5th HPNLU National Moot Court Competition, 2024
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BCI prohibits usage of ‘Indian’, ‘National’ and other terms of ‘national significance’ in legal events/moots without necessary approval
‘The false impression created by usage of terms such as ‘National’, ‘Indian’, etc. can distort participants’ understanding of the event’s stature and authority, leading them to believe that they are attending a government-sanctioned event.’
BCI directs Firms, Senior Advocates, Advocates to pay minimum stipend to Junior Advocates
Junior Advocates in urban areas will be paid a minimum stipend of Rs.20000 p.m.
Bar Council of India cannot ostensibly pass any gag order which takes away an Advocate’s fundamental right: Karnataka HC
The Court further stated that power of the Courts either competent Civil Court or Constitutional Court cannot be permitted to be usurped by the Chairman of the Bar Council of India, as was done in the instant case.
Till BCI’s decision is pending, complaints against Advocates will be entertained only on fee of Rs 1750: Uttaranchal HC halts fee hike to Rs 5500
Regarding the 20 complainants, who paid Rs 5500 towards fee, the Court stated that the Bar Council of Uttarakhand will have to take steps to return the remaining amount after deducting Rs 1750 from Rs 5500.
Supreme Court passes interim order allowing final-year law students to appear in the All-India Bar Exam, 2024
It is to be noted that 5-Judge Bench of the Supreme Court in Bar Council of India v. Bonnie Foi Law College, 2023 SCC OnLine SC 130, had suggested that final-year law students could be allowed to take AIBE.
Presidency University | 4th National Moot Court Competition 2024
Presidency University, Bengaluru, is a premier educational institution dedicated to providing high-quality education through innovative and research-oriented teaching methods
Lawyer involved in forging rental agreement is liable to be prosecuted for misconduct under Advocates Act and BCI Rules; Madras HC issues directions
“The Bar Council has to maintain professional standards and in the event of any complaint of misconduct, actions are to be initiated.”
1st National Civil Trial Advocacy Competition 2024-25
School of Law, CHRIST (Deemed to be University), Bangalore is hosting the 1st edition of the National Civil Trial Advocacy Competition 2024-25 (NCTAC) from the 24th to 26th September 2024.
RGNUL | Applicability of International Space Law: Indian Perspective — Commemoration of National Space Day
In order to commemorate the maiden National Space Day, Centre for Advanced Study in International Humanitarian Law (CASH), RGNUL is organising a
Bar Councils cannot charge more than amount specified under S. 24 of Advocates Act as enrolment fees: Supreme Court
Supreme Court declared that the judgment would have a prospective effect, thus the Bar Councils are not required to refund the enrolment fees collected more than the statutory amount so far.
BCI bans illegal solicitation of legal services by lawyers on online portals after Madras HC decision
“The Madras High Cour had remarked that the process of delivery of Justice is strongly based on the Constitution, and lawyers being the upholders of law cannot treat the profession as a business.”
Madras HC directs Bar Councils to initiate disciplinary proceedings against Advocates advertising and soliciting work through Online Service Providers
“Branding culture in the legal profession is detrimental to society. Ranking or providing customer ratings to lawyers is unheard of and demeans the ethos of the profession. Professional dignity and integrity must never be compromised especially in the legal profession.”
Delhi High Court sets aside detention of LLB Student due to attendance shortage for medical reasons; Directs DU to readmit
Psoriasis is a skin disease which often takes grotesque forms, it can result in deep embarrassment for the afflicted person. A perusal of photographs that the appellant has placed on record shows that a large part of his body was infected. Thus, it would be unwise for anyone to underplay the seriousness of the disease, or the discomfort that it can cause to an afflicted person. Itching is a peculiar feature of the disease, which can lead to extreme discomfort.
RGNUL| DevRev Online Contract Drafting Competition, 2024 [Register by June 15, 2024]
ABOUT RAJIV GANDHI NATIONAL UNIVERSITY OF LAW, PUNJAB The Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law, Patiala (RGNUL) is an autonomous National Law
SGT University| Faculty Development Programme (FDP) [June 3rd to June 8th, 2024]
SGT University is announcing its Faculty Development Programme (FDP) in online mode scheduled from June 3rd to June 8th, 2024. This programme is designed to equip academicians and professionals with the latest legal trends teaching methodologies, innovative research techniques, and overall professional growth to enhance their pedagogical skills and professional growth.
Karnataka HC directs Bar Council of India to update its website to reflect the current status of affiliated law colleges/universities
The Court was perusing a writ petition filed by BMS College of Law wherein they had submitted that BCI’s website was not updated regarding the College’s current affiliation status.
RGNUL CASH National Essay Writing Competition on International Criminal Law [Submit by April 30, 2024]
ABOUT RGNUL The Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law (RGNUL), Punjab was established by the State Legislature of Punjab by passing the
National Trial Advocacy Competition by Amity University Rajasthan | April 25th – 26th, 2024 [Register by April 9, 2024]
1. About the Competition: The Moot Court Society (MCS) of Amity School of Law, Amity University Rajasthan is organizing the National Trial
Call for Papers | Aanvikshiki: A Seminar on Kautilya’s Arthashastra [Submit by April 17, 2024]
ABOUT RGNUL The Rajiv Gandhi National University of Law (RGNUL), Punjab, was established by the State Legislature of Punjab by passing the