advocates submissions in court's

Advocacy is not only about arguments, it is also about the way an advocate communicates with the Court. Using precise and respectful phrases strengthens submissions and ensures clarity in proceedings. Here are some useful expressions commonly used in courts: 

1. Addressing the Court • May it please Your Lordship. •l am obliged, Your Lordship. • Much obliged for the opportunity to be heard. • Your Lordships'

2. observation is noted. While Making Submissions • It is respectfully submitted that... • With the utmost respect, I differ from the learned Counsel. •The facts of the present case clearly indicate that... • There is no material on record to suggest... • It is a settled principle of law that.. 

3. Referring to Judgments • The Hon'ble Supreme Court has categorically held that... • This issue is no longer res integra. • The ratio of the judgment squarely applies to the present case. • The reliance placed by the opposite side is distinguishable on facts.

 4. For Objections •I strongly object to this line of questioning. • The question is leading and impermissible. • The evidence sought to be introduced is inadmissible. • This is beyond the scope of cross-examination.

 5. Seeking Clarification or Time • If Your Lordship may allow, I seek a brief clarification. •I request a short adjournment for filing the reply. •l undertake to submit the documents by the next date.

 6. DuringCross-Examination ·二put it to you that.. • Is it correct to say that...? • Can you show any document supporting your statement? ·一suggest to you that this is an afterthought.

 7. Concluding Submissions • In light of the above, I pray for the reliefs sought. • In the interest of justice, this Hon'ble Court may be pleased to... •Irest my submissions. 

Authored by - S N , Advocate
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