Galav Gowda
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About
Galav Gowda
B.B.A, LL.B (Hons.), LL.M., PGD-CLCF (NLSIU), (Ph.D)
Advocate, Author, & Scholar
Mr. Galav Gowda is a practising Advocate whose legal journey reflects a combination of Academic Excellence, Professional Commitment, and Practical Courtroom Practice. He enrolled with the Karnataka State Bar Council in 2023 after graduating with a Bachelor of Business Administration and Bachelor of Laws (Honours) [B.B.A., LL.B. (Hons.)] from Alliance University, Bengaluru. Subsequently, he completed his Master of Laws (LL.M.) with a specialisation in Criminal Law. Upon completing his Postgraduate Legal Education, he commenced his legal practice under the guidance of his Senior, Hon'ble Justice Sri. Subramanya R., Judge, High Court of Karnataka, where he gained substantial exposure to litigation before the High Court of Karnataka. Expanding his professional horizons, Mr. Gowda also practises before the Supreme Court of India under the guidance and supervision of Sri. Sanjay Nuli, Senior Advocate, Supreme Court of India, and Senior Executive Member of the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA). With the continued support and encouragement of Sri. Sanjay Nuli, he became a Member of the Supreme Court Bar Association (SCBA). His association with the Supreme Court dates back to the commencement of his legal education, having worked under the guidance of Sri. Sanjay Nuli since his first year of law school.
Within a short span of Active Litigation Practice, Mr. Gowda established his Independent Law Office, extending his professional engagements from Trial Courts & Tribunals till the Supreme Court of India. Alongside his demanding Legal Practice, he further strengthened his Academic Qualifications by completing a Postgraduate Diploma in Cyber Law and Cyber Forensics from the National Law School of India University, Bengaluru, in 2025. He is presently pursuing his Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Criminal Law, continuing his commitment to advanced Legal Education and Research. Additionally, he is pursuing two more Postgraduate Diploma in Human Rights and Child Rights from the National Law School of India University, Bengaluru.
Under the Guidance and Mentorship of his Senior, Hon'ble Justice Sri. Subramanya R., having multidimensional understanding & knowledge in various Subjects of Law and inspired by his Guiding Principle,"No Short Cuts other than Hard Work to Succeed in Practice of Law," Mr. Gowda is also holding broad approach in understanding the various subject matter in the branches of Law. His professional exposure encompasses Constitutional Writs, Civil Suits and Appeals, Criminal Law, Service Law, Land Acquisition, Arbitration, Taxation, IPR, SARFAESI, Competition Law and various matters before the Hon’ble Courts and Statutory Tribunals. The Knowledge and Practical Experience acquired through these engagements strengthened his confidence and ability to Independently Practise Law and Appear before Judicial Forums.
During his Legal Education at Alliance University, Mr. Gowda received substantial Academic and Institutional support from Sri. Sudhir Angur, (Founder-Chancellor, Alliance University); Smt. Shaila Chebbi, (Advisory Pro-Chancellor, Alliance University); and Sri. Abhay Chebbi, (Pro-Chancellor, Alliance University). Their continued Encouragement and Support in Academic Activities and University Engagements provided him with opportunities to broaden his Academic and Professional Legal Network across the Country.
Mr. Gowda while pursuing his Law School years, received Guidance and Support from Sri. H. Shashidhara Shetty, {Member Secretary, Karnataka State Legal Services Authority, and Former Registrar (Judicial), Supreme Court of India}, and Sri. Sandeep Salian, {Principal Senior Civil Judge and Chief Judicial Magistrate, Mandya, and Former Member Secretary, District Legal Services Authority, Bengaluru Rural}. Through their guidance, he acquired Practical Knowledge of Judicial Administration and its Procedures, including the functioning of the National Legal Services Authority, New Delhi, and various aspects of Legal Services Administration, ranging from Institutional Office Procedures to Outreach Programmes and Prison Administration within the State of Karnataka. With their support, Mr. Gowda also served as a Member of the Working Committee of "Restoring the Youth: Pan-India Campaign for Identifying Juveniles in Prisons and Rendering Legal Assistance – 2024" wherein he participated in Data Collection and Interactions with Prisoners at the Bengaluru Central Jail. In recognition of his contributions, the Karnataka State Legal Services Authority honoured him with the "Best Student Para Legal Volunteer (PLV) of the State of Karnataka – 2023"; award on 9 November 2023 at the Patron-in- Chief Hall, High Court of Karnataka. The Honour was conferred by the Hon'ble Chief Justice of Karnataka in the presence of other Hon'ble Judges of the High Court of Karnataka.
In addition to his litigation practice and academic pursuits, Mr. Gowda has Authored seven books to date. His latest publication, titled "Peregrination of a Petition Copy", provides an in-depth explanation of the Procedural Journey of a Petition Copy in the High Court of Karnataka.
Within a short span of his Litigation Practice, Mr. Gowda has developed asubstantial and diverse Clientele, including Alliance University, Bengaluru,{South India's First Private University}; Chamundeshwari Electricity Supply Corporation (CESC), {One of the Largest Electricity distribution Corporationin Karnataka, serving Five Districts, namely Mysuru, Mandya, Chamarajanagar, Hassan, and Kodagu (Madikeri)}; Shree Ram ChandraMission, {having Centres across 160 Countries Worldwide}; Sri RanganathaSwamy Temple and Group of Temples, Mandya, {An Ancient templeInstitution with a history of approximately 1,000 years, under the vigilance ofthe State Government}; Shree Mahalakshmi Temple, Kumara Park West, Bengaluru; M/s Sudarshan Family Stores, Bengaluru and Mysuru; andSmt. Vijayalakshmi Urs Trust, {Associated with the Mysore Royal Family}. His Clientele also includes various Real Estate Companies and other Establishments.
Qualifications:
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B.B.A. LL. B. (Hons.) - Bachelor of Business Administration and Bachelor of Laws (Hons.), Alliance University, Bengaluru
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LL.M - Master of Laws, Alliance University, Bengaluru
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PGD- CLCF - Post Graduate Diploma in Cyber Law and Cyber Forensics, National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru
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(Ph.D) - Pursuing Doctor of Philosophy in Criminal Law at Alliance University
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(PGD-HRL) - Pursuing Post Graduate Diploma in Human Rights Law at National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru
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(PGD-CRL) - Pursuing Post Graduate Diploma in Child Rights Law at National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bengaluru