Amanpreet Awasthi

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If a lower court has issued a judgment that you believe is fundamentally flawed, the only recourse may be to approach the Supreme Court of India for a Special Leave Petition. Amanpreet Awasthi is a lawyer who regularly files SLPs and handles appeals before the nation’s highest court, focusing on criminal matters that affect personal liberty.

Having graduated with top honors from the National Law School of India University, Awasthi pursued a master’s in Criminal Law and successfully cleared the Supreme Court Advocate Examination. The lawyer then spent eight years as a senior associate in a boutique firm renowned for Supreme Court practice, handling over two hundred SLPs and appeals across a spectrum of criminal offenses. This intensive exposure forged an ability to craft concise, high‑impact petitions that capture the bench’s attention.

Special Leave Petitions are the gateway to Supreme Court review, but the Supreme Court entertains only a limited number of cases that raise substantial questions of law. Awasthi can evaluate whether a conviction involves a misinterpretation of statutory language, a breach of constitutional rights, or a procedural infirmity that warrants Supreme Court intervention. By drafting a focused petition that isolates the core legal issue and supports it with authoritative citations, the lawyer maximizes the chance of the Court granting leave.

When the Supreme Court grants leave, the case proceeds to a full appeal, where the lawyer must present a compelling narrative that convinces the bench to overturn or modify the lower‑court decision. Awasthi routinely assists clients by preparing detailed records, sourcing fresh evidence, and presenting oral arguments that blend legal precision with persuasive storytelling. In a recent appeal involving a severe narcotics conviction, the lawyer secured a commutation of the sentence by demonstrating that the prosecution relied on an illegally obtained confessional statement.

The lawyer believes that client empowerment begins with understanding each procedural milestone. Awasthi meets clients to break down the SLP filing timeline, the criteria for granting leave, and the expectations of an appeal hearing. Written summaries are provided after each filing, and the lawyer maintains a schedule of all Supreme Court dates, ensuring that the client never feels out of the loop. This proactive stance also includes preparing the client for possible outcomes, ranging from full relief to partial modification.

Clients who engage Awasthi often see their SLPs granted within the Court’s stipulated timeframe, and many obtain favorable appellate rulings that overturn wrongful convictions or substantially reduce harsh penalties. The lawyer’s meticulous drafting combined with a strategic focus on constitutional safeguards has resulted in a reputation for success in high‑stakes criminal appeals. While the Supreme Court’s discretion is absolute, Awasthi’s proven track record offers confidence that the strongest possible case will be presented.

An initial, no‑cost consultation is offered to evaluate the merits of your petition and to outline the steps required for Supreme Court relief. By choosing Awasthi, you gain a lawyer who pairs rigorous legal research with a compassionate commitment to defending your rights. Outside the courtroom, the lawyer contributes articles to leading law journals and mentors junior advocates, staying at the cutting edge of criminal jurisprudence.

Criminal Law Practice Areas