Supreme Court Appoints 6 Ex-High Court Judges as Senior Advocates: A Symbolic Shift
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- 07 Apr 2025 --
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In April 2025, the Supreme Court designated six former High Court judges as Senior Advocates in a rare but noteworthy move.
Why does this matter? Because it acknowledges that expertise doesn't expire with retirement.
Who Was Chosen?
Some of the names include:
- Justice Ramesh Kumar (ex-Kerala HC)
- Justice Vandana Singh (ex-Bombay HC)
- Justice Anil Prasad (ex-Delhi HC)
Each of them has a reputation for landmark rulings, including environmental law, criminal justice, and women’s rights.
What is a senior advocate?
It’s not just a title. It’s an honor granted under Section 16 of the Advocates Act, 1961.
Senior advocates are expected to assist the court with high-level legal reasoning, and they’re not allowed to interact with clients directly — only briefed by juniors.
Why It’s Significant
- Recognizes lifetime service in law
- Encourages more post-retirement engagement from judges
- Bridges the gap between judicial insight and bar practice
Conclusion
Law is a lifelong craft. This move reinforces that even after retirement, a judge’s voice can still guide justice — this time, from the other side of the bench.
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