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Terms of Platform Operation & Intermediary Terms

Governing Jurisdiction: Republic of India · Information Technology (Intermediary Guidelines) Rules

1. Intermediary Status & Scope of Service

vakil.one is an electronic platform that facilitates the neutral discovery of legal practitioners enrolled with State Bar Councils across India. Under Section 79 of the Information Technology Act, 2000, vakil.one functions as an intermediary and is not liable for third-party advocate commentary, legal advice, or courtroom outcomes.

2. Bar Council of India Rule 36 Compliance

Users and enrolled practitioners agree that directory listings, profile pages, and legal guides on this platform serve purely informative and educational purposes. Neither party shall utilize the platform to:

  • Engage in aggressive commercial touting, unsolicited lead generation, or fee-splitting;
  • Publish unsubstantiated claims regarding victory percentages, success rates, or guaranteed reliefs;
  • Post fictitious, commercial, or defamatory reviews and star ratings.

3. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permissible under Indian law, vakil.one, its creators, directors, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of delays in court proceedings, judicial dismissals, missed statutory limitation windows, or advocate representation disputes.

4. Sandbox Financial Disclaimer

All invoice ledgers, fee estimates, and payment records presented during local and demonstration operations are sandbox simulations. The platform does not hold, manage, or escrow client legal fees.

5. Dispute Resolution & Governing Law

These terms shall be governed by the laws of the Republic of India. Any legal proceedings arising from platform operation shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the competent courts in New Delhi.