CMS IndusLaw Challenges BCI’s Foreign Law Firm Rules: Delhi High Court

The Delhi High Court heard a petition filed by CMS IndusLaw challenging the Bar Council of India’s regulatory framework restricting the entry and practice of foreign law firms in India. Following an earlier challenge by Dentons Link Legal, this is the second major action by an Indian law firm contesting the Rules.

 The petitioner contended that the restrictions impose arbitrary barriers, violate constitutional rights, and hinder the development of international legal practice in India. The plea questioned the legality and proportionality of the BCI’s conditions governing foreign firms and sought judicial scrutiny of the regulatory scheme governing cross-border legal services.

[CMS IndusLaw v Bar Council of India]