Election Law
Available across India
I help candidates and parties understand election law, avoid mistakes in nominations, and handle disputes or compliance issues so their campaign stays legally safe.
Pricing Guide
Candidate Eligibility & Strategy Consultation
Legal Advisory Scope
- Constitutional Eligibility Check: Assessment of candidate profile against Articles 84, 102, and 173 (Citizenship, Age, Subsisting Contracts).
- Criminal Antecedent Review: Risk analysis of pending FIRs or convictions to determine disqualification probability under Section 8 of the RPA.
- Strategic Roadmap: Guidance on litigating pre-election disputes or structuring campaigns to avoid Model Code of Conduct violations.
Deliverables
- Dedicated Session: One-hour consultation with a senior election law expert.
- Legal Summary: A written key takeaway note outlining the legal position and recommended next steps.
Nomination Filing & Scrutiny Defense
Pre-Nomination Vetting (Form 26)
- Affidavit Accuracy: Legal review of criminal antecedents and pending cases to ensure accurate disclosure and avoid Section 125A penalties.
- Asset Structuring: Advisory on declaring movable/immovable assets to minimize scrutiny objections while maintaining compliance.
- Disqualification Audit: 3-point Constitutional check for Article 102/191 triggers (Office of Profit, Subsisting Contracts with Govt, Insolvency).
- Paperwork Assembly: Compilation of 4 sets of nomination papers including proposer verification to prevent technical errors.
Scrutiny Day Representation
- Physical Legal Counsel: Senior associate presence at the Returning Officer’s (RO) office during the scrutiny phase.
- Objection Rebuttal: Instant legal arguments against rival objections raised under Section 36(2) of the RPA.
- On-Spot Drafting: Preparation of written replies to the RO if rebuttal pauses are granted.
Post-Filing Compliance
- Expenditure Accounts: Guidance on opening ECI-mandated election expense bank accounts.
- Symbol Allotment: Legal aid for Forms A & B conflicts regarding party symbol allocation.
Election Petition: Drafting & Admission Stage
Strategy & Evidence
- Grounds Analysis: Legal opinion on voiding results based on 'Corrupt Practices' or 'Improper Vote Reception' (Section 100 RPA).
- Evidence Collection: Procurement of certified copies (Forms 17A/17C, RO Orders) and EVM data.
- Limitation Compliance: Strict workflow management to file within the mandatory 45-day post-result window.
Drafting & Registry
- Petition Drafting: Preparation of 100-300 page pleadings with affidavits and verification clauses per CPC/High Court Rules.
- Defect Curing: Resolution of High Court Registry scrutiny objections to ensure case numbering.
Court Representation (Admission)
- Senior Counsel Arguments: Representation during initial hearings to establish a prima facie case.
- Notice Issuance: Legal arguments aimed at securing notice issuance to the respondent and Election Commission.
- Scope Note: Covers lifecycle up to 'Framing of Issues'. Trial proceedings billed separately.
About Election Law
Indian election law is tricky - one mistake can end a campaign before it starts. My job is to make the whole process simple to understand and help you avoid the common pitfalls that can trip up candidates and parties.
What I Do
- I break down the legal maze around elections so you know exactly where you stand.
- My focus: keeping you on the right side of the law and giving you the tools to protect your rights during the whole electoral process.
Where I Help Most
- Nomination Paper Scrutiny: Getting your nomination accepted is step one. Aapko savdhan rehna chahiye (you must be careful) with details like age, citizenship, and holding any 'office of profit' - small errors here can lead to disqualification under Representation of People Act.
- Challenging Election Results: If you think the election wasn't fair, I guide you through the election petition procedure - from improper vote counts to corrupt practices. We only build cases where there’s a real legal ground.
- Electoral Compliance Advisory: Kanoon ka palan karna (following the law) is a must from day one. I help with all the dos and don’ts so you’re not stuck with technical violations down the line.
Who I Work With
Candidates, political parties, or anyone tangled up in election issues - I’m here. I handle matters across India, including before the Supreme Court. My aim, always, is to make sure your right to participate is protected, fair and square.
Meet your Expert
Kapil Dixit
62 connects in last 3 months
My Story
We’re Kapil Dixit LLP, but honestly, it’s all about the people here. Started small, grew big because our clients trusted us. You’ll spot Saritha Sharma (Managing Partner) and the rest of our team hustling at our Bengaluru office or sometimes waving our 'Team KDC' flag at crazy places like Kardungala Peak! We love our Karnataka roots—Karnataka Rajyotsavada Shubhashayagalu! (Happy Karnataka Formation Day!)—but our work stretches from Bangalore to the Supreme Court in Delhi. Justice, team spirit, and a bit of adventure—yup, that’s us.
My Work
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