Adv. Ritesh Upadhyay is an Indian advocate practicing before the High Court and the Supreme Court of India. He is engaged in criminal law, service and administrative law, and commercial litigation. He is known for his multidisciplinary background combining engineering, government service, and legal practice.

Early Life and Background

Adv. Ritesh Upadhyay was born on 25 December 1993 and is a permanent resident of Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh. He was raised in an environment that emphasized education, discipline, and public service, which influenced his analytical and problem-solving approach.

Growing up in Lucknow, a city with significant legal and administrative institutions, he developed an early interest in governance, infrastructure, and the justice delivery system, shaping his future academic and professional choices.

Education

Adv. Ritesh Upadhyay holds both technical and legal qualifications.

Technical Education

  • Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech) – Civil Engineering
  • Master of Technology (M.Tech) – Structural Analysis

His engineering studies focused on structural systems, construction technology, project management, and safety analysis, providing insight into infrastructure projects and technical disputes.

Legal Education

  • Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.)

After completing his postgraduate engineering education and gaining experience in public service, he pursued legal studies to transition into advocacy and legal interpretation.

Professional Career

Government Service

Before entering full-time legal practice, Adv. Ritesh Upadhyay served as an ex-government employee in the Irrigation Department. During his tenure, he worked on matters related to public infrastructure projects, water resource management, government contracts, administrative procedures, and regulatory compliance.

This experience provided him exposure to government functioning, service rules, disciplinary proceedings, and technical disputes involving public works.

Legal Practice

After completing his LL.B., Adv. Ritesh Upadhyay transitioned into legal practice. He currently practices as an advocate before the High Court and the Supreme Court of India, handling matters involving criminal law, service jurisprudence, and commercial disputes.

Areas of Practice

Criminal Law

He handles matters including:

  • Bail and anticipatory bail
  • Criminal trials
  • FIR quashing petitions
  • Criminal appeals and revisions
  • White-collar crimes and economic offences
  • Matters under special statutes

Service and Administrative Law

Drawing upon his government background, he appears in:

  • Service disputes
  • Departmental inquiries
  • Suspension and dismissal matters
  • Promotion and seniority disputes
  • Tribunal and High Court proceedings

Commercial and Corporate Law

His practice also includes:

  • Commercial and contractual disputes
  • Infrastructure and construction-related litigation
  • Arbitration-related matters
  • Recovery and financial disputes

Practice Before Courts

Adv. Ritesh Upadhyay regularly appears before:

  • High Courts
  • Supreme Court of India
  • Trial Courts
  • Appellate Courts
  • Tribunals and statutory authorities

Chamber and Professional Address

Chamber: Ansal, Sushant Golf City Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh

He provides legal consultation and representation to clients from Uttar Pradesh and other parts of India.

Personal Life

  • Date of Birth: 25 December 1993
  • Marital Status: Unmarried
  • Residence: Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh

Professional Philosophy

Adv. Ritesh Upadhyay emphasizes constitutional liberties, procedural safeguards, and meticulous preparation. His engineering background allows him to approach legal issues with a structured, evidence-based, and analytical methodology.

Recognition and Approach

He is known for his multidisciplinary expertise, drafting skills, ethical practice, and client-focused legal strategies.

Contact Information

  • Mobile: 7395022211
  • Alternate Mobile: 9454444402
  • Location: Lucknow, Uttar Pradesh