Amey Srivastava

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Being convicted of a serious offence such as murder or drug trafficking can shatter a family’s future, especially when the trial judgment appears to contain legal flaws. When the only remaining avenue is the apex court, filing a Special Leave Petition or a Criminal Review Petition becomes crucial. Amey Srivastava, a focused criminal advocate based in Chandigarh, regularly assists clients in navigating these Supreme Court remedies, aiming to overturn wrongful convictions or mitigate severe sentences.

Special Leave Petitions serve as the gateway to the Supreme Court when all other appellate remedies have been exhausted. Amey Srivastava has spent more than sixteen years mastering the drafting of concise, fact‑driven SLPs that pinpoint jurisdictional errors, misapplication of law, or new evidence that could alter the verdict. The lawyer’s approach includes a thorough re‑examination of trial records, identification of procedural lapses, and the preparation of compelling annexures that meet the Supreme Court’s stringent formatting standards. Recent filings have resulted in stays of execution and, in several instances, full reversals of convictions that previously seemed unassailable.

Criminal Review Petitions are the next line of defence when a Supreme Court order itself contains a legal oversight or when new material evidence emerges after the judgment. Amey Srivastava routinely files such petitions, drawing on a deep understanding of Article‑32 jurisdiction and the Court’s precise criteria for granting review. The lawyer meticulously assembles fresh forensic reports, expert testimonies, and statutory interpretations to demonstrate that the original decision was fundamentally flawed. Successful review petitions have led to the Supreme Court setting aside conviction orders, remanding cases for fresh trials, or clarifying misunderstood legal provisions.

Although the Supreme Court sits in New Delhi, Amey Srivastava’s practice in Chandigarh ensures a close connection to the Punjab and Haryana High Court, where many of the original trials take place. The lawyer maintains a comprehensive file system that captures every High Court filing, evidence exhibit, and judgment excerpt, streamlining the transition to a Supreme Court petition. Clients appreciate the lawyer’s ability to explain how the High Court’s findings interact with Supreme Court precedents, removing confusion and building confidence that the appeal strategy is coherent and well‑grounded.

Amey Srivastava places a strong emphasis on transparent communication. At the outset, the lawyer provides a concise briefing of the petition’s scope, outlines realistic timelines, and explains the potential outcomes without resorting to legal jargon. Throughout the litigation, the lawyer sends regular updates after each hearing, summarising the bench’s observations and any next steps required. This open dialogue helps clients stay focused on the overarching goal of achieving justice while reducing the anxiety that often accompanies prolonged legal battles.

Srivastava earned an LL.B. from Guru Nanak Dev University and later completed an LL.M. in Criminal Law from the National Law School of India University. Early in the career, the lawyer served as a research associate to a senior Supreme Court advocate, gaining invaluable exposure to high‑court pleading techniques. Over the years, the lawyer has filed more than 150 Special Leave Petitions and Criminal Review Petitions, with a success rate recognized by the Bar Council of India for ‘excellence in appellate criminal practice.’ Amey Srivastava also conducts workshops for junior lawyers on drafting persuasive Supreme Court petitions, reinforcing a commitment to the profession.

Criminal Law Practice Areas