On June 3, 2025, I saw a job post on Facebook and contacted the person via Telegram. They promised a 30,000+ NPR salary and asked for my bank account code. I gave it believing it was part of the job. Afterwards, 8 lakhs NPR were deposited into my account and transferred to another account by that person. I did withdraw 45,000 NPR myself. Now, someone has filed a case against me demanding the money back. I have all evidence, including Facebook posts, Telegram chats, and bank statements. Please advise me on how to protect myself and respond to this case.
Advocate Aastha Lohanee
Senior Associate | Sunshine Law Firm
LL.M. Candidate – Corporate & Criminal Law, National Law College
Professional Profile
I am a dynamic and result-oriented legal professional obtained licence from Nepal Bar Council with extensive experience across litigation, corporate law, and public governance. Currently a Senior Associate at Sunshine Law Firm, I have consistently provided strategic legal counsel and robust representation in corporate,family, divorse, civil, criminal, and procurement-related matters. I am actively involved in arbitration, mediation, and litigation before courts and quasi-judicial bodies. Works At Law Firm in Nepal.
With a 5 years B.A. LL.B. from Nepal Law Campus with specialization on criminal,forensic science, forensic medicine and currently pursuing an LL.M. in Corporate and Criminal Law at National Law College, I bring both academic rigor and practical insight into legal problem-solving.
My previous engagements with the Kathmandu Metropolitan City, in collaboration with municipal leaders including Mayor Balen Shah and Deputy Mayor Sunita Dangol, have offered me unique experience in legal frameworks of local governance, municipal regulation, and administrative compliance.
I strive to deliver clear, client-focused legal solutions while maintaining the highest standards of professional integrity and legal ethics.
Areas of Practice
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Corporate and Commercial Law
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Criminal Defense & White-Collar Crime
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Civil and Family Disputes
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Procurement and Government Contract Law
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Dispute Resolution (Mediation, Arbitration, Litigation)
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Municipal and Regulatory Compliance
Education
Master of Laws (LL.M.) – Corporate & Criminal Law (Ongoing)
National Law College
Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Laws (B.A. LL.B.)
Nepal Law Campus, Tribhuvan University
Focus: Corporate, Criminal, Civil, Family, Divorce, Court marriage, Procedural & Procurement Law
Professional Experience
Senior Associate
Sunshine Law Firm
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Lead legal counsel for complex litigation and arbitration proceedings
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Drafting and vetting of high-value commercial contracts and procurement agreements
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Advisory on compliance, regulatory frameworks, and corporate restructuring
Legal Consultant – Municipal Legal Affairs
Kathmandu Metropolitan City
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Legal advisor on urban development policies and enforcement mechanisms
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Drafted and reviewed municipal legal frameworks in coordination with city leadership
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Provided ward-level legal services, public dispute resolution, and administrative counsel
Key Projects & Engagements
1. Commercial Contract Dispute – Arbitration Victory (2023)
Led arbitration proceedings on behalf of a local construction firm in a multi-million-rupee contract dispute involving delays and penalties under a government tender. Successfully negotiated a partial settlement and secured favorable final award for the client.
2. Municipal Legal Reform – Kathmandu Metropolitan City (2022)
Collaborated with the Legal Division of the City Office under the leadership of Mayor Balen Shah to review and propose amendments to outdated by-laws governing urban land use, property registration, and construction permits.
3. Criminal Defense in Financial Fraud Case (2023)
Defended a client in a high-profile financial fraud case involving allegations of embezzlement and forgery. Successfully reduced charges through strategic plea bargaining and presentation of mitigating evidence.
4. Civil Litigation – Property Dispute Resolution (2021–2022)
Represented clients in a family land dispute spanning three generations. Achieved a favorable judgment on partition and succession rights through meticulous documentation and legal argumentation in District Court.
5. Local Governance Support – Ward 31 Legal Advisory (2021)
Provided legal support to Ward No. 31 in Kathmandu on local ordinance enforcement and dispute resolution mechanisms. Assisted in community mediation, legal literacy initiatives, and regulatory compliance oversight.
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