| Case ID |
207a96a3-4316-4493-930a-4e41659368f9 |
| Body |
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| Case Number |
Civil Petitions Nos.317, 321 and 347-L of 1999 |
| Decision Date |
Jul 01, 2002 |
| Hearing Date |
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| Decision |
The Supreme Court emphasized the importance of communication regarding adjournments between the advocates to ensure fairness and proper scheduling. It directed that every Advocate-on-Record and Advocate Supreme Court applying for an adjournment must inform the opposing counsel in a timely manner. This ruling aims to improve the procedural conduct in the Supreme Court, ensuring that both parties can manage their schedules effectively. The court acknowledged a grievance from the Respondent's counsel regarding a lack of notification about the adjournment request, underscoring the need for adherence to this new procedural requirement. |
| Summary |
In the case of Civil Petitions Nos.317, 321 and 347-L of 1999, the Supreme Court of Pakistan addressed the procedural issue of seeking adjournments in court cases. The court ruled on the necessity for advocates to provide timely notice to opposing counsel when requesting adjournments. This decision was made in light of a complaint from the Respondent's counsel, who was not informed of the adjournment request made by the Petitioner's counsel. The ruling aims to enhance the efficiency and fairness of court proceedings by ensuring that all parties are adequately informed and can manage their legal schedules. The court's decision underscores the importance of communication and procedural compliance in legal practice, which is essential for maintaining the integrity of the judicial process. |
| Court |
Supreme Court of Pakistan
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| Entities Involved |
GOVERNMENT OF PAKISTAN,
LAHORE GYMKHANA
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| Judges |
RANA BHAGWANDAS,
TANVIR AHMED KHAN
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| Lawyers |
Ch. Mehdi Khan Mehtab,
A. Karim Malik
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| Petitioners |
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LAHORE GYMKHANA
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| Respondents |
,
GOVERNMENT OF PAKISTAN
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| Citations |
2003 SLD 740,
2003 SCMR 1856
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| Other Citations |
Not available
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| Laws Involved |
Supreme Court Rules, 1980
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| Sections |
O. XIX, R. 2
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