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India's Bar Council bans foreign law firm partnerships, warns of disciplinary action for non-compliance.
The Bar Council of India has issued a stern warning against unregistered collaborations between Indian and foreign law firms, stating such arrangements violate the Advocates Act, 1961, and 2023 rules amended in 2025.
Foreign lawyers are barred from practicing Indian law, including appearing in courts or drafting contracts, even in India-seated arbitrations unless only foreign law is involved and no sworn evidence is presented.
The Council identified unauthorized models like Swiss Vereins and joint branding as misleading and illegal, issuing show-cause notices to firms and individuals.
It reiterated that public promotions suggesting integrated global practices breach professional conduct rules and may lead to disciplinary action, urging all firms to review their public materials for compliance.
El Consejo de Abogados de la India prohíbe las asociaciones con firmas de abogados extranjeras, advierte de medidas disciplinarias por incumplimiento.