Shreya Patnaik

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Imagine you are an Indian citizen living abroad, and a court in Chandigarh has issued a notice that threatens your freedom or your family’s property. You need someone who understands both the complexities of NRI law and the workings of the Punjab and Haryana High Court as well as the Supreme Court of India. Shreya Patnaik is a seasoned lawyer who routinely handles such cross‑border disputes.

Shreya Patnaik specializes in NRI Special Leave Petitions and Appeals. When a lower court or tribunal dismisses an NRI’s plea, the lawyer can file a Special Leave Petition (SLP) before the Supreme Court of India, seeking permission to challenge the decision. Patnaik has filed hundreds of SLPs, navigating the stringent jurisdictional tests and presenting persuasive arguments that highlight constitutional protections, human rights considerations, and the impact on overseas families. The lawyer can explain the procedural steps, draft precise pleadings, and argue convincingly before the Supreme Court benches, often securing a stay or a reversal that restores the NRI’s rights.

In parallel, Shreya Patnaik offers robust defence against NRI property fraud. Many NRIs discover that their properties in India have been illegally transferred, forged, or encumbered while they were overseas. Patnaik regularly assists clients in filing writ petitions, Injunctions, and criminal complaints in the Punjab and Haryana High Court to protect their assets. The lawyer works closely with forensic investigators and title experts to uncover falsified documents, then presents clear evidence before the High Court judges. This approach has resulted in the cancellation of fraudulent mutations, recovery of title deeds, and, in some cases, criminal prosecution of the perpetrators.

Patnaik holds a LL.B. from Panjab University and a Master’s in International Law from the University of London. With more than twelve years of practice focused on NRI matters, the lawyer has served at leading law firms in Chandigarh before establishing an independent practice that caters exclusively to abroad‑based Indians. The lawyer combines meticulous case preparation with a compassionate client liaison, ensuring that every NRI client receives updates in a time‑zone friendly manner. Patnaik is known for drafting clear, concise petitions that anticipate the questions of both High Court and Supreme Court judges, reducing delays and improving outcomes.

Clients repeatedly commend Patnaik for turning seemingly hopeless cases into victories. One NRI client, whose passport had been impounded after a false allegations case, saw the High Court lift the impoundment within weeks, thanks to a well‑structured writ petition. Another client, facing a fraudulent sale of a family farmhouse, received a Supreme Court stay that prevented the sale and later secured a favorable judgment confirming rightful ownership. The lawyer’s success rate in Special Leave Petitions exceeds the industry average, and the litigation strategy consistently aims for swift, decisive relief.

If you are an NRI confronted with a High Court notice, a property dispute, or a dismissed appeal, Shreya Patnaik can evaluate your situation, outline the best legal route, and fight vigorously in the Punjab and Haryana High Court and the Supreme Court of India. The lawyer’s blend of courtroom skill, international perspective, and dedication to NRI interests makes Patnaik a reliable partner for protecting your rights across borders.

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