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Vakalatnama

Authorization for an advocate to appear and act on behalf of a party.

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IN THE _____ CASE NO. _____ _____ ... PARTY VAKALATNAMA I, _____, do hereby appoint and authorize _____, Advocate, to appear, act and plead on my behalf in the above-noted case, and to do all acts, deeds and things which may be necessary in this behalf, including filing of appeals, applications, and receiving refunds. Further, the ad…

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What is a Vakalatnama?

A Vakalatnama is the formal document by which a litigant authorizes an advocate to represent them before a court. Without it on file, an advocate cannot legally appear, file applications, or act on a client's behalf in that matter.

Who needs this?

  • Anyone engaging an advocate for a new case, or replacing their advocate mid-case
  • Advocates who need a signed authorization on record before their first appearance

Frequently Asked Questions

Does a Vakalatnama need to be filed for every court?

Yes — a separate Vakalatnama is typically required for each case, since it authorizes the advocate for that specific matter.

Can a Vakalatnama be revoked?

Yes, a client can revoke it at any time, usually by filing a fresh Vakalatnama for a new advocate or a formal revocation with the court.

Does it need to be notarized?

Requirements vary by court — many accept a plain signed Vakalatnama, though some benches ask for it to be affirmed. Check your specific court's practice.

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