Janani Joshi

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Suppose you are an NRI who learns that a Look Out Circular (LOC) has been issued against you, restricting travel and threatening arrest at any point of entry into India. Or perhaps you have discovered that a property you purchased abroad has been fraudulently transferred to another party, leaving you stranded with legal and financial loss. In both situations, timely and knowledgeable legal intervention is essential. Janani Joshi, a dedicated lawyer operating from Chandigarh, specializes in confronting these exact challenges before the Punjab and Haryana High Court and regularly assists clients in protecting their rights and assets.

Look Out Circulars are a powerful tool used by Indian authorities to prevent an individual from leaving the country while investigations are underway. Janani Joshi has built a reputation for swiftly filing writ petitions that contest the validity of an LOC, arguing procedural lapses, lack of substantive evidence, or jurisdictional errors. The lawyer’s meticulous preparation includes gathering documents from overseas, securing affidavits, and presenting a clear narrative that demonstrates the client’s non‑involvement in the alleged offence. Successful petitions have resulted in the immediate quashing of LOCs, allowing clients to travel for work, medical treatment, or family emergencies without the fear of detention.

Property fraud can devastate NRIs who depend on distant registrars and intermediaries to manage their real‑estate holdings. Janani Joshi focuses on NRI property fraud defence, examining title documents, identifying forged signatures, and tracing the flow of illicit funds. The lawyer works closely with forensic accountants and registry officials to file injunctions that freeze the disputed assets. By presenting a comprehensive case before the Punjab and Haryana High Court, the lawyer has secured reversals of fraudulent transfers, restoration of rightful ownership, and, in several instances, compensation for losses incurred during the fraud.

Combining expertise in LOC writ petitions with deep knowledge of property fraud defence gives Janani Joshi a unique advantage. The lawyer understands how travel restrictions can intersect with property disputes, especially when frozen assets are used as leverage in criminal investigations. By coordinating both fronts, the lawyer creates a strategic defence that not only lifts the LOC but also safeguards the client’s investments. This holistic method has earned commendations from clients who have faced simultaneous legal pressures, reporting a sense of relief as the lawyer unravels complex cross‑border issues.

Clients frequently highlight the lawyer’s proactive communication, noting prompt updates across time zones and clear explanations of each procedural step. Several NRI families have shared that the lawyer’s strategic filings not only halted wrongful travel bans but also prompted authorities to return seized documents and revert unauthorized property transfers. Such outcomes reflect Janani Joshi’s reputation for turning intricate legal adversity into actionable relief, reinforcing confidence that NRIs can defend their rights effectively, even from continents away.

Criminal Law Practice Areas