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My Fight for Justice: An Advocate’s Personal Mission

byShraddha SaxenaTakes cases across Delhi NCR & Bareilly; Consultations at Mayur Vihar officeStarts from3,500 per consultation sessionView full gallery

I am not just a lawyer in a courtroom; I am a survivor who turned personal trauma into a lifelong fight for truth and justice.

What happened in Kashmir reminds me of the 2010 Bareilly riots, which I experienced firsthand. I saw houses being burned with petrol bombs and my own father was shot. I share this personal story to explain that my fight against violence and for justice is not just professional, it is deeply personal.

I am an accidental lawyer. My dream was to join the army, but an injury changed my path. However, my passion for activism, which began in my graduation days fighting for rape victims, found its true calling in law. This journey has taken me to international platforms like the World Youth Summit, where I continue to be a voice for the voiceless.

People often talk about the misuse of laws by women, but they forget that these laws were created because of widespread crime against women. A woman often endures abuse silently until the water goes above her head. When she finally fights back in self-defense, she is justified.

I have seen female lawyers get trolled for representing an accused party, which is a reflection of our society's double standards. An advocate's duty is to ensure every side is heard so the court can reach the truth. This professional duty is essential for justice, and bullying lawyers for doing their job is an attack on the legal process itself.

As a defense lawyer, I often represent those accused of heinous crimes, including rape. This is not to defend the crime, but to ensure the legal process is fair. Representation is crucial to uncover the truth, whether it proves the case is fake or confirms the guilt of the accused.

About My Fight for Justice

People often ask why I became a lawyer, assuming it was always the plan. The truth is, I am an 'accidental lawyer.' My original dream was to join the army, but an injury changed my path. However, my calling found me earlier—during my graduation, I was already on the ground fighting for rape victims and marginalized women, providing support where none existed. That activism wasn't a choice; it was who I was, and it remains the bedrock of every case I argue in the Supreme Court today.

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