Nanditha Shetty

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Being served a summoning order, a matrimonial criminal case or a cheque‑dishonour complaint can feel overwhelming, especially when the accusations threaten your personal and professional life. Nanditha Shetty is an advocate who specialises in quashing summoning orders, matrimonial criminal cases and cheque‑dishonour complaints before the Punjab and Haryana High Court in Chandigarh.

Nanditha Shetty brings over a decade of dedicated experience to these sensitive matters. A graduate of Panjab University’s Faculty of Law, the advocate started a career as a junior in a criminal law chamber that handled family‑related disputes and financial offences. Over the years, the advocate developed a niche in challenging orders that are issued without proper basis, helping clients restore their reputation and avoid unnecessary incarceration.

The first step in any quashing petition is a thorough examination of the summons or complaint. Nanditha Shetty regularly assists clients by identifying procedural irregularities, lack of jurisdiction or factual inaccuracies that render the order untenable. For summoning orders, the advocate focuses on whether the notice complies with the procedural rules and whether the underlying allegation has any merit. In matrimonial criminal cases, the approach is to demonstrate that the allegations are either false, exaggerated or stem from personal vendettas, and that the proceeding would cause undue hardship to the family. For cheque‑dishonour complaints, the advocate gathers bank statements, settlement receipts and expert opinions to show that the dishonour resulted from technical errors or genuine dispute, not willful default.

Once the grounds are established, Nanditha Shetty prepares a petition that succinctly presents the facts, cites relevant case law and asks the Punjab and Haryana High Court to set aside the order. The advocate then appears before the bench, delivering clear arguments that highlight the injustice of proceeding with a flawed order. The advocate’s courtroom style is calm and persuasive, ensuring that judges focus on the legal merits rather than emotional narratives.

Success stories illustrate the effectiveness of this approach. In a recent case, a client facing a summoning order for alleged trespass was able to have the order rescinded after the advocate proved that the land in question was under a long‑standing lease, rendering the accusation baseless. Another matter involved a matrimonial criminal complaint that threatened custody of children; the advocate’s intervention led the High Court to dismiss the case, emphasizing the lack of concrete evidence. A third example saw a businessman accused of cheque dishonour obtain an order’s quash after the advocate presented proof of settlement and a banking error, protecting the client’s credit rating.

Clients value the advocate’s proactive communication and the ability to explain each step in plain language. Nanditha Shetty can help you assess the strength of your case, understand potential outcomes and decide on the best strategy to protect your interests. The advocate also coordinates with forensic accountants and senior legal analysts when technical financial evidence is required.

If you have received a summoning order, are entangled in a matrimonial criminal dispute, or face a cheque‑dishonour complaint, do not let the process spiral out of control. Reach out to an experienced advocate who knows how to navigate the Punjab and Haryana High Court’s procedures and can fight to have the order quashed, restoring peace and protecting your future.

Criminal Law Practice Areas