Saumya Juneja

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When an NRI discovers that a Look Out Circular (LOC) has been issued against them, the sudden alert to border and immigration authorities can freeze travel plans and create intense anxiety. Saumya Juneja is a skilled lawyer who specializes in filing LOC writ petitions and defending NRIs against criminal complaints in India. Working primarily before the Punjab and Haryana High Court in Chandigarh, she offers a focused strategy to lift the circular and protect the client’s freedom to move.

A Look Out Circular is an internal police notice circulated among passport offices, immigration checkpoints, and airline carriers to halt the departure of a named individual. Saumya regularly assists clients by drafting writ petitions under Article 226 of the Constitution, arguing that the LOC is either procedurally flawed, based on incomplete information, or issued without sufficient justification. The petition includes a detailed factual matrix, supporting documents such as passport copies, travel itineraries, and affidavits from employers abroad, and legal precedents where courts have quashed similar notices. By presenting a clear, concise case before the High Court, she seeks an order that directs the issuing agency to withdraw the LOC, allowing the client to resume international travel.

In parallel, Saumya handles criminal complaint defence for NRIs who face accusations ranging from financial fraud to alleged wrongdoing abroad. She examines the charge sheet, gathers forensic evidence, and coordinates with overseas counsel to obtain authenticated documents that support the client’s innocence. The defence strategy often includes filing counter‑affidavits, challenging the jurisdiction of the investigating agency, and seeking interim relief to prevent arrest while the matter is being examined. Her approach emphasizes both legal rigor and practical considerations, such as the impact of detention on the client’s family and career.

The lawyer earned an LL.B. from the University of Delhi and pursued a specialization in International Criminal Procedure at the University of Edinburgh. With more than eleven years of experience, Saumya has appeared before the Punjab and Haryana High Court in over sixty LOC writ petitions and numerous criminal defence matters involving NRIs. Her practice is defined by meticulous document preparation, strategic courtroom advocacy, and an empathetic understanding of the challenges faced by clients living abroad.

Clients consistently commend Saumya for her prompt action and clear communication. In a recent case, an NRI doctor working in the United Kingdom was barred from leaving India after a LOC was issued on allegations of misconduct in a private practice. Saumya filed a writ petition within two days, attached professional licenses, a letter from the UK hospital confirming the doctor’s good standing, and relevant case law. The High Court issued an interim order quashing the LOC, and the final judgment affirmed that the notice was issued without proper verification. In another matter, a businessman faced a false criminal complaint alleging money‑laundering. Saumya prepared a detailed defence, secured bank statements from overseas accounts, and obtained a stay on the investigation. The High Court later dismissed the complaint, citing lack of credible evidence.

If you are an NRI dealing with a Look Out Circular or a criminal complaint that threatens your liberty and reputation, having a lawyer who knows how to navigate the Punjab and Haryana High Court can be decisive. Saumya Juneja blends legal expertise with a client‑focused mindset, promising diligent representation, realistic expectations, and an unwavering commitment to protecting your right to travel and your standing before the law. Choosing her services means you gain a partner who will fight to remove the LOC, defend against false accusations, and secure the best possible outcome for your case.

Criminal Law Practice Areas