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| style="width: 70%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |MBA (Foreign Trade), LL.B.
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| style="width: 70%; background-color: #f9f9f9; padding: 5px; vertical-align: top;" |1989–present
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'''Jayprakash B. Somani''' is an Indian advocate practicing at the Supreme Court of India, an author, and a legal expert. With a career spanning over three decades, he has significantly contributed to the legal fraternity, both as a practitioner and a thought leader.

== Early Life and Education ==
Jayprakash B. Somani holds an MBA in Foreign Trade and a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.). His academic background has allowed him to merge legal expertise with a comprehensive understanding of business and commerce.

== Legal Career ==
Somani has been practicing law since 1989 and specializes in various legal domains, including:
* Civil Law
* Criminal Law
* Corporate Law
* Family Law
* Property Law
* Service Law
* Taxation Law
* Banking Law
* Recruitment Law
* Insolvency Law

He has successfully represented clients in landmark cases and has contributed to several reported judgments. He is also a Certified Insolvency Professional and an Independent Director, expanding his professional expertise.

== JSAS Law Firm ==
Jayprakash B. Somani is the founder of '''JSAS (Jayprakash Somani Advocates & Solicitors)''', where he leads a team of 13 associates, including five [[Advocate-on-Record|Advocates-on-Record]] (AOR). Under his leadership, the firm has gained prominence in various legal fields, providing comprehensive legal solutions.

== Contributions to Literature ==
Somani has authored approximately 60 books on Supreme Court case laws, available on platforms such as Amazon and Flipkart. Some of his notable books include:
* ''Supreme Court of India’s Leading Case Laws on Insolvency & Bankruptcy Code 2016''
* ''Bail Matters – Supreme Court’s Latest Leading Case Laws''
* ''Arbitration Matters - Supreme Court’s Latest Leading Case Laws''
* ''Property Matters - Supreme Court’s Latest Leading Case Laws''
* ''Matrimonial Matters - Supreme Court’s Latest Leading Case Laws''
* ''Election Matters - Supreme Court’s Latest Leading Case Laws''
* ''SEBI Matters - Supreme Court’s Latest Leading Case Laws''
* ''Banking Matters - Supreme Court’s Latest Leading Case Laws''
* ''Service Matters - Supreme Court’s Latest Leading Case Laws''
* ''Contempt of Court Matters - Supreme Court’s Latest Leading Case Laws''
* ''Consumer Protection Matters - Supreme Court’s Latest Leading Case Laws''
* ''Corporate Law - Supreme Court’s Latest Leading Case Laws''
* ''Supreme Court’s AOR Exam - Leading Cases''
* ''Armed Force Tribunal - Supreme Court’s Latest Leading Case Laws''
* ''Acquittal From 376 - Supreme Court’s Latest Leading Case Laws''

== Social Activities & Participation ==
Adv. Jayprakash B. Somani is actively involved in various social and community initiatives:
* '''Rotary Club''': A member since 1992, currently serving as Vice President of the New Delhi Rotary Club and President Nominee for 2026-2027. He is a four-time Paul Harris Fellow.
* '''Freemasonry''': Member of Dharma Lodge 208, engaging in initiatives promoting moral, ethical, and social development.
* '''Akhil Bhartvarshiya Maheshwari Mahasabha''': Chairman of the Legal Consultation Committee, leading online legal camps and promoting legal literacy.
* '''Akhil Bhartiya Agrawal Sangathan (Delhi Pradesh)''': Vice President, working on education, health, and legal literacy programs.
* '''Bhartiya Jain Sangathana (BJS)''': National Panel Speaker, delivering lectures on law, social justice, and personal growth.

== Leadership Roles ==
Jayprakash B. Somani serves as the President of the '''Nani Palkhivala National Law Club''', an organization dedicated to promoting legal awareness and excellence in the field of law.

== Awards and Recognition ==
Somani has received multiple awards for his contributions to law and society, including:
* '''Priyadarshini Indira Gandhi National Award''' (2014, New Delhi)
* '''Entrepreneur of the Year Award''' (10 August 2017, New Delhi)
* '''Global Achievers’ Award''' (27 April 2018, Dubai)
* '''National Lawyer of the Year''' by Insight Success Magazine (August 2021)
* '''Bharatiya Jai Sanghatan’s National Award''' (2012)
* '''Mahakal Group of Institutes Ujjain Award''' (2012)
* '''Yugul Dharma Sangh Pune Award''' (2014)
* '''Guru Shree Shantivijai Jain College for Women Award''' (6 September 2011, Chennai)
* '''Ahmadnagar Maheshwari Samaj Award''' (2017)
* '''Hyderabad Karnataka Chamber of Commerce & Industries Award''' (2018)
* '''E. TV Marathi Sanwad Award''' (2015)
* '''Mahakoshal Chamber of Commerce and Industries Award''' (2012, Jabalpur MP)
* '''Rotary District 3131 Governor’s Award''' (2015, Pune)
* '''Akhil Bharatvarshiya Yuva Sanghatan Award''' (21 August 2011)
* '''Mahesh Bank Hyderabad Award''' (14 July 2014)
* '''Thana Jilha Maheshawari Sabha Award''' (2014)
* '''Maheshawari Samaj Shevgaon Award''' (15 June 2024)

== See Also ==
* Supreme Court of India
* Legal profession in India
* Insolvency and Bankruptcy Code, 2016