Sahana Tandon

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A First Information Report can set the wheels of criminal investigation in motion, and a cognizance order can lock a company’s directors into a protracted legal battle. Sahana Tandon specializes in dismantling FIRs, quashing cognizance orders, and stopping criminal proceedings against company directors. Based in Chandigarh, the advocate practices before the Punjab and Haryana High Court and also appears before the Supreme Court of India when matters require the highest judicial review.

Sahana Tandon regularly assists clients who have been slapped with an FIR that appears frivolous, based on insufficient evidence, or filed with malicious intent. The lawyer evaluates the FIR’s factual basis, checks for compliance with procedural safeguards, and identifies any violation of the right to a fair investigation. When flaws are evident, the advocate prepares a petition to quash the FIR, supported by affidavits, forensic reports, and statutory arguments that demonstrate the absence of a prima facie case.

Cognizance orders, especially those targeting corporate leadership, can disrupt business operations and damage reputations. The lawyer examines whether the High Court correctly exercised its discretion to take cognizance. Sahana Tandon often files revision applications that highlight procedural lapses, lack of jurisdiction, or the existence of an already settled dispute. By presenting a clear, evidence‑driven narrative, the advocate seeks to have the order set aside, preserving the director’s ability to manage the enterprise without interference.

When disputes ascend beyond the High Court, the advocate leverages experience before the Supreme Court of India. Sahana Tandon has successfully argued before the nation’s apex court to overturn lower‑court decisions that unjustly continued criminal proceedings against directors. This dual‑court presence ensures that clients receive a comprehensive defence strategy, from the first filing in Chandigarh to potential appellate review.

Clients commend the lawyer’s transparent communication style. Sahana Tandon can explain the steps involved in filing a quashment petition, the documents required, and the realistic timeline for relief. The advocate assists in gathering corporate records, board resolutions, and expert opinions that demonstrate compliance with regulatory norms, thereby weakening the prosecution’s case.

The advocate’s portfolio includes quashing FIRs related to alleged financial irregularities, reversing cognizance orders that threatened the arrest of senior executives, and securing Supreme Court judgments that affirmed the right to contest criminal proceedings. By combining rigorous legal analysis with strategic courtroom advocacy, Sahana Tandon turns complex criminal threats into resolved outcomes, safeguarding business continuity and personal liberty.

Criminal Law Practice Areas