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Supreme Court Matters
Special leave petitions, appeals and writ petitions before the Supreme Court of India.
DLP's chamber: No. 548, A Block, High Court, Lucknow
What the law says
Most matters reach the Supreme Court through a special leave petition under Article 136 against a judgment of a High Court or tribunal; the Court decides first whether to grant leave. Some statutes give a direct right of appeal. A writ petition under Article 32 can be filed for enforcement of fundamental rights. Under the Supreme Court Rules, 2013, a matter is filed through an Advocate-on-Record. Limitation periods apply to special leave petitions and appeals.
Consultation
Speak to the chamber.
Leave your name, number and a line about the matter. A member of the chamber will call or message you back during working hours.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a special leave petition?
A petition under Article 136 asking the Supreme Court for permission to appeal against a judgment or order. Leave is discretionary and is generally granted where a substantial question of law or grave injustice is shown.
Who can file in the Supreme Court?
Filing is done through an Advocate-on-Record registered with the Supreme Court; other advocates can appear and argue instructed by the Advocate-on-Record.
Can I go directly to the Supreme Court?
For fundamental rights, Article 32 allows a direct writ petition, but the Court often expects the High Court to be approached first under Article 226.
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Writ Petitions
Petitions under Article 226 to the High Court against unlawful action by the State or public authorities.