Ishani Sankhla

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You have received a criminal conviction that was affirmed by a lower court, and you believe the Supreme Court of India should examine whether a legal error tainted the judgment. Ishani Sankhla specializes in filing Special Leave Petitions and Supreme Court Criminal Review Petitions that seek such high‑level scrutiny.

A Special Leave Petition (SLP) is the first gateway to approach the Supreme Court. Ishani Sankhla knows how to draft an SLP that succinctly outlines the legal flaw, cites relevant precedent, and argues why the Court’s intervention is warranted. The lawyer can help you understand the stringent criteria the Supreme Court applies before granting leave.

If leave is granted, the matter proceeds to an appeal or a review. Ishani Sankhla regularly assists clients in preparing comprehensive written submissions that focus on the substantive legal errors—misinterpretation of statutes, improper application of procedural law, or reliance on inadmissible evidence. The lawyer also prepares for the brief oral argument, ensuring that the key points are communicated with clarity and conviction.

In addition to SLPs, Ishani Sankhla handles Criminal Review Petitions, which ask the Supreme Court to re‑examine a conviction when extraordinary circumstances exist, such as newly discovered evidence or a breach of fundamental rights. The lawyer can explain the distinction between an appeal and a review, and why the Supreme Court may step in only when the interests of justice demand it.

Ishani Sankhla earned a law degree from a leading institution and has accumulated over eleven years of experience representing clients before the Supreme Court. Early years were spent assisting senior advocates in landmark criminal judgments, providing a solid foundation in the Court’s procedural expectations, drafting standards, and oral‑argument etiquette.

The lawyer’s methodology emphasizes a transparent, client‑centered roadmap. After an initial case assessment, Ishani Sankhla outlines all viable legal avenues, prepares a timeline for filing, and advises on the documents the Supreme Court will require. The lawyer also keeps the client informed about interim orders, hearing dates, and potential outcomes.

Clients frequently highlight the lawyer’s ability to simplify complex legal issues and maintain composure during high‑pressure Supreme Court hearings. Recent successes include securing stays of execution, obtaining sentence reductions where procedural lapses were identified, and achieving full acquittals in cases where the Supreme Court found that the evidence was insufficient to support the conviction.

If you suspect a miscarriage of justice in your criminal case, contacting Ishani Sankhla can provide a clear path toward Supreme Court review. The lawyer can evaluate the merits of a Special Leave Petition, craft a compelling argument, and represent you through every stage of the Supreme Court process, striving to protect your liberty and secure a fair resolution.

Criminal Law Practice Areas