Mridul Venkatesan

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You are an NRI who has received an adverse decision from a lower court in a criminal matter, and you believe the judgment was based on a misinterpretation of law. You need a seasoned advocate who can take your case to the highest court in the country. Mridul Venkatesan specialises in NRI Special Leave Petitions and Appeals before the Supreme Court of India, offering a strategic pathway for relief beyond the High Court.

Mridul regularly assists clients in preparing Special Leave Petitions (SLP) that ask the Supreme Court to review a lower‑court judgment. He examines the record meticulously, identifying points of law that warrant the Court’s intervention, such as jurisdictional errors, violation of constitutional rights, or wrongful application of statutes. By drafting compelling SLPs that highlight these critical issues, he seeks orders that can set aside convictions, modify sentences, or provide other substantive relief.

In addition to SLPs, Mridul handles post‑judgment criminal appeals that target the Supreme Court’s power to correct legal errors. He has secured several landmark decisions where the apex court has clarified important aspects of criminal law affecting NRIs, such as the interpretation of extradition provisions and the application of double jeopardy principles. His work ensures that clients receive the most authoritative legal remedy available.

Mridul earned his LL.B. from the National Law School of India University and completed a Master’s in International Criminal Law from a prestigious university abroad. With more than sixteen years of experience, he began his career assisting senior advocates in Supreme Court matters before establishing an independent practice focused on NRI criminal appeals.

His approach begins with a comprehensive review of all case documents, including the trial court verdict, appellate records, and any relevant statutes. He then meets with the client—often via video conference—to explain the scope of a Special Leave Petition, the likely timeline, and the potential outcomes. Throughout the process, Mridul provides regular written updates that translate legal developments into clear, actionable information.

Clients frequently note his ability to distill complex legal arguments into understandable language and his relentless pursuit of justice at the highest level. He promises to craft a petition that not only meets the Supreme Court’s strict admissibility criteria but also persuasively argues why the Court should intervene in the interest of fairness and legal consistency.

If you are an NRI seeking to challenge a criminal decision that has serious implications for your liberty, reputation, or future, a consultation with Mridul Venkatesan can chart a decisive route to the Supreme Court of India. Leveraging his deep expertise in Special Leave Petitions and criminal appeals, he will work to obtain the relief you need and protect your rights at the nation’s highest judicial forum.

Criminal Law Practice Areas