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Name: Advocate Arvind Rao
Specialization: Criminal Law
City: Pune, Maharashtra
Experience: 15+ Years in Criminal Litigation & Legal Defense
Languages Known: English, Hindi, Marathi

Professional Summary:

Advocate Arvind Rao is a distinguished criminal defense lawyer based in Pune, with over 15 years of experience handling a wide spectrum of criminal cases under the Indian Penal Code (IPC) and special laws. He is known for his strategic litigation skills, prompt bail matters, and strong courtroom presence.

He represents clients in sessions courts, magistrate courts, and the Bombay High Court (Pune bench) in cases ranging from bail applications, FIR quashing, white-collar crimes, to serious offences like NDPS, POCSO, and cybercrime. His dedication to safeguarding clients’ rights and delivering fair legal outcomes has earned him high client trust.

Areas of Expertise:

• Anticipatory & Regular Bail Applications

• Criminal Trial & Criminal Writ Petitions

• FIR Quashing & Charge-Sheet Defenses

• Cheating, Forgery & White-Collar Crimes

• NDPS Act (Drug-Related Offences)

• POCSO Act & Sexual Offence Cases

• Cybercrime & Online Harassment Cases

• Criminal Defamation & Threat Complaints

• Dowry Harassment & 498A Defence

• Police Procedure Violations & Human Rights Cases

Courts & Tribunals Practiced In:

• Sessions & Magistrate Courts, Pune

• District & Sessions Court, Shivajinagar

• Bombay High Court (Pune Bench)

• POCSO Special Courts & NDPS Courts

• Family & Juvenile Justice Boards (in criminal crossover cases)

• Cyber Crime Cell & Lok Adalats

Why Choose Advocate Arvind Rao:

✔ 15+ years of experience in high-stakes criminal litigation
✔ Immediate response in urgent bail and FIR matters
✔ Proven track record in serious and sensitive cases
✔ Deep understanding of procedural law and evidence handling
✔ Transparent communication and ethical legal practice
✔ Strong negotiation and trial strategy skills

Education:

• LL.B. – ILS Law College, Pune

• B.A. (Political Science) – University of Pune

• Diploma in Criminal Justice & Human Rights – NALSAR University (Optional)

Professional Memberships:

• Bar Council of Maharashtra & Goa

• Pune Bar Association

• Member – Criminal Lawyers Forum of India

• Panel Advocate – Maharashtra State Legal Services Authority (MSLSA)

Client-Centric Quote:

“Every accused has the right to a strong defense. I ensure that justice is served through lawful, strategic, and relentless representation.”