General Counsel: Mithun Gerahalli

Mithun Gerahalli, appointed as Additional Advocate General for the State of Karnataka in 2026, is a distinguished lawyer whose practice spans the High Court of Karnataka and the Supreme Court of India. His elevation to this office affirmed his standing at the Bar: as Additional Advocate General, he represents the government before the constitutional courts and advises on complex questions of public administration and governance, a role reserved for counsel of proven judgment and constitutional depth.
Founding Partner of Gerahalli Law Offices, Mr. Gerahalli has built a distinguished career across property and land law, consumer protection, housing regulation, and commercial litigation. He is widely regarded for his command of consumer rights, particularly in matters of land and housing, and serves as a trusted advisor to builders and apartment owners’ associations navigating legal transitions and regulatory compliance. His counsel is sought precisely where technical rigor must meet real-world stakes.
His authority is genuinely cross-jurisdictional. Admitted to practice not only in India but also in New York State, USA, and in England and Wales, Mr. Gerahalli brings a global legal perspective to every matter he undertakes, a rare breadth that situates domestic questions within an international frame.
At the Bengaluru School of Law and Justice, Mr. Gerahalli serves as general counsel and as a valued member of the Management Committee, where his constitutional, civil, and public-law experience enriches the institution’s academic and professional life. In mentoring the next generation of public-spirited lawyers, he offers students a direct line of sight into the highest levels of legal practice and the responsibilities that accompany service before the courts.