In the vast realm of Indian jurisprudence, few names shine as brightly as Advocate Roopesh Sharma. With a career that spans decades, Sharma has established himself as a formidable force in the legal community, handling high-profile cases and championing causes that matter.
Roopesh Sharma’s journey began at St. Joseph’s College, Nainital, one of India’s premier educational institutions. After completing his B.A. in English Honours, he pursued LLB and further enhanced his legal acumen with diplomas in Intellectual Property Rights (IPR) and Cyber Laws from the esteemed Indian Law Institute, Delhi. Not one to rest on his laurels, Sharma pursued his LLM in Criminal Law during the lockdown period of 2020-2021.
His professional journey commenced under the mentorship of Sh. I.U. Khan, a Senior Advocate, during 1996-97. This was followed by a stint with Sh. K.B. Andley, a Senior Advocate and retired District and Sessions Judge of Delhi, from 1997 to 2002.
After starting his own practice in the year 2003 he went on to become the Aditional Advocate General in The Hon’ble Supreme Court of India from 2013 to 2015.
Throughout his illustrious career, Sharma has been associated with numerous landmark cases. Notably, he worked on the BMW and the JMM case under the guidance of Mr. I.U. Khan. He also played a pivotal role in the Ludhiana City Centre case, one of Punjab’s most significant cases involving prominent figures like the current Chief Minister, Capt. Amrinder Singh. Moreover, he fought India’s biggest dowry case, the Nisha Sharma case, which garnered significant attention nationwide.
Beyond the courtroom, Sharma has held senior positions in various companies. He has appeared as Counsel for a plethora of esteemed organizations, including the Today Group of Companies, Reliance British Petroleum Mobility Limited, Vishal Mega Mart, Imperia Structures Pvt. Ltd., and many more. He has given advise and worked closely with well known names in the FMCG sector including the mnc Perfetti Van Melle and Air Plaza Retail. His expertise spans diverse sectors, and specialises in Matrimonial matters, real estate and FMCG and solar power production. His core expertise lies in Corporate and criminal matters.
Sharma’s legal prowess is evident in his track record. He has secured acquittal orders in death sentence cases and has successfully argued numerous appeals with varied sentences. His commitment to justice is further underscored by the pro-bono cases he has argued as Amicus Cuirae.
Currently, Sharma’s legal endeavors encompass a wide range of areas, from corporate and real estate matters to personal and marriage laws. He is actively involved in cases across various legal fields, with cases involving agencies like the Enforcement Directorate (ED) and the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI).
Outside the legal arena, Sharma is deeply connected to his alma mater, serving as the President of the Old Boys Association of St. Joseph’s College, Nainital. He is also an avid motorcycling enthusiast and takes pride in being an active member of the Harley Owners Group.
In conclusion, Advocate Roopesh Sharma’s legacy in the legal world is a testament to his unwavering commitment, unparalleled expertise, and the profound impact he has made in the pursuit of justice. As he continues to blaze new trails, the legal community and society at large remain indebted to his contributions.
