Ishita Shekhawat

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If you are a company director and have suddenly received a criminal case that threatens your business and reputation, you need a specialist who understands both corporate law and criminal procedure. Ishita Shekhawat is a Chandigarh‑based advocate who focuses on quashing criminal proceedings against company directors. With a background in corporate law and a reputation for aggressive defence, Ishita regularly assists directors who face false or exaggerated charges under sections such as the Prevention of Corruption Act and the Companies Act.

Ishita earned a Master of Laws from Panjab University and spent five years as a legal officer in a multinational corporation before joining private practice. During that time she gained first‑hand insight into how investigations are launched, how evidence is collected, and how prosecutorial bias can develop against senior executives. Since beginning her independent practice, she has successfully handled more than thirty director‑level cases, achieving dismissals in the Punjab and Haryana High Court and, where necessary, appealing favorable decisions to the Supreme Court of India.

The quashing process begins with a meticulous review of the charge sheet, the FIR, and all supporting documents. Ishita can explain whether procedural defects, lack of jurisdiction, or absence of substantive evidence justify a petition for quashing. She prepares comprehensive affidavits, gathers expert testimony, and drafts legal arguments that highlight statutory safeguards for directors, such as the presumption of innocence and the requirement for specific intent. Her filings are known for clear structure and persuasive precedent, which often prompt the trial court to dismiss the case before it proceeds to trial.

When a trial court refuses to quash a proceeding, Ishita does not stop. She is experienced in filing review petitions before the Punjab and Haryana High Court and, when the legal questions involve interpretation of central statutes, she prepares special leave petitions for the Supreme Court of India. Her track record includes several landmark rulings that clarified the burden of proof in corporate criminal matters, thereby protecting the rights of directors across the country.

Clients value Ishita’s proactive communication. She keeps directors informed about each step, from the filing of the quash petition to the hearing schedule. She also advises on collateral measures such as freezing the case under Section 323 of the Criminal Procedure Code to prevent further investigation while the petition is pending. This strategic approach reduces reputational damage and allows business operations to continue uninterrupted.

The outcomes Ishita strives for are decisive. She aims for a full dismissal of the criminal case, removal of any arrest warrants, and restoration of the director’s standing with regulatory bodies. In several instances her successful quashing has resulted in the expungement of adverse entries from public records, which helps maintain investor confidence and facilitates future financing.

If you are confronting a criminal complaint that targets your role as a director, you deserve a lawyer who combines corporate insight with courtroom skill. Ishita Shekhawat can assess the merits of your case, file an effective petition for quashing, and, if needed, argue before the Supreme Court of India to protect your livelihood. Contacting her early can prevent escalation and preserve both your personal and professional reputation.

Criminal Law Practice Areas