Madhumita Shekhawat

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When a trusted employee, partner, or family member is accused of misappropriating funds or property, the fallout can be swift and damaging.
Madhumita Shekhawat is a lawyer who focuses on criminal breach of trust defence and can help you protect your reputation and liberty while the case is examined in the Punjab and Haryana High Court at Chandigarh and, if needed, before the Supreme Court of India.

A breach of trust charge arises when someone in a fiduciary position is alleged to have violated that confidence by converting assets for personal gain.
The defence strategy often hinges on establishing the absence of dishonest intent, proving that the transactions were authorised, or demonstrating procedural irregularities in the investigation.
Madhumita Shekhawat regularly assists clients in scrutinising the prosecution’s evidence, challenging the admissibility of documents, and presenting alternative explanations that undermine the claim of fraud.

Shekhawat earned a first‑class law degree from the University of Punjab and joined the bar in 2011.
Over the past thirteen years, the lawyer has defended more than ninety breach of trust cases, achieving acquittals, reductions of charges, or favorable settlements in the majority of matters.
In several high‑profile instances, Shekhawat successfully argued before the High Court that the alleged misappropriation was a result of accounting errors, not criminal intent, leading the bench to dismiss the charges.
The lawyer has also taken a handful of complex disputes to the Supreme Court, securing rulings that clarified the evidentiary standards required for a breach of trust conviction.

The lawyer’s approach begins with a detailed fact‑finding interview.
Shekhawat gathers contracts, bank statements, and internal communications to reconstruct the transaction history.
The lawyer then prepares a concise defence brief that highlights any inconsistencies, lack of mens rea, and statutory exemptions that may apply.
Throughout the litigation, Shekhawat keeps the client informed of each development, whether the matter is listed for hearing in the High Court, transferred to the Supreme Court, or resolved through settlement negotiations.

Clients consistently describe the lawyer as composed, thorough, and relentless in pursuing every viable line of defence.
Reviewers point out Shekhawat’s skill in cross‑examining prosecution witnesses, exposing gaps in the chain of custody, and securing expert testimony that supports a legitimate business rationale.
These efforts have resulted in numerous judgments where the court either dismissed the breach of trust charge outright or reduced it to a civil dispute, sparing the client from a criminal record.
By engaging a lawyer who specialises in criminal breach of trust defence, you increase the chances of a favourable outcome and minimise the long‑term impact on your personal and professional life.

If you are facing a breach of trust accusation, you do not have to endure the process alone.
Madhumita Shekhawat can evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of the case, explain the procedural avenues available in the Punjab and Haryana High Court and the Supreme Court of India, and build a defence that targets the core elements of the prosecution’s case.
The lawyer’s extensive experience, analytical rigor, and proven track record in handling breach of trust matters make Shekhawat a reliable advocate for anyone seeking to protect their rights and reputation.

Criminal Law Practice Areas