Indore High Court Petition Calls for Fair Charges for Young Advocates
A petition has been filed in the Indore Bench of Madhya Pradesh High Court, demanding fair charges for young advocates who are enrolling themselves. The petition claims that these budding lawyers are being charged exorbitantly, violating the provisions of the Advocates Act and Section 24 (1) of 1961.
According to advocate Nimesh Pathak, young lawyers are being charged more than the prescribed fee for advocate enrollment. The State Bar Council rules state that law graduates should pay an enrollment fee of Rs 600, while the Bar Council of India charges Rs 150. However, the State Bar Council is currently charging more than these amounts, which is deemed unlawful.
The petition also seeks to eliminate excessive charges for nomination by the State Bar Council. Young advocates should not be burdened with additional financial obligations during the early stages of their legal careers.
In response to the petition, the double bench of the Indore High Court has issued notices to the State Advocates Council and the Bar Council of India. Both entities have been given a four-week period to reply.
Advocates Lucky Jain and Yogesh Soni presented the petitioner’s side during the hearing. Now, it remains to be seen how the State Advocates Council and the Bar Council of India will respond to the allegations put forth in the petition.
This petition sheds light on the issue of young lawyers being subject to unfair financial demands. The outcome of this case will be closely watched by the legal community, as it could have implications for how enrollment fees are regulated across the state.
The Indore High Court’s decision on this matter will determine whether young advocates will continue to face excessive charges or if a more equitable fee structure will be put in place. As the legal proceedings unfold, it is hoped that a fair resolution will be reached, ensuring that aspiring lawyers are not burdened by exorbitant financial constraints as they embark on their legal careers.
