Punya Prasad Khanal is a seasoned legal professional with over 35 years of experience in civil and commercial litigation. Specializing in land litigation, real estate, banking law disputes, payment disputes, and recovery cases, he has appeared in Supreme Court cases where his arguments have contributed to the formation of legal precedents. He frequently represents clients before the High Court of Nepal, the Debt Recovery Tribunal, Labor Court, and various district courts and tribunals, demonstrating his extensive expertise across multiple areas of law.
Representative Matters
Secured a precedent-setting ruling on enforcing arbitration clauses in cross-border business contracts under the Arbitration Act, 1999.
Successfully defended an agricultural equipment manufacturer in a trademark infringement and passing off case, securing an injunction and damages and setting a precedent on consumer confusion in similar industries.
Defended a hydropower developer against the OCR’s assertion of misuse of majority power under the Companies Act, 2006.
Successfully challenged the Department of Commerce’s overreach in an alleged levy of excessive price on the products by the retailer.
Defended a construction company against blacklisting and prohibition from future bidding under the Public Procurement Act, 2006.
Successfully argued for mandatory disclosure of criminal and financial records by political candidates in a PIL case for a federal election.
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Credentials
Admissions & Certifications
- Nepal Bar Council
Education
- Bachelor’s in Law, Nepal Law Campus, 1990