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Attorney–Client Privilege and the Limits of State Power: A Study of the Supreme Court’s Judgment in In Re: Summoning of Advocates

Practice Area

CIVIL LITIGATION INCLUDING CORPORATE AND COMMERCIAL LITIGATION

Published On

November 3, 2025

Authors

Astha Sharma , Shreyas Awasthi

Description

We bring to you the Nota Bene update for the month of November 2025.

This edition presents a critical analysis of the Hon’ble Supreme Court’s landmark judgment in In Re: Summoning of Advocates, which marks a defining moment in the jurisprudence surrounding attorney–client privilege and investigative authority. In this edition, we have endeavoured to offer readers a practical understanding of this important decision. The article traces the evolution of privilege, examines the Court’s reasoning in detail, and highlights the procedural safeguards now prescribed.

We hope you enjoy reading this nota bene and find it informative and engaging.

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