Keerthana Sethi

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Being denied a ruling at the high court level can feel like a dead end, especially when the decision affects your liberty or reputation. Keerthana Sethi, a skilled criminal lawyer, offers a second chance through the nation’s highest judicial forum. Specialising in Special Leave Petitions and Supreme Court criminal review petitions, the lawyer navigates the complex procedures of the Supreme Court of India to challenge adverse judgments and seek fresh relief.

Special Leave Petitions, commonly known as SLPs, provide an avenue to request the Supreme Court’s permission to hear an appeal against a final order of a lower court. Keerthana Sethi can help by drafting a concise petition that pinpoints legal errors, jurisdictional lapses, or violations of fundamental rights in the Punjab and Haryana High Court’s verdict. The lawyer then presents compelling arguments before a bench of senior judges, emphasizing why the case merits the Court’s attention despite the normal bar on further appeals. Successful SLPs can pause the execution of an adverse order and open the door to a full review.

When the Supreme Court itself issues an order that adversely impacts a criminal defendant, a criminal review petition may be the appropriate remedy. Keerthana Sethi has experience filing such petitions to contest procedural irregularities, misapplication of law, or new evidence that was not considered earlier. By highlighting inconsistencies and drawing on precedent, the lawyer can persuade the Court to set aside or modify the original decision, thereby safeguarding the client’s rights and potentially overturning a conviction.

Keerthana Sethi earned a first‑class law degree from the University of Delhi and later completed a doctorate in constitutional criminal law from the Indian Institute of Advanced Legal Studies. Over fifteen years of practice, the lawyer has filed more than one hundred SLPs and criminal review petitions before the Supreme Court of India, achieving a success rate of over seventy percent. Notable victories include overturning a death‑penalty judgment in a high‑profile homicide case and securing a stay on a punitive order that threatened a businessman’s assets. Clients consistently applaud the lawyer for meticulous research, clear articulation of legal issues, and steadfast advocacy in the country’s most demanding courtroom.

During the initial consultation, Keerthana Sethi reviews all case documents, identifies potential grounds for a special leave petition, and outlines a realistic timeline for the Supreme Court process. The lawyer explains the costs, the likely stages of hearing, and the strategic choices available, such as opting for a written submission versus an oral argument. By keeping the client informed at each step, the lawyer ensures transparency and reduces the anxiety that often accompanies long‑standing litigation.

If you have received an unfavorable order from the Punjab and Haryana High Court or a Supreme Court direction that threatens your liberty, property, or professional standing, an early engagement with Keerthana Sethi can turn the tide. The lawyer will assess whether a Special Leave Petition or a criminal review petition is the most effective route, prepare a robust filing, and represent you before the Supreme Court of India with diligence and precision. Choosing a lawyer with a proven track record in the nation’s apex court maximises the chances of reversing an adverse decision and restoring your legal rights.

Criminal Law Practice Areas