Rohit Bhatt

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You have been summoned by the Punjab and Haryana High Court with a Look‑Out Circular (LOC) hanging over your passport. The uncertainty of travel restrictions can be overwhelming, especially when you are living abroad and need to manage family or business commitments. Rohit Bhatt is the lawyer who can step in at this critical moment.

Rohit Bhatt focuses on Look‑Out Circular writ petitions and NRI criminal appeals filed before the Punjab and Haryana High Court. He has built a reputation for turning LOC challenges into successful outcomes by filing precise writ petitions that question the procedural basis of the circular and demand its revocation. In recent years, he has successfully obtained the quashing of LOCs for dozens of NRI clients, allowing them to travel without fear of arrest upon arrival.

When an NRI client faces a criminal charge that originates in India, Rohit Bhatt regularly assists with appeals that take the case from the trial court to the High Court. He prepares comprehensive appeal briefs, highlights evidentiary gaps, and argues for the application of favourable precedent. His deep familiarity with the High Court’s procedural rules lets him file timely and technically sound appeals, often resulting in reduced sentences or outright dismissals.

Rohit Bhatt earned his law degree from Panjab University and completed a postgraduate specialization in criminal law at the National Law School of India. Over the past fifteen years he has served as a junior under a senior advocate before establishing his own practice in Chandigarh. He is fluent in English, Hindi, and Punjabi, which lets him communicate effectively with NRIs and local officials alike. Clients appreciate his systematic approach: he conducts a detailed case audit, outlines a step‑by‑step strategy, and keeps the client informed at every stage.

Clients describe Rohit Bhatt as tenacious and pragmatic. One NRI client noted that the lawyer’s ability to negotiate with the police and the court reduced a potential five‑year sentence to a suspended term. Another praised his swift action in filing an LOC writ petition that cleared a passport within ten days. The lawyer’s track record shows a pattern of securing relief for clients who feel trapped by distant legal systems.

If you are an NRI facing an LOC or a criminal appeal, Rohit Bhatt can explain the procedural options, prepare a robust petition, and represent you confidently before the Punjab and Haryana High Court. His dedication to protecting the rights of Indians abroad makes him a reliable advocate for those who need to restore freedom of movement and safeguard their future.

Criminal Law Practice Areas