Akhtars Legalitarian is a New Delhi law firm appearing before the Supreme Court of India, the Delhi High Court and the tribunals that decide commercial, insolvency and tax disputes. Founded by Advocate Khalid Akhtar, who has practiced for over 11 years before the Supreme Court and Delhi High Court in constitutional, criminal and commercial matters, the firm advises corporations, embassies and private clients from India and abroad, and takes on matters for people who cannot afford representation.
The practice is built on commercial work — debt recovery, insolvency, tax, compliance and intellectual property — alongside a strong court practice in criminal defence and constitutional law.
- Supreme Court & High Court LitigationSpecial leave petitions, writs, appeals and transfer petitions before the Supreme Court of India and the Delhi High Court.
- Criminal DefenceED/PMLA, CBI and NIA (UAPA) matters, white-collar offences, bail and anticipatory bail, quashing of FIRs, trials and appeals under the Bharatiya Nyaya Sanhita and special statutes.
- Constitutional Law & Writ PetitionsWrit petitions, public law challenges and fundamental rights matters before the Delhi High Court and Supreme Court.
- Commercial Litigation & ArbitrationContract disputes, commercial suits, domestic and international arbitration, and enforcement of awards.
- Debt RecoveryRecovery of commercial dues through summary suits, cheque dishonour complaints, DRT proceedings and insolvency.
- Insolvency & BankruptcyCorporate insolvency, liquidation, homebuyer claims and personal guarantor matters under the IBC before the NCLT and NCLAT.
- Corporate Compliance & RestructuringIncorporation, company law compliance, restructuring and reorganisation, and advisory to businesses and trusts.
- Start-up AdvisoryFounder agreements, fundraising documents, ESOPs, DPIIT recognition and compliance for early-stage companies.
- Tax Advisory & DisputesAdvice and representation on income tax and GST assessments, notices, appeals and transaction structuring.
- Intellectual PropertyTrademark, copyright and design registration, oppositions, infringement suits and IP licensing.
- Property, Real Estate & WaqfTitle disputes, partition suits, RERA complaints, DDA and land acquisition matters, and waqf estate restructuring.
- Consumer DisputesComplaints for defective goods and deficient services before the District, State and National Commissions.
- International & Embassy MattersPanel counsel to embassies, cross-border disputes, insurance claims in the Gulf, and legal support for foreign nationals in India.
- Aviation LawPassenger claims, airline liability, aerospace training and engineering disputes.
- Family Matters & Pro BonoDivorce, maintenance, custody and domestic violence matters, and pro bono representation for those who cannot afford counsel.
- Trusts, Societies & Civil Society FrameworkDrafting and registration of trusts, societies and Section 8 companies, governance frameworks and FCRA compliance.
Trusted by embassies, corporations and private clients across jurisdictions.
The firm is panel counsel to the Embassy of the State of Palestine for corporate and commercial relations in India and to the Embassy of Libya, and has acted on matters entrusted by the Embassy of France, New Delhi. It also advises media houses, an investment company based in Dubai, a Mumbai film production house and a resident doctors' association.
Private clients come from the United States, the United Arab Emirates, the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, Thailand and China.
- Wills, Probate and Succession Certificates in Delhi: What Heirs Need to KnowAfter a death, families in Delhi face a set of procedures that depend on whether there is a will, what the assets are and which personal law applies.Property, Consumer & Family
- Copyright for Software and Content Businesses in India: Ownership, Registration and EnforcementEvery software product, website and marketing asset a business creates is copyright work, and who owns it depends on who created it and on what terms.Corporate, Tax & Intellectual Property
- Maintenance under Section 144 BNSS (formerly 125 CrPC): Rights of Wives, Children and ParentsSection 144 of the BNSS carries forward the summary maintenance remedy that has protected dependants for decades.Property, Consumer & Family
- Trademark Infringement vs Passing Off: Enforcing Your Brand in the Delhi High CourtDelhi is where most Indian brand disputes are fought, and the Delhi High Court's Intellectual Property Division has made enforcement faster.Corporate, Tax & Intellectual Property
- Trademark Registration in India: A Step-by-Step Guide for BusinessesA registered trademark is the cheapest strong protection a business can buy for its name and logo.Corporate, Tax & Intellectual Property
- Mutual Consent Divorce in Delhi: The Procedure under Section 13B and Waiver of the Six-Month WaitMutual consent divorce is the quickest and least damaging way to end a marriage when both spouses agree.Property, Consumer & Family
About the firm
Where is Akhtars Legalitarian located?
At G-36, LGF - A, Nizamuddin West, New Delhi 110013, near Humayun's Tomb and Nizamuddin Railway Station. The office is open Monday to Saturday, 10 am to 7 pm.
Which courts does the firm appear in?
The Supreme Court of India, the Delhi High Court, the Bombay High Court, the Patna High Court, the District Courts of Delhi, the NCLT and NCLAT, the Debt Recovery Tribunal, consumer commissions and arbitral tribunals.
Does the firm work with international clients?
Yes. The firm is panel counsel to the Embassies of Palestine and Libya in New Delhi, has handled matters referred by the Embassy of France, and advises private clients from the United States, the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Thailand and China.
How do I book a consultation?
Call +91 96438 85549, email office@akhtarslegalitarian.com, or use the contact form. Give a brief description of the matter and any deadline you are facing, and the team will respond with the next step.