About us
We strive to help clients successfully navigate local laws within the context of the global legal environment. Our jurisdictions of focus are India, Germany, Italy and Kenya. Our team has supported clients across Europe, Asia, Africa, Australia and the Americas for over 25 years. We have a network of lawyers and consultants with strong civil and criminal practices in both personal and commercial law. Read more….
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Insights & Analysis
Landmark Judgments on Disability Rights in India
On the International Day of Persons with Disabilities, we list down the judgments that defined the jurisprudence on disability rights in India.
State of Disability Justice and Institutional Mechanisms in India
The jurisprudence on disability in India, albeit recent, has charted an unusual course. The courts have increasingly resorted to judicial activism to interpret and reinterpret the laws, and have gone beyond the four corners of the legislations in the endeavour of delivering justice. With time, the discourse and narratives on disability coming from the corridors of the courts have noticeably evolved, with a willingness to embrace inclusion beyond the lens of mere charity and welfare.
While the formulation of laws have guaranteed the establishment of institutions to help facilitate disability access and justice, the implementation and enforcement of the same falls short of expectations.
The law of the book and the law in action
The Right of Persons with Disability Act (RPwD Act, 2016) was enacted in 2016 to give effect to
the United Nations Convention on the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (UNCRPD). It repealed
the earlier legislation, Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and
Full Participation) Act, 1995. India’s disability law stands as a beacon of progress, embracing a
broad and inclusive perspective on disability. It boldly places responsibilities on both public and
private sectors, reflecting a commitment to equality. Yet, nearly eight years since its enactment, the law’s promise remains largely unfulfilled, hindered by slow and uneven implementation.
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Business Law
Transparency and accountability are major challenges when working across borders. We ensure our clients have strong corporate structures and ensure their operations have the full protection of the law, whether that is to protect them from private corruption or to prevent unscrupulous distributors from taking advantage of them.
Art Law
Much work remains to be done in the dynamic interrelationship of art and law. In the globalised world of art, where the boundaries of creation and ownership often transcend national borders, art law is rapidly emerging as an important discipline. Art law encompasses a diverse range of legal issues, from intellectual property rights and cultural heritage protection to moral rights
Inclusivity Law
We are fully aware of and fighting for better and more effective implementation of the rights of persons with disabilities in our jurisdiction. We firmly believe that a just society is an inclusive society. Our team supports activists in this field and has also worked to raise awareness of local governments and the judiciary in our jurisdiction.
Family Law
We are working hard to strengthen children’s rights in our jurisdiction. The present laws & conventions governing internationally and domestic custody, fostering and adoption arrangements do not adequately address the requirements of children today. Child labour & refugee children have specific challenges that require more concentrated effort to provide adequate safeguards.
Immigration Law
Immigration and citizenship issues continue to arise in different countries. The world today offers immense possibilities, but the legal structures are hard to navigate. We are supporting individuals and businesses to connect and navigate complex legal structures to ensure the process is as painless and humane as possible.