In a significant development, the Supreme Court of India has designated six former High Court judges as senior advocates, acknowledging their expertise and contributions to the judiciary. This rare honor was bestowed during a full court meeting on April 1, highlighting their transition back to legal practice after retirement.
The esteemed judges recognized with this senior designation are:
Shri Ambadas Haribhau Joshi, Former Judge, High Court of Bombay
Shri Chander Shekhar, Former Judge, High Court of Delhi
Shri Cyril Thamarai Selvam, Former Judge, High Court of Madras
Shri Prithviraj Keshavrao Chavan, Former Judge, High Court of Bombay
Shri Rajbir Sehrawat, Former Judge, High Court of Punjab and Haryana
Shri Raj Mohan Singh, Former Judge, High Court of Madhya Pradesh.
Each of these jurists has had a distinguished career on the bench, and their selection reflects the high regard in which they are held by the apex court.
The designation of senior advocate is accorded selectively, based on a combination of factors including the individual’s ability, standing at the Bar, and special knowledge or experience in law. It grants them a distinct status in the legal system, allowing them to contribute further to the field of law with their enriched experience and insights.
