Plea for Minimum Remuneration Guidelines for Young Advocates and Law Interns
Published by barassociation on January 24, 2024 January 24, 2024 In a landmark development, the Punjab & Haryana High Court has recently issued a notice in response to a Public Interest Litigation (PIL) filed by Advocates Vivek Tiwari and Abhishek Malhotra. The PIL seeks standardized stipend and remuneration guidelines from the Bar Council of India (BCI) and the Bar Council of Punjab, Haryana & Chandigarh. This legal battle unfolds against the backdrop of financial disparities faced by young advocates and law interns, prompting a closer examination of the fundamental rights and professional standards in the legal profession. In this overview, we delve into the court’s directive, key requests in the PIL, legal arguments presented, the lack of formal regulations, and the court’s decision, all shaping a narrative advocating for fair Minimum Remuneration Guidelines in the legal realm. Punjab & Haryana High Court Issues Notice to BCI Regarding Plea for Minim...