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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

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Theories of Punishment in Nepal

Theories of Punishment in Nepal

This article explores the major theories of punishment in Nepal, including retributive, deterrent, preventive, and reformative models. It examines their application in the legal system and highlights how Nepal is shifting towards more rehabilitative justice. The discussion includes challenges such as overcrowded prisons, resource shortages, and the need for reform in correctional systems. Learn how these theories shape laws, sentencing, and rehabilitation policies in Nepal’s modern legal framework.

  • April 02, 2025
Performance of Contract in Nepal

Performance of Contract in Nepal

This article explains the legal aspects of contract performance in Nepal under the National Civil Code, 2017. It covers modes, time, place, and parties responsible for fulfilling contractual duties, along with exceptions such as impossibility or mutual release. Understanding contract performance helps ensure legal certainty, reduce disputes, and protect the rights of all parties involved in both business and personal transactions. The article provides practical insights into how, when, and by whom a contract should be performed, with references to key legal provisions and situations where performance may be excused.

  • April 02, 2025
Understanding Breach of Contract and Legal Remedies in Nepal

Understanding Breach of Contract and Legal Remedies in Nepal

A breach of contract occurs when one party fails to fulfill obligations outlined in a contract. Under Nepal’s National Civil Code, 2017, breaches are categorized as actual or anticipatory, triggering the right to seek legal remedies. These remedies include formal court processes, informal methods like arbitration and mediation, or even self-help options in financial agreements. The nature of the breach determines whether the aggrieved party may claim compensation or specific performance or cancel the contract. This article explores breach types, legal definitions, and available actions, helping individuals and businesses understand their contractual rights and protect their legal interests.

  • April 04, 2025
Legal Remedies for Breach of Contract in Nepal

Legal Remedies for Breach of Contract in Nepal

Remedies for breach of contract in Nepal provide legal recourse when a party fails to fulfill contractual duties. The National Civil Code, 2017 outlines solutions such as damages, specific performance, injunctions, restitution, and the doctrine of unjust enrichment. Victims can choose formal court actions or alternative dispute resolution methods like arbitration or mediation. These remedies uphold fairness, ensure justice, and protect the rights of aggrieved parties. Whether you're seeking compensation, cancellation, or equitable enforcement, understanding these remedies helps maintain trust and accountability in contractual relationships in both commercial and personal contexts.

  • April 04, 2025
Provision relating to illegal detention in Nepal

Provision relating to illegal detention in Nepal

Illegal detention infringes upon fundamental human rights, violating personal liberty without legal justification. In Nepal, the Constitution and the Muluki Penal Code 2074 outline protections against such unlawful acts. Victims can seek immediate relief through the writ of habeas corpus, compelling authorities to justify detentions. Alpine Law Associates offers expert legal assistance to navigate these complex issues, ensuring justice and upholding individual freedoms. This article delves into the legal frameworks addressing illegal detention in Nepal and the remedies available to those affected.

  • May 04, 2025
नेपालमा सम्बन्ध विच्छेदको प्रकृया

नेपालमा सम्बन्ध विच्छेदको प्रकृया

नेपालमा सम्बन्ध विच्छेद (डिभोर्स) मुलुकी देवानी संहिता, २०७४ अनुसार कानुनी प्रक्रिया हो, जसले वैवाहिक सम्बन्धलाई अन्त्य गर्छ। यो प्रक्रिया पति वा पत्नीले अदालतमा निवेदन दर्ता गरेर सुरु हुन्छ, जसमा मिलापत्र प्रयास, सम्पत्ति बाँडफाँड, र भरणपोषणको व्यवस्था समावेश हुन्छ। सम्बन्ध विच्छेदका लागि विभिन्न आधारहरू छन्, जस्तै अलग बसाइ, शारीरिक वा मानसिक हिंसा, व्यभिचार, आदि। Alpine Law Associates ले तपाईंलाई सम्बन्ध विच्छेदको सम्पूर्ण प्रक्रिया, आवश्यक कागजातहरू, र कानुनी सल्लाह प्रदान गर्दछ, ताकि तपाईंको अधिकार सुरक्षित रहोस्।

  • May 04, 2025
Public, Private and Non-Profit Companies in Nepal

Public, Private and Non-Profit Companies in Nepal

This article provides a comprehensive overview of the various types of companies in Nepal, as defined by the Companies Act, 2063 (2006). It delves into the characteristics of private limited companies, public limited companies, and non-profit organizations, highlighting their formation processes, regulatory requirements, and roles in the Nepalese economy. Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, or legal professional, this guide offers valuable insights into the corporate structures that drive business and social initiatives in Nepal.

  • May 04, 2025