Lily Thomas
& Saju Jakob

We strive to uphold the constitutional principles, protection of individual rights and work towards social cause.

Carrying forward a legacy of integrity, justice, constitutional law, social cause and public interest.

Our office is led by the legacy of Adv. Lily Thomas, a trailblazer in Indian constitutional law. We maintain a strong presence before the Supreme Court of India, High Courts, and Tribunals and are committed to responsible, rights-based legal advocacy.

CARRYING THE LEGACY OF PIL CRUSADER ADV. LILY THOMAS SINCE 1955

PEOPLE’S LAWYER AND ATTORNEY IN SUPREME COURT OF INDIA- A PIL CRUSADER

PEOPLE’S LAWYER AND ATTORNEY IN SUPREME COURT OF INDIA—A PUBLIC INTEREST LITIGATION CRUSADER With an experience of more than 65 years of practice in the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India and various High Courts.

EMPOWERING SOCIETY WITH LEGAL EXCELLENCE

ADV./Solicitor SAJU JAKOB

LL.B (IND) LL.M(GER) MBA (USA)

Our Vision

To uphold human rights and dignity in a democracy rooted in Constitutional supremacy.

Our Mission

We fight for individual rights and uphold constitutional morality as the essence of India's social revolution.

Our Values

"Sovereign, Socialist, Secular, Democratic, Republic" values guide India's legal system and Democracy.

OUR SERVICES

Legal Practice Areas

Constitutional Law

Fundamental rights enforcement, judicial review, administrative law, and constitutional interpretation.

Public Interest Litigation

Legal representation in landmark social justice and governance reform cases across India.

Civil & Commercial Litigation

Breach of contract, tort, commercial litigation, insurance disputes, and recovery suits.

Taxation Law

Advisory on direct and indirect taxes, GST, international tax, DTAA planning, and tax disputes.

Employment & Labour Law

Employment contracts, workplace policies, termination and severance disputes, and compliance audits.

Corporate & Business Law

Corporate structuring, FDI, M&A, board governance, shareholder disputes, and business strategy consulting.

Criminal Law

Defence in criminal offences, white-collar crimes, cybercrimes, bail, and appellate litigation.

Private International Law & Cross-Border Family Disputes

International divorce, custody and guardianship, enforcement of foreign family judgments, and child relocation cases.

OUR IMPACT

1. Lily Thomas v. Union of India & Ors. (2013) – [Disqualification of Convicted Legislators]

This landmark judgment by the Supreme Court of India ruled that Members of Parliament (MPs), Members of Legislative Assemblies (MLAs), and Members of Legislative Councils (MLCs) would be immediately disqualified upon conviction in a criminal case.

2. Lily Thomas v. Union of India & Others (2000) – [Bigamy and Religious Conversion for Marriage]

The case challenged the misuse of religious conversion by individuals. The Hon’ble Supreme Court held that a Hindu husband, who converts to Islam for the sole purpose of contracting a second marriage without legally dissolving the first marriage, would still be guilty of bigamy under Section 494 IPC.

3. S. Karthik vs. N. Subhash Chand Jain (2021)- Enforcement of security interests

The Supreme Court case focused on the validity of sale notices and adherence to prescribed procedural norms, particularly in relation to guarantors/acquirers attempting to block the enforcement of a security interest. The court's decision emphasizes the need for strict adherence to the SARFAESI Act's provisions to ensure efficient and fair enforcement of security interests.

4. Lily Isabel Thomas (1964) – [Challenge to AOR Requirement under Supreme Court Rules]

This case marked an early assertion of professional equality, where Ms. Lily Thomas challenged the Supreme Court rule requiring advocates to qualify as Advocate-on-Record (AOR) to act before the Court. Emphasising her right to practice under the Advocates Act and Article 19(1)(g) of the Constitution, she sought to remove procedural barriers to equal access for all advocates before the Apex Court.

STANDING WITH YOU, LEGALLY AND ETHICALLY

With experience and legal know-how, helping you navigate the legal waters.

At the Law Office of Lily Thomas & Saju Jakob, we go beyond legal service—we defend your constitutional rights with expertise, integrity, and a legacy of justice. Guided by Adv. Lily Thomas, we offer strategic, client-focused legal solutions

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Careers

We offer dynamic opportunities to individuals ranging from law students to legal professionals.

INTERNSHIPS

We offer law students the opportunity to work alongside experienced Advocates to gain valuable insight into the practice of law majorly in the Supreme Court and various High Courts.

LEGAL ASSOCIATES

We are open to hiring driven and passionate legal professionals who are eager to learn and contribute meaningfully to the collaborative and dynamic environment of our law office.

LEGAL WRITERS

We welcome contributors who can thoughtfully shape blogs, articles, or research papers. To publish your work on our website, please review our submission guidelines.

OFFICE ADMINISTRATION

Our administrative team ensures smooth coordination, confidentiality, and efficient case management to support seamless legal service.

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Latest Articles & Information

Educating and enriching legal minds with the recent pronouncements of the Hon’ble Supreme Court and various High Courts.

Division Bench

Externment Orders comes with Mandatory Requirement of Notice and Hearing : Supreme Court

Case Name: Vijay Kumar Rajpoot Alias Vijju v. State of Chhattisgarh & Ors.Appeal No: CRIMINAL APPEAL NO. 4083 OF 2026Neutral Citation: 2026 INSC 926Date of Judgment: August 31, 2026.Coram: Hon’ble Mr. Justice Dipankar Datta and Hon’ble Mr. Justice Sheel Nagu.Relevant Statutes and Provisions: Section 9 and Sections 5(a) and (b) of the Chhattisgarh Rajya Suraksha Adhiniyam, 1990; Sections 294, 295A,

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Division Bench

Port Trust cannot escape customs liability for pilfered goods: Supreme Court

Case Name: Union of India & Ors. v. The Board of Trustees of the Port of Bombay Appeal: Civil Appeal No. 4477 of 2010 Neutral Citation: 2026 INSC 919Date of Judgment: 25.08.2026Coram: Hon’ble Mrs. Justice B.V. Nagarathna and Hon’ble Mr. Justice ManmohanRelevant Statutes and Provisions: Section 13, Section 23 and Section 45(1), Section 45(2) and Section 45(3) of the Customs Act, 1962,