Biswajit Deshpande

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If you have been convicted of a serious offence and the trial court’s judgment feels unjust, you may wonder whether the Supreme Court can intervene. Biswajit Deshpande, a seasoned criminal lawyer based in Chandigarh, specializes in filing Special Leave Petitions (SLP) and Criminal Review Petitions before the Supreme Court of India. With a focus on high‑stakes cases, Deshpande helps clients challenge convictions, sentences, or procedural lapses that have far‑reaching consequences on their liberty.

Deshpande earned a law degree from Panjab University and subsequently completed a Master of Laws in Criminal Law from National Law School of India. Over the past fifteen years, the advocate has served as a research associate at the Supreme Court Registry, gaining intimate knowledge of the Court’s procedural nuances. After qualifying for the bar, Deshpande joined a leading criminal law firm in Chandigarh before establishing an independent practice that now handles a steady flow of SLP matters.

Special Leave Petitions are the gateway for any party to seek the Supreme Court’s review of a lower‑court decision. In serious offence cases—such as murder, drug trafficking, or organized crime—the stakes are especially high. Deshpande routinely examines the trial record, identifies substantive errors of law, and drafts a concise petition that highlights why the Supreme Court should grant special leave. The lawyer’s meticulous research into precedent and ability to frame arguments in line with the Court’s jurisprudence often result in the petition being admitted for hearing.

Beyond SLPs, Deshpande also handles Criminal Review Petitions, which are filed when a judgment has already become final but a grave miscarriage of justice is evident. The advocate has successfully secured reviews that led to the setting aside of death sentences, reduction of life‑imprisonment terms, and even complete acquittals where new evidence emerged. By presenting fresh material, expert testimony, or pointing out fundamental procedural violations, the lawyer convinces the Supreme Court that the interests of justice demand intervention.

Clients appreciate Deshpande’s proactive communication style. The lawyer conducts a thorough case intake, outlines realistic timelines, and keeps families informed at every procedural milestone. In a recent high‑profile murder appeal, the SLP filed by Deshpande was admitted, and the Supreme Court postponed the execution pending a full rehearing, ultimately granting a stay of the death penalty. In another drug‑trafficking case, a Criminal Review Petition led to the reduction of a twenty‑year term to ten years, allowing the client to resume professional life. Such outcomes reflect the lawyer’s strategic planning and relentless advocacy.

If you are confronting a serious criminal conviction and believe the judgment contains errors, you deserve a lawyer who can navigate the complexities of the Supreme Court’s filing process. Biswajit Deshpande combines deep procedural expertise with a track record of winning critical petitions. By engaging an advocate who understands the high standards of the Supreme Court, you increase the chance that your case receives the thorough, principled review it merits.

Criminal Law Practice Areas