Nilesh Awasthi

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A lower court has rendered a decision that you believe undermines your legal rights, and you need to take the matter to the Supreme Court of India. The procedure involves filing a transfer petition, a special leave petition, or a criminal review petition—each demanding precise drafting and strategic insight. Nilesh Awasthi provides that expertise, turning a complex appellate journey into a manageable process.

Nilesh Awasthi focuses on Supreme Court transfer petitions, special leave petitions and appeals, as well as criminal review petitions. With more than sixteen years of experience before the Supreme Court of India, the lawyer has become adept at identifying the legal questions that warrant the court’s intervention. Nilesh Awasthi regularly assists clients in preparing transfer petitions that request the shift of a case from a state high court to the Supreme Court, citing jurisdictional conflicts or the need for uniform interpretation of law. The lawyer also drafts special leave petitions (SLPs) that seek the Court’s permission to hear an appeal, highlighting errors of law, substantial injustice, or matters of public importance.

When a criminal conviction has already been handed down, Nilesh Awasthi can file a criminal review petition, asking the Supreme Court to examine whether the lower court erred in applying the law or in procedural safeguards. The lawyer explains how the Supreme Court scrutinises the record, the legal arguments, and any alleged miscarriage of justice. By presenting concise, well‑structured submissions, Nilesh Awasthi increases the likelihood that the Court will grant leave and schedule a hearing.

Clients commend Nilesh Awasthi for meticulous preparation and decisive courtroom performance. In a recent transfer petition, the lawyer successfully moved a complex environmental litigation case to the Supreme Court, resulting in a landmark judgment that shaped national policy. In another SLP, Nilesh Awasthi secured leave to appeal a high‑court disqualification order, leading to a reversal that restored the client’s professional standing. Reviews emphasize the lawyer’s ability to demystify Supreme Court procedures and keep clients informed throughout the lengthy appellate timeline.

If you need to challenge a lower‑court decision through a transfer petition, special leave petition, or criminal review petition, Nilesh Awasthi can help you navigate the rigorous standards of the Supreme Court of India. The lawyer’s extensive experience turns a daunting legal hurdle into a clear, actionable plan, aiming for a decisive and favourable outcome for your case.

Criminal Law Practice Areas