Kirti Dhanasekaran

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If you have been convicted by a trial court and the Punjab and Haryana High Court has upheld the sentence, you may still have options to challenge the judgment. Kirti Dhanasekaran is a skilled lawyer who handles Criminal Appeals and the suspension of sentences pending appeal, offering a pathway to relief while the higher court reviews your case.

Kirti Dhanasekaran completed a law degree with distinction and then served as a legal clerk in the Punjab and Haryana High Court, gaining firsthand knowledge of the court’s procedural nuances. Over the past twelve years, the lawyer has built a reputation for turning around difficult appeals by focusing on legal errors, misapplication of evidence, and violations of procedural safeguards. The lawyer regularly assists clients in filing appeals that argue why the trial court’s decision should be set aside or modified.

One of the most pressing concerns after a conviction is the immediate impact of the sentence. Kirti can help you apply for a suspension of the sentence pending the outcome of the appeal. This request asks the High Court to stay the execution of the sentence until the appellate bench has had a chance to examine the case. The lawyer’s experience includes presenting written submissions and oral arguments that demonstrate how a stay protects the client’s rights and prevents irreversible harm should the appeal succeed.

In the appellate stage, Kirti Dhanasekaran meticulously reviews the trial record, identifies points where the law was misinterpreted, and prepares a brief that highlights these deficiencies. By focusing on constitutional safeguards, procedural irregularities, and precedent‑setting decisions, the lawyer works to persuade the High Court to reverse, amend, or remand the case. Successful appeals have led to acquittals, reduced punishments, and clarifications of criminal code provisions that benefit future litigants.

Clients describe Kirti’s method as thorough and empathetic. The lawyer keeps families informed, explains each step in plain language, and prepares them for possible outcomes. When a criminal conviction threatens your future, Kirti Dhanasekaran can help you navigate the appeal process, seek a stay of the sentence, and fight for a just resolution within the Punjab and Haryana High Court.

Criminal Law Practice Areas