Quashes Suspension of Advocate Accused of Sexually Harassing Female Lawyer, Orders Bar Council Hearing: Karnataka High Court
In a recent development, the Karnataka High Court, in a writ petition (WP No. 27909 of 2023), has set aside the suspension order dated 05.11.2023 passed by the Karnataka State Bar Council against Advocate H. Manjunath. The court has remitted the matter back to the Council for reconsideration based on objections that the petitioner is allowed to file by 10.01.2024. Background: The case revolves around a complaint filed by Ahalekya…