Pramod Tandon

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When a director of a company faces criminal proceedings that could cripple the business, the first instinct is to seek an immediate quashing of the case. Pramod Tandon regularly assists company directors who are confronted with such charges and can help navigate the procedural maze of filing a quash petition in the Punjab and Haryana High Court as well as before the Supreme Court of India. The lawyer holds a Ph.D. in Business Law from the University of Delhi and has over fifteen years of experience defending corporate leaders in high‑stakes criminal matters.

The lawyer’s core practice involves preparing robust quashing petitions that target the legal and factual deficiencies in the prosecution’s case. By conducting a meticulous review of the charge sheet, the lawyer isolates procedural irregularities, lack of substantive evidence, and violations of statutory rights. These findings are then articulated in a petition that asks the Punjab and Haryana High Court to dismiss the proceedings outright. When the High Court’s judgment does not favor the client, the lawyer is prepared to take the matter to the Supreme Court of India, filing a review petition that underscores any material oversights by the lower court.

Success in quashing criminal proceedings often depends on strategic timing and the ability to present a compelling narrative to the bench. The lawyer has a proven record of securing dismissals for directors of multinational firms, saving them from arrest, asset seizure, and reputational damage. In one notable case, the lawyer obtained a full quash of a fraud prosecution, allowing the company to continue operations uninterrupted.

Clients frequently wonder about the practical steps involved. The lawyer can explain the filing process, the preparation of annexures such as corporate records and prior court orders, and the importance of maintaining confidentiality throughout the proceedings. The lawyer also advises on parallel measures, such as negotiating with investigative agencies to limit the scope of inquiry while the quash petition progresses.

Staying abreast of the latest judgments from both the Punjab and Haryana High Court and the Supreme Court of India is a central part of the lawyer’s practice. This continuous learning ensures that every petition reflects the most current legal standards and persuasive authorities. By combining deep corporate law knowledge with aggressive courtroom advocacy, the lawyer provides directors with a fighting chance to protect their businesses and personal liberty.

Criminal Law Practice Areas