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Alpine Law Associates is the leading full-service law firm encompassing a wide range of legal practices located in Kathmandu, Nepal. It consists of a team of the country's best lawyers, each with expertise in their respective fields, tailored to meet clients' specific needs.

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Anamnagar-29, Kathmandu

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+977 9841114443

Email Address

info@lawalpine.com

Theories of Punishment in Nepal (2026): Justice System Guide

Theories of Punishment in Nepal (2026): Justice System Guide

A 2026 practitioner's guide to the four classical theories of punishment — retributive, deterrent, reformative and preventive — and how each has shaped Nepal's criminal-justice policy under the National Penal Code 2074, the National Sentencing Act 2074 and the Constitution of Nepal 2072. Covers restorative justice through mediation, the constitutional abolition of capital punishment, and how judges weigh competing theories in real sentencing decisions.

  • March 31, 2025
Elements of a Valid Contract in Nepal 2026: Civil Code 2074

Elements of a Valid Contract in Nepal 2026: Civil Code 2074

A valid contract in Nepal under the Muluki Civil Code 2074 needs seven elements — offer and acceptance under Section 504, lawful consideration, capacity of parties under Section 506, free consent under Section 505, lawful object, certainty, and possibility of performance. This guide unpacks each element with the governing section, the void / voidable consequence when the element fails, and how Nepali courts evaluate enforceability. Updated April 2026.

  • March 31, 2025
Writ Procedure in Nepal (2026): 5 Constitutional Writs

Writ Procedure in Nepal (2026): 5 Constitutional Writs

A 2026 practitioner's guide to writ procedure in Nepal — the five constitutional writs of habeas corpus, mandamus, prohibition, certiorari and quo warranto under the extraordinary jurisdiction of the Supreme Court (Article 133) and the High Courts (Article 144), locus standi rules for fundamental-rights and public-interest petitions, filing mechanics, supporting affidavits and the court fee, interim orders and stay relief, the standard of review and the fast-track listing of habeas corpus cases.

  • March 31, 2025
Juvenile Justice System in Nepal (2026): Children's Act 2075 Guide

Juvenile Justice System in Nepal (2026): Children's Act 2075 Guide

A 2026 practitioner's guide to the juvenile justice system in Nepal under the Children's Act 2075 (2018) — age thresholds (under 10 absolute incapacity, 10-14 doli incapax, 14-16 reformative, 16-18 reduced punishment), Juvenile Court / Juvenile Bench at District Court, in-camera trial, identity protection, separate detention, diversion programmes, rehabilitation framework, Constitution Article 39, and UN CRC obligations.

  • March 31, 2025
Juvenile Case Proceedings in Nepal (2026): Procedure Guide

Juvenile Case Proceedings in Nepal (2026): Procedure Guide

A 2026 practitioner's procedural guide to juvenile case proceedings in Nepal — first police contact, Child Protection Unit investigation, parental and counsel notification, charge sheet filing at the Juvenile Bench, in-camera trial, bail and remand, social investigation report, diversion vs prosecution, sentencing options under the Children's Act 2075, appeal to the High Court, and aftercare and reintegration.

  • April 02, 2025
Court Fee in Nepal (2026): Civil + Criminal Schedule Guide

Court Fee in Nepal (2026): Civil + Criminal Schedule Guide

A 2026 practitioner's guide to court fee in Nepal — the ad valorem and flat-fee schedule under the National Civil Procedure Code 2074 read with the Court Fees framework, appeal and revision fees, fees on counter-claims and set-off, refunds on withdrawal or mediation, and the pauper application route for fee waiver under the Legal Aid framework.

  • April 02, 2025
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