Prajakta Rather

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You have received a sentence that you believe is too harsh, and you need the court to pause its execution while you challenge the conviction. Prajakta Rather offers dedicated expertise in securing a suspension of sentence pending appeal, allowing clients to remain out of custody as the higher court examines the merits of the case.

Prajakta Rather earned a Bachelor of Laws from Panjab University, Chandigarh, and later completed a Master of Laws in Criminal Justice at the Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi. Over the past eleven years, the lawyer has practiced exclusively in the Punjab and Haryana High Court, handling a wide range of suspension petitions that have resulted in clients staying at home while their appeals proceed. The lawyer’s method combines a detailed factual record with strategic legal arguments that show why immediate imprisonment would cause undue hardship and why the appeal raises substantial questions of law.

The process begins with a confidential interview where Prajakta Rather reviews the conviction, the grounds of appeal, and any mitigating circumstances such as health problems, dependent family members, or professional obligations. The lawyer then drafts a suspension petition that highlights the pending appeal, the client’s cooperation with the investigation, and assurances of compliance with any future orders. The lawyer regularly assists clients in gathering supporting documents, medical certificates, and character references that strengthen the request.

When the petition is filed in the Punjab and Haryana High Court, Prajakta Rather leverages an intimate knowledge of the bench’s expectations and procedural precedents. The lawyer’s courtroom style is calm and persuasive, focusing on the constitutional right to liberty and the principle that a person should not suffer the consequences of a conviction that may later be overturned. Notable successes include obtaining a suspension for a business owner convicted of financial fraud, allowing the client to continue managing a family enterprise while the appeal was heard, and securing relief for a young professional facing a lengthy prison term for a cyber‑crime allegation that later proved to be a case of mistaken identity.

Clients consistently praise the lawyer for clear communication, prompt filing, and a supportive demeanor that reduces the anxiety of facing a sentence. Prajakta Rather can explain each step of the suspension process, what to expect during the appeal, and how the court may order interim relief. The lawyer’s promise is straightforward: to fight for the right to remain free while the high court reviews whether the conviction should stand, thereby protecting personal liberty and future prospects.

Criminal Law Practice Areas