Expertise in Criminal & Financial Law
Legal trouble, especially in financial and criminal matters, is stressful. I focus on cutting through the confusion to provide clear, actionable defense strategies that keep you informed and protected.
A selfie before a gathering of lawyers to discuss the global nature of white-collar crime. These cases, involving financial fraud and cyber offenses, often span multiple countries and require a deep understanding of international litigation and arbitration.
Pictured at the Delhi Golf Club after a discussion on white-collar crime. The conversation focused on the increasing complexity of cases involving foreign investors, Indian directors, and extradition battles, which are becoming more common in my practice.
My first encounter with "white noise" was at the Fayette Circuit Court in the US. It's a sound-masking technique used by judges during sidebar conversations. This experience was a small but interesting insight into the procedural differences between Indian and US courtrooms, particularly in criminal trials like those involving the NDPS Act.
About Expertise in Criminal & Financial Law
I don't just file papers. My defense process begins with a detailed pre-call audit of your documents—like FIRs, notices, or Look Out Circulars—to assess immediate arrest risks before we even step into a courtroom. Whether you are dealing with PMLA issues, financial fraud, or complex cross-border extradition battles, I look at the facts first to determine what is actually at stake.
Dealing with White-Collar Crime
Financial and criminal cases rarely stay within one city or even one country. When money flows across borders, so does the litigation. I handle cases involving financial fraud, cyber offenses, and economic crimes where Indian entities are involved in foreign jurisdictions or arbitration. The reality of these cases is that they are complex, and the pressure—especially if you are an NRI or a corporate director—is immense.
My Approach to Defense
I operate on a simple principle: sach kya hai (what is the truth). There is no substitute for hard work and himmat (courage) when building a defense. My work is not about creating drama in the courtroom but about presenting clear, evidence-based arguments that courts can understand.
I handle the following:
- Bail & Arrest Risks: Managing anticipatory bail, transit bail, and addressing Look Out Circulars (LOC) to prevent surprises at immigration.
- FIR Quashing: Drafting and arguing petitions under Section 482 CrPC to challenge false cases.
- PMLA & Fraud Defense: Navigating the specific challenges of the Prevention of Money Laundering Act and financial scams.
- Cross-Border Disputes: Bridging the gap for clients involved in litigation across multiple jurisdictions.
The Process
My focus is on efficiency. I use technology to manage hearings and strategy sessions so that you avoid unnecessary travel. Whether we are in the Supreme Court or local tribunals in Delhi, Mumbai, or Lucknow, the strategy remains the same: we assess the risk, map the evidence, and prepare for every hearing. If you are wrongly accused or trapped in a legal maze, we start by auditing the facts, not just reacting to the noise.
Prachi Pratap
I don’t believe in Latin drama or long-winded legal jargon. Whether it's an extradition worry, a bail matter, or a financial fraud case, I look at the facts and build a defense that actually holds up in court.
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