala, Madras, and Bombay. These petitions challenge the enrolment fee charged by State Bar Councils. The order was passed by a bench comprising CJI DY Chandrachud, Justice PS Narasimha, and Justice Manoj Misra, […]
