Prateek Chandramouli

About

I break down legal procedures for regular folks, not just lawyers. You get the real picture of how things work in Indian courts, whether it's paperwork, court orders, or what to expect when starting legal action. No jargon, just straight talk.

Court Orders That Actually Change Things

Stay order is like hitting the pause button on your case - sometimes the High Court, sometimes the local court. Gag orders stop info from leaking out, especially when the media gets nosy. Injunctions and restraining orders are the shield if you need protection, but you have to prove your case is strong and urgent.

Starting Legal Action

You don’t always have to go to the police first. Filing a private criminal complaint directly with a Magistrate is your right if the police aren’t helping. If you want to evict a stubborn tenant, filing an eviction petition is the only legal way - don’t take shortcuts.

Criminal Proceedings: Bail and Lookout Notice

Applying for bail isn’t just paperwork - courts look at the seriousness of the charge and if you’ll run away or mess with evidence. Lookout notices mean authorities are watching exit points so someone can’t just leave the country during an investigation.

The Paper Trail

Affidavits are sworn statements, so getting facts wrong can land you in trouble. Registering agreements (like property deals) makes them enforceable. Wills don’t have to be registered, but doing so makes arguments later less messy.

Smarter Dispute Resolution

Pre-institution mediation for business disputes is encouraged - less drama, more solutions, saves money and time.

No single rule fits all, so if you’ve got a complicated situation, always ask a legal professional. I aim to make tricky legal stuff a bit less intimidating.