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Legal Leadership and Community Engagement

byVikas PahwaChambers in Greater Kailash I, New Delhi; Appears in courts across IndiaStarts from₹1,25,000 per sessionView full gallery

Law is not a solo endeavor. Explore how collaboration, mentorship, and a strong fraternity define the standard of practice in the Supreme Court and Delhi High Court.

An insightful morning with Mr. Kapil Sibal and esteemed colleagues at the Delhi High Court. We discussed the evolving landscape of criminal law and our collective duty to ensure justice remains fearless and fair.

A stimulating afternoon discussion on the criminal side at the Delhi High Court. Exchanging views with colleagues on complex topics like money laundering helps us all stay at the forefront of legal developments.

In our favorite place, the Criminal Bar Room of the Delhi High Court. This is where we gather to discuss developments in criminal law and their impact on the country's justice system.

Taking a brief coffee break with colleagues during a busy afternoon at the Delhi High Court. These moments of conversation are essential for collaboration and strategy.

A lighthearted moment celebrating National Popcorn Day in the Criminal Bar Room. Even during busy workdays, small traditions help build camaraderie among colleagues.

Another view of the popcorn celebration with fellow advocates. The bar room is a hub for both serious legal discussion and friendly interaction.

Sharing a moment with a wider group of colleagues in the bar room. A strong and connected legal fraternity is essential for a healthy justice system.

Heartiest congratulations to Mr. Vikas Singh on his election as President of the Supreme Court Bar Association. As a former member of his Executive Committee, I have witnessed his visionary and selfless leadership firsthand.

A photo with the Supreme Court Bar Association Executive Committee. Serving the bar and working for the welfare of lawyers has been a deeply satisfying experience.

A selfie with my fellow SCBA Executive Committee members outside the Supreme Court. We worked frequently and made some monumental decisions, especially during the pandemic.

About Leadership & Community in the Legal Fraternity

The Criminal Bar Room at the Delhi High Court is more than a waiting area. It is a vital hub where we debate shifting precedents, share strategy, and build the professional bonds that sustain us through the most grueling white-collar defense cases. These interactions foster the camaraderie necessary to maintain the integrity of our justice system.

Thirty years of Supreme Court practice. — Approved by the tribe
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Vikas Pahwa

Chambers in Greater Kailash I, New Delhi; Appears in courts across IndiaStarts from ₹1,25,000 per session

I believe that the best legal strategies are forged in collaboration. Whether I am serving on the Executive Committee of the SCBA or grabbing coffee with colleagues in the Bar Room, I value the relationships that keep our profession grounded, effective, and human.

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Speaking at a legal conference. I believe sharing insights from decades of practice is a small step, but a giant leap in our collective knowledge.
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