The Bar Council of Delhi (BCD) has issued notice to UrbanClap for “soliciting legal profession” on its portal..Notice was also issued to the advocate who allegedly posted/advertised her services on the portal, Jayatee Chatterjee, after a complaint to this effect was made to the BCD..As per the notice, CEO of UrbanClap, Abhiraj Bhal and Chatterjee have been directed to appear before the Bar Council in person or through an authorized representative on August 30..The Complainant has stated that he had engaged Chatterjee for a legal matter through UrbanClap. Subsequently, not satisfied with the manner in which his case was conducted, he had approached UrbanClap. Thereafter, a complaint was filed with the Bar Council of Delhi..After perusing the complaint, BCD noted that UrbanClap was indulging in “soliciting legal profession“..“..they have put on internet certain information as 100% confidential. They have also published in the public domain as under:.“Are you looking for the best lawyers in Delhi to help you with all your legal needs? Don’t worry. We, at UrbanClap, have made it easy for you. We have 1000+ verified and experienced lawyers in Delhi, ranging from divorce lawyers and corporate lawyers, to the likes of criminal lawyers and property lawyers. These talented lawyers in Delhi are eagerly waiting to act as your advocate, in your time of need. Since we have the best lawyers in Delhi with us, we assure you the best. Hire from UrbanClap for one of the best lawyers in Delhi to resolve your legal need. You are only a click away!”, it was recorded..In its resolution dated August 9, the BCD noted that UrbanClap was not authorized and competent to indulge in such activities..Therefore, in view of the seriousness of the matter, the BCD unanimously resolved to take action against the portal as well as the advocate..It also clarified that in case the UrbanClap CEO and the advocate fail to appear before the BCD on the date fixed, an ex-parte order shall be passed against them.
The Bar Council of Delhi (BCD) has issued notice to UrbanClap for “soliciting legal profession” on its portal..Notice was also issued to the advocate who allegedly posted/advertised her services on the portal, Jayatee Chatterjee, after a complaint to this effect was made to the BCD..As per the notice, CEO of UrbanClap, Abhiraj Bhal and Chatterjee have been directed to appear before the Bar Council in person or through an authorized representative on August 30..The Complainant has stated that he had engaged Chatterjee for a legal matter through UrbanClap. Subsequently, not satisfied with the manner in which his case was conducted, he had approached UrbanClap. Thereafter, a complaint was filed with the Bar Council of Delhi..After perusing the complaint, BCD noted that UrbanClap was indulging in “soliciting legal profession“..“..they have put on internet certain information as 100% confidential. They have also published in the public domain as under:.“Are you looking for the best lawyers in Delhi to help you with all your legal needs? Don’t worry. We, at UrbanClap, have made it easy for you. We have 1000+ verified and experienced lawyers in Delhi, ranging from divorce lawyers and corporate lawyers, to the likes of criminal lawyers and property lawyers. These talented lawyers in Delhi are eagerly waiting to act as your advocate, in your time of need. Since we have the best lawyers in Delhi with us, we assure you the best. Hire from UrbanClap for one of the best lawyers in Delhi to resolve your legal need. You are only a click away!”, it was recorded..In its resolution dated August 9, the BCD noted that UrbanClap was not authorized and competent to indulge in such activities..Therefore, in view of the seriousness of the matter, the BCD unanimously resolved to take action against the portal as well as the advocate..It also clarified that in case the UrbanClap CEO and the advocate fail to appear before the BCD on the date fixed, an ex-parte order shall be passed against them.