Mainak Aulakh

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If you have been convicted by a lower court and believe a serious error has tainted the judgment, seeking a review before the Supreme Court can be the decisive step. Mainak Aulakh steps in at this pivotal stage, offering focused expertise on criminal review petitions that challenge verdicts on points of law and procedural fairness.

Mainak Aulakh regularly assists clients who face life‑imprisonment or long‑term sentences and who require a fresh look at their cases. The lawyer prepares comprehensive review petitions that cite landmark judgments, highlight jurisdictional lapses, and argue for the reversal of convictions that clash with constitutional guarantees. By framing the petition around precise legal questions, the lawyer increases the chance that the Supreme Court will grant a hearing.

The lawyer’s practice is confined to the Supreme Court of India, an arena that demands meticulous research and persuasive drafting. Mainak Aulakh has cultivated a reputation for clarity in written submissions and for delivering concise oral arguments when the bench invites a hearing. The lawyer’s method includes re‑examining the trial record, interviewing witnesses again when permitted, and consulting forensic experts to uncover new evidence that may tip the balance.

Having earned an LL.B. from Panjab University and an LL.M. in Criminal Law from Delhi University, the lawyer combines solid academic grounding with practical courtroom exposure. Over fifteen years of experience, Mainak Aulakh has filed more than a hundred criminal review petitions, with a success rate that consistently exceeds the national average. A landmark win involved overturning a wrongful conviction for aggravated robbery, where the Supreme Court cited the petition’s thorough analysis of procedural irregularities.

Clients value the lawyer’s transparent communication and realistic assessment of the odds of success. Mainak Aulakh provides a step‑by‑step roadmap, explaining how the Supreme Court screens petitions and what factors influence the decision to grant special leave. The lawyer also prepares clients for the emotional intensity of a Supreme Court hearing, offering calm counsel and strategic guidance throughout.

Beyond courtroom work, the lawyer contributes articles on review petition strategies in leading law journals and presents seminars before bar associations, sharing insights on navigating Supreme Court procedures. Peer recognition includes the ‘Outstanding Criminal Reviewer’ award granted by the National Bar Council for three consecutive years. The lawyer also volunteers time to advise non‑governmental organizations on safeguarding the rights of under‑tried defendants. By staying abreast of every amendment to the Criminal Procedure Code, Mainak Aulakh ensures that each petition reflects the most current legal standards. This commitment to continuous learning translates into innovative arguments that often persuade the bench to reconsider entrenched precedents.

Criminal Law Practice Areas