Insights & Resources

In litigation practice, the authority of an advocate to act is often taken for granted, with vakalatnamas and authority letters treated as routine paperwork. Yet beneath this apparent formality lies a dense body of law that determines the very legitimacy of representation. Questions of who may sign, how consent is proved, and whether a scanned signature suffices are not clerical details: they cut to the root of agency, evidence, and procedure.

India’s evolving crypto regulations require startups to navigate a complex matrix of tax law, AML norms, data privacy obligations, and consumer protection rules. This insight distils the key legal imperatives—FIU-IND registration, 30% taxation, CERT-In incident reporting, and DPDP compliance—into a strategic roadmap for Web3 founders building in India's regulated VDA ecosystem.

Can AI be a legal person? This article explores liability, agency, and the legal challenges of regulating autonomous intelligent systems.

An in-depth analysis of the EU's AI Act—its key provisions, risk-based approach, and global implications for AI governance.

Explore the regulatory framework and challenges of ECBs, including key risks, approval routes, and compliance essentials.

In criminal cases, especially in economic offences, it is common to see one lawyer representing multiple accused persons. While this may appear convenient, the practice raises serious concerns about conflict of interest, attorney-client privilege, and the fairness of proceedings. This Insight explores why joint representation is problematic, how it can undermine the rights of the accused, and what the legal position on the issue is.

Discover the legal nuances of beneficial ownership, corporate governance compliance, and lessons from the LinkedIn India case.

Special Courts expedite justice in economic offences, addressing complex financial crimes with expertise while navigating systemic challenge