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Chief Justice Dr. D.Y. Chandrachud
Appointed Judge of the Supreme Court of India on 13 May 2016.
Chief Justice of the Allahabad High Court from 31 October 2013 until appointment to the Supreme Court.
Judge of the Bombay High Court from 29 March 2000 until appointment as Chief Justice of the Allahabad High Court. Director of Maharashtra Judicial Academy.
Additional Solicitor General of India from 1998 until appointment as a Judge.
Designated as Senior Advocate by the Bombay High Court in June 1998.
Practised law at the Supreme Court of India and the Bombay High Court.
Visiting Professor of Comparative Constitutional Law at the University of Mumbai. Visiting Professor at Oklahoma University School of Law, USA.
Delivered lectures at the Australian National University, Harvard Law School, Yale Law School and the University of Witwatersrand, South Africa. Speaker at conferences organised by bodies of the United Nations including United Nations High Commission on Human Rights, International Labour Organisation and United Nations Environmental Program, the World Bank and Asian Development Bank.
Obtained LLM degree and a Doctorate in Juridical Sciences (SJD) from Harvard Law School, USA.
BA with Honours in Economics from St Stephen's College, New Delhi. LLB from Campus Law Centre, Delhi University.
Justice Sanjiv Khanna
Born on 14th May, 1960, he had his early education in Delhi before graduating from the University of Delhi in 1980. After studing Law from the Campus Law Centre, University of Delhi, he was enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council of Delhi in 1983. Beginning his practice in the District Courts at Tis Hazari in Delhi, he soon shifted and primarily practiced in the Delhi High Court. His field of work was wide and varied from writ petitions in public law matters, direct tax appeals, income tax prosecutions, arbitration cases, commercial suits, environment and pollution laws matters, besides medical negligence cases before consumer forums and company law cases before the Company Law Board. As an Additional Public Prosecutor representing the Government of Delhi and Amicus Curie, he had argued criminal cases in the Delhi High Court. On appointment as the Senior Standing Counsel he had appeared and argued cases for the Income Tax Department for about seven years. In 2004, he was appointed as the Standing Counsel (Civil) for the Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi in the Delhi High Court.
On 24th June, 2005 he was elevated as an additional Judge of the Delhi High Court and became a permanent Judge of the Delhi High Court on 20th February, 2006.
He was elevated as a Judge of the Supreme Court of India on 18th January, 2019.
Justice Bhushan Ramkrishna Gavai
Born on 24th November, 1960 at Amravati. Joined Bar on 16th March, 1985. Worked with late Bar. Raja S. Bhonsale, former Advocate General and Judge of High Court, till 1987. Practiced independently at Bombay High Court from 1987 to 1990. After 1990, practised mainly before Nagpur Bench of Bombay High Court. Practised in Constitutional Law and Administrative Law. Was Standing Counsel for Municipal Corporation of Nagpur, Amravati Municipal Corporation and Amravati University. Appeared regularly for various autonomous bodies and Corporations like SICOM, DCVL etc. and various Municipal Councils in Vidarbha region. Was appointed as Assistant Government Pleader and Additional Public Prosecutor in the High Court of Judicature at Bombay, Nagpur Bench, from August, 1992 to July, 1993. Was appointed as Government Pleader and Public Prosecutor for Nagpur Bench on 17th January, 2000. Was elevated as Additional Judge of the High Court on 14th November, 2003. Became a permanent Judge of the Bombay High Court on 12th November, 2005. Presided over Benches having all types of assignments at the Principal Seat at Mumbai as well as Benches at Nagpur, Aurangabad and Panaji. Elevated as a Judge of the Supreme Court of India on 24th May, 2019. Due to retire on 23rd November, 2025.
Justice Surya Kant
Born on 10th February, 1962 at Hisar (Haryana) in a middle class family. Graduated from Government Post Graduate College, Hisar in 1981. Earned Bachelor's degree in Law in 1984 from Maharishi Dayanand University, Rohtak. Started practicing Law at the District Court, Hisar in 1984. Shifted to Chandigarh in 1985 to practice in the Punjab and Haryana High Court. Specialised in Constitutional, Service and Civil matters. Represented a number of Universities, Boards, Corporations, Banks and also the High Court itself. Earned distinction of being appointed the youngest Advocate General of Haryana on July 7, 2000. Designated as Senior Advocate in March, 2001. Held the office of Advocate General, Haryana till his elevation as a permanent Judge to the Punjab and Haryana High Court on January 09, 2004. Was nominated as a Member of the Governing Body of National Legal Services Authority on February 23, 2007 for two consecutive terms till February 22, 2011. Presently a Member of various Committees of Indian Law Institute - a deemed university under the aegis of Hon'ble Supreme Court of India. Earned another distinction of standing First Class First in his Master's degree in Law in 2011 from the Directorate of Distance Education, Kurukshetra University, Kurkshetra. Has also organised and attended various prestegious National/International Conferences. Assumed charge of the office of the Chief Justice of the High Court of Himachal Pradesh with effect from 05th October, 2018. Elevated as a Judge of the Supreme Court of India on 24th May, 2019. Due to retire on 09th February, 2027.
Justice Aniruddha Bose
Born on 11th April, 1959.
Passed Higher Secondary Examination from St. Lawrence High School, Kolkata.
Graduated in Commerce stream from St. Xavier's College in Kolkata.
LL.B. from Surendranath Law College.
After the enrollment started practise on Constitutional, Civil and Intellectual Property matters in the Calcutta High Court in 1985.
Worked in the Original Side as well as the Appellate Side of the High Court.
Elevated as permanent Judge of the Calcutta High Court in January 2004.
Elevated as Chief Justice of Jharkhand High Court on 11 August 2018.
Elevated as Judge of Supreme Court of India on 24th May, 2019.
Justice Ajjikuttira Somaiah Bopanna
Born on 20th May, 1959.
He enrolled as an advocate on November 21, 1984 and practised Civil, Constitutional, Company, Service and Labour matters in the High Court as well as the Civil and Labour Courts.
He also worked as legal advisor to Central Public Sector Undertakings and worked as Additional Central Government Standing Counsel from 1999 onwards till 2005.
He was appointed as an Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka on January 6, 2006 and became a permanent judge on March 1, 2007.
He was elevated as Chief Justice of Gauhati High Court on Octoer 29, 2018.
He was elevated as a judge of the Supreme Court of India on May 24, 2019.
He is due to retire on May 19, 2024.
Justice Hrishikesh Roy
On 23rd September, 2019, Justice Hrishikesh Roy took oath as a Judge of the Supreme Court. He served as the 35th Chief Justice of the High Court of Kerala since 8th August, 2018. Earlier on 29.05.2018, he was transferred from the Gauhati High Court.
Justice Hrishikesh Roy was born on 1st February 1960. He obtained his LL.B Degree from Campus Law Centre, University of Delhi in 1982. On 21.12.2004, he was designated as Senior Advocate, by the Gauhati High Court.
Justice Roy was sworn-in as an Additional Judge of Gauhati High Court on 12.10.2006 and served as permanent Judge with effect from 15.07.2008. In Assam, while heading the Mediation Monitoring Committee, the film Shako (Bridge) was produced and this film was used as a training tool in the Mediation programmes. The Arunachal Pradesh Legal Services authority led by Justice Roy, produced Apne Ajnabi, a short film on the theme of racial prejudice and the film is about how legal help can be provided for the needy, under the Legal Services Authority Act, 1987.
As the Executive Head of the Assam State Legal Services Authority, Justice Roy had implemented the Reach Out & Respond programme, to facilitate access to justice, for the marginalised sections of Assam. He was spearheading the training programmes for the Judicial Officers under the Gauhati High Court and was nominated as a member of the National Judicial Academic Council, headed by the Chief Justice of India. For about 10 years the News Letter ATMAN was published regularly for the Gauhati High Court under Justice Roy's editorship.
Justice Abhay S. Oka
Mr. Justice Abhay Shreeniwas Oka: Born on 25th May, 1960. Did B.Sc., LL.M. (University Of Bombay). Enrolled as an Advocate on 28th June, 1983. Started practising in Thane District Court in the chamber of his father Shreeniwas W. Oka. In 1985-86, he joined the chamber of Shri V. P. Tipnis, a former Judge of the Bombay High Court and former LokAyukta. Appeared in several important matters and in public interest litigations. Elevated as Additional Judge of the Bombay High Court on 29th August, 2003. Appointed as a permanent Judge from 12th November 2005. His Lordship took oath as The Chief Justice of High Court of Karnataka on 10th May 2019 and His Lordship took oath as Judge of Supreme Court of India on 31st August 2021.
Justice Vikram Nath
Name: Hon’ble Mr. Justice Vikram Nath
Source: Bar
Date of Birth: 24/09/1962
Initial Joining: 24/09/2004
Joining at Allahabad: 24/09/2004
Served at Allahabad Upto :09/09/2019
Graduated in Science in the year 1983 and Law in the year 1986.
Enrolled as an advocate 30/03/1987.
Practised in Allahabad High Court.
Elevated as Additional Judge on 24/09/2004. Took oath as permanent Judge on 27/02/2006.
Elevated as Chief Justice Gujarat High Court and take oath on 10/09/2019.
Justice J.K. Maheshwari
His Lordship was born on June 29, 1961 in a small town of Jaura, District Morena (M.P.). His Lordship graduated in Arts (Hons.) in 1982 and passed LL.B. in 1985, then completed LL.M degree from Jiwaji University, Gwalior in 1991. His Lordship is also pursuing his Ph.D. in "Medical Mal-practice in reference to the State of M.P.".
His Lordship was enrolled as an Advocate with the State Bar Council of Madhya Pradesh on November 22, 1985 and practiced in Civil, Criminal,Constitutional, Service and Tax matters in the High Court of Madhya Pradesh mainly at Gwalior Bench and Principal Seat at Jabalpur and the Supreme Court of India. His Lordship appeared before CAT regularly and various other tribunals in the State of Madhya Pradesh.
His Lordship was also Member of M.P. State Bar Council since the year 2002 till elevation and was the Chairman of Disciplinary Committee, Gwalior Bench and worked in various other committees of M.P. State Bar Council.
His Lordship was elevated as Additional Judge of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh on November 25, 2005 and made permanent on November 25, 2008.
In the State of M.P. Hon’ble Chief Justice constituted various committees to assign the administrative works and responsibilities to the Hon’ble Judges. His Lordship held responsibilities in various committees as assigned by the Hon’ble Chief Justice from time to time giving details of all those is not feasible. His lordship was mainly Member, Administrative Committee No. 1 (Higher Judicial Service); Chairperson/Member, Building Committee for Building Construction and Maintenance; Chairperson/Member, Finance Committee, Chairperson, Juvenile Justice Committee, M.P. High Court for Monitoring the functioning of the Juvenile Justice issues in the State of Madhya Pradesh; Member, Committee to recommend the names of Advocates for their designation as Senior Advocate; Member of Committee which was involved in comprehensive studies and analysis on the Courts of Madhya Pradesh, Past and Present; Various other assignments as assigned by Hon'ble Chief Justice of Madhya Pradesh High Court. His Lordship was also nominated Member of Academic Council, National Law Institute University, Bhopal.
Under the guidance of Hon’ble Juvenile Justice Committee Supreme Court and Hon’ble the Chief Justice of the High Court of M.P. his Lordship had organized three Regional Conferences on "Juvenile Justice & Capacity Building to Ensure Proper Implementation of Law Relating to Child" at Indore, Gwalior and Jabalpur on different dates, having more than 250 participants and stake holders. Further a State Level Conference on "Juvenile Justice and Capacity Building" was organized on 29.07.2017 at National Judicial Academy, Bhopal. The "4th Regional (Western) Round Table Consultation on Effective Implementation of Juvenile Justice Act, 2015 - Focus on Integrated Child Protection Scheme" was also organised under the guidance of Hon’ble the Chief Justice and under the supervision of his Lordship.
His Lordship was invited to deliver the lecture in West Zone Regional Conference for "Enhancing the Excellence of Judicial Institutions: Challenges & Opportunities" held in association with Rajasthan High Court and National Judicial Academy, Bhopal on November 19-20, 2016. His Lordship being Chairman, Juvenile Justice Committee, High Court of M.P. participated in National Level Discussion organized by Hon'ble the Supreme Court of India on December 1st, 2018.
His Lordship participated in National Conference on Women and Children organised by High Court of Judicature at Madras and Tamil Nadu State Judicial Academy on January 21, 2017. His Lordship was nominated by Hon’ble Chief Justice of High Court of Madhya Pradesh to participate in "World Congress on Justice For Children, 2018" organised at UNESCO House, Paris from 28-30 May, 2018. His Lordship also participated in several other conferences/meetings as nominated by Hon'ble Chief Justice of High Court of Madhya Pradesh. His Lordship has attended various conferences of National Judicial Academy, Bhopal and at various other places from time to time as assigned or nominated by Hon’ble the Chief Justice of High Court of M.P.
As Chairman/Member of Construction and Infrastructure Committee of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh in coordination with the State Government lands have been identified and allotted for the High Court and Subordinate Courts and Judicial Academy. Identification of the land for construction of the new building of State Bar Council was also identified and allocated. The building of the District Court Indore was not constructed, though land was allotted and earmarked in the year 2000, due to various disputes. With the coordination of the State Authorities the foundation stone laying ceremony of the District Court, Indore having 154 Court rooms was organized and construction of the new building of District Court has started and is in progress. 3 His Lordship has disposed more than 65,000 cases while sitting in Indore Bench, Gwalior Bench and Principal Seat at Jabalpur and Lok Adalats held by the High Court of Madhya Pradesh from time to time.
His Lordship was transferred as Chief Justice of Andhra Pradesh High Court and assumed office on October 07, 2019 worked till January 05, 2021. His Lordship was the First Chief Justice of newly established Andhra Pradesh High Court. During the short span of 15 months, His Lordship has disposed more than 4500 cases and the works done during the tenure are as under:-
His Lordship had Organized 1st A.P. State Judicial Officers’ Conference on 01.12.2019 at Dr. HH Deichmann & Dr. S. John David Auditorium, ACHARYA NAGARJUNA UNIVERSITY, GUNTUR.
There was no Bungalow for Chief Justice, his Lordship had identified and get completed the construction of Chief Justice Bungalow at Vijaywada Andhra Pradesh.
Under persuasion of his Lordship the site of High Court Guest House was also identified at Nagarjuna University Guntur, which is under construction.
His Lordship had taken steps for the Establishment of Gram Nyayalayas at various stations in the State of Andhra Pradesh.
Rules framed for establishment of Gram Nyayalaya were scripted after discussion with Rules making Committee to draft a fresh Gram Nyayalaya Rules in the State of Andhra Pradesh as per the provision of the Gram Nyayalaya Act, 2000.
For smooth functioning of newly established High Court of Andhra Pradesh many Committees were constituted along with various Sub-Committees.
Sub-Committees were constituted to prepare the draft Rules for Higher Judicial Services, Subordinate Judicial Services and for drafting all the Rules related to High Court and Sub-ordinate Courts and place the same for approval before the Rules making committees.
Sub-Committee consisted of two Retired Judges and one Senior Advocate for preparation of the Andhra Pradesh High Court Rules and Orders was 4 also constituted. In consultation with the Hon’ble the Chief Justice the said Sub-Committees had drafted the Rules under Article 226 of the Constitution, Writ Jurisdiction and other Rules were in progress, thereafter, it shall be placed before the Rules making Committees.
The Sub-Committees were also constituted to prepare the Rules of the High Court Staff, Sub-ordinate Court Staff, Contingent paid staff, High Court and Sub-ordinate Court Ministerial Staff and contingent paid staff.
Gender Sensitization Rules has also been prepared by the Sub-Committee which is required to be finalized by the Rules making Committee.
The guidelines for dealing with complaint against the Judicial Officers in Vigilance Cell were also framed. About 500 complaints of the Judicial Officers have been disposed as per those guidelines which were pending prior to one year of establishment of the High Court.
Departmental Appeal of the staff members of the Sub-ordinate Court were pending before the Committee, however, on amendment of the Standing Order No.113 almost all the Departmental Appeals have been decided.
The Rules were framed for appointment of the Law Clerks and 30 posts were created and the appointments of 22 Law Clerks were made on contract basis. Recruitment for the post of District Judge Entry Level and Civil Judge Junior Division have been made at due course of time.
Necessary steps were taken for recruitment of the High Court staff as well as staff in Sub-ordinate Courts due to bifurcation and establishment of new High Court of Andhra Pradesh on 01.01.2019.
Annual Confidential Reports of more than 2000 judicial officers were pending. The steps to complete those ACRs were taken at due course of time. Thereafter, the steps were to be taken for the purpose of grant of ACPs and super time scale to the Judges and Sub-ordinate staff.
Steps were taken for establishment of the Judicial Academy and the Office of the Legal Services Authority in the State of Andhra Pradesh, though, it was not materialized.
Safety measures were taken to ensure the wellness of the stake holders and duty staff of the High Court and to deal with the Covid-19 situation. 5 Effective steps were taken to issue various Circulars and Advisories at due course of time.
In the High Court of Andhra Pradesh Virtual Court was started on 25.03.2020. It was the first High Court to hear the cases by virtual mode at that time.
During pandemic more than 94,000 cases were heard by Hon’ble Judges during the tenure of His Lordship though the strength was only of 20 Judges. As per the e-Committee Report of the Hon’ble Supreme Court, Andhra Pradesh High Court was the second High Court which heard the highest cases during the pandemic.
Under the guidance of his Lordship ‘e-filing module’ was also developed for online filing of the cases in the High Court and Subordinate Courts during the COVID-19 Pandemic time and the Rules were also framed.
Under the guidance of his Lordship a unique feature of ‘Mobile Internet’ was adopted for the users having slow internet speed to upload the data to NJDG.
His Lordship had Inaugurated -AP School of Law in Vellore Institute of Technology on 10.09.2020.
His Lordship had digitally inaugurated two Court Buildings and one Residential Quarter simultaneously at Nellore, Punganur and Hindupur on 9 th December, 2020.
His Lordship had delivered ‘4th Lavu Venkateswarlu Endowment Lecture’ in Siddhartha Institute of Law.
His Lordship was transferred as the Chief Justice of the High Court of Sikkim on January 06, 2021.
· Appointed as Chancellor of National Academy of Legal Studies and Research [NALSAR] University of Law, Hyderabad,
· Appointed as Judge, Supreme Court of India on 31.08.2021.
Hon'ble Mrs. Justice B.V.Nagarathna: Born on 30-10-1962. Enrolled as an Advocate on 28-10-1987 at Bangalore. Practiced at Bangalore in constitutional law,commercial law,including insurance law,service law,administrative and public law, law pertaining to land and rent laws,family law,conveyancing & drafting of contracts and agreements,arbitration and concillation. Appointed as an Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka on 18-2-2008 and permanent Judge on 17-02-2010.
Born on 06-01-1960. Obtained Law degree from the Government Law College, Kozihkode. Enrolled on 12-07-1986 and started practice at Ernakulam in Civil, Criminal, Service and Labour matters. Worked as Govt.Pleader, Senior Govt.Pleader and Special Govt.Pleader. Sworn-in as Additional Judge of High Court of Kerala on 05-01-2009. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the High Court of Kerala with effect from 15-12-2010.
He was functioning as the President of the Tamil Nadu State Judicial Academy at the time of elevation.
He was elevated as Judge, Supreme Court of India on 31.08.2021.
Date of Birth : 10/06/1960
Int. Appmnt : 17/02/2011
Date of Joining : 09/02/2016
Date of Retirement : 09/06/2022
Source :Service,
Introduction : Elevated to the Bench of High Court of Gujarat as Additional Judge on 17.02.2011.
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Elevated to the Bench of High Court of Gujarat as Additional Judge on 17.02.2011.
Transfered as an Additional Judge, Rajasthan high court at Jodhpur on 27th June 2011.
Transfered as Judge, Gujarat High Court on 09th Feb 2016.
Born on 03 May 1963 to Smt. Satyavati and Late Justice Shri P. Kodanda Ramayya in Hyderabad. Graduated with triple majors in Economics, Political Science, and Public Administration from Nizam College, Hyderabad, and pursued law at the Campus Law Centre, Delhi University, in 1988. Enrolled as an Advocate in the same year and practiced before the High Court, Civil Courts, and Tribunals in Hyderabad and shifted counsel practice to Supreme Court. He appeared in a large number of cases, including that of Constitution Benches, before the Supreme Court. During this time, he was appointed as the commission counsel for the Justice Chinnappa Reddy Commission. He was a member of the Supreme Court Legal Aid Committee.
He was designated as a Senior Advocate by the Full Court of the Supreme Court of India in the year 2008. As a Senior Advocate, he appeared in many public law cases involving constitutional, administrative, and environmental issues. He specialised in laws relating to Telecom, Competition, Electricity, and other Regulatory Jurisdictions. He was the amicus curiae for the Forest Bench and other cases concerning Judicial Appointments, Fast Track courts, and Tribal laws.
He was appointed as the Additional Solicitor General of India in 2014. During that time, he assisted the Court as a Law Officer in several landmark cases, including the NJAC case before the Constitution Bench. He was part of the Indian Supreme Court Delegation to the Canadian Supreme Court, where he presented a paper on extradition and the environment. He had the rare opportunity of leading the Indian team and represented India before the International Tribunal for the Law of the Sea (ITLOS) in Hamburg, Germany. He also represented India before the Permanent Court of Arbitration (PCA), Hague in Investment Treaty Arbitration.
He was part of the Governing Body of the National Legal Services Authority of India (NALSA) and closely associated with the Mediation and Conciliation Project Committee (MCPC) of the Supreme Court of India. As a Law Officer, he was instrumental in constituting and being part of the High-powered Committee suggesting sweeping changes to the Arbitration Act and proposing a mechanism for Institutional Arbitration. He is closely associated with the making of the law on Mediation. He was a member of Committees relating to the restructuring of all Appellate Tribunals and reviewing the legal regime concerning Corporate Social Responsibility. He has also been a member of the Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority (IEPFA). Supreme Court appointed him as a Mediator in the BCCI case. He could successfully mediate between the members and the Board for holding elections and the constitution of an elected body.
He had been on the Executive Council of many National Law Universities and other educational institutions.
Elevated as a Judge of the Supreme Court of India directly from the Bar on 31 August 2021.
Justice Sudhanshu Dhulia
Hon’ble Mr. Justice Sudhanshu Dhulia was born on August 10, 1960.
Did his earlier schooling from Dehradun, Allahabad and Lucknow and graduated from Allahabad University in the year 1981. Completed his Masters in Modern History in the year 1983 and LL.B. in the year 1986.
Initially practiced on the Civil and Constitutional side before the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad.
Later shifted his practice to the newly created High Court of the State of Uttarakhand, at Nainital. Designated as Senior Advocate in June, 2004.
Elevated as a permanent Judge of Uttarakhand High Court on November 01, 2008.
Took oath as the Chief Justice of Gauhati High Court on 10.01.2021.
Justice Dipankar Datta
Transferred as Chief Justice Rajasthan High Court on 14th October, 2022.He is Governor's nominee to the Executive Council of Ch. Charan Singh University, Meerut.He is a trustee of Etawah Hindi Sewa Nidhi and the founder trustee of Justice Narendra Nath Mithal Memorial Foundation, atrust established by his mother in memory of his late father.Elevated to the Supreme Court on 6th February, 2023 and is due to retire on 16th June, 2026.
Justice Ahsanuddin Amanullah
NAME : Hon'ble Mr. Justice Ahsanuddin Amanullah
SOURCE : BAR
DATE OF BIRTH : 11-May-1963
INITIAL JOINING : 20-Jun-2011
JOINING AT PHC : 20-Jun-2011
DATE OF RETIREMENT : 10-May-2025
ADDRESS : Patna High Court
Mr. Justice Ahsanuddin Amanullah, B.Sc. (Chemistry Honours), LLB, was born on llth May, 1963. He enrolled as an Advocate with the Bihar State Bar Council on 27th September, 1991.
He was in regular practice, primarily in the Patna High Court, also appeared before the Supreme Court of India and the High Courts at Delhi, Calcutta and Jharkhand in Constitutional, Civil, Criminal and Service matters specialising in Constitutional and Service Laws. He handled private briefs of writ and other cases concerning Taxation, Co-operative, Labour, Corporate, Forest, Board, Corporation and various matters.
He was Standing Counsel for the Government of Bihar (May 2006 to August 2010) and thereafter Government Advocate for the State of Bihar (August 2010 till elevation). Also appeared before the Central Administrative Tribunal, Commercial Taxes Tribunal, District Courts, District Consumer Disputes Redressal Forum, Board of Revenue etc. He was Counsel for the District Administration before the Dalsingsarai (Samastipur) Firing Enquiry Commission and the Special Counsel for the Income-Tax Department, Government of India in the Jharkhand High Court. Was Amicus Curiae in significant matters.
He was Counsel for the Indian Railways, Unit Trust of India, Union Bank of India, RITES (previously Rail India Technical and Economic Services Limited), Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation Limited (IRCTC), Bihar State Housing Board, Bihar State Electricity Board, Bihar State Textbook Corporation, Bihar State Cooperative Bank Limited, Bihar State Cooperative Marketing Union Limited (BISCOMAUN), Bihar Cooperative Land Development Bank Limited, Bihar State Agricultural Marketing Board, Bihar State Housing Cooperative Federation, Bihar State Credit and Investment Corporation (BICICO), Commercial Taxes Department, Government of Bihar, Magadh University at Bodh Gaya, Veer Kuer Singh University at Arrah, Samsung Corporation (Engineering & Construction Group), Mahindra and Mahindra, Bihar Industrial Area Development Authority and Bihar State Health Society. Served as Counsel for a number of other government organisations, universities, corporate houses and was Legal Advisor to various establishments.
At the request of the Advocate General, Maharashtra, he was specially nominated by the Advocate General, Bihar to represent the State of Maharashtra. He was Assistant Returning Officer for elections to the Bihar State Bar Council in 2002 and the Jharkhand State Bar Council in 2006. As an Advocate, he was invited to address Indian Administrative Service probationers at the Lal Bahadur Shastri National Academy of Administration, Mussoorie. Represented Patna University at the Inter University Moot Court Competition organised by the Bar Council of India Trust at Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla in October, 1989.
Elevated as Judge of the Patna High Court on 20th June, 2011.
Date of Appointment : 6 February 2023
Date of Retirement : 10 May 2028
Justice Manoj Misra
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Manoj Misra
Member Administrative Comm.
Date of Birth : 02/06/1965
Initial Joining : 21/11/2011
Joining at Allahabad : 21/11/2011
Graduated in Law from University of Allahabad in 1988.
Enrolled as an Advocate on Dec 12, 1988.
Practised in Civil, Revenue, Criminal and Constitutional sides at Allahabad High Court.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Nov 21, 2011.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Aug 06, 2013.
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Date of Appointment in Supreme Court : 6 February 2023
Date of Retirement : 1 June 2030
Justice Rajesh Bindal
Time Period:05-Jan-2021 to Present
Justice Rajesh Bindal was born on 16th April, 1961 at Ambala City in the State of Haryana (India). He did LL.B. from Kurukshetra University in 1985 and joined profession in High Court of Punjab & Haryana in September 1985. He represented Chandigarh Administration before Central Administrative Tribunal for more than a decade till 2004. He represented Punjab & Haryana regions of Employees Provident Fund Organization before the High Court and Central Administrative Tribunal from 1992 till his elevation. He remained associated, on behalf of State of Haryana, in settlement of the dispute concerning Satluj Yamuna Water with State of Punjab before Hon’ble Eradi Tribunal and Hon’ble the Supreme Court. He represented Income-tax Department, Haryana region before the High Court. He was elevated as a Judge of High Court of Punjab & Haryana on March 22, 2006. He remained Chairman of the Committee constituted pursuant to Resolution No. 7 adopted in the Chief Justices’ Conference, 2016 for framing Draft Rules for Electronic Evidence and submitted his report to Hon’ble the Supreme Court in November 2018. Being Chairman of a multi-member Committee constituted by Ministry of Women and Child Development to study Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction Bill, 2016, he submitted report accompanied by the recommendations and draft of the Protection of Children (Inter-Country Removal and Retention) Bill, 2018 to the Ministry in April 2018. (https://wcd.nic.in/) During his tenure in Punjab and Haryana High Court, he disposed of around 80,000 cases. Before his transfer to High Court of Jammu and Kashmir, he was heading various Committees including Computer Committee, Arrears Committee. On transfer to High Court of Jammu and Kashmir, he took oath of office on 19th November, 2018. Before his transfer to High Court at Calcutta he was the Chairman of the Finance Committee, Building and Infrastructure Committee, Information Technology Committee, State Court Management Systems Committee in the High Court and also Chairman of J&K State Legal Service Authority. He was also the Chairman of the Committee constituted for conducting assessment for optimal use of technology by NALSA and the State Legal Services Authorities including use of Artificial Intelligence. He was also Member of the Committee constituted to go into the existing framework of Lok Adalats and Mediation and to suggest ways for enhancing operational efficiency and plugging gaps, if any, or better application of these ADR mechanisms for weaker sections of the society. Appointed as Acting Chief Justice of the Common High Court for the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and Union Territory of Ladakh vide Notification No. K.11019/07/2020-US.II dated 8th December,2020. Transferred as a Judge of the High Court at Calcutta vide Notification No. K. 13015/06/2020-US.I dated 31st December,2020 and was sworn in as a Judge of the High Court at Calcutta on January 5, 2021. Appointed to perform the duties of the office of the Chief Justice of the High Court at Calcutta with effect from 29th April, 2021 vide Notification No. K-11019/04/2021-US.II dated 27.04.2021.
Elevated as Judge of the Supreme Court of India on May 19, 2023.
· Born on 26th May 1966.
· Father Shri K.V. Venkataraman and Mother Mrs. Lalitha Venkataraman.
· Married to Mrs. Jaishree Viswanathan; Two daughters.
· Studied at Arokiamatha Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Pollachi; Sainik School Amaravathinagar and at St. Joseph’s Higher Secondary School, Ooty.
· Graduated with first rank from the Coimbatore Law College, Bharathiar University, Coimbatore as part of the first batch of the five-year law course (1983 – 1988) and obtained the Degree of Bachelor of Laws.
· Enrolled as an Advocate on the roll of the Bar Council of Tamil Nadu on 28th October 1988 and transferred to the roll of the Bar Council of Delhi
· Attended the Chambers of late Shri K. A. Ramachandran, a leading criminal lawyer at Combatore during college days between 1983 and 1988.
· Later joined the Chambers of Mr. C. S. Vaidyanathan, Senior Advocate and former Additional Solicitor General, at New Delhi from November, 1988 and worked till October, 1990. Assisted him in important cases before the Supreme Court, the Delhi High Court and various subordinate Courts and Tribunals in Delhi.
· Chambered with Mr. K. K. Venugopal, Senior Advocate and former Attorney General for India, from November, 1990 to June, 1995 and appeared with him in important cases before the Supreme Court and High Courts.
· Attended the Program of Instruction for Lawyers at the Harvard Law School, Boston, Massachusetts in June, 2002.
· Designated as a Senior Advocate by the Full Court of the Supreme Court of India on 28th April 2009.
· Appointed as the Additional Solicitor General of India on 26th August 2013 and held the position till May, 2014.
· During the course of his practice appeared before the Supreme Court of India and several High Courts across the country. As a Senior Advocate and as Additional Solicitor General, appeared in wide range of matters on diverse subjects of law, including several appearances before the Constitution Benches of the Supreme Court.
· Appeared as amicus curiae in several important matters before the Supreme Court.
· Has been a Member of the National Legal Services Authority [NALSA].
· Has been a member of the Supreme Court Legal Services Committee.
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Justice Ujjal Bhuyan Born on 2nd August, 1964 at Guwahati.His father Suchendra Nath Bhuyan was a Senior Advocate and a former Advocate General of Assam. Did his schooling in Don Bosco High School, Guwahati and thereafter studied in Cotton College, Guwahati. After graduating in Arts from Kirori Mal College, Delhi, he obtained his LL.B. degree from Government Law College, Guwahati and LL.M. degree from Gauhati University, Guwahati. Was enrolled on 20-03-1991 with the Bar Council of Assam, Nagaland, Meghalaya, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh. Had practiced before the Principal Seat of the Gauhati High Court at Guwahati and appeared before the Agartala, Shillong, Kohima and Itanagar Benches of the Gauhati High Court. Also practiced before the Central Administrative Tribunal, Guwahati Bench and the Assam Board of Revenue. Appeared before the Labour Court, Guwahati, various Civil Courts and the State Consumer Forum, Arunachal Pradesh. He was the Standing Counsel of the Income Tax Department for long 16 years starting as Junior Standing Counsel since May, 1995 and subsequently appointed as Senior Standing Counsel of the Income Tax Department on 03-12-2008. He was the Additional Government Advocate, Meghalaya in the Principal Seat of the Gauhati High Court from April, 2002 to October, 2006. He was engaged as Special Counsel of the Forest Department, Government of Arunachal Pradesh from December, 2005 to April, 2009. Appointed as Standing Counsel of Gauhati High Court on 03-03-2010. Designated as Senior Advocate by the Gauhati High Court on 06-09-2010. He was appointed as Additional Advocate General, Assam on 21-07-2011. Was a member of Gauhati High Court Bar Association, Lawyers Association, Guwahati, Bar Association of India, All India Federation of Tax Practitioners and Indian Law Institute, Assam Chapter. Appointed as Additional Judge of Gauhati High Court on 17th October, 2011 and confirmed on 20th March, 2013. He was also the Executive Chairman of Mizoram State Legal Services Authority. Justice Ujjal Bhuyan was closely associated with the Judicial Academy, Assam and National Law University, Guwahati. Transferred to Bombay High Court and took oath as Judge of Bombay High Court on 03.10.2019. After a two year stint at Mumbai, transferred to Telangana High Court and took oath as Judge of Telangana High Court on 22.10.2021. He is also the Executive Chairman of Telangana State Legal Services Authority. Justice Ujjal Bhuyan was closely associated with the Judicial Academy, Assam and National Law University, Guwahati. Transferred to Bombay High Court and took oath as Judge of Bombay High Court on 03.10.2019. After a two year stint at Mumbai, transferred to Telangana High Court and took oath as Judge of Telangana High Court on 22.10.2021. He is also the Executive Chairman of Telangana State Legal Services Authority. Appointed as Chief Judge of High Court for the State of Telangana, Sworn-in and assumed charge as such on of 28-06-2022 at Rajbhavan, Hyderabad. On 05-07-2023, the Supreme Court Collegium had recommended the appointment of His Lordship as a Judge of the Supreme Court of India, whereafter His Lordship was elevated as a Judge of the Supreme Court of India on 14.07.2023. Born on 06.05.1962. Obtained Bachelor's Degree in Law from Jagadguru Renukacharya College, Bangalore. Enrolled on 21.01.1987 in the Bar Council of Andhra Pradesh and started practice in the High Court of Judicature of AP at Hyderabad. On 12th April, 2013 was sworn-in as Additional Judge of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh. Appointed as Judge of the High Court of Judicature at Hyderabad for the State of Telangana and the State of Andhra Pradesh and assumed charge as such on 01.06.2014. Upon bifurcation and establishment of High Court of Judicature of Andra Pradesh at Amaravathi on 01.01.2019, was sworn-in as a judge of Andra Pradesh High Court and later on transferred and appointed as Judge of the High Court of Kerala w.e.f. 19.03.2019. Hon’ble Mr. Justice Satish Chandra Sharma, B.Sc., LL.B
Born on 30th November, 1961 at Bhopal, Madhya Pradesh. Father, Dr. B. N. Sharma, apart from being known as a well established agriculturalist, was also a renowned professor of Jabalpur University and subsequently the Vice Chancellor of Barkatullah University, Bhopal. Mother Smt. Shanti Sharma was a Principal in Maharani Lakshmibai Higher Secondary School and also worked as District Education Officer at Jabalpur before retirement. Started schooling from Christ Church Boys Higher Secondary School and passed 10th standard and 12th standard from Central School, Jabalpur. Enrolled as a student of Bachelor of Science in 1979 at Dr. Hari Singh Gour University, Sagar. Secured degree of Bachelor of Science in the year 1981 with distinction in three subjects.
Awarded National Merit Scholarship for Post Graduate Studies. Enrolled as a student of law in Dr. Hari Singh Gour University, Sagar in 1981. Graduated on top of the class and obtained LL.B. degree in 1984 with three university Gold Medals. Enrolled as an advocate on 1st September, 1984. Practiced in Constitutional, Service, Civil and Criminal matters before the High Court of Madhya Pradesh at Jabalpur. Was appointed Additional Central Government Counsel on 28th May, 1993 and was appointed senior panel counsel by Government of India on 28the June, 2004. In 2003, he was designated as a Senior Advocate by the High Court of Madhya Pradesh at the young age of 42, being one of the youngest senior advocates of Madhya Pradesh High Court.
Elevated as an Additional Judge of Madhya Pradesh High Court on 18th January, 2008. Appointed as a Permanent Judge on 15th January, 2010. Justice S.C. Sharma is an avid reader and is also known for his contributions to various Universities. He is associated with National Law universities. He is also on the Advisory Board of National Law Institute University, Bhopal and India International University of Legal Education and Research, Goa and has published numerous research articles and papers.
Transferred to Karnataka High Court as Judge on 31st December, 2020 and took oath on 4th January, 2021. He was later appointed as Acting Chief Justice of Karnataka High Court on 31st August, 2021. He was elevated as Chief Justice of Telangana High Court on 11th October, 2021 and transferred to Delhi High Court as Chief Justice and took oath of office on 28th June, 2022.
Elevated as Judge of the Supreme Court of India on 09.11.2023.
Justice Augustine George Masih
Born on March 12, 1963 at Ropar [Punjab]. After initial schooling in St.Mary’s Convent School, Kasauli (H.P.), completed school education from Saifuddin Tahir High School, Aligarh. Graduated in Science [Honours] and then LL.B. (Hons.) from Aligarh Muslim University at Aligarh. Enrolled as an Advocate on the rolls of Bar Council of Punjab & Haryana Bar Council on June 06, 1987. Practiced on both Original and Appellate sides in the field of Constitution Law, Service Law, Labour Law, Civil Law, etc. Also appeared in the Supreme Court, High Courts of Punjab and Haryana, Delhi, Himachal Pradesh, and various other Courts and Tribunals. Held the posts of Assistant Advocate General, Deputy Advocate General, Additional Advocate General in the office of Advocate General, Punjab. Sworn in as Additional Judge of Punjab & Haryana High Court on July 10, 2008 and as a Permanent Judge on January 14, 2011.
Date of Birth : 11.01.1963
Educational Qualification : B. Sc., LL.B.
Residential Address : House No. 43, Paota C 3rd Road, Jodhpur.
Date of Enrolment : 08.08.1986
Date of Elevation : 30.05.2011
Prof. Area of Specialization : Criminal & Constitution Matters
Practised in Trial Courts, High Court as well as Supreme Court. Remained Counsel for Commission in 3 Judicial Enquiry Commissions headed by the Retired as well as Sitting Hon'ble Judges of High Court. Remained Member, Bar Council of Raj. from 2003 to 2009 & 2009 till the date of elevation. Remained Vice-Chairman, Bar Council of Raj. in 2004-2005. Ramained Chairman, Bar Council of Raj. in 2010.
He assumed the charge as Chief Justice of High Court of Karnataka on 15th October 2022.
On 25th January 2024, he was sworn in as a Judge of the Supreme Court of India.
He is due to retire on 22th June 2027.
Justice Akula Venkata Sesha Sai
Born in the year 1962 in an Agricultural and Freedom Fighters’ family at Bhimavaram, West Godavari District. Had his primary education in Municipal Elementary School, Bhimavaram and Higher Education in Luthern High School, Bhimavaram and Intermediate in K.G.R.L. College, Bhimavaram and graduation in D.N.R. College, Bhimavaram and B.L. Degree in Sir C.R. Reddy College, Eluru, West Godavari District (Andhra University). Enrolled as an Advocate on the rolls of the Bar Council of Andhra Pradesh on 03.07.1987 and joined the Chambers of Sri P.Rajagopala Rao and also worked in the chambers of late Sri P.Raja Rao. Actively Practised in Civil, Criminal, Services, Constitutional and almost all other branches of Law. Had developed his independent practice with in short span of time and extensively dealt with number of cases, covering all branches of Law. Deeply interested in philosophy, culture, music and education. Was Standing Counsel for Municipal Corporation of Hyderabad and was a panel Advocate for the State Bar Council and was an Advocate for the State of Andhra Pradesh in the Suit pertaining to Polavaram Project instituted by the State of Orissa in the Hon’ble Supreme Court. Elevated as Additional Judge of High Court of Andhra Pradesh and sworn in on 12.04.2013. Appointed as Judge of the High Court of Judicature at Hyderabad for the State of Telangana and the State of Andhra Pradesh and assumed charge as such on 08.09.2014.
Justice U. Durga Prasad Rao
Born in Advocates’ family on 12.08.1962. Paternal grand father Sri Upmaka Narayana Murthy was a reputed lawyer and Sathavadhani in Parvathipuram, Vizianagaram District. Maternal grand father Sri Voleti Kameswar Rao and his brothers Sri Seetharam Murthy and Sri Laxmoji Rao were also Lawyers. Wife Smt.Perin Devi and father-in-law Sri A. Narsimham are Lawyers. After completion of law joined in the office of maternal grand father Sri Voleti Seetharam Murthy in 1986 and practised in Parvathipuram, Bobbili, Vizianagaram and Srikakulam Districts. Did L.L.M in Constitutional Law, Crimes and Torts. Selected as Additional District Judge (Direct Recruitment) in 1998 and held different posts including Principal District Judge, Karimnagar, Kurnool, Additional Director, A.P. Judicial Academy, Registrar (Judicial), Central Project Coordinator etc., Elevated as Additional Judge of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh and sworn in on 23rd October, 2013. Appointed as Judge of High Court of Judicature at Hyderabad for the State of Telangana and the State of Andhra Pradesh and assumed charge as such on the afternoon of 02-03-2016.
Justice Cheekati Manavendranath Roy
Hails from Parvathipuram in Vizianagaram District. Born on 21st May, 1964 in a traditional agricultural family to Cheekati Narahari Rao and Smt. Vijaya Lakshmi at Visakhapatnam. Had Elementary and High School education in R.C.M. School at Parvathipuram and St. Aloysius High School in Visakhapatnam. Studied Intermediate in Government Junior College, Parvathipuram and completed Degree in S.V. Degree College, Parvathipuram. Studied Law in M.V.P. Law College, Vizag. Enrolled as an Advocate in July, 1988 in the Bar Council of Andhra Pradesh. Joined Parvathipuram Bar Association in August, 1988. Practised as an Advocate in Parvathipuram and Vizianagaram from 1988 to 2002 for 14 years. He is the third generation lawyer in the hierarchy of the family. His grandfather late Cheekati Parasuram Naidu was a reputed Advocate, Statesman and a dynamic political leader. Learnt basics in Law from his junior paternal uncle Sri Ch.B.G. Tilak Roy. After practising for 14 years, selected as District and Sessions Judge (Grade-II) in State Higher Judicial Service in the year 2002. After undergoing training in Andhra Pradesh Judicial Academy, worked as I Additional District Judge, Anantapur; VI, V and IV Additional District Judges, Visakhapatnam; Additional Metropolitan Sessions Judge, Hyderabad; II and I Additional District Judges and Principal District Judge, Visakhapatnam; Principal District Judge, Krishna at Machilipatnam and Chairman, Andhra Pradesh VAT Tribunal, Visakhapatnam. Worked as Registrar General of High Court of Judicature at Hyderabad for the State of Telangana and the State of Andhra Pradesh from 03-7-2015 to 31-12-2018. After establishment of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh, at Amaravati,he is the first Registrar General of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh from 01-01-2019 till his elevation as a Judge of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh on 20-6-2019. Interested in sports, particularly in Cricket. Married to Smt. Lakshmi and the couple is blessed with two daughters Kum. Cheekati Anisha Naidu and Kum. Cheekati Reshma Sai. Appointed as a Permanent Judge of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh, at Amaravati on 12-6-2019. First Judge to be appointed after constitution of High Court of Andhra Pradesh w.e.f. 01-01-2019.
Justice Ravi Nath Tilhari
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Ravi Nath Tilhari
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 09/02/1969
Initial Joining : 12/12/2019
Joining at Allahabad : 12/12/2019
Served at Allahabad Upto: 17/10/2021
Elevated as Additional Judge on Dec 12, 2019.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Mar 26, 2021.
Transferred to High Court of Andhra Pradesh and assumed chargeas such on Oct 18, 2021.
Justice Rao Raghunandan Rao
Hon’ble Sri Justice R Raghunandan Rao was born on 30.06.1964 to Late. Sri. Rao Chinna Rao and Smt. R.Vilasitha Kumari. His Lordship did his schooling in Hyderabad Public School, Ramanthapur, Hyderabad and graduation from Nagarjuna University in Commerce and completed his Law course from Osmania University in the year 1988. Eenrolled as a Member of the Bar Council of the State of Andhra Pradesh on 01.09.1988 and commenced his practice by joining the chambers of Mr. S. Ravi. His Lordship was Assistant Government Pleader (Commercial Taxes) from 1993 to1994 and was the Special Assistant Government Pleader in the office of the Advocate General of Andhra Pradesh in 1995. His Lordship was previously Standing Counsel for various public sector corporations including M/s. Powergrid Corporation, M/s. Indian Oil Corporation, M/s. Gas Authority of India Limited and other private sector corporations till being designated as Senior Counsel. His Lordship was designated as Senior Counsel by the Hon’ble High Court of Andhra Pradesh in December 2013 and was a designated Senior Advocate, with over 30 years of experience at the Bar. His Lordship appeared regularly before the Hon’ble High Court of Telangana at Hyderabad, Hon’ble High Court of A.P. at Amaravati and the National Company Law Tribunal, Hyderabad Bench, and appeared before the other Hon’ble High Courts and the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India on some occasions. His Lordship regularly practiced in all branches of Law. His Lordship was empanelled as a member of the Senior Standing Counsel Panel for the Union of India in the Hon’ble High Court of Telangana, and was also the Senior Standing Counsel to the Hon’ble High Court of Andhra Pradesh. His Lordship sworn as Judge of the Hon’ble High Court of Andhra Pradesh on 13.01.2020. His Lordship’s daughter and son are pursuing studies in Pune.
Justice G. Narendar
Hon'ble Mr. Justice G.Narendar: Born on 10th January, 1964.
Completed Graduation in Bachelor of Arts and LL.B and Enrolled as an Advocate on 23rd August, 1989 in the Bar Council of Tamil Nadu. Commenced Practice in the High Court of Judicature at Madras from 1989 to 1992.
In the year 1993, transferred the name to the Rolls of Karnataka State Bar Council. From 1st January, 1996 Started independent practice in almost all fields of Constitutional, Civil, Taxation cases (motor vehicle taxation and cutoms), Mining laws, Environment and Forest cases, Arbitration cases, cases under the Sugar Cane Control Order relating to Cane Areas Reservation & Price fixation, COFEPOSA Detentions, Land reforms, Land Revenue, Civil suits, Cases under Negotiable Instruments Act, Intellectual Property Rights case, Mediated family disputes and conducted cases, Criminal Petitions.
Awarded as NCC Best Cadet in the year 1982-83 and Gold Medalist in Judo State Championships in the year 1982-83.
Field of specialization - Constitutional, Civil, Taxation (Customs), Mining laws, Environment and Forest cases, Arbitration Cases.
Served as Co-opted member of the Karnataka State Bar Council. Appointed as an Addtional Judge of the Karnataka High Court on 2nd January, 2015 and Permanent Judge on 30.12.2017.
Transferred to High Court of Andhra Pradesh and assumed charge as such on 30.10.2023.
Justice B. Krishna Mohan
Hon’ble Justice B. Krishna Mohan was born on 05-02-1965 at Guntur. His Lordship’s father late Sri B.S. R. Anjaneyulu was a District and Sessions Judge in Andhra Pradesh State Higher Judicial Service. His Lordship studied in Majeti Guruvaiah High School, Guntur; graduated in Sciences from Hindu College, Guntur; obtained law degree from Andhra Christian Law College, Guntur affiliated to Acharya Nagarjuna University. Enrolled on 30-03-1989 in the State Bar Council of Andhra Pradesh at Hyderabad and started High Court practice by joining the office of late Sri C. Trivikrama Rao and set up an independent practice in the year 1993. His Lordship’s wife Smt. B. Vasantha Lakshmi, daughter of late Sri. Justice K. R. Prasad Rao, former Judge of Karnataka High Court and the Vice-Chairman of the Central Administrative Tribunal, Hyderabad is also a practicing Advocate. His Lordship worked as Assistant Government Pleader for Home, Law and Legislative Affairs in the High Court between 1996 to 1999. Rendered services as Central Government Counsel from 2008 to 2018, Standing Counsel for University Grants Commission, Food Corporation of India, AIIMS, New Delhi and Navodaya Schools; Legal Adviser to State Bank of Mysore, Canara Bank, Vijaya Bank, VRL Logistics, GATI Ltd and Standing Counsel for NREDCAP. His Lordship was appointed as the first Assistant Solicitor General of India for the High Court of Andhra Pradesh at Amaravti on 10th January, 2019 and continued in the said office till elevation as a Judge of this Hon’ble High Court. His Lordship was sworn in as a Judge of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh on 02-05-2020.
Justice K. Suresh Reddy
Hon’ble Sri Justice Kanchireddy Suresh Reddy was born on 07.12.1964 at Tarimela Village of Singanamala Mandal, Anantapuramu District in an agricultural family to Smt.K.Lakshmi Devi and Late Sri K.Sankar Reddy. He pursued Elementary Education in Zilla Parishad High School, Tarimela Village, Higher Grade Education at Vinay Kumar Telugu Medium High School, Anantapuramu, completed Graduation from Government Arts College, Anantapuramu and did Bachelor of Law (L.L.B.) Degree from Gulbarga University, Karnataka State. He got enrolled as an Advocate in the Bar Council of Andhra Pradesh on 07.09.1989 and joined in the office of the learned Senior Counsel Sri T.Bali Reddy, and practiced in Civil, Criminal and Constitutional matters. Represented Sri Acharya N.G.Ranga Agricultural University during the years, 2008-2011 and elevated as a Judge of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh on 02.05.2020.
Dr. Justice K. Manmadha Rao
His Lordship was born on 13.02.1967 (recorded date of birth is 13.06.1966) at Mypadu Village in Nellore District. His father Sri K.J.Rama Murthy was a retired Engineer in Irrigation Department and his mother Smt. K. Jhansi Lakshmi is a house wife. His Lordship did his schooling in Guntur, Prakasam and Nellore Districts on account of his father’s employment; Intermediate from Jawahar Bharathi College, Kavali of Nellore Dist; Graduation in Commerce from CSR Sarma College affiliated to Nagarjuna University; completed Law course from Naya Vidya Parishad Law College affiliated to Andhra University and was Students’ Union General Secretary of NVP Law College during 1989-90; PG Diploma in Cyber Laws from Hyderabad Central University; Master’s Degree from PG College of Law, Hyderabad, Osmania University and Ph.D. in Law from Andhra University. Enrolled as a Member of the Bar Council of the State of Andhra Pradesh on 25.06.1991 and commenced his practice by joining as a junior advocate to Sri Nagisetty Mohan Das, Advocate in the Sri Nagisetty Ranga Rao’s office at Ongole of Prakasam District and continued as such till May 1993, and thereafter, started independent practice in the Magistrate Courts, Subordinate Judge Court in Kandukur of Prakasam District till May, 1999 and also served as Secretary of the Bar Association, Kandukur. Thereafter, shifted practice to the High Court of Andhra Pradesh at Hyderabad and joined as a Golden member of the High Court Bar Association. His Lordship served as Counsel for various Central Government Undertakings i.e. BSNL, UTI , UTI TSL, Corporation Bank, State Bank of India, Andhra Bank, A.P. Mahesh Cooperative Bank and Life Insurance Corporation India, and Standing Counsel for HDFC-ERGO General Insurance Company handled hundreds of cases as their Counsel. Handled number of cases on behalf of poor & vulnerable persons while doing private practice and served as a counsel for Chit Fund Companies. His Lordship served as Senior Standing Counsel, Central Excise Board in the High Court from 2008 to 2016 and also served as Special Public Prosecutor/Standing Counsel for Enforcement Directorate for Hyderabad Zone, specially for PMLA cases, before the designated Courts and other Courts including Common High Court at Hyderabad for the period from 2016 to 2020 and also served as Special Public Prosecutor/Standing Counsel for Directorate Revenue Intelligence, specially for NDPS cases before the designated Courts and other Courts including High Court of Andhra Pradesh at Amravati.
His Lordship was empanelled as a member of the Senior Panel Counsel for the Union of India in the High Court of Telangana and the High Court of Andhra Pradesh. Lordship received Awards i.e., Ph.D (Doctorate in Law) from Andhra University and Dr.B.R.Ambedkar Gyan Vigyan Ratna Award -2014 presented by the Hon’ble Sri Justice Jasti Chalameswar, Judge, Supreme Court of India, New Delhi and organized by Resident Commissioner, Government of AP & AP Bhawan SC/ST /Employees’ Welfare Association, New Delhi on the eve of 123rd Birthday Ceremony celebrations of Dr. BR Ambedkar.
Lordship did academic Projects: Intellectual Property Rights and Dispute Settlement Mechanism- a Critical Study, Banking Transactions through Net services, Legal Changes on Net Banking Services, Computer Crimes and frauds in Banking Transactions, Disciplinary Proceedings and Domestic Enquiry in A.P.S.R.T.C, consumer privileges under the Consumer Protection Act or Consumer Justice. Lordship gave lectures on Central Excise laws in National Academy of Customs, Indirect Taxes and Narcotics (NACIN), Zonal Campus, Visakhapatnam on some occasions. His Lordship actively practised in Civil, Criminal, Services, Constitutional and almost all other branches of Law. Had developed his independent practice within a short span of time and extensively dealt with number of cases, covering all branches of Law.
Married to Ms. K.Suneeta and blessed with two Sons i.e., K.Kaushik, practicing as advocate and K.Subhash, pursuing studies in law. His Lordship sworn in as a Judge of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh on 08.12.2021.
Justice B S Bhanumathi
Born to Sri B.K.V.Sastri, Advocate and Smt. Janaki. Hails from Kovvur, West Godavari District. Holds a Degree in B.Sc., and Post Graduation in Law.
Appointed as District Judge Grade-II by direct recruitment, in the Andhra Pradesh Higher Judicial Service on 21.08.2002. Participated in training for four and half months for direct recruit District Judges in the Andhra Pradesh Judicial Academy.
Served as Additional District Judge, City Civil Court, Hyderabad, Visakhapatnam, Warangal. Served as Principal District Judge, Srikakulam, East Godavari at Rajahmundry; Chairman, VAT Appellate Tribunal, Visakhapatnam and Principal District Judge, Visakhapatnam. Also worked as Registrar General from 06.07.2020 till her elevation as Judge, High Court of Andhra Pradesh, at Amaravati, and sworn in as such on 08.12.2021.
Justice K Sreenivasa Reddy
Born to late Sri K.Lakshmi Reddy and Smt. K.Ramalakshmi. His Lordship's father retired as Assistant General Manager, A.P. Co-operative Central Agricultural Development Bank. Had School Education at Hyderabad & in other Districts. Passed Intermediate at Nagarjuna Junior College, Hyderabad. Obtained degree from SDGS College, Hindupur, Anantapur district. Obtained Law Degree from Sri Krishna Devaraya University, Anantapur. Enrolled as an Advocate on the rolls of Bar Council of Andhra Pradesh on 11.8.1991, joined the office of late Sri C.Padmanabha Reddy. Had developed independent practice. Actively practiced on criminal side and on various other branches of Law. Appointed as the State Public Prosecutor, AP High Court on 19th July, 2019.Elevated as Judge of the Andhra Pradesh High Court, and sworn in as such on 14.02.2022.
Justice G Ramakrishna Prasad
Justice Sri Gannamaneni Ramakrishna Prasad was born to Sri Gannamaneni Gandhi Chowdary and Smt. G. Vijayalakshmi on 28.05.1964 in Karamchedu Village, Prakasam District. Did his Pre schooling and a part of his primary schooling in Telugu medium in an informal School in Karamchedu Village and thereafter completed his primary schooling in Loyola Public School, Guntur. Completed his secondary and higher schooling in Hyderabad Public School, Ramanthapur. Did his graduation in B.com in Andhra Vidyalaya College of Arts & Sciences, Hyderabad and LLB in Andhra Christian College of Law, Guntur and enrolled as Advocate in the year 1991 in Bar Council of Andhra Pradesh. Did the LLM in Constitutional and Administrative Laws from Acharya Nagarjuna University.
Started his career as a lecturer of law and taught various law subjects in a Law College in Guntur. Had set-up his practice in the Supreme Court of India, New Delhi in the year 1996 by joining the Chamber of Hon’ble Sri Justice Lavu Nageswara Rao Garu, Judge, Supreme Court of India. Had cleared the Advocate on Record examination and became an Advocate on Record in the Supreme Court in the year 2000. He Practiced in various realms of law such as Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, Commercial Laws, Corporate Laws, Arbitration Law, Consumer Disputes, Medical Negligence, Civil & Criminal Cases, PILs, Service Law, Land Acquisitions and Revenue Cases.
Had been the Standing Counsel for various organizations such as A.P.S.R.T.C., G.H.M.C., Andhra University, Acharya Nagarjuna University, Nizam Institute of Medical Sciences and Sri Venkateshwara University. Had been the Special Standing Counsel for the Government of Nagaland and also served as the Standing Counsel for Rajya Sabha Secretariat and Rajya Sabha TV.
A reported case in which he appeared (Intellectuals Forum, Tirupathi Vs State of AP & Ors- (2006) 3 SCC 549) is part of case law syllabus for Environmental Law in Faculty of Law, Delhi University.
Had practiced in the Supreme Court, High Court of Delhi and Punjab & Haryana High Court and in various National Tribunals in Delhi for 26 years before being elevated as a Judge of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh on 14.02.2022.
Justice Venkateswarlu Nimmagadda
Hails from Phanidam in Guntur District. Born in 1967 in an agricultural family to Sri Nimmagadda Ramakrishna Rao and Smt. Nimmagadda Anjamma. After his schooling at Phanidam and Intermediate at Sattenapalli, did his B.Com, at TJPS College affiliated to Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur, and B.L. and M.L. from Sri Krishna Devaraya University, Ananthapur and Visakhapatnam respectively.
He was enrolled as an Advocate on the rolls of the Bar Council of Andhra Pradesh on 30.06.1992. His stint as a lawyer in the High Court at Hyderabad and Amaravathi spanned over twenty six years. Practised in Writ jurisdiction, Appellate jurisdiction, Civil, Criminal, Service and other branches of Law. Also worked as Standing Counsel for Municipalities, A.P., from 2014 to 2019 and Standing Counsel for Medical Council of India for the years 2015 and 2016. He was Legal Adviser for many Nationalised banks, and Private entities.
Elevated as Judge of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh on 29.01.2022 and sworn in as such on 14.02.2022.
Justice T Rajasekhar Rao
Justice Subba Reddy Satti
Justice Ravi Cheemalapati
Justice Vaddiboyana Sujatha
Justice A.V. Ravindra Babu
Hon’ble Sri Justice Adusumalli Venkata Ravindra Babu was born in the year 1962 to Sri Adusumalli Raghava Rao (Late) and Smt. Seetharamamma in a middle class agricultural family of Thimmayapalem Village, Addanki Mandal of erstwhile Prakasam District and now in Bapatla District. Had his primary education in his native village. Completed his Secondary Education and Intermediate in Government Junior College, Addanki. Completed his graduation B.A., in Velidi Venkateswarlu and Mangamma (VVM) Degree College, Ongole (affiliated to Andhra University). Completed his Law Degree B.L., in Venkatagiri Rajah’s (VR) Law College, Nellore (affiliated to Sri Venkateswara University the only law college by then in the area of Sri Venkateswara University). Enrolled himself as Advocate on the Rolls of Bar Council of the combined State of Andhra Pradesh on 10.06.1988 and joined the office of Sri Muddana Ramaiah Chowdary (Late), Chirala, a leading Criminal Lawyer in Prakasam District. Practiced in Chirala up to December, 1991 and thereafter shifted his practice to Addanki, Prakasam District. Joined in the Judicial Service as Munsif Magistrate on 05.05.1994 and worked in the combined State of Andhra Pradesh at various stations. His Lordship while working as such in Hyderabad, did his LL.M., (Specialization in Torts and Crimes) by private study attaching himself with P.G. College of Law, Basheerbagh, Hyderabad (Affiliated to Osmania University). Got his promotion as Senior Civil Judge in the year 2005 and worked as such in the combined State of Andhra Pradesh at various stations. He was appointed as District and Sessions Judge, Entry Level, by way of accelerated promotion strictly on merit in the year 2012. Worked as Principal Family Court Judge, Visakhapatnam; later, worked as Special Judge for SPE & ACB Cases, Visakhapatnam; I Additional District and Sessions Judge, Rajahmundry, East Godavari District; II Additional District Judge-cum-Metropolitan Sessions Judge, Vijayawada, Krishna District. Worked as Principal District Judge of Nellore, Chittoor and Guntur Districts. Appointed as Selection Grade District Judge with effect from 26.04.2017. Appointed as Super Time Scale District Judge with effect from 26.04.2020. Appointed as Registrar General, High Court of Andhra Pradesh at Amaravathi in December, 2021 and worked as such till elevation as Judge of High Court of Andhra Pradesh. Sworn in as Permanent Judge of High Court of Andhra Pradesh on 04.08.2022. Married to Smt. Krishna Kumari and blessed with two daughters Ramya Sai and Kum.Mani Deepa.
Justice Dr. V.R.K. Krupa Sagar
Justice B.Syamsunder
His Lordship was born on 29.10.1963 (recorded date of birth is 01.09.1962) at Ananthapuramu. His father Sri Bandaru Subramanyam was leading Civil Lawyer and his mother Smt.B.Subba Lakshmi, was a housemaker. His paternal grandfather Sri B.Ranganatham, was also leading lawyer in criminal cases. His Lordship had his school education up to 10th standard at Sri Potti Sreeramulu Municipal High School, at Ananthapuramu. Passed Intermediate Course from Government Junior College, Ananthapuramu. Obtained B.Com. degree from Sree Venkateswara University, Tirupati. Obtained Law Degree from Gulbarga University in the year 1986. Enrolled as an advocate on the rolls of Bar Counsel of Andhra Pradesh on 08.08.1986 and joined the office of his father Sri Bandaru Subramanyam. Joined judicial service as District Munsif on 01.05.1991. Worked as District Munsif at Nandikotkur, Srikalahasthi, Rajampet and Tirupathi. Then promoted as Senior Civil Judge and worked as such at Secunderabad, Proddutur, Kadapa, Mahabubnagar and promoted as District Judge in November 2010, worked at Mahabubnagar, Narasaraopet, Tirupati, Kurnool and as Metropolitan Sessions Judge, Vijayawada. Elevated as Judge of High Court of Andhra Pradesh, at Amaravati on 04.08.2022. Married to Smt.Bandaru Geetha and blessed with two sons, viz. B.S.Nikhil Vasista and B.S.Nithin Krishna. Both are working as Software Engineers.
Justice V.Srinivas
Justice B.V.L.N. Chakravarthi
Born in the year 1964 to Dr.B.Paparaya Choudari and Smt. Vijaya Lakshmi, in an agricultural family of Kandulapalem Village in East Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh. Schooling at Elementary School and Zilla Praja Parishad High School at Tamarapalli and Gangavaram Village of East Godavari District upto 10th Standard. Intermediate at Ideal Junior College, Kakinada. Degree at B.V.K.Degree College, Visakhapatnam and Law from G.S.K.M Law College, Rajahmundry (affiliated to Andhra University).
Enrolled as an Advocate in the year 1988 and practiced at Kakinada Bar Association of East Godavari District. Joined the Office of Sri Velamakanni Subrahmanya Sarma and Sri V.V.Pandu Ranga Rao, Advocates, Kakinada. Actively practiced in Civil, Criminal and other branches of Law. Selected to the Judicial Service as District Munsif-Magistrate in the year 1994 and joined at Vijayawada. Subsequently, worked in various stations in different capacities in the combined State of Andhra Pradesh. Married to Smt. Rama Haritha and the couple blessed with a daughter Miss Vijaya Sai Manjusha.
Promoted as Senior Civil Judge in the year 2005, and worked at various stations, and appointed as Judge for the Special Court constituted for the Trial of case of M/s Satyam Computers, in the erstwhile State of Andhra Pradesh at Hyderabad.
Selected by the Hon’ble E-Committee, Supreme Court of India as Master Trainer in ‘Ubuntu’ operating system to give training for Judicial Officers. Also selected as Master Trainer in “Case Information System [CIS] and also in Cyber Forensics and Cyber Laws” by the Hon’ble E-Committee, Supreme Court of India and underwent training in the above subjects at various places in India including National Judicial Academy [NJA], Bhopal and Sardhar Vallabhai Patel National Police Academy, Hyderabad, conducted by Hon’ble E-Committee, Supreme Court of India.
Selected and trained as “Trainer of Trainers” [TOT] by the Hon’ble E-Committee, Supreme Court of India in the above subjects. Conducted several training programmes for Judicial Officers in the Common High Courts for the State of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh, Tamil Nadu and Kerala organized by the Hon’ble High Court, and Hon’ble E-Committee, Supreme Court of India on the subjects “Ubuntu Operating Systems, Case Information System [CIS] and Cyber Forensics”.
Promoted as District Judge in the year 2015 and worked as Special Judge, CBI Court at Hyderabad. In the year 2019 posted as Special Judge ACB at Vijayawada, and later, as Metropolitan Sessions Judge at Vijayawada and worked as such till appointed as Registrar (IT-cum-CPC) in the year 2020. Elevated as Additional Judge, High Court of Andhra Pradesh and sworn in on 04.08.2022.
Justice T.Mallikarjuna Rao
Born in an agricultural family on 19.01.1964 at Pulletikurru, East Godavari Dist. to Smt. T.Ramana and T.S.R. Murthy. Had his school education at his native place Nedunuru, East Godavari District. Did graduation in B.Sc. from S.K.B.R. Degree College, Amalapuram. Thereafter, studied Law in G.S.K.M. Law College, Rajamahendravaram, East Godavari District. After enrolling as an Advocate on the rolls of Bar Council of Andhra Pradesh in the year 1988, he joined the Office of Shri P.S. Rama Chandra Murthy, Advocate at Amalapuram, East Godavari District. Practiced as an Advocate for a period of 6 years from 1988 to 1994. On 05.05.1994, he joined in the A.P. State Judicial Service as Munsiff Magistrate, Parchur and served as Junior Civil Judge in different stations and got promoted in the year 2007 as Senior Civil Judge. While working as Senior Civil Judge, he did his L.L.M. through distance education mode in Aacharya Nagarjuna University. Subsequently, he got promoted as District Judge in the year 2015 and worked at Machilipatnam, Gurazala, Eluru, Nuzvid. Elevated as an Additional Judge of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh, Amaravati on 04.08.2022.
Justice Duppala Venkata Ramana
Born to Sri Duppala Appanna, who was a Railway Gangman, and Smt.Varahalamma on 03rd June, 1963 in Chinna Boddepalli Hamlet, Ponduru Mandal of Srikakulam District. At the age of 13 years, his father died in harness and he was brought up by his mother and elder brother Sri Duppala Venkata Satyam. Had Elementary Education in Chinna Boddepalli and Thotada, High School Education in Z.P.High School, Dusi. Studied Intermediate in Government Junior College, Amudalavalasa and completed Graduation in M.R.College, Vizianagaram. Accomplished Bachelor of Law in N.V.P.Law College, Visakhapatnam in 1989 and Master of Law in Acharya Nagarjuna University, Guntur. Enrolled as an Advocate in June, 1989 and joined District Bar Association, Srikakulam and practiced till June, 1990. Thereafter shifted practice to Visakhapatnam Bar Association and practiced till May, 1994. He was the first generation lawyer of the family. Selected as District Munsif in 1994 and worked in Amalapuram, Macharla, Hyderabad, Vijayawada and Tirupati. Promoted as Senior Civil Judge in January, 2007 and worked in Hyderabad, Tirupati and Kakinada. Promoted as District Judge in the year 2015 and functioned as VII Additional District & Sessions Judge in Kakinada. Deputed as Devasthanam Law Officer, Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams from 2015 to 2017. Blessed to serve Lord Balaji in Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams. Solved intricate legal issues in T.T.D and won accolades from Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams. Functioned as X Additional District & Sessions Judge, Gurajala. Deputed as Law Secretary, Government of Andhra Pradesh from 2017 to 2019. Took initiative in repealing 140 obsolete Acts. Interested in Legislative Drafting. Appointed as Registrar (Management), later as Registrar (Recruitment) and further as Registrar (Administration) from June, 2019 till elevation as an Additional Judge on 04.08.2022.
Married to Chandrakala and blessed with two daughters Kum. Sathvika and Kum. Dedeepya.
Justice Venkata Jyothirmai Pratapa
Justice Venuthurumalli Gopala Krishna Rao
Born on 30.08.1964 to Smt V.Koteswaramma and Sri V.Somaiah. Completed his 10th class in Jai Hind High School at Machilipatnam, his Intermediate at SRYSP Junior College, Challapalli, Krishna District and completed his graduation, Post-Graduation and Law at Machilipatnam. Enrolled as an Advocate on 05.04.1989 on the rolls of Bar Council of Andhra Pradesh and practiced as an Advocate at Avanigadda in Krishna District, he joined in A.P. State Judicial Service as Junior Civil Judge in the year 1994. Later promoted as Senior Civil Judge in the year 2007 and further promoted as Additional District Judge in the month of February, 2016 and posted as Special Judge for SC, ST cases at Srikakulam and worked till April, 2019. From Srikakulam, transferred to Tirupathi as a Judge, Family Court and worked at Tirupathi till he was transferred to Guntur as I Additional District Judge. Elevated as Additional Judge, High Court of Andhra Pradesh and sworn in on 27.01.2023.
Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya
Administrative Judge for the District: Allahabad
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 16/06/1965
Initial Joining : 21/11/2011
Joining at Allahabad : 21/11/2011
Date of Retirement : 15/06/2027
Graduated in Law from Lucknow University in 1991.
Enrolled as an Advocate on May 11, 1991.
Practised in Civil and Constitutional sides at Allahabad High court, Lucknow Bench, Lucknow.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Nov 21, 2011.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Aug 06, 2013.
Sitting at : Lucknow
Address : A 80, Indira Nagar, Lucknow
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Nitin Jamdar
Born in Solapur into a family of lawyers, being the third generation to pursue a career in the legal field.
Having received education in different schools across Maharashtra, obtained degrees in Commerce and Law from Sydenham Commerce College and Government Law College, Mumbai.
Practised at the Bombay High Court in diverse fields, primarily in administrative and constitutional law. Represented various public bodies such as the Zilla Parishads, Municipal Councils, Municipal Corporations, and Universities. Also represented the Bar Council of India and the High Court administration. Was Senior Standing Counsel for the Union of India.
Graduated in Commerce and Law from the University of Mumbai. Practiced in the Bombay High Court. Elevated as a Judge of the Bombay High court on 23 January 2012.
Justice Sunil Balkrishna Shukre
Hon'ble Shri Justice Shukre graduated from Pune University in 1980, and did his LL.B. in 1983 from Dr. Punjabrao Deshmukh Law College, Amravati affiliated to the then Nagpur University. He stood second in Order of Merit at the LL.B. examination, and is recipient of Late Kale Memorial Prize for having secured highest marks in Hindu law at LL.B examination. He commenced his legal practice at Amravati. He did LL.M. in Constitutional Law from the then Nagpur University. He has keen interest in sports and has represented M.J. College, Jalgaon in Inter-collegiate tournaments in Lawn Tennis and Badminton. He joined Judiciary as a Direct District Judge from Bar in the year 2000 and since then has worked as Principal District Judge, Kolhapur, Registrar (Administration), Nagpur Bench of Bombay High Court, Joint Director-Maharashtra Judicial Academy, Uttan, Thane, Principal District Judge, Nagpur and took charge as Registrar General, High Court Bombay on 17th March, 2011. Elevated as Judge of the Bombay High Court on 13th May, 2013.
Justice K.R. Shriram (Kalpathi Rajendran Shriram)
1 Born in Mumbai, Justice K.R.Shriram completed B.Com in Financial Accountancy and Management and LL.B. from Mumbai University, following which he pursued LL.M. (Maritime Law) from King's College, London. He passed LL.M. in merit.
2 He enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa on 3rd July 1986 and joined the Chambers of Mr.S. Venkiteswaran, Senior Advocate. In 1997, he set up his own Chamber and dealt in commercial matters with specialization in Shipping and International Trade Law; writ matters arising out of Ports Acts, Customs Act, Motor Vehicles Act, Marine Insurance (including re-insurance and P&I); Company Law matters etc.
3 He has done litigation and non-litigation work and has appeared in Bombay High Court, the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India, other High Courts of India, and in the National and State Consumer Disputes Redressal Forums, Customs, Excise and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal, Securities Appellate Tribunal, Company Law Board, and various arbitrations.
He has also conducted trials in civil suits; statutory inquiries under Merchant Shipping Act; engineering construction arbitration; and consumer redressal disputes.
4 He served as a member of the Core Committee-I (Admiralty matters) for consideration of draft of Unification of Original and Appellate Side Rules of Bombay High Court.
5 On the personal front, Justice Shriram was actively involved in social causes, helping families where there is a bereavement. For many years he served as the Vice-Chairman of Dharmishta Mithran, an NGO, that runs centers for performing obsequies and 'shraaddh' for the departed. He loves playing golf and is well travelled across the country and internationally.
6 Elevated as Additional Judge of the Bombay High Court on 21st June 2013. Confirmed as Permanent Judge of the Bombay High Court on 2nd March 2016.
Justice Gautam Shirish Patel
Born in Mumbai on 26th April 1962, Mr Justice G. S. Patel is a graduate of St. Xavier's College and Government Law College. He started practice in 1987 in Mumbai, working on commercial, corporate and civil litigations and also appearing in a large number of environmental public interest litigations including those relating to the Sanjay Gandhi National Park, protection of mangroves, town and country planning issues, Melghat National Park, the Mill Lands, protection of open spaces, etc.
In 1994-1995, Mr Justice Patel received the First international Fellowship at Pacific Energy & Resources Center, Sausalito, California in environmental law. This included course work at the University of Berkeley's Boalt Hall School of Law and an internship with the Sierra Club Legal Defense Fund.
He served as the Honorary Secretary of the Bombay Bar Association for two three-year terms from 1999 to 2005 and served on the Association's Standing Committee till his appointment as a High Court judge.
From 2008-2011 he was a part-time lecturer in Administrative Law, Constitutional Law and Environmental Law at Government Law College.
Mr. Justice Patel wrote a weekly newspaper column in the Mumbai Mirror for three years. He has also contributed articles to articles and reviews to the Economic & Political Weekly, TimeOut Mumbai, the Mumbai Reader, etc.
Mr Justice Patel has previously served as a trustee on several public charitable trusts and foundations in the fields of education, environment and the hearing-impaired.
Justice Atul Sharachchandra Chandurkar
Born on 7th April 1965. Completed schooling at St. Vincents' High School, Pune. Graduated from Ness Wadia College, Pune and also I. L. S. Law College, Pune.
After obtaining Law Degree, joined the Bar on 21st July 1988. Commenced practise in the Chambers of Shri B. N. Naik, Sr. Advocate, Mumbai who was later elevated to the Bench.
Shifted to Nagpur in 1992 and practised in various Courts. Handled matters of various nature. Has authored two books on "The Maharashtra Municipal Council Nagar Panchayats & Industrial Townships Act, 1965 and The Maharashtra Rent Control Act, 1999.
Elevated as Additional Judge of the Bombay High Court on 21st June 2013.
Justice Smt. Revati Mohite Dere
Born at Pune; Justice Revati Mohite Dere did her schooling from St. Joseph's High School, Pashan, Pune; Passed H. Sc. from Ferguson College (Arts), Pune - Received National Merit Certificate for standing in the Merit List; Justice Dere passed the Five Year Law Course from Symbiosis Law College, Pune - She secured a First Class with Distinction in B.S.L. and LL.B. - Stood 2nd in the Merit List, University of Pune (LL.B.); Studied LL. M. at the University of Cambridge, U. K., Recipient of the Cambridge Commonwealth Trust Scholarship for LL. M.
After completing LL. M., Justice Dere joined the Chambers of her father, eminent Senior Advocate Vijayrao A. Mohite, at Pune; and thereafter the Chambers of Barrister Raja S. Bhosale in Mumbai. Justice Dere practiced in the High Court on the Criminal, Civil and Constitutional side and also in the Sessions Court.
Worked as an Assistant Government Pleader, Writ Cell, High Court (Appellate Side), Mumbai; as a Senior Counsel (Group I & II) - Union of India; and as an Additional Public Prosecutor for the Union of India in the High Court. Before her elevation, she was appointed as a Government Pleader & Public Prosecutor, State of Maharashtra. Justice Dere appeared in several important matters, including P.I.L's and Confirmation Cases.
Appointed as an Additional Judge of the Bombay High Court on 21st June, 2013.
Elevated as Judge of the Bombay High Court on 2nd March, 2016.
Justice Mahesh Sharadchandra Sonak
Born on 28th November, 1964. Completed school education from Don Bosco High School, Panaji, Goa; B Sc. from Dhempe College of Arts & Science, LL.B. from M. S. College of Law, Panaji, Goa (affiliated to Bombay University) in First Class. Portuguese Language Diploma awarded by Xavier Centre of Historical Research. Enrolled as an Advocate on the rolls of Bar Council of Maharashtra & Goa in October 1988 and practiced at Panaji Bench of the High Court of Judicature, Bombay in civil & constitutional law, labour & service law, environmental law, commercial & tax laws, company law and public interest litigations. Additional Standing Counsel for Central Government, Special Counsel for State Government and Statutory Corporations. Elevated as Additional Judge of the High Court of Judicature at Bombay on 21st June 2013.
Justice Ravindra Vithalrao Ghuge
Son of Mrs.Meena and Prof. V.B.Ghuge (former Vice-Chancellor), did schooling (SSC) from elite Saint Xavier's High School Kolhapur. Completed five year Law course from Chh.Shahaji Law College, Kolhapur & M.P.Law College, Aurangabad, in April / May 1990. Stood 1st in the college and Marathwada University in the Moot Court competition in 1989. Represented the University in the Inter-University National Moot Court Competition at Simla, H.P., in October 1989.
Joined the Bar in 1990 and started practice in the Bombay High Court and Industrial / Labour Courts, initially representing workers and unions in about 2000 cases. Has conducted cases for about 250 Industries including many MNCs and private Large Scale Industries in the High Court, Labour & Industrial Courts, Tribunals, etc. Bajaj Auto Limited, Colgate-Palmolive, Carlsberg, Taj Hotels, Skoda Auto (India) Pvt.Ltd., Siemens Ltd., Wipro Ltd., Johnson & Johnson, Endress + Hauser (Swedish Co.), Goodyear Tyres, Lombardini Koehler (US Co.), Hindustan Lever, Kamalnayan Bajaj Hospital, Mahyco Seeds, Wockhardt Ltd., Bar Council of India, etc. were some of his prominent clients.
Appeared before many High Courts and its Benches.
Petition filed by him concerning ESIC hospitals led to the formation of a Special Committee of Doctors to recommend improvements in infrastructural facilities and medical amenities in the ESIC Hospital.
Was Contributory Professor for the PG LL.M. Course (1st & 2nd years), Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University, Aurangabad (2005-2006 till 2007-2008). Delivered lectures on Industrial, Labour & Service Law at various seminars. Contributed articles to journals for NIPM, Silver Jubilee souvenir of the Aurangabad Bench of Bombay High Court and Bar Association of Industrial Lawyers, Aurangabad.
Was Secretary (05 years) and President (July 2010-December 2011) of the Bar Association of Industrial Lawyers, Aurangabad.
A keen Cricket player, represented his school, Law College, District and the Zone in Jasdanwala State Tournament. Also represented the District Court & High Court teams in the Advocates Trophy, Maharashtra.
Elevated as Judge of the Bombay High Court on 21/06/2013.
Justice A. S. Gadkari
Born on - 14 June, 1965 at Mumbai in the family of Advocates and brought up at Dombivili, in District Thane.
Did his law graduation from University of Mumbai and enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa on 26 February 1992. Joined the chamber of Shri. C.J. Sawant, Senior Advocate and Ex-Advocate General of Maharashtra. Got vast experience in Criminal, Civil and Constitutional matters as an Associate of the said chamber.
Was appointed as an Assistant Government Pleader and Additional Public Prosecutor for High Court at Mumbai on 25 July 2000 by the Government of Maharashtra and subsequently on 16 July 2007 came to be appointed as Additional Government Pleader and Additional Public Prosecutor for High Court, at Mumbai. Was appointed as an Additional Public Prosecutor for Union of India on 26 April 2009 and resigned from the said Post on 5 June 2013.
Sworn as a Judge of the Bombay High Court on 6 January 2014.
Justice Nitin W. Sambre
Born on 19th December, 1967 at Nagpur. Completed his schooling from Somalwar High School and Shivaji Science College. Graduated in Law in the year 1992 from University College of Law, Nagpur.
Being a Sportsman, represented State of Maharashtra in National Tournaments. Was elected as President of the Students Union of the University College of Law, Nagpur in 1991.
Enrolled as an Advocate on 25th August, 1992.
Started legal career with then Senior Advocate Shri Sharad A. Bobde, (now Honourable Judge, Supreme Court of India). Practised in the High Court of Bombay, Nagpur on Civil, Writ and Criminal sides.
Was the Secretary of the High Court Bar Associ ation, Nagpur for 2004-07.
Represented Governor of Maharashtra in the High Court Bench at Nagpur. Was appointed as Government Pleader and Public Prosecutor on 1st September, 2007. Was Counsel for Nagpur Improvement Trust, Special Counsel for Forest Department and Scheduled Tribes Caste Certificate Verification Committee. Was Standing Counsel for Public Undertakings such as Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd., Indian Oil Corporation and Bharat Heavy Electricals Ltd, etc. Represented statutory bodies such as various Municipal Corporations and Councils. Also represented companies like Tata Sons, Godrej, etc.
Elevated as a Judge of Bombay High Court on 6th January, 2014.
Justice G. S. Kulkarni
Born on 24th June 1968.
Was enrolled on 23rd September, 1992 as an Advocate on the Rolls of the Bar Council of Maharashtra & Goa.
Appeared on the Original Side and the Appellate Side of the Bombay High Court in matters involving Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, Company Law, Customs, Excise, Service Law, PILs and litigation under various Central and State Acts.
Since the year 1998 was representing the Government of India before the Bombay High Court and since November,2009 was appointed as a Special Counsel to represent the Government of India. Was appointed as "Standing Counsel" for Union Territory, Administration of Daman, Diu and Dadra Nagar Haveli for the Bombay High Court and was also a Counsel for University of Pune.
In 2005 was appointed by the Government of India as Counsel for U.T. Administration of Daman & Diu to represent the Union Territory Administration in the Commission of Inquiry in the collapse of Daman Ganga Bridge claiming 29 lives.
Represented various Public Sector Undertakings like Airport Authority of India, Air India, Reserve Bank of India, Rashtriya Chemicals and Fertilizers, India Security Press, Bank of Maharashtra, Hotel Corporation of India, Canara Bank, Maharashtra State Electricity Board (now MSEDCL and MSEGCL), BEST, Bank of India, National Highway Authority, Medical Council of India, Bombay Port Trust, Omnibus Industrial Development Corporation, Election Commission of India, Inter University Centre for Astronomy and Astrophysics (IUCCA) Pune.
Also represented several Educational Institutions on issues arising under various educational laws.
In April 2009 was appointed as a panel Counsel by Hon'ble Bombay High Court to represent in the cases against the High Court.
Elevated as an Additional Judge of the Bombay High Court on 6th January, 2014 and confirmed as Permanent Judge on 2nd March, 2016.
Justice B. P. Colabawalla
Personal Data
Date of Birth - 16th December 1967
Fathers Name - Late Mr. Pesi Dinshaw Colabawalla
Marital Status - Married
Bar Council Registration - MAH/1505/93
Educational Qualifications - B.A. LL.B.
After completing initial schooling from Cathedral & John Connon School, Mumbai joined K.C. College, Mumbai for Graduation in Arts, and thereafter completed LL.B. from K.C. Law College in the year 1993.
Professional Background/Experience
Initially, while pursuing law, joined Mulla & Mulla & Craigie Blunt & Caroe, Mumbai as an article clerk in the year 1992 under Mr. Hormuzdiyaar Vakil, a Partner in the said firm. During that time, also had an opportunity to work with the Late Mr. Soli Dinshaw Colabawalla (Uncle) who was also a partner of Mulla & Mulla & Craigie Blunt and Caroe.
Immediately on completing LL.B., enrolled with the Bar Council of Maharashtra & Goa on 19th August 1993 and started practicing before the Hon'ble Bombay High Court.
Association with Mulla & Mulla & Craigie Blunt and Caroe continued upto 1995, after which he joined the chamber of Sr. Counsel Mr. Dinyar D. Madon on 3rd July 1995 to pursue full time counsel practice.
Predominantly practiced law on the civil side, handling matters pertaining to Corporate Laws, Property Disputes, Alternate Dispute Resolution, Contractual Disputes, matters pertaining to SICA, Banking Laws (and in particular the RDDB Act, 1993 & the SARFAESI Act, 2002) and Personal Law related matters. Also appeared in a few Criminal Writ Petitions but mainly having a civil character.
In addition to practicing before the Hon'ble Bombay High Court, also appeared before Hon'ble Supreme Court of India and other High Courts of the Country. He also had the opportunity to appear in several matters before the lower judiciary such as the DRT, DRAT, BIFR, AAIFR, SEBI etc.
Justice Anuja Prabhudessai
Justice Prakash Deu Naik
Born on 30th April 1962 at Goa. Completed his graduation from St.Xavier's College, Goa in 1983. Graduated in Law in the year 1986 from Siddharth Law College, Mumbai. Did his LL.M. from University of Bombay in 1988.
Enrolled as an Advocate on 21st July 1986.
Joined the chambers of Shri Shirish Gupte, Senior Advocate and former Additional Solicitor General. Initially started practice in all Courts in Mumbai and handled both civil as well as criminal litigation. Subsequently specialized in criminal matters.
Appeared in matters relating to prisoners' rights, illegal detention, preventive detention, parole, furlough and matters of premature release and remission. Was a member of the Committee appointed by Bombay High Court to look into the plight of prisoners and conditions in prisons in the State of Maharashtra. As a member of said committee, headed by Senior Advocates, visited several jails in Maharashtra and after inerviewing a number of under-trials and convicts/prisoners, drafted a report, relating to the conditions in prison and recommended improvements thereto.
Was empanelled as Senior Advocate by Mumbai Municipal Corporation and represented the Corporation in its various proceedings.
Was Honorary Lecturer between 1987 and 1988 at Siddharth Law College, Mumbai.
Was engaged as a Part Time Professor at Jitendra Chauhan College of Law, Mumbai.
Was a visiting Professor for the LL.M. course (1st and 2nd years), Bombay University, at Mumbai between 2011 and 2012. Delivered lectures on Criminal Law and Criminal Administration.
Elevated as Additional Judge of Bombay High Court on 17th March 2016.
Justice Makarand Subhash Karnik
Born on 10th of February 1969 at Nashik, Maharashtra State. Completed LL.B in 1991 from Pune University securing First Class with distinction. Enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council of Maharashtra & Goa on 22nd July, 1991. Since then practiced at the Bombay High Court and appeared in a number of Civil, Criminal, Labour, Service and Constitutional matters. Engaged as a Senior Counsel, Group II to represent the Government of India, so also represented the High Court Administration from 14th April, 2009 till elevation. Appointed as Amicus Curiae in several matters. Elevated as an Additional Judge, Bombay High Court on 17th March, 2016.
Justice Rohit Baban Deo
Justice Bharati Harish Dangre
Born on 10th May, 1968. Obtained degree in LLB from Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar College of Law at Nagpur in the year 1990. Obtained a Post Graduate degree in Commercial Laws in the year 1992. Enrolled in September, 1990 and practised in District Court, Nagpur, High Court and extensively handled service matters before the service Tribunals. Appointed as Assistant Government Pleader in 2000. Appointed as Additional Government Pleader in 2007. Appointed as Government Pleader at Nagpur Bench on 26th June, 2014. As a Government Counsel dealt with Civil & Criminal matters and various constitutional issues and several Public Interest Litigations. Was a standing counsel for High Court of Judicature, Nagpur Improvement Trust, MSRDC. Was a Special Counsel for Forest Department. Worked as Contributory Lecturer in Law & Management Studies. Was also a Trained Mediator.
Elevated as Additional Judge of the High Court on 5th June, 2017.
Justice Sarang Vijaykumar Kotwal
Born on 13th April 1968 at Ahmedabad. Completed his schooling in Dhule. Won middle school, High School and NCC Scholarships during his schooling. Stood first in district of Dhule in S.S.C. Examination. Completed Degree course in Bachelor of Engineering (Industrial Electronics) from Pune University. Thereafter completed his law course from Siddhartha Law College, Mumbai.
Enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council of Maharashtra & Goa on 25th August, 1992. Started practice in the District & Sessions Court at Dhule and from 1993 started his practice in the Bombay High Court. Conducted mostly criminal matters and his special area of interest was conducting criminal trials and appeals. Handled all types of criminal matters. He was appointed in various matters as an Amicus Curiae.He was also appointed on a sub-committee for finalizing common rules for the Original side and Appellant side of Bombay High Court.
Elevated as Additional Judge of Bombay High Court on 05th June 2017.
Justice Riyaz Iqbal Chagla
Born on 22nd October 1969 at Mumbai. Completed his graduation from H.R. College of Commerce and Economics, Mumbai University in 1991. Graduated in Law in the year 1993 from University of Cambridge - Downing College.
Enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council of Maharashtra & Goa on 5th July 1993. Joined the Chambers of Senior Counsel Mr. Darius Khambata (Former Additional Solicitor General and Advocate General).
Practiced as Counsel in the Hon'ble Bombay High Court for over 23 years and also appeared in the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India. Appointed on the Union Panel (Senior Counsel Group - 1) in November, 2009 and represented the Central Government in cases under the Prevention of Money Laundering Act, FEMA, NDPS Act etc. Appointed on the State Government Panel - Panel 'A' on 21st September, 2013. During practice as Counsel appeared in Civil, Constitutional, Commercial, Corporate, Intellectual Property, Taxation and Testamentary cases. Appeared and also acted as Arbitrator in several Arbitrations.
Elevated as Additional Judge of Bombay High Court on 5th June 2017.
Justice Manish Pitale
Born on 11th September, 1970 at Nagpur. Graduated from Hindu College, University of Delhi and completed LL.B. from Faculty of Law, University of Delhi. Thereupon, enrolled as an Advocate in 1995 and joined the Chamber of Mr. S.G. Aney, Senior Advocate, at Nagpur. Thereafter, shifted to New Delhi and joined the Chamber of Mr. A.K. Sanghi, Senior Advocate at Supreme Court, New Delhi and worked with him till 2001. Started independent practice in the Supreme Court of India in 2001. Appeared in number of petitions and appeals pertaining to the field of Constitutional Law, Arbitration Law, Commercial Matters, Civil and Criminal Cases. Was the "A" Panel counsel for the State of Maharashtra before the Supreme Court of India. Appeared in important Civil and Criminal cases for the State of Maharashtra. Elevated as an Additional Judge of the Bombay High Court on 5th June, 2017.
Justice Mangesh Shivajirao Patil
He was born on 27th July 1963. Completed Schooling from Bhonsla Military School, Nashik and Graduation in Law from I.L.S. Law College, Pune. He then completed Post Graduation in Law from Pune University.
Practiced in Civil and Criminal Courts at Latur. He was selected as Civil Judge, Junior Division and Judicial Magistrate, First Class and joined at Solapur on 13/05/1992. Got accelerated promotion to the cadre of District and Sessions Judge and stood first in the merit list of the State. Joined as District and Sessions Judge, Satara on 20/03/2002. Was Registrar (Judicial) in the Bombay High Court from 10/05/2010 to 31/01/2014 and then as Registrar General from 01/01/2015 till elevation as an Additional Judge, High Court, Bombay on 05/06/2017.
Justice Prithviraj Keshavrao Chavan
Born on 22nd February, 1963. Completed schooling at various places as father was Doctor in Central Railway. Did B.Sc. (Zoology) from Shivaji University, Kolhapur in 1983. Worked as Development officer in Life Insurance Corporation of India. Obtained LL.B. Degree from Nagpur University in the year 1987 and started Practice in the office of late Hon'ble Shri Justice B.U.Wahane in the High Court of Judicature Bombay, Bench at Nagpur as well as in the District Court, Nagpur from 1987 till 1989.
Appointed as Assistant Public Prosecutor, Registrar of Joint Stock Companies, Sub Registrar at the Union Territory of Diu in 1989. Appointed as Civil Judge, Jr. Dn. & JMFC in June 1992 and posted at Yavatmal.
Promoted in the cadre of District Judge, Amravati in the month of March 2002. Worked as Additional District and Sessions Judge at Amaravati, Bhandara, Gangakhed and Basmat Distt Parbhani. Worked as Member, Motor Accident Claims Tribunal, Bombay from June 2008 to September 2009.
Appointed as Registrar Vigilance, (Finance & Budget), Protocol in the High Court, Bombay, from 2009 to 2012.
Was a Judge of City Civil and Sessions Court, Bombay From 1st March, 2012 to February 2014. Dealt with several matters as a Special Judge under MCOCA, POTA and NIA. Delivered a judgment as a Special Judge under the National Investigation Agency Act wherein the accused were convicted for having found in possession of Fake Indian Currency Notes manufactured in the neighbouring country.
Appointed as Chief Judge, Small Causes Court, Bombay, from February 2014 to February 2016.
Transferred to Amravati as Principal District & Sessions Judge with effect from 7.3.2016.
Transferred to Pune as Principal District and Sessions Judge in the month of September 2016.
Delivered Lecture on evidentiary value of Forensic Science, Medical evidence and role of Experts in Indian Law at Tata Institute of Social Science, Mumbai.
Attended and participated in the International Conference of Forensic Nano Technology held at Forensic Science University, Gandhinagar, Gujrat on 25.3.2011.
Appointed as a Member for the Board of Studies for Forensic Science at University of Mumbai.
Keenly interested in Forensic Criminology.
During college days, participated in cultural and social activities.
Has Been awarded with Black Belt (One Dan) in karate from Shyorin Ryu - Japan.
Keenly interested in mouth organ and violin.
Elevated as Additional Judge of the High Court of Judicature at Bombay on 5th June, 2017.
Justice Smt. Vibha Vasant Kankanwadi
Born on 24.06.1964 at Bijapur in Karnataka State. Completed B.Com from People's College, Nanded & L.L.B. from Ismailsaheb Mulla Law Collecte, Satara. Holding Diploma in Cyber Law from Asian Law School. Stood 4th in Shivaji University in 1st year L.L.B. Comes from a family of Lawyer and Judicial Officers.
Practiced on civil as well as criminal side at Satara, Pune & Bombay High Court Appellate Side between 1987 to 1992.
Joined the judiciary on 1st July, 1992 as C.J.J.D. & JMFC at Thane. Thereafter worked in the same capacity at Kolhapur and Pune Cantonment.
Promoted as Additional District & Sessions Judge on 26th March, 2002. Worked at Sangli, Jaysingpur, District Kolhapur.
Transferred as Joint Director, Judicial Officers' Training Institute, Nagpur. Was sent on deputation to Maharashtra Judicial Academy at Uttan, Dist. Thane. Imparted training to more than 300-350 Judicial Officers.
Worked as District & Sessions Judge at Nagpur & Sangli.
Promoted as Principal District & Sessions Judge in June 2013. Worked in that position at Wardha & Solapur.
Elevated as Additional Judge of High Court of Judicature at Bombay on 05th June, 2017.
Justice Shriram Madhusudan Modak
Born on 13th November, 1965 at Kalyan, District Thane [Maharashtra] in a reputed and renowned family. Studied in V.P. M's Bedekar College of Commerce and Thane Law College, both affiliated to Mumbai University, and took B. Com. and LL. B. Degrees in 1986 and 1989 respectively.
Enrolled as an Advocate on 4th August, 1989. Prior to joining the Judiciary, practised as an Advocate at Kalyan, Thane, Ulhasnagar, Murbad and Shahapur Talukas of Thane District, District Courts, Thane and Kalyan, and the Bombay High Court, for eighteen years. Handled Civil, Criminal, Matrimonial, Revenue, Co-operative and Consumer cases and conducted Sessions trials. These included Externment matters, Chapter Cases, Appeals under Essential Commodities Act, Appeals under Arms Act before different Police Authorities, Cheques Bouncing Cases and Bank matters. Represented Petroleum Dealer in Arbitration Proceedings of Oil Companies. Appointed as a Special Public Prosecutor by Govt. of Maharashtra in a Bank Fraud case by its employees. Was also a Standing Counsel for civil litigations of National Insurance Company, Maharashtra State Finance Corporation, and for criminal matters of Maharashtra State Electricity Board. Held the briefs for the Co-operative Scheduled Banks, namely the Kalyan Janata Sahakari Bank and Dombivali Nagari Sahakari Bank.
Topped the Merit List of the 2007 Batch as a direct District Judge. Joined the Judiciary on 23rd October, 2007 as a District & Assistant Sessions Judge. Worked as a District Judge, Additional Sessions Judge and Family Court Judge at Nagpur. Transferred and posted as a City Civil Judge, Mumbai. Appointed there as a Special Judge to decide the cases under MCOC Act, POTA Act and NSA Act. Worked as a Registrar, Finance & Budget at Bombay High Court. Transfered to Raigad and worked as a Principal District & Sessions Judge at Alibag from 31st October, 2013 till 28th February, 2016. From 1st March, 2016 to 9th July, 2017, worked as a Chief Judge, Small Causes Court. Lastly, before elevation, posted as a Principal District Judge, Pune, and worked as such from 11th July, 2017 till 10th October, 2018.
Was a Member, Treasurer & President of Educational Institution, Balak Mandir, Sanstha, Kalyan, Member of Educational Institution, Chhatrapati Shikshan Sanstha, Kalyan, Member of Managing Committee of Local Finance Patpedhi, Trustee of a temple and other Trusts, and Secretary of Kalyan Advocates Bar Association.
Justice Nijamoodin Jahiroddin Jamadar
1. Name of the High Court : High Court of Judicature at Bombay
2. Name (full Name) : Jamadar Nijamoddin Jahiroddin
3. Date of Birth : 22nd September, 1972
4. School & College attended : Shri Shahaji High School, Akkalkot, Dist. Solapur, D.A.V. Dayanand Law College, Solapur
5. Educational Qualification : BSL, LLB.
6. Date of Enrollment as an Advocate of the High Court and Where Enrolled : 10th August, 1994. Bar Council of Maharashtra & Goa.
7. Type of work done at the Bar and place of practice : District and Sessions Court, Solapur Civil and Criminal matters.
8. Details of Service under the Central or State Government prior to appointment as High Court Judge (where applicable): CJJD - From 1999 to 2002. Metropolitan Magistrate- From 2002 to 2007. District Judge - From 2007 till Appointment as a Judge of High Court.(including postings as i) Registrar - Bombay High Court from 2010-2012 ii) Registrar - Supreme Court of India from 2012-2014 iii) Principal Secretary & R.L.A. from 2015 to 10th October 2018)
9. Date of First appointment to a High Court and name of the Court: 11th October, 2018 Bombay High Court.
Justice Vinay Gajanan Joshi
Born on 14th November, 1962 at Pune. Completed School Education at Solapur and Graduated from Shivaji University, Kolhapur. Did LL.B. (General) from D.A.V. Law College, Solapur and LL.B. (Special) from Shahaji Law College, Kolhapur.
Practiced on Civil and Criminal Side at District Court, Solapur from the year 1986.
Joined Judicial Services as a Civil Judge in May, 1992. Served as Ad-hoc District Judge; City Civil Judge; Officer on Special Duty (OSD), at High Court Bombay; Principal District Judge at Buldhana and Ahmednagar. Also served as Registrar (Inspection), at High Court Bombay and till elevation, as a Principal District Judge, Thane.
Sworn as an Additional Judge of the High Court of Judicature at Bombay on 11th October, 2018.
Justice Rajendra Govind Avachat
Born on 15th March, 1964. Completed education up to graduation i.e. B.Com. at Shirur (Ghodnadi), District Pune.
Did LL.B.(First Class throughout) from I.L.S. Law College, Pune in 1987. Enrolled as an Advocate with Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa in June, 1987. Practised at District Court, Pune and the Court of Civil Judge, Junior Division and Judicial Magistrate, First Class at Ghodnadi.
Joined judiciary as Civil Judge, Junior Division and Judicial Magistrate, First Class in May, 1992. Promoted as Ad-hoc Additional District Judge in October, 2003 and then as District Judge in January, 2008.
Served as Principal District Judge, Kolhapur from May, 2015 to July, 2017 and thereafter, served as Registrar (Vigilance), High Court of Judicature at Bombay.
Elevated as Judge of Bombay High Court on 11th October, 2018.
Justice Avinash Gunwant Gharote
Justice Nitin Bhagawantrao Suryawanshi
Born on 30/05/1966. Completed schooling from Jai Hind High School, Dhule. Completed B.S.L. and L.L.B. Course from Symbiosis Law College, Pune.
Enrolled as an Advocate on 05/08/1988. Started practice at District and Sessions Court, Dhule with Father Advocate B.P. Suryawanshi, a leading Criminal Lawyer. Earned experience of trial work by conducting trials, also conducted Sessions trials at Dhule.
Shifted to Aurangabad High Court Bench in June, 1993 and joined chamber of Senior Shri R.N. Dhorde, Advocate. From 1996 onwards, started independent practice and handled Constitutional, Civil, Criminal, Labour and Service Law matters. Conduced two death sentence confirmation cases.
Was on the panel of Bombay High Court at Aurangabad Bench, represented State Bank of India, various Municipal Councils, Municipal Corporations, District Central Co-operative Bank, Zilla Parishad etc. Was on "A" panel Advocate of State of Maharashtra.
Was unanimous President of Aurangabad High Court Advocates Association for the year 2011-12
Elevated as Additional Judge on 23/08/2019.
Justice Anil Satyavijay Kilor
Born on 3rd September 1966 and hails from Walgaon in Amravati District of Vidarbha region (Maharashtra). He completed his schooling from Hadas High School and thereafter did B. Com from DNC college, Nagpur. He did LL.B from Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Law College of Nagpur University.
Initially he was an intern at the office of Adv. A. A. Bade and after completing LL.B in the year 1992, he joined the office of Adv Sanjay Jagtap.
He conducted matters before High Court, Civil Court , Maharashtra Administrative Tribunal, College Tribunal, School Tribunal, Industrial Court, Labour Court, Co-operative Court, Consumer Court, revenue Tribunal and revenue authorities.
In the year 2000, he was appointed as an Asst. Government Pleader and Addl. Public Prosecutor for Government of Maharashtra at Nagpur Bench of Bombay High Court. In the year 2005, he resigned from the said post.
He was then appointed as 'A' panel counsel for the State of Maharashtra. He was the standing counsel for LIC, National Handloom Corporation, Khandelwal Ferro Alloys. He appeared as a special counsel for Nagpur University, Amravati University, State of Maharashtra and most of the Municipal Councils, Municipal Corporations and Agriculture Produce Market Committees of Vidarbha Region.
He appeared in more than 30 important Public Interest Litigation on pro bono basis. He conducted many Election disputes relating to elections of Village panchayat, Zilla Parishad, Municipal Council, Municipal Corporation and Member of Legislative Assembly/ Council.
He got elected as the President of a prestigious High Court Bar Association, Nagpur in 2017 and had also served as an Executive Member of the Association from the year 1996 to 2000. Being the President of the Bar Association he carried out major development works.
He was elevated as an Additional Judge of the Bombay High Court on 23rd August 2019.
Justice Milind Narendra Jadhav
Mr. Milind Narendra Jadhav, was born in Mumbai on 14th August, 1969. He studied at St. Teresa's High School, Charni Road, Mumbai, and graduated in Life Science and Bio-Chemistry from St. Xavier's College, Mumbai, in 1990. He completed his advanced Diploma in Computer Software, Systems Analysis and Applications from Apple Industries Limited, in 1991. He completed his post-graduate Diploma in Personal Management and Industrial Relations from Rajendra Prasad Institute of Communication and Management, Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Mumbai, in 1992-93. He completed his LL.B. from Government Law College, Mumbai, in 1995-96 and LL.M. from Mumbai University in 1997-98. He worked as Senior Clerk in Western Railway (Central Government Service) from 22.02.1990 to 13.01.1997 in the Establishment/Administration department.
He completed his internship as Advocate from 14.01.1997 to 13.01.1998 under Mr. P.Y. Kulkarni, Advocate in the Small Causes Court, Mumbai. He was enrolled at the Bar on 10.02.1998.
In July 1998, he joined the chambers of Mr. Atul Motilal Setalvad, Senior Advocate as Junior Counsel and was attached to Mr. Chandrashekar Manohar Korde, Senior Advocate, as his Junior at Mumbai.
In 1998, he was conferred the Firdaus H.J. Taleyarkhan Memorial Gold Medal, the late Dr. T.K. Tope Prize and the Shri G.N. Joshi Prize by Mumbai University for securing the highest marks in Group(V)-Constitutional and Administrative Law at the LL.M. Examination.
He started his practice as Junior Counsel on the Original Side of the Bombay High Court in the year 1998. He practiced on the Original Side as well as the Appellate Side of the Bombay High Court mostly in matters relating to Constitutional Law, Land Acquisition Reference Proceedings, cases under Maharashtra Regional and Town Planning Act, 1966 & Maharashtra Land Revenue Code, 1966 and Commercial Laws. He also appeared regularly in the Maharashtra Land Revenue Tribunal, Mumbai, Mumbai City Civil and Sessions Court, Mumbai, the Special Court at Mumbai and in quasi-judicial proceedings before Revenue Authorities.
From 1998 to 2000, he was a part-time lecturer in Land Laws, Environmental Laws and Civil Procedure Code in Siddharth Law College, at Mumbai.
He was a Standing Counsel for the Custodian in the Special Court (Trial of Offences Relating to Transactions in Securities) Act, 1992 at Mumbai, from the year 2000 onwards.
Justice Smt. Mukulika Shrikant Jawalkar
Born on 26th May, 1964. Completed middle and higher education at Nagpur. Completed LLB (5 years) in First Division at Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar College of Law at Nagpur in 1989. Completed LLM (Constitution and Administrative Law) in 1992 from Nagpur University and also completed B.Com and M.Com as an external candidate from Nagpur University. Stood second in order of merit while completing Master Degree in Human Rights and Duties Education in 2003. Enrolled as an Advocate with Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa in September, 1989. She was appointed as Executive Member of High Court Bar Association, Nagpur from 1996 to 1999. She was appointed as Secretary of Vidarbha Lady Lawyers Association. She has worked as Contributory Lecturer in Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar College of Law, Nagpur.
On standing first in the order of merit, she was selected as District Judge directly from Bar and was posted as District Judge-5 and Assistant Sessions Judge, Nasik in 2008. She was nominated by Hon'ble Supreme Court of India and National Judicial Academy as a Member of delegation visiting Australia for an academic exchange programme from 18.09.2009 to 27.09.2009. She was appointed as Judge, Family Court, Bandra from 01.06.2011 to 30.11.2011 and then as Joint Charity Commissioner, Greater Bombay Region from 01.12.2011 to 03.06.2013. She worked as District Judge-1 and Additional Sessions Judge at Amravati from 04.06.2013 to 19.04.2014. She took charge as Principal District and Sessions Judge at Parbhani from 21.04.2014 to 26.04.2017 and as Principal District and Sessions Judge at Bhandara from 02.05.2017 to 12.07.2017. She was appointed as First Chief Lady Judge at Small Causes Court, Mumbai from 13.07.2017 to 04.12.2019. Elevated as Additional Judge of the Bombay High Court on 05.12.2019.
Justice Nitin R. Borkar
Born on 2nd August, 1971. Completed schooling at Gondia and L.L.B from Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar College of Law, Nagpur. Enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa on 8th August, 1995 and joined the office of father Advocate Shri.R.K. Borkar. Practised before the Hon'ble Bombay High Court, bench at Nagpur. Appointed as District Judge on 2nd May 2008. Worked as Principal District and Sessions Judge, Nandurbar, Chandrapur and Thane. Elevated as Additional Judge of the Bombay High Court on 5th December, 2019 and confirmed as Permanent Judge on 1st June, 2021.
Justice Madhav Jayajirao Jamdar
Born on 13th January, 1967. Hails from Pune (Maharashtra). Did his schooling at various schools in Maharashtra including Pethe High School, Nashik and Balmohan Vidyamandir, Shivaji Park, Dadar, Mumbai. Then did his B.Sc. from Kirti College of Arts, Science and Commerce, Dadar, Mumbai. Thereafter joined Ramnaryan Ruia College, Matunga, Mumbai, and obtained a Diploma in Industrial-Analytical Chemistry in 1988, while simultaneously working in a Pharmaceutical Company till 1989. Studied law at New Law College, Dadar, Mumbai and got his LL.B degree in 1991.
His father Mr. J.D. Jamdar was in judicial service from 1960 to 1994. He retired as Judge of Bombay City Civil and Sessions Court in 1989. Thereafter, he worked till 1994 as Member, Industrial Court, Mumbai. He expired on 26.04.2011.
During his law studies, he interned with Late Mr. M.A.Rane, Advocate. He joined Late Mr. M.A.Rane's chamber, after obtaining his LL.B degree in 1991.
He practiced extensively on the Appellate as well as Original Side in the Bombay High Court and appeared in a large number of Civil, Criminal and constitutional matters. Appeared in a number of PILs concerning important issues such as deaths of sewage workers, environment, pollution of rivers, felling of trees, allotment of incorrect marks in C.E.T. for admission to medical colleges, charging of exorbitant fees by Colleges etc.
He was appointed by Hon'ble High Court as Amicus curiae in some matters including PILs concerning rise in offences relating to Women, Accidents in Railways, custodial death in Thane Central Prison etc.
Represented Maharashtra Medical Council, Serum Institute of India Limited, Maharashtra State Textile Corporation and other Organizations.
Legal Advisor to many Tenants' Committees/Societies regarding redevelopment projects in Mumbai.
Appeared for Union of India as Senior Counsel (Group-II) for few years.
He was elevated as an Additional Judge of the Bombay High Court on 7th January, 2020.
Justice Amit B. Borkar
Born on 2nd January 1972. Did B.Sc in Electronics from Vivekananda College, Kolhapur and LL.B from Shahaji Law College, Kolhapur.
Enrolled as an Advocate on 26th July 1994. Started practice before District Court, Kolhapur. In June 1997, started practice at the High Court of Judicature at Bombay. Practiced in Constitutional, Civil, General and Commercial laws, Tenancy, Land revenue, Town planning, Education, Service and Co-operative law matters. Was Panel Advocate to represent the High Court of Judicature at Bombay (Administrative Side). Was appointed as Amicus Curiae in various matters including Public Interest Litigations. Was Standing Counsel for the Maharashtra State Co-operative Election Authority. Was on the panel of the Union of India as a Panel-A Counsel. Was Counsel for various Educational Institutions like Maharashtra National Law University, Mumbai and Shivaji University. Takes avid interest and devotes substantial amount of time in reading books touching various subjects, other than law.
Elevated as Additional Judge of the Bombay High Court on 14th January 2020.
Justice R.N. Laddha
Hon'ble Shri Justice Laddha did his LL.B. from the University College of Law, Nagpur affiliated to the then Nagpur University and enrolled as an Advocate in the year 1989. Practiced mainly on Civil and Criminal side. He joined Judiciary as a Direct District Judge from Bar in the year 2008 and since then has worked twice as Judge, City Civil and Sessions Court, Mumbai; Additional District and Sessions Judge, Kolhapur; Principal District and Sessions Judge, Latur and Principal District and Sessions Judge, Satara. Also worked in the Registry of the Bombay High Court on various positions as Registrar (Inspection) and Registrar (Vigilance). Was appointed as Principal Secretary & Rememberance of Legal Affairs, Law and Judiciary Department, Government of Maharashtra on 15th November 2018. Elevated as Additional Judge of Bombay High Court on 25th June 2021.
Justice S. G. Mehare
Born on 23rd March, 1963 at Akola. Graduated in Commerce from Nagpur University. Did LL.B. in 1988 from Sitabai Arts & Law College, Akola, affiliated to Amravati University. Enrolled as an Advocate with Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa on 31st December, 1988. Practised at District and Sessions Court at Akola, Amravati, Washim and Buldana on civil, criminal and revenue side.
Joined Judiciary as District Judge on 2nd May, 2008.
Posted as Principal District & Sessions Judge at Dadra, Nagar Haveli (U.T.) & Daman (U.T.), Gadchiroli, Nanded, Aurangabad and Nagpur. Also posted as Charity Commissioner of the State of Maharashtra.
Elevated as Additional Judge of the Bombay High Court on 25th June, 2021.
Justice Govinda Ananda Sanap
Govinda s/o. Anandrao and Prayag Sanap was born on 24th February, 1963. Born and brought up in farmer's family. Completed his school education in Zilla Parishad school at village Bhar (Jahangir), Taluka Risod, District Washim. Completed his graduation (B.A.) from Rajasthan College of Arts and Science Washim. Completed his law graduation (LL.B) in first class from Sitabai Arts and Law College, Akola (affiliated to Amravati University). Enrolled as an Advocate on roll of Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa in October 1988. Practiced at Washim and Malegaon on civil and criminal side. In January 1996 was appointed as a Judge of the Small Causes Court, Bombay. Promoted as a District & Sessions Judge in 2008 and posted at Nashik. At Nashik was appointed as a Ex-officio Chairman of Saptashrungimata Devasthan, Wani, Taluka Kalwan, District Nashik. In 2010, was appointed as a Registrar (Personnel and Protocol), High Court, Bombay.
In 2011, transferred to City Civil and Sessions Court, Mumbai. In 2011, was appointed as a Presiding Officer of Special TADA Court for conducting 1993 Mumbai Serial Bomb Blast case and other cases under TADA (P) Act. In 2017, completed the trial and delivered judgment in 1993 Mumbai Serial Bomb Blast case. During this period was Special Judge under N.D.P.S. Act as well. After completion of Bomb Blast Case conducted 26/11 Mumbai Terror Attack case and recorded the evidence of 79 witnesses. In 26/11, Mumbai Terror Attack case recorded the evidence of approver via Video Conference. The approver was produced via Video Conference from U.S.A. In June 2018 was appointed Principal District and Sessions Judge, Jalgaon for two years. Before being elevated as a Judge of the Bombay High Court was posted as a President of Maharashtra State Co-operative Appellate Court, Mumbai. Elevated as a Additional Judge of the Bombay High Court on 25th June, 2021.
A keen Cricket player.
Justice S. G. Dige
Born on 3rd August, 1971. Completed graduation at Dayanand Science College, Latur in Micro-Biology. Completed law in Dayanand Law College, Latur. Became President of District Bar Association, Latur in 2005.
Got prize in Chess on Advocates State Level Competition. Represented the District Bar Association, Latur in State Level Cricket Tournament.
Got selected as District Judge in 2008. Worked as CBI Special Judge, the Joint Charity Commissioner, Pune, the Principal District Judge, Ratnagiri, the Charity Commissioner, Maharashtra, Mumbai, the Registrar (Inspection-I) of Bombay High Court, Member Secretary, Maharashtra. State Legal Services Authority and thereafter worked as the Registrar General, Bombay High Court.
Elevated as Additional Judge of Bombay High Court on 25th June,2021.
Justice Abhay Ahuja
Born on 24th August, 1969.
Graduated in Science from Jai Hind College, Mumbai in the year 1989 and joined Government Law College, Mumbai for the Bachelor of Laws course. After completing LL.B, enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council of Maharashtra & Goa in August 1992. Completed Masters in Commercial Laws (LL.M) from the University Department of Law, University of Mumbai in the year 1994. Qualified as a Solicitor in India in the year 1995, as Solicitor, Supreme Court of England & Wales in the year 1999 and enrolled as Advocate-on-Record, Supreme Court of India in the year 2000.
Has practiced primarily in commercial, corporate, property and taxation laws, representing/advising the Government, its departments, PSUs, banks, corporates and individuals in matters/disputes before the Supreme Court, Bombay High Court, Delhi High Court, Bombay City Civil and Sessions Court, the erstwhile Company Law Boards, National Company Law Tribunal, Income Tax Appellate Tribunal, Securities Appellate Tribunal, the Debt Recovery Tribunals, the Consumer Disputes Redressal Commissions and other local courts and tribunals in India.
Was appointed as Senior Standing Counsel by the Income Tax Department in the year 2008, as Senior Panel Counsel, Group I, by the Government of India in the year 2015 and as Senior Panel Counsel by the Insolvency & Bankruptcy Board of India in 2018 representing the Government in many important matters till his elevation as Judge of the Bombay High Court on March 4, 2020.
Justice A.L. Pansare
Born on 14th November 1965, Graduated in Science from Nagpur University and thereafter completed Diploma in Business Management, Masters Degree in Business Administration and Bachelors Degree in Law.
Started practicing in Nagpur District Court and High Court, Bench at Nagpur, amongst other Courts. Was Panel Advocate with Municipal Council, Kalmeshwar, Dist.Nagpur, Municipal Council, Mohopa Dist. Nagpur, Municipal Council, Varora, Dist. Chandrapur and Bank of India, Branch Kalmeshwar, Dist. Nagpur.
Joined Judicial Service on 2nd May 2008 as District Judge and was posted as Judge of City Civil & Sessions Court (Greater Mumbai). Has worked as District Judge at Akola and Beed. Was on deputation as Joint Charity Commissioner at Amravati, along with charge of Joint Charity Commissioner, Nagpur. Has also worked as Special Judge under the Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988, Maharashtra Control of Organized Crime Act,1999, and National Investigation Agency Act, 2008. Has worked as Principal District Judge at Beed, Amravati and Thane. Has also worked as Registrar in the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India. Has been elevated as Additional Judge of the High Court of Bombay on 21.10.2021.
Justice S.C. More
Born on 07th April, 1966. Had school education at Pethe High School, Nashik. Completed Graduation in Science faculty at R. Y. K. College of Science, Nashik, Pune University. Completed Law education in N.B.T. Law College, Nashik. During the service period, completed Diploma course in Cyber Crimes in Government Law College, Mumbai.
Started practice in Nashik District Court and also some of the Mofussil Courts therein. Worked on Civil, Criminal and Revenue sides.
Got selected as direct District Judge in the year 2008 and initially posted at Bhandara as District Judge-1. Thereafter transferred to Small Causes Court at Mumbai as an Additional Chief Judge in the year 2011. Subsequently, in the year 2012, posted as City Civil Judge and Additional Sessions Judge, City Civil Court Mumbai at Dindoshi. Thereafter worked as District Judge-1 and Additional Sessions Judge at Bhusawal and then got promoted as Principal District Judge, Yeotmal. Also served as 1st Additional Principal Judge, City Civil Court Mumbai at Dindoshi. Then posted as Chief Judge, Small Causes Court, Mumbai. Just before elevation, appointed as Principal District Judge, Nagpur on 1st July, 2021.
A sportsperson having keen interest in Cricket and also represented Science College in intercollegiate cricket tournaments.
Elevated as an Additional Judge of the Bombay High Court on 21st October, 2021.
JUSTICE URMILA SACHIN JOSHI- PHALKE
JUSTICE BHARAT PANDURANG DESHPANDE
Born on 7th December 1962 at Nagpur. Completed the schooling education in C.P. and Berar High School, Ravinagar, Nagpur. After completion of graduation from G.S. College of Commerce and LL.B. from University College of Law, at Nagpur, joined the Bar in the year 1987 and practiced as an advocate at Nagpur. Appeared in various courts, including High Court of Bombay, Bench at Nagpur, District Court, Labour and Industrial Courts etc.
Selected for the post of Civil Judge, Senior Division in Goa Judicial Service in the year 1996 and joined at Ponda, Goa.
Promoted to the post of Additional District Judge in the year 2002. Worked as Special Judge, N.D.P.S. Court, President - Children's Court, Registrar (Judicial), High Court of Bombay at Goa, Member Secretary, Goa State Legal Services Authority and President Wakf Tribunal.
Posted as the Principal District and Sessions Judge, North Goa, Panaji and joined on 7th April 2014 and worked at the said position till April, 2017. Was later transferred and posted as Principal District and Sessions Judge, South Goa w.e.f. April, 2017 to June, 2021. Transferred and posted as Principal District and Sessions Judge, North Goa w.e.f. June 2021 to June, 2022. Elevated as Additional Judge of Bombay High Court w.e.f. 6th June, 2022.
Has keen interest in sports like Basket Ball. Represented Nagpur University for three years in Basket Ball.
JUSTICE KISHORE C. SANT
Born on 7th October 1967.
Was enrolled on 11th July 1991 as an Advocate on the Rolls of the Bar Council of Maharashtra & Goa.
Since 1991, practiced at High Court of Bombay, Bench at Aurangabad. Has also practiced for two and a half years at the principal seat at Bombay.
Appeared in the matters involving constitutional law, civil law, criminal law, service law and PILs.
For many years, represented Maharashtra University of Health Sciences and was also a Standing Counsel for the University. Has represented National Bank for Agricultural and Rural Development.
He was on the Editorial Board of Maharashtra Law Journal. He was Visiting Lecturer in Manickchand Pahade Law College from 1998 till 2010. He has actively participated in various activities of the Bar Association and was the Vice President of the Advocates Association of Bombay High Court at Aurangabad for the year 2010-11. Had actively participated in the programmes conducted by the Maharashtra State Legal Services Authority. He has acted as a Member on the the panel of National Lok Adalat held in High Court of Bombay, Bench at Aurangabad from 2015 till 2021.
Elevated as an Additional Judge of the Bombay High Court on 19th July 2022.
JUSTICE VALMIKI SA MENEZES
JUSTICE KAMAL RASHMI KHATA
Born on 26.11.1969 at Mumbai. Did schooling from Mahindra Students Academy and completed B.Com from H.R. College of Commerce & Economics. Studied Law at Government Law College, Mumbai and Graduated in Law from K.C. Law College, Mumbai.
Enrolled as an Advocate on 19/08/1993. Appeared in matters related to Company Law, Property Law, Testamentary Law, Admiralty Law, Arbitration Law, Trade Marks Law, Writ Petitions and Public Interest Litigation. Conducted Arbitration both as an Arbitrator and as counsel. Honorary Legal Advisor to various Lad Community Trusts. Honorary Lecturer at J.C. Law College.
Appointed as Additional Judge of Bombay High Court on 19/07/2022.
JUSTICE SHARMILA U. DESHMUKH
JUSTICE ARUN R. PEDNEKER
JUSTICE SANDEEP V. MARNE
JUSTICE GAURI GODSE
JUSTICE RAJESH S. PATIL
JUSTICE ARIF S. DOCTOR
Born in Mumbai on 17th July, 1972, Mr. Justice A.S. Doctor completed his schooling from the St. Mary's School (ICSE) Mumbai and went on to graduate from St. Xavier's College, Mumbai and then the Government Law College, Mumbai.
JUSTICE SANJAY A. DESHMUKH
Born on 12th May 1967 at Kodoli, Tq. and District Satara. Completed the primary education in the Jivan Shikshan Shethi Shala at Kodoli, Tq. and District Satara and secondary education in Bhavani Vidya Mandir, Satara. Completed B.A.(Hons) from L.B.S. College Satara. Completed LL.B. from IMLC College, Satara and ranked in the Shivaji University, Kolhapur. Completed LL.M. from New Law College, Pune. Joined the Bar in the month of July 1993 and practiced as an advocate in Satara District Court. Conducted various Civil and Criminal matters.
JUSTICE Y. G. KHOBRAGADE
Born on 09th May, 1966 in the family of agriculturist in the tribal district of Bhandara at village Rengepar (Kotha). Completed primary education in Zilla Parishad Middle School in the said village and was admitted for secondary education in Samarth Vidyalaya, Lakhani.
Chief Justice Sanjay Vijaykumar Gangapurwala
Born on 24.05.1962.
Stood third in the order of merit in LL.B. examination. Started practice in the year 1985 and joined Chambers of advocate Shri S.N.Loya. Practiced in trial Court, High Court and Debt Recovery Tribunal. Was advocate for Financial Institutions such as Central Bank of India, Bombay Mercantile Cooperative Bank, Jalgaon Janata Sahakari Bank, many Corporate bodies and Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University. Also represented Government before Justice Mane Commission. Had privilege to be the advocate of the Hon'ble the Chief Justice of the Bombay High Court.
Extra curricular activites : Is a keen sportsman played lawn tennis at National level. Represented Dr.Babasaheb Ambedkar Marthwada University six times and captained it twice in All India University Tournament. Played Basketball at State level. Was Honourary part time lecturer in M.P.Law College since 1991 till date of elevation as Additional Judge of the Bombay High Court on 13.3.2010.
Justice R. Mahadevan
Was born on 10.06.1963 at Chennai. He completed law degree at Madras Law College and enrolled in the year 1989. Practiced in civil, criminal and writ sides with specialization in indirect taxes, customs and Central Excise matters for a period of 25 years. He served as an Additional Government Pleader (Taxes) for the Government of Tamil Nadu, as Additional Central Government Standing Counsel and Senior Panel Counsel for the Government of India at Madras High Court and conducted more than 9000 cases. He got elevated as a judge of the Madras High court in the year 2013.
Justice D. Krishnakumar
Hon'ble Thiru Justice D.Krishnakumar was born to Thiru. A.P.Deivasigamani and Late Tmt.Saraswathi, at Dharapuram, on 22nd May, 1963. Did his schooling at Government Higher Secondary School, Dharapuram. Studied B.Sc., Degree at Presidency College, Chennai, and B.L. Degree at Madras Law College. Enrolled as an Advocate in the year 1987. After enrolment, joined the office of Mr.K.Duraiswamy, Senior Advocate in the Madras High Court. Served as a Government Advocate in the High Court from 1991 to 1996.
Served as Additional Central Government Standing Counsel from 1998-99 and Special Government Pleader from 2001 – 2006. Standing Counsel for Teachers' Recruitment Board besides several Municipalities including Coimbatore City Municipal Corporation, Indira Gandhi National Open University and other Government Undertakings. And, served as Special Government Pleader (Education) from 2013 till elevation. Had extensive practice in Civil, Criminal and Writ jurisdiction in the High Court. Appointed as a Permanent Judge of the High Court of Madras on 07.04.2016.
Justice S.S. Sundar
Address: Plot No.532, K.K.Nagar, Madurai- 20
Father’s Name: K.S.SIVASUBRAMANIAN
Mother’s Name: S. KASIKANI AMMAL
Date of Birth: 03.05.1963
Educational Qualification:
1. Completed B.Sc (Chemistry) in the year 1984 at St.Xavier’s College, Palayamkottai(1981-84)
2. Completed Law in 1987 at Madras Law College (1984-87)
NativeKootampuli, a village near Tuticorin
Date of Enrolment: 15.04.1988 (211/1988)
No.of Years of Practice: 26 years. From the date of Enrolment I was Practicing at Madras High Court as Junior of Senior Advocate Sri. T.R.Rajagopalan till 2006.
I became independent after shifting my practice to Madurai Bench of Madras High Court in 2006.
Nature of Practice: Civil Appellate Side, Service and Writs.
Field of Specialization:
1. Land Acquisition
2. Hindu Succession
3. Specific Performance
4. Rent Control Matters
5. Contractual Matters
6. Land Reforms Cases.
Panel Advocate: I have been a panel advocate for
1. Madras University from 1996-2001
2. National Textiles Corporation
3. Registrar General and appeared for Subordinate Judicial Officers in cases which comes within Madurai Bench of Madras High Court.
Office Bearer of Association: I was the General Secretary of Madurai Bench of Madras Bar Association (MMBA) from April 2008 to March 2009.
Justice M. Sundar
Justice M.Sundar was born on 19th July, 1966 in Chennai, he graduated in Law from the Madras Law College, belongs to the first batch of 5 years integrated Law Course and he enrolled as an Advocate in 1989. He practiced primarily in the Madras High Court and had a wide spectrum of practice on the Civil Side. He was standing counsel for TWAD Board, Government of Tamil Nadu between 2003 and 2006. He was sworn in as permanent Judge of this Court on 05.10.2016.
Justice R. Suresh Kumar
Born to Sri. C. Ramachandran and Smt. R. Chandrambal at Vallathirakottai Village, Pudukkottai District, in the year 1964. His father was the President of the Village Panchayat for about 40 years. Before him, his grandfather was the Panchayat President for 30 more years. His maternal grandfather was an M.L.C. of the State Legislative Council of the then Princely State of Pudukkotta.
Studied upto 4th standard in Govt. Middle School, Vallathirakottai, from 5th to 8th standard at Sri Gulapathi Balaiya Middle School and from 9th to 12th standard at TELC Higher Secondary School, Pudukkottai. Graduated (B.Sc.) from H.H.The Raja`s College, Pudukkottai, and completed B.L. Degree in the year 1989 at the Madras Law College, presently known as Dr.Ambedkar Govt. Law College, Chennai.
Wife Mrs. S. Rajeswari, granddaughter of a freedom-fighter of Tanjore District and daughter of Mr. S. Kaliyaperumal, Joint Director of Rural Development (Retd.) and Mrs. Premavathi, studied B.L. at Trichy Law College and M.L. at Annamalai University. Having only son S. Surajiv Arul is a school-going boy.
Enrolled as an Advocate in Tamil Nadu Bar Council on 27.09.1989 and joined at the office of Mr. A. Muthukrishnan and had been practising in both Original and Appellate Sides at High Court, and thereafter attached with the Senior Advocate and Former Advocate General of Tamil Nadu Sri. N.R. Chandran, who also belongs to Pudukottai District and was groomed under him in Writ side matters with the specialization of academic and service subjects. He has been in the practice for 27 years till elevation, at the High Court of Madras as well as in the Central and State Administrative Tribunals. Practised in the areas of Civil, Constitutional and Writ, particularly in the field of academic and service matters.
Was the Standing Counsel for TNPSC from October, 2001 to October, 2006 and the Counsel for the Registry of Madras High Court from July 2009 upto his elevation; appointed as Senior Panel Counsel by the Ministry of Law & Justice, Govt, of India (2010-2014) and represented cases of various departments of the Central Govt, and served as the Govt. Counsel for Union of India to deal with the service matters at Central Administrative Tribunal, Madras Bench between 2010 and 2014. Also served as the Standing Counsel for Indian Maritime University, a Central University, from the year 2009 upto 2014. From 2012 to Jan.2016, was the Counsel for Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI), and was also appointed as Standing Counsel for Annamalai University in October 2013 and served as such till his elevation.
When he was the Standing Counsel for TNPSC in 2004, he appeared along with the renowned Senior Counsel Mr. P.P. Rao before the Honble Supreme Court of India in respect of Civil Judges Recruitment issue. As Senior Central Govt. Counsel, he appeared for Atomic Energy Regulatory Board (AERB) in the famous Koodangulam Nuclear Power Project case. Apart from the Governmental and Quasi Governmental organizations, he had been the Counsel for many numbers of academic institutions such as Engineering colleges, B.Ed. colleges, Teacher Training Institutes, Polytechnics and also some of the Colleges of Medical and Dentistry besides the Counsel for Matriculation Schools.
Justice S.M. Subramaniam
Mr.S.M.Subramaniam was born on 31.05.1965, completed his Law Degree in the year 1991 and enrolled as an Advocate in the Bar Council of Tamil Nadu on 25.09.1991. He worked under Senior Counsel Mr.K.Duraisamy for about 1 year and established an independent office from December 1992. He appeared in numerous cases associated with varied branches of law, which encompasses Writs, Civil Appeals, Civil Suits and in few criminal cases. He has specialised in the field of service law and was representing various Government Officials Associations.
The important cases argued by him are:
1.In the year 2004, he appeared in the case of ESMA & TESMA wherein 2 lakh Government Employees were terminated from service.
2.Appeared in the case of termination of 10,000 saalai paniyaalargal from the Highways Department.
3.Appeared in a case representing large number of State Government Pensioners retired between 1960 & 1988 in which around 1,50,000 aged state government pensioners received pension and arrears.
4.His maiden appearance before the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India was in the year September 1995 in the case of Kaliyaperumal Vs. Government Officials Union representing the respondent.
He is supported by his wife Mrs.Sasikala Subramaniam, Advocate & only daughter Ms.Swadhi Subramaniam, studying final year law course at the School of Excellence in Law in Chennai.
Justice J. Nisha Banu
Her Lordship The Hon'ble Mrs.Justice.J.Nisha Banu was born to Mr.M.Jeniston Devi Raj and Ms. J. Jeevarthinam at Nagercoil on 18.09.1966. Her Lordship did her schooling in St.Joseph Convent Higher Secondary School and did law at Madurai Law College and enrolled herself as an Advocate on 28.11.1990. Her Lordship started her practise in the Madras High Court and practised in the field of Writ, Civil, Criminal, Debts Recovery Tribunal Cases and Rent Control cases and specialised herself in the Service Law and shifted her practise to the Madurai Bench of Madras High Court, after the constitution of Madurai Bench of Madras High Court in the year 2004. Her Lordship was the President of the Women Advocates Association of the Madurai Bench of Madras High Court, till her elevation; Secretary of the Tamil nadu Federation for Women Lawyers and also held the post of Joint Secretary in All India Federation for Women Lawyers; She was the Counsel for the Director of Revenue Intelligence; Bar Counsel of India; Annamalai University; She was an accredited Mediator and mediated several cases; Served as a Member of the Sensitisation Committee; Advocate for the Legal Service Authority of India and sat as a Member of the Lok Adalat and dealt with a number of cases; She got elevated as a Judge of the High court on 05.10.2016
Justice M.S. Ramesh
Justice M.S.RAMESH was born on 28th December 1963 to Thiru.M.Selvanathan and Tmt.Mohana Selvanathan at Chennai.
Pursued the five years integrated B.L.Degree Course in Madurai Law College and was enrolled as an advocate on 9th January 1991. Joined the office of Thiru.S.Jagadeesan (as he then was) and worked with him till his elevation as a Judge of this Hon`ble High Court. Thereafter commenced independent practice and had been handling cases in writs, labour, service, civil and criminal matters. Served as a Senior Reporter of Indian Law Reports and a Guest Faculty for Labour Laws in the Tamil Nadu Labour Studies and other private colleges in Chennai. Appointed as Additional Government Pleader for State of Tamil Nadu and continued in the post till elevation. Married to Mrs.Archana Ramesh and blessed with a daughter Hasika Neethi Ramesh, studying law course in School of Excellence in Law and a son, Nitin Ramesh.
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Justice Anita Sumanth
Educational Qualifications :-
(i) B.A (English Literature), Women`s Christian College, Madras
(ii) B.L. Government Law College, Madras
(iii) M.L. in Constitutional and Public International Law, University of Madras
(iv) Ph.D. awarded by the National Law School of India University, Bangalore.
Subject: International Taxation- Electronic Commerce
Joined the Chambers of Senior Advocate Sri. V.Ramachandran upon enrollment. Practiced extensively before the Supreme Court, High Courts, Tribunals and other appellate fora as well as the Authority for Advance Rulings, specializing in Direct and Indirect Taxes and corporate laws
Held the position of Special Government Pleader (Taxes), Madras High Court, since June 2014
Appointed Permanent Judge of the Madras High Court in October 2016
Justice P. Velmurugan
Date of Birth: 09.06.1965
Place of Birth: Thamaraipadi, Dindigul District
Father: Late T.S.Perumal, Rtd Teacher, Panchayat Union Elementary Schools Dindigul District.
Mother: Chinnathayee, House Wife
Brothers: Shri.P.Santhanagopalan D.H.O, Southern Railway, Chennai
and Shri.Jeyagopal, C.H.I, Southern Railway, Karur
Sisters: Smt. Saraswathi and Smt.Valarmathi
Upto 8th Standard: Panchayat Union Middle School, Thamaraipadi
9th to 12th Standard: C.S.M.A, Higher Secondary School, Kovilur Dindigul District
Legal Education: B.L.Degree, at Government Law College, Madurai (5 Year Course)
Enrollment: Enrolled as an Advocate in the Year 1990. Joined the Office of Shri. R. Sridharan, Senior Advocate, Dindigul S/O. Ramachandra Iyer, Advocate
Judicial Service: Appointed as District Judge, on 06.06.2005 joined as District Judge, Trainee, Sivaganga.
After that Served in various places as, I Additional District Judge, Madurai, District Judge, Karikal, Economic Offences Court I, Egmore, Principal District Judge, Tiruchirappalli, Chief Judge, Pondicherry and Registrar (Vigilance), High Court, Madras.
Wife: Dr.R.Sudha, M.D.Associate Professor, Government Medical College, Tiruchirappalli
Son: Selvan. V. Karthikai Kumaran
Daughter: Selvi. V. Nethra, Studying in School at Trichy.
E-mail: [email protected]
Dr. Justice G. Jayachandran
Dr.G.JAYACHANDRAN born on 01.04.1965 at Vellore to Mr.R.Gopalan and Mrs.G.Rukmani. He hails from agricultural family.
He had his primary education at St.Mary's Convent, Vellore and higher secondary education at Voorhees Higher Secondary School, Vellore.
He joined the Law College at Chennai in the year 1983. He belongs to the first batch of five years integrated law course.
He joined M.L., in the Department of Legal studies at Madras University and shared the first rank in M.L (International Law & Constitutional Law) along with Mr.G.Gurusamy, I.R.S., for the year 1990.
In the year 2001, he was conferred with Doctorate in Law by the University of Madras for his thesis on Trafficking and Control of Narcotic Drugs in India under the guidance of Prof.(Dr) N.Balu [Former Vice Chancellor of National University of Advance Legal Studies (NUALS), Ernakulam, Kochi].
He enrolled as an Advocate on 28.10.1988 at Tamil Nadu Bar Council and joined the office of Late Mr.N.Meenakshisundaram (Father of Hon'ble Mr.Justice M.Sathyanarayanan). Later, worked under Mr.K.R.A.Muthukrishnan, Dr.T.S.Ramaswamy and Late.Mr.P.Rajamanickam. He, along with Mr.P.N.Prakash (later Hon'ble Mr.Justice P.N.Prakash) and Mr.S.Rajendirakumar, established the Law Firm Norton and Grant. He has handled cases both before the Trial Courts and Appellate Courts.
In the year 1998, he was appointed as Additional Central Government Standing Counsel to represent Central Government in Madras High Court. Under the guidance of the then Additional Solicitor General Mr.V.T.Gopalan, he appeared on behalf of several Central Government Departments and institutions including Customs, CISF and BSNL.
Under the tutelage of Late P.Rajamanickam, the legendary prosecutor, handled cases of NCB and CBI in the respective Special Courts since 1996. Also served as Special Public Prosecutor of CBI in trial Courts at Chennai.
Assumed charge as District Judge at Trichy on 06.06.2005.
Served as:
First Additional District Judge, Coimbatore, Special Judge for Central Bureau of Investigation cases, Coimbatore.
Additional Director and Director of Tamilnadu State Judicial Academy.
Special Judge for NDPS Act cases, Chennai
Principal District Judge, Thiruvallur and
Principal Judge, Chennai.
Between July 2011 and February 2015, served as Law Secretary to the Government of Tamilnadu.
Elevated as Judge of Madras High Court on 5th October 2016.
Justice RMT. Teekaa Raman
Thiru RMT. Teekaa Raman S/o.(Late) Thiru. R.M. Thiruvengadam and (Late) Tmt.T.Meenakshi born on June 9th 1963, did schooling in Government High School at Arcot, Vellore District, and did Plus Two at Voorhees Higher Secondary School and graduated in B.Sc. Mathematics from Voorhees College, Vellore
Did M.Sc. Mathematics in Ramanujam Institute in advanced study in Mathematics at University of Madras, Chennai and did B.L. from Madras Law College 1988, and enrolled as an Advocate on 11.11.1988 and commenced practice in the Office of Justice J. Kanakaraj (now retired) and (Late) M.S. Umapathy, started independent practice since 1995 in Appellate Side of the Madras High Court and also specialized in Writ Petition. Also appeared proposed before Debt Recovery Tribunal (DRT), Consumer Forum, Land Reforms Appellate Tribunal, special focus on Land Acquisition, Land Administration and Land Reforms and Property Matters.
Selected as District Judge by direct Recruitment in the year 2004 and joined the Tamil Nadu Judicial Service in June 2005. Worked as a Trainee District Judge at Krishnagiri and Additional Judge (PCR) Madurai and Special Session Judge (Mahila Court), Chennai and Principal Judge, Family Court, Chennai.
Promoted as Principal District Judge and posted at Tiruvannamalai & Erode and worked as Chairman, Tamil Nadu State Sales Tax Appellate Tribunal and Additional Registrar (Vigilance), High Court, Madras and Secretary, High Court Legal Services Committee and as Member Secretary in Tamil Nadu State Legal Services Authority in December 2014.
My elder brother Dr. Pasupathi is working as Reader in Pathology, Vellore Government Medical College at Vellore and my wife Dr. Manjula Raman M.Sc., Ph.D., and she is working as Assistant Professor in Private Medical College and my elder daughter T. Sadhana Raman is an Engineer in Electrical Communication (EC) and my younger daughter T. Mayuri studying Plus Two in CBSE stream.
I also represented National Legal Services Authority and Chaired the main session of National Seminar on Legal Protection to HIV affected Persons organised by United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) at New Delhi on 21st December, 2015.
Justice C.V. Karthikeyan
Born on 14th December 1964 as sixth generation in a family of Lawyers and Judges to Sri C.V. SIMHARAJA SASTRI and Smt. SARASWATHY S. SASTRI.
Did initial schooling at St. JOSEPH`S PRESENTATION CONVENT, Royapuram, Chennai, and later completed High School from St. MARY`S HIGHER SECONDARY SCHOOL, Armenian Street, Chennai and Higher Secondary from HINDU SENIOR SECONDARY SCHOOL, Triplicane, Chennai. Graduated in B.Sc. (Statistics) from MADRAS CHRISTIAN COLLEGE, Tambaram, Chennai and in B.L. from Dr. AMBEDKAR LAW COLLEGE, Chennai. Later also completed M.L. from ANNAMALAI UNVERSITY and M.A. from MADURAI KAMARAJ UNIVERSITY.
Enrolled as Advocate on 23rd August 1989 and joined the office of late Sri V.S. SUBRAHMANYAN, Advocate and Part-Time Professor, Madras Law College. Also established commendable individual practice.
Selected as District Judge in Tamil Nadu State Judicial Service and joined service on 6th June 2005 as Trainee District Judge at Ramanathapuram. Served as II Additional District Judge (CBI Cases), Madurai, Additional and Principal Labour Court Judge at Vellore, Director, Tamil Nadu State Judicial Academy, Registrar (Vigilance), Madras High Court and finally as Chief Judge, Puducherry, during which period also served intermittently as Member Secretary, Puducherry Legal Services Authority.
Justice N. Sathish Kumar
SHRI. JUSTICE N. SATHISH KUMAR, B.Sc., B.L., was born on May 6th, 1967. Appointed as District Judge (Entry Level) on regular basis on 06/06/2005 by way of Direct Recruitment.
Underwent training as,
Additional District Munsif in Vellore from 06/06/2005 to 05/12/2005
Additional Sub Judge in Vellore from 06/12/2005 to 05/06/2006.
Underwent Induction Training in Tamil Nadu State Judicial Academy, Chennai from 06/06/2006 to 07/07/2006.
Worked as,
I Additional District Judge in Thanjavur from 10/07/2006 to 04/05/2009.
Sessions Judge, Sessions Court for trial of Bomb Blast Cases in Coimbatore from 08/05/2009 to 03/07/2009
I Additional District Judge in Coimbatore from 06/07/2009 to 28/08/2010.
District Judge in Nagapattinam from 01/09/2010 to 30/04/2012.
Principal District Judge in Erode from 02/05/2012 to 14/03/2014.
As Director, Tamil Nadu State Judicial Academy from 17/03/2014 to 30/09/2016 and
held the post of Registrar General in High Court, Madras from 30/09/2016 to 14/11/2016.
Elevated as Additional Judge of the High Court of Madras on 16.11.2016
Justice N. Seshasayee
Hon'ble Thiru. Justice N. Seshasayee
A native of Nagercoil, Kanyakumari District, Tamilnadu, Justice N. Seshasayee was born on 8th January 1963, to Shri.Narayana Iyer and Smt.Rukmoni at Mancompu, a village in the backwaters of Alleppey, Kerala.
His father was in the State Judicial Service, and hence he had his early schooling at multiple stations where his father was posted. He did his second half of his schooling at S.L.B. Govt. Higher Secondary School, Nagercoil, and proceed to pursue his graduation in Economics in the Scott Christian College, Nagercoil. He obtained his bachelors degree with a University rank from the Madurai Kamaraj University in 1983.Following his father’s footsteps, he joined law at the Madras Law College, and obtained his law degree in 1986.
On his enrolment on 10-09-1986, he joined the office of late N.Chidamabarakrishnan, a doyen of not just of the local Bar, but of the South Travancore prior to State Re-organisation. His office was about a century old with a vast library and substantial work on the civil side.
In May 1991, he was married to Priya, who was the only child to late S.Parameswaran, Advocate, Ernakulam, Kerala. Soon, calamity struck when Priya died in a road accident, following which Justice Seshasayee shifted his practice to the High Court of Kerala to practise under his father-in-law. This was between 1992-1995.
Both his seniors moulded his attitude and sculpted his character on a plane of strong ethical fidelity and professional standards. Justice Seshasayee is interested to work on the first principles, for which he had had abundant opportunity under his senior late Chidambarakrishnan to acquire and strengthen his knowlege on them. This period of tutelage also helped him develop an ability for linear thinking and analysis. Late Parameswaran, on the other hand, provided Justice Seshasayee enormous opportunities to sharpen his ability and skills in advocacy.
His stint at Ernakulam was also significant as it provided him with an incredible opportunity to be a law clerk of sort to assist late V.R.Krishna Iyer J in the latter’s legal writings – from legal research, to typing his manuscripts to proof reading. While paying tribute to him (in his reply speech delivered on his elevation to the address of the Advocate General) Justice Seshasayee recalls his private conversation with Justice Iyer, and says:
“He (Justice Iyer) observed that all that a Judge requires is a mind that can get painfully distressed to witness injustice, more particularly that which the voiceless millions of this country experience and are exposed to in all its multitudinous dimensions....... without pleading helplessness a judge only needs to be sensitive to respond to injustice. I have seen his eyes turning profusely lachrymose when some citizen walks into ‘Satgamaya’ to narrate his sufferings. They for me were the early lessons in judicial sensitivity to human suffering. Never did I realize that this limited and almost inconsequential experience under the great master will be of immeasurable advantage in my later years. On his centenary it's befitting to affirm that I am keen to stand by the values that he stood for. I must confess that at one time his influence on me was so dominant that it took me close to two decades to develop my own style of writing.”
In 1995 he returned to Nagercoil to shoulder the responsibility of continuing the legacy of his senior late Chidambarakrishnan. Within few years he built considerable practice on the civil side. He is since married to Bhagavathi alias Girija and has a son Mukunth Narayanan.
He joined the Tamil Nadu State Judicial Services as a District Judge (Direct Recruit) on 06.06.2004, and he was posted as a Trainee District Judge at Chengalpet. He was posted as the First Additional District Judge, Tirunelveli on 06.06.2006, from where he was transferred and posted as Presiding Officer, Special Court for TNPID Cases, Madurai on 07.04.2008. Between 2009-2011 he served as the Registrar (Judicial) of the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court from 2009 to 2011. In April, 2011 he was posted at Coimbatore. He served as the Principal District Judge at Coimbatore and then at Salem. On 16-11-2016 he was elevated as an Additional Judge of the Madras High Court. He was made a permanent judge of the said High Court on 02.11.2018.
He draws immense strength from a philosophy that he has developed for himself: “It is our moment in the history of the nation and human civilisation; what best can we do?” He constantly reminds himself: “Respect, and even revere the contributions of all eminent personalities who have hitherto walked on this planet, but forget not that they had given their best and had done what they were destined to deliver in their moments in the history. It is now our time, and we have a duty to the nation and the institutions to which we belong.”
He records his attitude to his work in his reply speech (above referred to ):
“I may not be a slot machine stuff to produce instant judgments all the time. However, I state that nothing is dearer to me than the commitment to fulfill the trust that the society reposes in our legal system and in that endeavour I promise I will not relax until my conscience is satisfied that I have given my best.....”
Justice V. Bhavani Subbaroyan
Name: BHAVANI SUBBAROYAN
Wife of (Late) D. SUBBAROYAN, Advocate
Date of Birth: 17.05.1963
Born at Thanjavur hailing from Agricultural family Kallaperambur Village, Thanjavur
Education: Passed 10th & +2 at Presidency Girls Hr. Sec. School, Egmore, Chennai.
B.Sc., in the year 1980..83 at Queen Mary`s College, Chennai.
B.L., in the year 1983 ..86 at Madras Law College, Chennai
Master Degree in Law 1992 ..95, Annamalai University
Date of Enrollment: 13.08.1986
Practice: After Enrollment Joined the office of M/s.Aiyer & Dolia, Advocates and practiced from 1986 to 1991 in High Court, Madras and other courts in Chennai. Thereafter, joined the office of Senior Advocates Mr. N.Natarajan and Mrs. Ramani Natarajan and practiced till 1994.
From 1995 .. 2004 practiced along with the Mr.D.Subbaroyan and managed the practice of father-in-law Mr.I.Duraisamy, Advocate (Junior of (Late) Mr. Mohan Kumaramangalam, Advocate) in the District Munsif Kothagiri, Coonoor and District Court of Nilgiris. During such period effectively implemented the legal aid movement to benefit the Tribal people in and around Nilgiris. Shifted back to Chennai during 2004 and was practicing in the High Court in Civil Side.
Justice A.D. Jagadish Chandira
Mr.Justice A.D.Jagadish Chandira, was born on 15.02.1966 in Virapandiapatnam Village in Thoothukudi District. His father Late Prof. Dasan Fernando was the Vice Principal and Head of the Department of Chemistry in Aditanar College of Arts and Science, Tiruchendur. Mother Mrs.Metilda Dasan was a Home Maker, who had taken the role of heading the family after the demise of his father in his early ages. His wife Mrs. Chiara Jagadish had completed her M.A (Public Administration) and M.Sc (Counselling and Guidance), however had chosen to be a Home Maker.
Mr. Justice A.D. Jagadish Chandira though initially got admitted in Madurai Law College later transferred and completed his Law Degree at Dr.Ambedkar Govt. Law College, Chennai and enrolled as an Advocate in the year 1989. Initially he had trained himself with M/s. King and Partridge as Junior Advocate (1989-91) and thereafter practised as Junior Advocate in the office of Mr.P.Peppin Fernando, in both the offices he had appeared in the Civil cases and later joined the office of his maternal uncle Shri.G.R.Edmund and practiced extensively in Criminal sides both in trial and appellate sides.
He had started his individual practice in the year 1997 and had practiced in both trial and appellate sides in Civil, Criminal matters, before Consumer and other Commissions and also in Writ Jurisdictions. He served as an Additional Public Prosecutor of the Madras High Court during the year 2010 and this apart he has served as Panel Counsel to the State Human Rights Commission and also as the Honorary Legal Advisor to the Tamil Nadu State Women's Commission, Chennai. He was a Honorary Associate Editor of the Law Journal-Chennai Law Times (Criminal).
He was appointed as a Amicus Curiae to assist the Court in the matter of Katta Panchayat in the year 2016.
Justice G.R. Swaminathan
Native Place: Thiruvarur
Father's Name: Rajaraman
Family Backdrop: Father retired employee of State Bank of India. Mother is a Home Maker. Wife is a Home Maker. Daughter Sadhana and Elder son Chandrasekar
Academic Qualifications: B.L. 1985 - 1990 a. Law Degree (B.L.) in Central Law College, Salem and Dr.Ambedkar Government Law College, Pondicherry.
Professional Growth: a. Member of Bar Council from 1991
b. Regarding early days of Profession like being Junior to any renowned Counsel etc Junior under Shri.K.Ramamoorthy, Senior Counsel and later Judge of the Madras and Delhi High Courts. Junior under Shri.R.Subramanian, former Additional Government Pleader, Government of Pondicherry at Central Administrative Tribunal. Junior under Shri.P.Krishnamoorthy, G.P. cum PP, Government of Pondicherry at High Court.
c. Appointments like APP/PP/Addl PP/ Lokadalat/ etc Standing counsel for several Public Sector undertakings like LIC, BSNL, EPFO, New Indian Assurance. Standing counsel for Madurai Corporation. For Government of Kerala at Madurai Bench of Madras High Court. Assistant Solicitor General of India for Madurai Bench from July 2014 till elevation as Judge of the Madras High Court in June 2017.
d. Practiced majority or expertise in Civil or Criminal or Constitutional Practised in the appellate side and handled all kinds of cases, civil criminal and constitutional.
e. Professional special deeds He was appointed by the Tamil Nadu Government to defend the police department in Paramakudi Firing incident before Justice Sampath Commission. Appeared in several major issues such as securing voter ID cards for transgenders, securing ban on sand mining for five years in Tamirabarani river, sustaining demonetisation etc.
Justice Abdul Quddhose
Born on 08.09.1969 at Cumbum, Theni District. Did his schooling upto Xth Standard at Vanavani Matriculation Higher Secondary School, IIT Campus, Chennai and thereafter at Boston Matriculation Higher Secondary School, Nandanam, Chennai upto XIIth Standard. He studied 5 year Bachelor of Law Course at Dr.Ambedkar Government Law College, Chennai. He is a third generation Lawyer having got himself enrolled as a Member of the Tamil Nadu Bar Council on 31.03.1993. His father is Justice A. Abdul Hadi (Retd.), a former Judge of the Madras High Court and his paternal grandfather is late S.K.Ahmed Meeran who was a Member of Parliament in the 1950s and a Member of the Madras Bar for more than 50 years and was also a Freedom Fighter. Initially, in April, 1993, he joined the Office of Mr.S.Sampath Kumaar, Senior Advocate of M/s.Sampath Kumaar & Associates as a Junior and had wide experience in all branches of Civil Laws. In September, 1994 started his independent practice along with Mr.S.Vasudevan and Mr.K.Krishnaswamy and continued to practice along with them till his elevation as a Judge of the Madras High Court on 28.06.2017. He has more than 24 years of active practice in all branches of Commercial Laws predominantly in the Original Side of the Madras High Court with specialization in Arbitration and Admiralty Law. He has appeared in High Court, Madras in Original Side, Appellate Side and Writ Side and also conducted trials before the High Court and Subordinate Courts and some of the cases have also been reported in various Law Journals. He has also appeared in many Arbitrations.
He has advised various Corporate Houses which includes Manufacturing Companies, Trading Houses, Banks, Non-Banking Financial Institutions and Shipping Companies both in India and Abroad.
He was a Member of the Maritime Law Association of Singapore and The Committee Maritime - India (CM-I), Indian Maritime Law Association and he has participated in various Maritime Law Conferences / Seminars both in India and Abroad including the Asian Maritime Law Conference at Singapore during the years 2011, 2013, 2014 and 2015 and also the International Maritime Law Conference at New York, USA.
Justice M. Dhandapani
Date of Birth: 15.04.1968
Family Background: Son of (late) Mr.T.V.S. Mani, an oil merchant and Mrs. Pownambal, born in Chinnasalem and brought up at Ulundurpet (Villupuram District)
Family: Wife : Mrs. D. Kavitha, (home maker)
Sons : D. Karthikeyan, Mechanical Engineer
D. Senthurkugan, II Year Law Student
Educational Qualifications: B.A.(History), Jamal Mohammed College, Tiruchy.
Bachelor of Law (B.L), Law College, Tiruchy.
Professional Experience: a. Appointed as Standing Counsel for Metropolitan Transport Corporation Ltd., Chennai between 1996 .. 2001.
b. Appointed as Government Advocate, High Court of Madras, in the year 2000 by the Government of Tamilnadu. served till 2001.
c. Appointed as Additional Central Government standing counsel, High Court of Madras in the year 2004 by Govt. of India. Subsequently appointed as Senior Panel Counsel by Government of India
d. Appointed as Additional Counsel, High Court of Madras for Enforcement Directorate in the year, 2004 by Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance, Government of India.
e. Appointed as Additional Government Pleader, High Court of Madras, in the year 2006 by the State Government of Tamilnadu. promoted as Special Government Pleader in 2007 and in the year 2010 designated as Special Government Pleader (Land Acquisition)
f. Appointed as Special Counsel, High Court of Madras, for Enforcement Directorate in 2006 .. 2009 and tenure extended for another three years i.e., till 2012. further extended as Special Counsel as per the request of Enforcement Directorate zonal office, Chennai, until further orders.
g. Re-appointed as Special Public Prosecutor and Panel Counsel for Enforcement Directorate by Department of Revenue, Ministry of Finance, Government of India in January, 2016.
Justice P.D. Audikesavalu
Name: P. D. AUDIKESAVALU
(PONDICHERRY DAIVASIGAMANI AUDIKESAVALU)
Date of Birth: 30th December, 1970
Family background:
Paternal Grandfather:
(Late) Sardar P.M. Audikesavalu Naicker
Freedom Fighter,
Member of Madras Legislative Assembly (1937-1939)
Deputy Mayor of Madras (1939-1940)
Member of Interim Parliament (1950-1952)
Father:
Sri P.A.Daivasigamani
Advocate & Social Worker
Mother:
Smt Manimehala Daivasigamani Retired School Principal &
Former Member, Madras (North) Consumer Disputes Redressal Forum (1994-1999)
Wife :
Smt Kavitha Audikesavalu
Advocate
Daughter:
A.Pooja Varshini
Educational qualifications: Std. I to Std. X (1977-1987)
Sir M.Venkatasubba Rao Matriculation Higher Secondary School,
Thirumalai Pillai Road, T.Nagar, Chennai .. 600017
Std. XI and Std. XII (1987-1989)
SBOA School & Junior College, School Road, Anna Nagar Western Extension, Chennai .. 600101. B.L., (1989-1994) and
M.L., (1995-1997)
Madras Law College
Stood First in Law Colleges Entrance Examinations (1989) in Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry
Was awarded the Carl Micheal Prize by University of Madras for having secured the First Rank in M.L. Degree Examination (1997) in Contracts & Mercantile Law Branch
Was awarded President`s Scout Award in 1985
Practice:
(a) Date of enrollment14th September, 1994
(b) Actual number of years of practice22 years
(c) Places and/ or the Courts before whom practised and the periodHad been practicing mainly in Madras High Court, and has also been conducting cases before Consumer Disputes Redressal District Fora & State Commission, Debts Recovery Tribunals, Debts Recovery Appellate Tribunal City Civil Court, Small Causes Court & Labour Courts in Chennai City from September 1994 to June 2017
(d) Nature of practiceAll branches of civil law including Civil, Writ, Constitutional, Labour, Company, Service cases, banking matters, arbitration claims.
(e) The field of specializationBanking, Service matters, Motor Accident Claims, Rent Control, Consumer Disputes, Arbitration Claims
Particulars of positions held as Counsel for the State or Union or any statutory authority or public undertakings:
Was Standing Counsel for State Bank of India
Food Corporation of India
Tamil Nadu Ex-Servicemen Corporation
Oriental Insurance Co., Ltd.,
Egmore Benefit Society Ltd.
Khadi Gramodyog Bhavan
Assisted the Advocate General of Tamil Nadu, Shri R.Muthukumaraswamy (from 27.08.2016 to 21.06.2017) and also earlier when he was the Additional Advocate-General of Tamil Nadu.
Was Panel Advocate for the Administrator General and Official Trustee of Tamil Nadu during 2004-2005
Hon’ble Mr. Justice Vivek Kumar Singh was born on 25.03.1968. He completed his graduation in Law from A.P.S. University, Rewa, M.P. in the year 1993. He got enrolled as an Advocate on August 30, 1993. He practised in Civil/Criminal side at Allahabad High Court. He was elevated as an Additional Judge of the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad on September 22, 2017 and took oath as Permanent Judge on September 06, 2019 and served at Allahabad till 22.11.2023. He was transferred to Madras High Court and took oath as Judge of Madras High Court on 23.11.2023.
Justice P.T. Asha
Date of Birth: Born on 22.08.1966 at Coonoor
Parents: Father Name : Late T.Achuthan Nair, He retired from the Army and was attached to the Madras Regimental Centre at Wellington. Mothers Name : Radha Achuthan a home maker
Education: Passed 10th std from the St.Columban's Anglo Indian Higher Secondary School, George Town and 12th std from St.Anthony's Anglo Indian Higher secondary School, Egmore. Completed Law from the Madras Law College in the year 1988, being a student of the first batch of the five year batch of the five-year law course in India.
Professional Experience: Enrolment Date Had a brief stint as a junior of Justice V.Ramasubramaniam and later joined the office of M/s .M.S.Krishnan, S.Parthasarathy and R.Sekar on 13.06.1989, which was later known as M/s. Sarvabhauman Associates under the guidance of Mr.M.S.Krishnan, Sr.Advocate.
Area of Practice Was inducted as a Partner of the firm in the year 2006. The firm has extensive practice on the Appellate Side, Writs and the Original side of the Hon'ble High Court apart from work in the City Civil Court, Small Causes Court, NCLT, Administrative Tribunal.
Clientele Clientele included M/s Sundaram Finance Ltd, Sundaram Clayton Ltd, TVS Motors Ltd, T.V.Sundaram Iyengar and Sons, Madurai, Lakshmi Group of Companies, Coimbatore, Kalyan Jewellers, Corsair Inc, New York, Public Sector Undertakings like Pasteur Institute of India, Steel Authority of India Ltd, Rashtriya Ispat Nigam limited, Cotton Corporation of India Ltd, Salem Steel Plant Ltd, MSTC Ltd and also leading hospitals like Shankara Nethralaya, Kovai Medical Centre, G.Kuppusamy Naidu Memorial Hospital, Billroth Hospital, Dr.Kamakshi Memorial Hospital.
Other details Was one of the members of the Teller Committee for conducting the elections for the Madras High Court Advocates Association for 4 years. Was appointed Election officer for conducting the elections for the Women Lawyers Association. Was a member along with Mr.Justice.M.Sundar of the Two Member Commission appointed by the First Bench to submit a report on the working of the Anna Centenary Library. Was awarded the Outstanding Woman Lawyer award by the Women Lawyer's Association during the Sesquicentennial Celebrations of the High Court of Madras.
Justice R. Hemalatha
Born on 01.05.1963. Graduated from Madurai Law College in 1987 and got selected as District Munsif cum Judicial Magistrate by TNPSC in 1991. Her career as a Subordinate Judicial Officer spanning 25 years saw her in different capacities in different centers. She was elevated as the Judge of Madras High Court in 2017.
Justice M. Nirmal Kumar
Date of Birth: 23-11-1965
Family Background:
My Father Late.V.Murugesan, served as Addl.Registrar of Co-operative Societies, Govt. of Tamil Nadu. Thereafter employed as State Marketing Manager, IFFCO and as Consultant to KRIBHCO.
My Mother Mrs.M.Seshabai is a home maker.
My Wife Mrs.Shoba Nirmal has completed Engineering from PSG College of Engg. & Technology, Coimbatore. She is a Home maker.
My Daughter Ms.Divya. N.Kumar is pursuing her House Surgency in Bachelor of Dental Surgery (BDS) Course in Priyadarshini Dental College, Tiruvallur.
I have two elder brothers, one elder sister and one younger brother.
My eldest brother is Professor Dr.M.Rajkumar, M.S, DNB, MCH, is a Vascular Surgeon. He retired as Director, Vascular Dept., Rajiv Gandhi Govt. General Hospital, Chennai. My eldest sister in law, Dr.Namitha Bhuvaneswari, retired as Director, Govt. Eye Hospital, Chennai.
My second elder brother M.Ravikumar, B.Tech.(IIT Madras), MBA, Senior Manager, Indian Oil Corporation(Retired). My second sister-in-law is a home maker.
My sister Dr.M.Thilagavathy is a private Medical practitioner married to Er.Murali, employed as Assistant Executive Engineer, Electricity Department, Govt.of Puducherry.
My younger brother M.Balakumar, M.E.,MBA, is Assistant Professor in Sree Venkateswara Engineering College, Sriperumbudur.
Educational Qualifications:
Schooling at Santhome Hr. Sec. School, Chennai.
Bachelor of Law, (5 year Integrated Law Course) from The Madras Law College affiliated to the Madras University
Post Graduate Diploma in Personal Management and Industrial Relations from Madras School of Social Work
Practice:
(a) Date of enrolment : 13-09-1989
(b) Years of practice : 25 years.
(c) Places & the courts Practised :
High Court of Judicature at Madras and at Madurai Bench.
Handling trial work before the Sessions Courts, Special Courts for CBI Cases, Special Court for V& AC Cases, Special Court under Tamil Nadu Protection of Investors of Depositors Act and Mahila Court.
Chief Metropolitan Magistrate Court, Addl.CMM/Economic Offences Courts and other Metropolitan Magistrate Courts in Chennai.
District and Sessions Courts in and around Chennai and other Districts.
Principal Sessions Judge/Special Judge at Puducherry.
Human Rights Commission.
State Consumer Redressal Commission.
Commissioner, Disciplinary Proceedings.
Customs Excise and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal.
(d) Nature of practice :
Primarily on Criminal side.
Justice N. Anand Venkatesh
Date of Birth: 04.07.1969
Father's Name: M.A. Nanda
Mother's Name: Choodamani
Educational Qualification: I studied in St.Mary’s School at Perambur. I did my Under graduation B.Com., at A.M.Jain College, Meenambakkam and My B.L., at Ambedkar Law college, Chennai
Professional Experience: I Enrolled in Bar Council of Tamil Nadu and Pondicherry on 15.10.1993. I joined the office of my revered senior Mr.B.Ramamoorthy even while I was a student during the 1st year B.L and after my enrolment, I continued in his office as his Junior from 1993 till 1997 and thereafter I started independent practice. I am a first generation lawyer and therefore had to take up whatever cases came my way. As a result, I picked up all round practice in the Original side, Appellate side, Criminal side and Writ Jurisdiction before the Hon'ble High Court of Madras. I also did Service matters before the Central Administrative Tribunal, Chennai Bench and Practiced in Subordinate courts - both Civil and Criminal.
On various occasions I was appointed as Amicus Curiae by the High court both on the civil and criminal side while deciding some important questions of law.
I have regularly contributed Articles on various legal issues both on the civil and criminal side and the same has been reported in Law Journals.
I was also given an opportunity as a contact person in the Tamil Nadu State Judicial Academy and I was regularly addressing the Subordinate Court Judges, on various topics both in Civil and Criminal law.
I had the good fortune to be part of Consultation and Drafting Committee which suggested various improvements in the realm of commercial litigation all over the Country. This has resulted in the enactment of the Commercial Courts, Commercial Division and Commercial Appellate Division of High Courts Act, 2015.
Other Interests: Used to take keen interest in sports and particularly Cricket where I have played upto senior Division conducted by TNCA. Avid Music lover and love reading books on varied topics.
Justice G.K. Ilanthiraiyan
Born on 09.07.1970 to Dr.V.Ganamurthy and Smt.Manimekalai. Had school education in Government Higher Secondary School, Mettur and completed five years law degree at Dr.Ambedkar Government Law College, Puducherry. Was enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council of Tamilnadu on 09.03.1994 and started practice at the Madras High Court, under late Mr.T.Kandasamy, Advocate and Retired District Judge as Junior. Thereafter, set up joint practice with partners at the lawfirm "Sai, Bharath & Ilan". Was predominantly practicing at the Criminal and Writ Jurisdictions of the High Court of Madras. Was also trained Mediator serving with the Tamilnadu Mediation & Conciliation Centre. Was also reporting cases of the Supreme Court of India and the Madras High Court for the Mobile App- LIFT/LawInFingerTips. Appointed as Additional Judge, High Court of Madras on 04.06.2018.
Justice Krishnan Ramasamy
Hon'ble Mr Justice Krishnan Ramasamy was Elevated as an Additional Judge of the High Court of Madras on 04.06.2018.
Justice C. Saravanan
Date of Birth: 01-12-1971
Educational Qualifications:
1. Graduation / Professional qualification : B.A., LLB (Hons) from the National Law School of India University, Bangalore. (1989-94)
2. School : Kendriya Vidyalaya Jabalpur, M.P. (1975 – 82) and later Kendriya Vidyalaya Aruvankadu, Nilgiris (1982 – 87) and Cordite Factory Higher Secondary School, Aruvankadu, Nilgiris(1987 – 89)
Date of Enrolment & No.
24/08/1994
623/1994 – Bar Council of Tamil Nadu & Puducherry
1994 - 94 : Worked in Ms R. Vaigai & Anna Mathew specializing in Service laws, Administrative Laws, Labour Laws and PILs.
1995 - 95 : Retained by M/s DePenning & DePenning. Handled a good number of intellectual property rights dispute apart from routine proceedings before the Trade Mark Registry.
Sep 1995 - Mar 2000 : Worked with Mr. Arvind P. Datar, Senior Advocate at Chennai.
From 2000 : Though initially started independent practice in November, 2000, later in May 2001 my wife Ms. S.Thenmozhi joined the office. Main areas of practice are Excise, Customs, Service Tax and Sales Tax, Civil Suits, Intellectual property disputes, Company Law related proceedings, property disputes in High Court and City Civil Courts. Also handled arbitration proceedings.
Other Details:
1. Graduated from the National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bangalore in the Year 1994.
2. 3rd Graduate from the NLSIU to be sworn in as a Judge of the High Court after Mr. Justice Bobby Saraf from Kolkata High Court and Mr. Justice Sunil Dutt Yadav recently.
Family:
Wife S.Thenmozhi is also an advocate.
Two Daughters –
I) Arya Saravanan
II) Stuti Saravanan
Both are studying in APL Global, Chennai in 10th and 7th Standard respectively.
Upbringing, Family and Early life:
Father Late Shri P.K ChinnaDorai was Deputy General Manager in the Indian Ordinance Factories Service (IOFS).
Mother: Home Maker.
Last among the 5 Children.
Eldest Brother: Psychiatrist consulting in various Hospitals.
3 Sisters. i) Two of them are Postgraduates in Management/ HR and are employed in Public Sector Undertaking and are married.
ii) One Sister holds a Doctorate in Ethno Botany and consults.
Schooling:
Being in a transferable service, father was transferred to different Ordinance Factories in the Country and therefore had the advantage of Schooling in Kendriya Vidyalaya Jabalpur (KVJ) (MP) and Kendriya Vidyalaya Aruvankadu, (KVA) Nilgiris, Tamil Nadu and later in the Cordite Factory Higher Secondary School, Aruvankadu, Nilgiris.
Justice Senthilkumar Ramamoorthy
Hon'ble Mr Justice Senthilkumar Ramamoorthy was Elevated as an Additional Judge of the High Court of Madras on 22.02.2019.
Justice Battu Devanand
Born on 14-04-1966 at Gudivada Town, Krishna District, Andhra Pradesh to Sri Battu Venkataratnam and Smt. Manoranjitham, who were Govt. Teachers. Had his Primary School education at Panchayat Elementary School, Jami Dintakuru village, Pedaparipudi Mandal and High School education at Municipal Schools, Gudivada. Passed Intermediate and B.A., from A.N.R. College, Gudivada. Students Union President of A.N.R. College, Gudivada during 1984-85. Obtained B.L. Degree from College of Law, Andhra University, Visakhapatnam. Students Union President of Andhra University Law College during 1988-89. After enrolment as an Advocate on the rolls of Bar Council of the State of Andhra Pradesh on 06-07-1989, initially, started practice at District Courts, Visakhapatnam and joined in the office of Sri M.K. Sitaramayya, Senior Advocate, Visakhapatnam and later, shifted his practice to High Court of Andhra Pradesh, Hyderabad. Served as Asst. Government Pleader in the High Court from 1996 to 2000. Counsel for various Central Government undertakings i.e., BSNL, New India Assurance Co., Oriental Insurance Co., United India Insurance Co., S.B.H., and N.T.P.C. and handled hundreds of cases as their Counsel. Handled number of cases on behalf of Poor & Vulnerable persons while doing private practice. Elected as Member of the Bar Council of the State of Andhra Pradesh in 2006. Member of the Disciplinary Committee of the Bar Council and Member of the A.P. Advocates Welfare Fund Committee during 2006-2012. Served as Government Pleader in the High Court since 14-07-2014 to 05-07-2019. Handled cases of Transport Dept., R & B Dept., Higher & Technical Education Dept., Excise Dept., Medical, Health & Family Welfare Dept., Energy, Science & Technology Dept., Forest, Fisheries, Tourism, Sports & Youth Services Departments as Government Pleader. Married to Ms Karra Padma Kumari and blessed with two daughters i.e., Ms Mouni Battu and Ms Keerthi Battu. Elevated to the Bench as Judge of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh and assumed charge on 13.01.2020.
Transferred to the High Court of Madras and assumed charge on 10.04.2023.
Justice A.A. Nakkiran
Hon'ble Mr. Justice A.A. Nakkiran was Elevated as an Additional Judge of the High Court of Madras on 03.12.2020.
Justice G. Chandrasekharan
Born on 31.05.1962 to Late.Mr.V.Govindarajulu and Tmt. V.Sarojini at Srivilliputtur, Virudhunagar District. Had his school education at American College Higher Secondary School, Madurai, Syed Ammal Higher Secondary School, Ramanathapuram and St.Britto Higher Secondary School, Madurai. Pursued his undergraduation in Bachelor of Business Administration at Sourashtra College, Madurai and Law Degree at Government Law College, Madurai. Enrolled as an advocate on 25.02.1987 and started his practice in the Gurukul of Senior Advocate Late Mr.K.Gopalakrishnan, Madurai. Later, Joined the office of Senior Advocate Mr.B.S.Gnanadesikan, Chennai and continued his practice till his appointment as Civil Judge Junior Division – Cum- Judicial Magistrate First Class on 01.07.1991.
He served as, Civil Judge Junior Division -Cum- Judicial Magistrate First Class at Coimbatore, Musiri, Karaikudi, Trichirappalli, Namakkal, as Senior Civil Judge at Chennai, Pollachi, as Chief Judicial Magistrate at Dindigul, as Additional District Judge - Fast Track Court at Ramanathapuram, Salem, as Additional District Judge at Salem and Coimbatore, as Principal District Judge at Kanniyakumari District, as Presiding Officer-Principal Labour Court, Chennai and as Director, Tamilnadu State Judicial Academy till his elevation as an Additional Judge of High Court of Madras on 03.12.2020.
His wife Baby S Brinda is a home maker. His son C.Renic Aravind, B.E.,M.B.A. is a Channel Manager at Fenesta Building Systems and his daughter C.Keerthana, B.B.A is a student.
Interested in sports, especially cricket. Represented Madurai Kamaraj University in Inter University Cricket Tournament.
Justice V. Sivagnanam
Justice V. Sivagnanam S/O Veerasamy
Date of Birth: 01-06-1963
Place of Birth: Therizhandur, Mayiladuthurai District
Schooling upto 10th Standard at Therizhandur
Higher Secondary Schooling at Kuthalam Government Higher Secondary
School
College: A.V.C. College, Mannampandal, Mayiladuthurai District
Law: Puducherry Government Law College
Practice: Kumbakonam Bar
Senior Advocate: Mr. R. Narayanan
Appointed as Judicial Magistrate on 01-07-1991
Elevated as Judge Madras High Court on 03-12-2020
Justice G. Ilangovan
Born on 05.06.1963 at Mettupalayam Village in Thiruthuraipoondi Taluk, erstwhile Thanjavur District to Mr.A.Ganesan and Mrs.G.Neelavathi. Completed the Elementary School, High School and Higher Secondary School in Vilakudi, Pallankoil and at Thiruthuraipoondi respectively. Completed graduation in Bishop Heber College, Thiruchirapalli, completed Law Course in Government Law College, Thirchirapalli. Enrolled in the Bar Council of Tamil Nadu in 24.12.1987 and practised in Thiruthuraipoondi and Nagapattinam. Joined Judicial service as District Munsif cum Judicial Magistrate on 01.07.1991, promoted as District Judge in January 2010, worked in Coimbatore, Erode, Registrar Judicial at Maduri Bench of Madras High Court and then as Principal District Judge, Pudukottai and Madurai. Elevated as Additional Judge, High Court of Madras on 03.12.2020.
Justice S. Sathi Kumar
He was born on 18.07.1963 to V.N.Sukumara Kurup, retired from Indian Army, later retired from M/s. Ashok Leyland Ltd., Ennore, Chennai – 600 057 and Mrs.A.P.Thankamma, home maker. He is the second son among five children of his parents.
He had completed his schooling at Vellaiyan Chettiyar Higher Secondary School, Tiruvotriyur, Chennai – 600019. He obtained his degree, B.Sc., Zoology from Sir Theagaroya College, New Washermenpet, Chennai – 600 021 and Bachelor of Law from Dr. Ambedkar Law College, Chennai – 600 104.
After completion of B.L. Degree enrolled as an Advocate on the Rolls of the Bar Council of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry on 30.03.1988. After enrolment joined as a Junior to Thiru. U.Thiyagarajan, Advocate, High Court, Madras and practised exclusively on the Civil side in the High Court and City Civil Court from 1988 to 1990. Then joined the office of Thiru.A.K.S.Thahir, Advocate on the Criminal Law side and practised under him in Criminal Courts in and around Chennai for a period of one year. He had practised in the Criminal law as well as Civil side in various Courts in and around Chennai. He was selected as District Munsif/Judicial Magistrate by Tamil Nadu Public Service Commission in the year 1994, the first time the TNPSC has conducted written examination for the post of District Munsif/Judicial Magistrate in the State of Tamil Nadu.
He joined as Additional District Munsif, Salem and served there till 1996. Subsequently transferred and served at Kallakurichi, Ponneri, Vellore, Gingee. On 18.07.2005, he was promoted as Senior Civil Judge/Sub-Judge. He served as Sub Judge, Bhavani, Harur, as Assistant Judge, City Civil Court and as Chief Judicial Magistrate at Sivaganga and Thiruvallur. He was appointed as District Judge on promotion in the year 2012. As District Judge, he was appointed to the newly constituted Special Court for Motor Accidents Claims Cases exclusively dealing with fatal cases at Krishnagiri. Then transferred as District Judge, Kanniyakumari at Nagarkoil. Then as Principal District Judge, Madurai. Before elevation he was Special Judge, Special Court under TNPID Act Chennai.
His wife G.Nalini was a practicing Lawyer at Chennai and suspended her practice due to his elevation. Their only son Mr.Pravin Kumar is a Software Engineer employed in Tata Consultancy Services.
Justice K. Murali Shankar
Born on 31.05.1968 at Coimbatore to Thiru.K. Kuppuraju, retired employee of State Bank of India and Smt.V. Vijayalakshmi, Home Maker. Studied at Devanga Higher Secondary School, Coimbatore and Completed B.L. Degree at Coimbatore Law College. Enrolled in the Bar Council of Tamil Nadu in 1991 and joined in the Office of Thiru.K.V. Sivaraju, Senior Advocate, Coimbatore. Joined in Judicial service as Civil Judge in 1995 and promoted as Senior Civil Judge in 2005. Promoted as District Judge in 2013 and appointed as a Presiding Officer, Labour Court, Madurai and then Principal District Judge, Pudukkottai. Posted as Principal District Judge. Dindigul and then as Principal District Judge, Tiruchirappalli till elevation. Appointed as Additional Judge, High Court of Madras on 03.12.2020.
Justice R.N. Manjula
Enrolled as an advocate in the year 1987 after finishing the law degree. Got post gradution degrees in Law, Master of Human Rights and Women Studies. Has been a member of Dindigul Bar Association and Practised in the District Courts of Dindigul in both Civil and Criminal side. Joined in Tamil Nadu State Judicial Service in the year 1995 as a Junior Division Civil Judge and worked in several places across Tamil Nadu in various capacities for 25 years. Has delivered judgements in sensational cases like Ayanavaram Child rape case and Kovilpatti Bomb Blast Case. Also functioned as the Registrar for Tamil Nadu State Human Rights Commission (SHRC) on deputation basis. Has been the Head for the 3 members Special Committee of SHRC for making field enquiry on the calamity that occurred on the Marina Beach during the Jalli Kattu Protest. Chosen as one among the two to represent India at Netherlands for a 3 week program on Protection of Human Rights conducted by the The Hague Academy of International Law, at The International Court of Justice, Peace Palace, The Hague in the year 1998. Has been the Vice-President for the Tamil Nadu Judges Association. Appointed as an Additional Judge of Madras High Court on 03.12.2020.
Justice T.V. Thamilselvi
Born on 19.06.1968 at Perndurai, Erode District to Thiru.R.Thiruganasambandam and Smt.P.K.Lakshmi. Studied at Government Girls Higher Secondary School, Perundurai and, completed B.L., Degree at Pondicherry Law College. Enrolled in the Bar Council of Tamil Nadu in 1990 and started practice at Erode Bar. Joined in Judicial service as Civil Judge in 1995 and promoted as Senior Civil Judge in 2005. Promoted as District Judge in 2013 and appointed as a Judge, Family Court, Madurai and then Principal District Judge, Pudukkottai, then as Registrar Judicial, High Court-Madurai Bench till elevation. Appointed as Additional Judge, High Court of Madras on 03.12.2020.
Justice S. Srimathy
Born at Trichy on 10.01.1967 to Shri. N.R. Dorai @ Vijayaraghavan, and Smt. Sharada Dorai, as second daughter. Father had worked as Executive Officer in a Private Company and mother is a home maker. Schooling at YWCA until 5th standard, Trichy, then from 6th onwards in Holy Cross Girls Higher Secondary School, Trichy. Completed Law Graduation at Trichy Law College and enrolled on 25.10.1989. Married R. Sundaram, a Chartered Accountant.
Practiced with Mr. R.S. Janakiraman at Madurai in Civil and Criminal Laws in Trial side and adduced legal opinions and skilled in scrutiny of documents. Practiced with Mr. T.N. Seetharaman and Mr. Subramanian at Chennai in Civil and Criminal Laws, Income Tax Laws, Laws of Writs and in Appeal Matters in Madras High Court. Practiced with Ms. Bina Gupta and Radha Rengasamy, Advocate on Record in Supreme Court of India at New Delhi in Civil and Criminal Laws and Laws of Writs, Company Law Board. Practiced with Mr. Lakshmikumaran & Sridharan at Delhi in Excise and Customs Laws, Service Tax Laws and Laws of Writs. Practiced with Mr. S.M.S. Johnny Basha, Standing Counsel for Tamil Nadu Electricity Board dealing with Government Matters arising under Electricity Laws, in Civil and Criminal Laws, Company Laws, Tax Laws and Laws of Writs in Madras High Court, Principal Bench and Madurai Bench. Served as Standing Counsel for Tuticorin Municipality, Karaikudi Municipality, Nagercoil Municipality, Town Panchayats. Served as Panel Advocate for M/s. Indian Overseas Bank, State Bank of India, Central Bank of India. Served as Nodal Counsel for UPSC. Served as Special Government Pleader for Tamil Nadu Government assigned with Education. Also handled cases for various Departments. Handled cases for Tamil Nadu State Transport Corporation. Served as Income Tax Junior Standing Counsel and then Senior Standing Counsel. Served as Senior Panel Advocate for Central Government. Served as Mediator for few years.
Justice D.Bharatha Chakravarthy
Hon'ble Mr. Justice D.Bharatha Chakravarthy
Justice D. Bharatha Chakravarthy, graduated in Law from Dr. Ambedkar Government Law College, Puducherry (1988-93), was a general practitioner (from 1993) conducting litigations at the Madras High Court, Tribunals and Subordinate Courts at Chennai. Practiced along with colleagues T. Sai Krishnan and Justice G.K. Ilanthiraiyan as the law-firm “Sai, Bharath &Ilan”. Served as the Public Prosecutor for the Union Territory of Puducherry at the Madras High Court (from 2017 till date of his elevation).
He is an Accredited Mediator (from 2005) with the Tamilnadu Mediation & Conciliation Centre, having mediated around 400 referrals. He is a Trainer (from 2007) in Mediation having trained Mediators & Referral Judges of several States in India. He has been the Joint Secretary and the Co-Ordinator of the Madras High Court Mediation Centre. He is an Arbitrator empaneled with the Madras High Court Arbitration Centre.
He has authored “Seek Mediation” an awareness booklet for the Tamilnadu Mediation Centre (2009); Co-authored the chapter “Mediation and the Madras High Court” along with Mr. Sriram Panchu in “The Madras High Court – A 150 Year Journey from a Crown Court to Peoples Court’’ by Mr.N.L. Rajah (2012); Translated the “Mediation Manual of India” in Tamil for the Tamilnadu Mediation Centre (2019); and authored the Chapter on “Community Mediation” in the book “Mediation Policy & Practice” by Chitra Narayan, Oak bridge Publications (2020).
He ran a mobile app ’lift – law in finger tips’, a bilingual free legal educational app (from 2013-2020). He is a trained volunteer with the Madras High Court Gender Sensitization and Internal Complaints Committee (GSICC).
Justice R. Vijayakumar
Born on 22.12.1970. Completed Bachelor of Law at Madras Law College and Master of Law in Property Law (Gold medalist). Enrolled in the Bar Council of Tamil Nadu on 13.10.1993. After enrollment joined the Chamber of Mr.T.R.Rajagopalan, Senior Advocate and former Additional Advocate General and Mr.T.R.Rajaraman. Empaneled as Counsel for Tamilnadu Civil Supplies Corporation before the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court. Practiced as an Advocate in the Madras High Court between 1993 and 1997, independent practice in Civil and Writ side in the Madras High Court between September 2002 and July 2004 and independent practice in Civil, Writ and Criminal side before the Madurai Bench of the Madras High Court from August 2004 onwards. A Resource Person in Tamil Nadu State Judicial Academy between 2000 and 2003 and faculty in topics relating to Transfer of Property Act and from 2017 onwards on various topics of Civil Law. Elevated as Additional Judge of the High Court of Madras on 20.10.2021.
Justice J. Sathya Narayana Prasad
He was born on 15th of March 1969 at Thanjavur and his father (Late) Shri.R.Jaiprasad was an Junior Advocate under Senior Advocate, Eminent jurist and the then Advocate General Shri.K.Raja Iyer. Then, his father joined the state judicial service as District Munsiff and later served as District & Sessions Judge in Madurai, Kanyakumari and Krishnagiri Districts and retired. His native place is Minnal Village, Near Arakkonam in the erstwhile North Arcot District and presently Vellore District. His mother Smt.Lakshmi Jaiprasad is a home maker and her native is Mayiladuthurai.
2. He is a second generation judge in his family after his father (late) Shri.R.Jaiprasad District & Sessions Judge (R).
3. He did his schooling at Voorhees Higher Secondary School at Vellore, and joined B.A. (History) in Loyola College at Chennai. Thereafter, he went to Delhi and joined M.A. (History) at University of Delhi and then, he did LLB (Bachelor of Laws) course at Campus Law Centre, University of Delhi.
4. He was enrolled as an Advocate on 29.01.1997 in the Bar council of Tamilnadu and Puducherry, and joined the office of Shri.A.Ilango, Advocate and was his junior till 2000, thereafter, started his independent practice in the High Court and his area of practice was writ, civil, criminal, and constitutional.
5. Till his elevation, he was standing counsel for the following organizations viz.,
· Chennai Port Trust (from 2000 onwards)
· Coimbatore city municipal corporation (from 2003 onwards)
· Food corporation of India (from 2007 onwards)
· Employees Provident Fund organization (from 2007 onwards)
· The Tamil Nadu Sugar Corporation Ltd. (from 2010 onwards)
· Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) (from 2017 onwards)
· Indian Oil Corporation (Pipeline division) (from 2018 onwards)
· Kamarajar Port Limited (from 2020 onwards) and he was Panel Advocate for
· Indian Bank (2003 onwards)
· Bank of Maharashtra (2015 onwards) and he was previously Standing Counsel for
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Justice Mohammed Shaffiq Born on 06.03.1972 to late Shri.S.M.Abdul Kadir and Mrs.Sayed Ali Fathima. He did his schooling in St.Bede's Anglo Indian Higher Secondary School, Santhome, Madras. Graduated in Law from Dr.Ambedkar Government Law College, Madras. Enrolled as an advocate on 30.09.1994. Though his primary areas of interest are Constitution and Taxation, his practice also extended to Environmental, Commercial and Telecommunication laws. He had appeared in over 10 High Courts including Chartered High Court's of Madras, Bombay and Calcutta. He was appointed as a Special Government Pleader (Taxes) for the State of Tamil Nadu in the year October 2018.
Dr. Justice Devaraju Nagarjun
Dr. Justice Devaraju Nagarjun was born on 15th August, 1962 to late Sri Devaraj Ramakrishna Rao and Smt. Vimala Devi at Wanaparthy town of Telangana State, India.He was graduated in B.Sc. from RLD College, Wanaparthy town, completed LL.B. in SSL Law College, Gulbarga and had PG Diploma in Industrial Relationship and Personal Management (IRPM) in Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan, Gurlbarga and LL.M. (International Law) from Osmania University.
He was awarded scholarship for undertaking research on "International conflict resolution" at University of California, Berkley, United States of America as a "World Peace Scholar" during the years from 2002 to 2004. During the course of research he has studied LL.M in International Law and M.A. in Asian Studies in University of California, Berkley. He was also awarded Ph.D. in WTO/GATS and Globalisation of Legal Services in the year 2013 at NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad.
Enrolled as an Advocate in the year 1986 and joined the office of his father Late D. Ramakrishna Rao and practised both on Civil, Criminal and Revenue Courts. Selected as Junior Civil Judge on 1.5.1991 and promoted as Senior Civil Judge in the year 2004. He worked as Principal Private Secretary to the Hon’ble the Chief Justice, worked as Assistant Director, Andhra Pradesh Police Academy, Hyderabad. Promoted as District Judge on 17.09.2010 worked in Kamareddy, Nizamabad and as Metropolitan Sessions Judge at Ranga Reddy District.
Later, worked as Registrar (Administration); Registrar (Recruitment) and Registrar (Judicial) in the High Court of Telangana from 3rd October, 2015 to 2nd September, 2021. After working in brief stint at Metropolitan Sessions unit, again drawn as Registrar General of High Court with effect from 18th October, 2021 and worked until elevated as Judge of High Court of Telangana on 24th of March 2022. Transferred and took oath as Judge, Madras High Court, on 06.04.2023.
Justice Mummineni Sudheer Kumar
His Lordship was born on 21.12.1969 (DOB as per records 20.05.1969) at Kothagudem Town of erstwhile Khammam District in an agricultural family to Sri Mummineni Nageswara Rao and Late Smt. Bharatha Lakshmi. Studied in Government School and Government Junior College at his native village Charla, Bhadradri-Kothagudem District upto Intermediate and did graduation at Sir C.R.Reddy College, Eluru, West Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh. Thereafter, did active agriculture for a period of two years and then as per wish of his Lordships mother, studied LL.B. course at Nanded and completed LL.B. in the year 1994 and enrolled as an Advocate in the erstwhile Bar Council of Andhra Pradesh on 21.12.1994. While pursuing his LL.B. course during 1991-1994, worked as Typist-cum-Advocate Clerk in the office of Sri M.R.K.Chowdary, Senior Advocate, who happens to be his paternal uncle and after enrolment, joined in the chambers of Sri M.R.K.Chowdary and continued in the same office till 2004 and started independent practice in the year 2005. He was the Legal Advisor and retainer for K.L.University, Vijayawada and Hyderabad and all the institutions run by Vignana Jyothi Society at Hyderabad and several other Software Companies. He practised in all branches of law in High Court and also practised in City Civil Courts, Hyderabad, District Court, Ranga Reddy District and Family Courts in twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad. After bifurcation of erstwhile High Court of Andhra Pradesh, continued practice in High Court for the State of Telangana and elevated as Judge on 24.03.2022 and subsequently transferred as Judge in Madras High Court and assumed charge on 23.11.2023.
Justice Sunder Mohan
Justice Sunder Mohan was born on 2.11.1969 to Late Mr. S.Sunder (Senior Advocate) and Mrs. Subbulakshmi in Coonoor. He completed his bachelor’s degree at Madras Law College, Chennai and enrolled as an Advocate on 09. 10. 1991. He was a junior of Mr. N Natarajan, a doyen of the Criminal Bar. He assisted him in several high-profile cases, including the Rajiv Gandhi Assassination case, the Jain Hawala case, the Bombay blast case, and many other such cases relating to politicians and public servants. He started his career as an intern with K Srinivasan 1990, a renowned civil law practitioner. In 1991, he joined the office of Mr. Habibullah Badshah, Senior Advocate and former Advocate General of Tamilnadu and was associated with Mr.Ilias Ali. He later joined the office of R. Shanmuga Sundaram in 1994, where he gained experience on the criminal side in the High Court and the Trial Courts. Before his elevation, he specialized in criminal matters, including defending the accused in CBI cases involving high-profile public servants with several reported judgments.
He was a resource person for the Tamil Nadu State Judicial Academy and for the Tamil Nadu Police Academy and has delivered lectures on various criminal law topics in Chennai, Madurai and Coimbatore for trainee Civil Judges, Senior Civil Judges and District Judges and to the Police Officers. He was also a resource person for the training programme conducted by the Directorate of Prosecution to train the Public Prosecutors at the Judicial Academy in Madurai during 2018-2019.
He was elevated as an Additional Judge of the High Court of Judicature at Madras on 06.06.2022.
Justice N. Mala
Tmt.T.N.Mala the youngest daughter of Late Mahakavi Sri Sri and Saroja Sri Sri.
Did schooling in St.John's Senior Secondary School and Kesari High School.
Graduated in law from Madras Law College (5 yr. BL course, second batch)
Enrolled in the Bar council of TN and Puducherry in August 1989.
Joined office of Senior counsel R.Sundaravaradan, (Senior Counsel, Honble Supreme Court of India) and Late K.S.Ahamad, former Government Pleader and Public Prosecutor, Govt of Puducherry.
Started practice in the civil appellate side and gained vast experience. Was also appointed as an Amicus curie in a second Appeal by the Hon’ble Court relating to the mandatory nature of Section 69 of the partnership Act, which was later reported in leading law journals.
Appointed as Govt. Advocate in the office of Government Pleader, Puducherry during the tenure of Late T. Murugesan in 2008 and later became Additional Govt Pleader.
Appointed as Government Pleader - Additional charge in June 2020, and continued till elevation.
Due to long stint of almost 12 ½ years in the Government Pleader Puducherry office, gained rich experience in various fields of law. Was panel Advocate for United India Insurance company, and New India Assurance company.
Conducted individually a full bench reference relating to liability of Insurance companies for gratuitous passengers which is reported in 2009 CTC.
Panel counsel for AFT, Pondicherry Engineering College, and Puducherry University.
Appointed as panel counsel for High Court, Madras both at Chennai and Madurai bench by ICMR( INDIAN COUNCIL FOR MEDICAL RESEARCH) New Delhi for their institutions in Chennai, Madurai and Puducherry.
Appointed as panel Advocate for High Court Lok Adalat. Presided Mega Lok Adalats along with Justice K.K. Sasidaran and Justice M. Satyanarayana.
Married to Sri.N.Radha Ramana, Working in Chennai Petroleum Corporation. Blessed with two sons, N.SRINIVAS JAYA PRAKASH a practicing Advocate, High Court and N. Sai Pradeep, a student.
Deeply religious person with a motto God delay's but does not deny if you pray with faith and have patience.
Justice K. Kumaresh Babu
Justice K.Kumaresh Babu was born on 14.12.1969. He completed his bachelor’s degree at Madras Law College, Chennai and enrolled as an Advocate in the year 1993.
Justice L. Victoria Gowri
Smt.Lekshmana Chandra Victoria Gowri was born on 21.05.1973 at Kanyakumari District. She did her schooling in Little Flower Girls Higher Secondary School at Nagercoil. She did her B.A., B.L., (5 years course) in Madurai Law College. She got enrolled as an Advocate on 27.09.1995. Her father Shri.R.Lekshmana Chandra worked as a Lecturer in English Literature at Government Arts College, Karur. Her mother Tmt.Sarojini Chandra is a Home Maker. Her paternal grand-father is Late Thiru.L.Ramachandra Nadar, who was the father of Co-operatives in Kanyakumari District. Her paternal grand-mother Smt.Victoria Ramachandran was the Co-Chairman of the Tamil Nadu State Social Welfare Board in 1960's.
Initially in the year 1995, she joined the office of Advocate Maniraj at Karur and the offices of Mr.J.Fletcher, Former Bar Council Member, Advocate Krishnamurthy and Advocate Mahadevan Pillai. She started her Legal Firm, VVictory Legal Associates in the year 1998 at Nagercoil. Later she expanded her practice to Madras High Court - Madurai Bench. She has appeared in the High Court of Madras and Madurai Bench in Original side, Appellate side and Writ side and also conducted trials both Civil and Criminal, in all the Courts of Subordinate Judiciary at Kanyakumari District. She served as a Service Provider for the District of Kanyakumari during the period 2006-2010 under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005. During 2017-2020, she served as an Independent Director of Kamarajar Port Limited, Ennore, Chennai. She had been a panel lawyer of State of India, UCO Bank and LIC Housing Finance Limited. She represented India in the year 2014 in the International Visitor Leadership Programme sponsored by the Government of United States of America and attended a month long leadership program at USA. From 2015 to September 2020, she served as a Central Government Senior Panel Counsel before the Madurai Bench of Madras High Court. From September 2020 to 2022, she served as a Special Public Prosecutor of CBI. From 09.09.2020 till her elevation as an Additional Judge of the Madras High Court, she served as the Deputy Solicitor General of India before the Madurai Bench of Madras High Court. She is the first woman to be appointed in the post of Deputy Solicitor General of India in the Madras High Court. Her husband Er.T.Thulasi Muthu Ram is serving as the Maintenance Manager at Kanam Latex Private Limted at Ananda Nadarkudiiruppu, Nagercoil. She is blessed with two daughters, namely, Dr.T.V.Vasantha Bharathy and Kumari.T.V.Soorya Gayathri.
Justice P.B. Balaji
Mr.Pillaipakkam Bahukutumbi Balaji was born on 11.04.1973, completed his Law degree in the year 1995 and enrolled as an Advocate in the Bar Council of Tamilnadu on 27.03.1996. Joined his father’s office, Mr.P.B.Ramanujam, Advocate & Notary Public, right after enrolment and assisted in office cases and started handling all matters and thereafter started managing the office. Developed drafting and conveyancing skills alongside litigation practice and well versed in documentation viz., drafting of sale, partition, release, settlement, partnership deeds, joint venture and constructions agreements, Wills etc.
Over the last 26 years of active practice, appeared and conducted a variety of cases ranging from suits, appeals, writs, testamentary matters, rent, consumer, matrimonial, arbitration and company matters across various courts, right from the Small Causes to the High Court. He was included in the Editorial Committee of CTC, a leading law journal in 2004 and later became and continue till date, an Associate Editor of the CTC Group of Journals that brings out six weekly journals, viz., Current Tamil Nadu Cases, Current Writ Cases, Madras Weekly Notes (Civil), Madras Weekly Notes (Criminal), Labour Law Journal and Tamil Nadu Motor Accidents Cases.
Authored the book – The Law of Specific Performance – A handbook, First Edition 2020.
Authored the book with detailed commentaries on the new Rent Act that has been promulgated in Tamil Nadu – Commentaries on The Tamil Nadu Regulation of Rights and Responsibilities of Landlords and Tenants Act, 2017, First Edition 2021 & Second Edition 2023.
Authored the book ‘Law of Wills – A Handbook”, 1st Edition 2022.Authored the book ‘Laws of Intestate Succession – A Handbook’, 1st Edition, 2022.
Co-authored the book, The Tamil Nadu Buildings (Lease and Rent Control Act, 1960 as amended by Act 23 of 1973, a treatise on the Rent Control legislation in the State of Tamil Nadu. (Last 2 editions)
A regular resource person at the Tamil Nadu Judicial Academy, which regularly trains newly appointed/recruited judges and given lectures on subjects touching Rent Law and CPC.
Have been appointed as Amicus Curiae by the Madras High Court on two occasions –
1) in one matter where the propriety of an advocate filing a Vakalathnama and appearing for his close relative was debated and decided (reported in 2019 (1) CTC 736) and
2) in a Second Appeal where the effect of a new legislation coming into force and its effect on a pending suit was examined. (SA No.100 and 101 of 2014, judgment dated 25.11.2019, Mandhirikodi v. Balaraman and another, 2020(4) CTC 659)
3) Argued a revision before the High Court regarding maintainability of eviction actions under the new rent legislation without the tenancy agreements being registered (judgment reported in 2019(6) CTC 9) which judgment paved the way for filing and numbering of eviction applications under the new Act all over the State of Tamil Nadu, clearing a stalemate created because of the interpretation sought to be given before the said decision.
4) Also argued a batch of revision petitions before the Madras High Court, judgment reported in 2022-2-CTC-291 = 2022-1-LW-752 where the prevailing confusion over the new rent law, its applicability etc. was clarified.
Contributed several articles for leading English dailies like The Hindu and Times of India on subjects touching real estate, property, Wills, tenancy etc.
Has given several webinars during the lockdowns on subjects ranging from Wills, Rent Act, summary suits and specific performance, conveyancing in realty matters etc.
Son of Mr.P.B.Ramanujam, Advocate who has a rich experience of 60 years in the bar, having enrolled in 1962. (now aged 82 years and not in active practice).
Married to Lakshmi Balaji, a qualified Accountant Technician (Certificate issued by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India) and currently a homemaker
Blessed with 2 daughters, First daughter, Adhithi Balaji, who is in her 3rd year of college and second daughter, Avanti Balaji, is in Class XI.
Justice K.K. Ramakrishanan
Born at lyyampalayam, Dindigul District, on 27.05.1973 to Shri. Late.K.Kulandaivelu, and Smt.K.Muthulakshmi. Father had worked as agriculture coolie and mother is a home maker. Schooling at Panchayat Union Main School, lyyampalayam until 5th standard, then from 6th onwards in NSW Boys Higher Secondary School, Pattiveeranpatti, Dindigul. Completed Law Graduation at Madurai Law College and enrolled on 15.04.1999. Practiced in Civil Appellate side, Criminal Appellate side, Environmental, Labour Law, Co-operative, Enforcement and all General Miscellaneous writ cases etc., before both the Principal Seat at Madras as well as Madurai Bench of Madras High Court and also served as Additional Public Prosecutor before the Madurai Bench of Madras High Court.
Justice K. Govindarajan Thilakavadi
Born on 26.04.1966 at Puducherry, to Thiru.R.Govindarajan and Smt.R.Suseela Govindarajan. Studied at St. Joseph of Cluny Higher Secondary School, Puducherry and completed B.L degree at Puducherry Law College. Enrolled in the Bar Council of Tamil Nadu in 1989 and started practising at Puducherry. Joined in Judicial Service as Civil Judge in 1995 and was promoted as Senior Civil Judge in 2007. Thereafter, promoted as District Judge in 2013 and joined as Additional District Judge in Ramanathapuram and then, as Special Judge Mahalir Needhimandram at Trichy and Villupuram. Thereafter, appointed as Principal District Judge, Cuddalore, then as Registrar District Judiciary, High Court of Madras till elevation.
Justice R. Kalaimathi
Born on 18.04.1968 in Pondicherry to Shri.G.M.Ramachandran and Smt.R.Anusuya. Completed B.L., Degree at Pondicherry Law College. Enrolled in the Bar Council of Tamil Nadu in 1989 and started practicing at Pondicherry Bar. Joined in the Judicial service as Junior Civil Judge in 1995 and promoted as Senior Civil Judge in 2007. Promoted as District Judge in 2013 and posted as Additional District Judge, Gobichettipalayam, Erode District and worked as District Judge, Thiruvarur and Principal District Judge, Krishnagiri and Principal District Judge, Salem till elevation. Appointed as Additional Judge, High Court of Madras on 07.02.2023.
Justice V. Lakshminarayanan
Father’s name SR.S. VENKATACHARI
Date of Birth 04.10.1970
Date of Enrolment 28.06.1995 ( Bar Council of Tamil Nadu and Puducherry)
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATION
High School and Higher Secondary Sir M.Ct. Muthiah Chettiar Higher Secondary School
Bachelor of Law
National Law School of India University, Nagarbhavi, Bangalore (1990-1995)
Bachelor of Science
D.G. Vaishnav College, (affiliated Madras University) Arumbakkam, Chennai.(1987-1990)
ACADEMIC RECOGNITIONS
• Deputy Editor in Chief, the Madras Law Journal and Madras Law Journal (criminal) – 2010 till date
• Member, Honorary Editorial Committee, the Madras Law Journal - 2008-2010
• Joint Editor of the STUDENT ADVOCATE 1994 & 1995.
• Member of the Honorary Board of Editors of the Indian Student Law Review
• Contributor in the volume on Landlord and Tenants, Halsbury’s Law of India. Book Authored by Mr. K. Kannan, Senior Advocate, Madras (Later elevated as a judge of the Madras and Punjab & Haryana High Courts)
• Co author on Constitutional Czars in the Hall of fame along with Mr. Vijayaraghavan, Advocate, High Court, Madras
• Co author on Mulla’s transfer of Property Act, 1882 (14th Edition) along with Mr. Justice N. Anand Venkatesh
• Co-author along with Professor Dr. Telekat Devidas, Professor, Constitutional and Administrative Law, NLSIU, Bangalore - on Administrative Law in the MARCH OF THE LAW Journal, 1995
• Have been a resource person at the Tamil Nadu State Judicial Academy in training Judicial officers from the level of District Munsif (civil Judge Lower Division) to District Judges (civil Judge Senior Division)
• Have been a resource person on the Arbitration and Conciliation Act with the Madras Institute of Management Studies.
• Have been a speaker at the seminar held by the Singapore International Arbitration Centre (SIAC) and the Nani Palkivala Arbitration Centre (NPAC) on judicial approach to the Arbitration and Conciliation Act at Coimbatore.
• Nominated by His Excellency the Governor of the State of Tamil Nadu as Senate Member (Law) of the Tamil Nadu Dr. M.G.R. Medical University in 2018 and again in 2021.
INTERNATIONAL REPRESENTATION
• Represented India in the Prestigious International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP), U.S. Department of State’s premier professional exchange program in 2012.
• Lecturer at the National Judicial Academy of Nepal on Law Reporting and Editing – An Indian Perspective – 16th January, 2021.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
• June 1995 till date Practicing Advocate, High Court, Madras
• Have appeared before the Supreme Court of India, High Courts of Mumbai, Delhi and Karnataka, Company Law Board, Debts Recovery Tribunal and appellate Tribunals in Chennai and Bombay
• Central Administrative Tribunals, State Administrative Tribunal, National Green Tribunal (southern Zone) Chennai
• Intellectual Property Appellate Board
• Wakf Tribunals at Chennai, Madurai & Vellore.
Standing Counsel for the
i. Tamil Nadu Waqf Board from 2008
ii. Indian Drugs and Pharmaceuticals Limited (Government of India Undertaking) from 2007
iii. Central Warehousing Corporation (Government of India Undertaking) from 2000
iv. Honorary Legal Advisor for the Tamil Nadu Waqf Board from 2018
v. Anna University, Guindy, Chennai from 2021
vi. National Health Mission, DMS, Chennai
AREAS OF PRACTICE
1. Constitutional law
2. Civil & Criminal Law
3. Law of Trusts with special emphasis on Hindu & Islamic law of trusts
4. Intellectual property
PUBLICATIONS
Have penned more than 250 articles in leading law journals and national dailies including the Madras Law Journal, the Supreme Court Cases, The Law Weekly, March of the Law, the Student Advocate, The Deccan Chronicle and the Times of India.
Justice P. Vadamalai
1. Name PERIYASAMY VADAMALAI
2. Sex Male
3. Date of Birth 03.04.1966
4. Birth Place Udumalpet,Tiruppur District.
5. Nationality Indian
6. Religion Hindu (OBC)
7. Educational Qualification B.Com., B.L., PGDPM
8. Marital Status Married
9. Name of Wife V. Radha - Housewife
Name of son(Only son) P.V Sudhis Balaguru,Advocate.
10. Elementary School (1st Std to 5th Std)
Government Municipal School,Kanakkampalayam
Udumalpet,Tiruppur Distrtict
11. Higher Secondary School
(6th Std to 12th Std) Government Higher Secondary School
Udumalpet,Tiruppur Distrtict , (HSC Completed in the year 1983)
12. Under Graduation (B.Com.,)
(Studied from 1983 to 1986)
Government Arts College, Udumalpet,Tiruppur Distrtict
13. Worked in private concern (May, 1986 to April, 1987)
Medical Representative of Jersi Pharma,
Madurai and worked at Erode.
14. Law College (B.L., studied from 1987 to 1990)
Government Law College, Coimbatore.
15. Date of enrollment 14.11.1990
16. Place of Practice Udumalpet, Tiruppur District.
Sub Court, District Munsif Court and Judicial Magistrate Court,
Udumalpet.
(Practiced under the able guidance of Senior Thiru (Late) U.K.Arumugam )
17. Selected as Judicial Officer In the year 1995, selected as District Munsif/Judicial Magistrate First Class and after training joined as Judicial Magistrate No.IV, Salem on 27.11.1995
18. Promoted to Civil Judge (Senior Division) 2007
Posted as Sub Judge, Ambasamudram
19. Promoted to District Judge 2013
Posted as Addl. Chief Metropolitan Magistrate, (E.O.II)
Egmore, Chennai
20. Worked as Judicial Officer
Appointed as Acting Chief Justice of Delhi High Court w.e.f. 09.11.2023.
Born on 22nd November, 1962.
Father Late Shri P.R.Mridul was a Senior Advocate.
Did his schooling from Army Public School.
Graduated in the year 1983 from Hindu College, University of Delhi in B.A.Hons.History.
Did L.L.B. in the year 1986 from Campus Law Centre, Faculty of Law, University of Delhi.
Enrolled with Bar Council of Delhi on 24th July, 1986.
Practiced as an advocate, variedly in matters relating to Writ and Writ Appellate Jurisdictions, Civil Original and Appellate Jurisdictions, Company Jurisdiction and Criminal Jurisdiction in the High Court of Delhi.
Also practiced in The High Court of Judicature at Bombay, The Karnataka High Court at Bangalore, The Rajasthan High Court at Jaipur, Income-Tax Appellate Tribunal, Company Law Board, Appellate Authority for Industrial & Financial Reconstruction, Debt Recovery Tribunal, National and State Consumer Dispute Redress Commissions at Delhi.
Was appointed
- Standing Counsel Union of India in 2004.
- Senior Panel Counsel for Union of India in February 2006.
Designated as Senior Advocate in May 2006.
Elected as Member of the Bar Council of Delhi for two terms 1992-1998 and 1998-2003.
Served as a member of the Disciplinary Committee. Also served as the Honorary Secretary to the Bar Council of Delhi from 1994 to 1997 and as the Vice Chairman from 1998 to 2003.
Appointed by the High Court of Delhi as Member in various committees to go into inter alia, the issues of rehabilitation of children after the abolition of child labour, illegal construction in contravention of municipal bye-laws, and member of the Committee constituted to suggest, supervise and implement measures for the efficient and hygienic functioning of the Safdarjung Hospital, Delhi.
Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Delhi with effect from 13th March, 2008 and as a Permanent Judge on 26th May, 2009.
Justice Rajiv Shakdher
Rajiv Shakdher, B.Com.(Hons.), C.A., LL.B.- Born on 19th October, 1962. Studied in St.Columba's School, Delhi. Graduated in B.Com. (Hons.) from Delhi University in 1984. Obtained LL.B. degree from Law Faculty, University of Delhi in 1987. Enrolled as an Advocate on 19th November, 1987. Completed Chartered Accountancy from Institute of Chartered Accountants of India in 1987. Admitted as an Associate Member with the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India on 29th January, 1988. Pursued Advanced Course of Law at Institute of Advanced Legal Studies from University of London in 1994. Was designated as Senior Advocate on 8th December, 2005.
Practiced in the Supreme Court of India, High Court of Delhi and other High Courts of India, Tax Tribunals, DRT, BIFR, AAIFR, MRTP and Company Law Board. Has vast experience in civil litigation, constitutional law, with special emphasis on commercial litigation, corporate and taxation laws.
Was appointed as a counsel for the Union of India on 13th March, 1995 by the Government of India with respect to its cases in the High Court of Delhi. Appointed on the Senior Panel of the Union of India in the Delhi High Court on 20th July, 2004 till 20th July, 2007. Appointed in 2005 to the Union of India Panel in the Supreme Court of India. Appointed as a counsel by the office of Comptroller and Auditor General to defend IA &AD matters before CAT from 1st August, 2002 to 31st July, 2003. Appointed as a Senior Standing Counsel by office of Comptroller and Auditor General of India, to defend IA & AD cases before Delhi High Court with effect from 1st August, 2006. Appointed as Additional Judge of Delhi High Court on 11.04.2008 and became permanent Judge on 17.10.2011. Transferred to Madras High Court w.e.f. 11.04.2016.
Transferred to Delhi High Court w.e.f. 15.01.2018.
Justice Suresh Kumar Kait
Justice Suresh Kumar Kait was born on May 24, 1963 at Village Kakaut, Distt. Kaithal, Haryana, India. Graduated in Humanity from University College Kurukshetra. During graduation, he was selected as Unit Leader in National Service Scheme (NSS) and was awarded University Merit Certificate. Post-Graduated in Political Science from Kurukshetra University. During Post-Graduation, he was elected as Joint Secretary of Students’ Union, Kurukshetra University. He obtained Bachelor’s Degree in Law from Campus Law Centre, University of Delhi and was enrolled as an Advocate in the year 1989. Justice Kait is first in the family who became the Advocate. He had been the Panel Lawyer/Senior Counsel for U.P.S.C. and Railways. He was appointed as Standing Counsel for Central Government in the year 2004 and continued till his elevation. He was elevated as an Additional Judge of Delhi High Court on 5th September, 2008; and became a Permanent Judge on 12.04.2013. Transferred to High Court of Judicature at Hyderabad for the State of Telangana and the State of Andhra Pradesh w.e.f. 12.04.2016.
Transferred to Delhi High Court w.e.f. 12.10.2018.
Justice Mukta Gupta
Born on 28th June, 1961, did her schooling from Montfort School. After completing graduation in (B.Sc. Zoology Hons.) from Hindu College, Delhi University in 1980, did LL.B from Campus Law Centre in 1983. Was enrolled with the Delhi Bar Council as an advocate in the year 1984. Practicing as a lawyer, has conducted cases on civil, criminal, constitutional and service laws. Was appointed Additional Public Prosecutor in Delhi High Court in January, 1993. Was appointed as the Standing counsel (Crl) for the Govt. of NCT of Delhi in Delhi High Court in August 2001. Has conducted many criminal cases including Parliament and Red Fort shootout cases, Jessica Lal murder case, Naina Sahni murder case, Nitish Katara murder case in the High Court and Supreme Court. Had been counsel for All India Institute of Medical Sciences.
Had been Special Counsel for CBI in the cases like Naval war room leak case, Priyadarshini Matoo murder case, Madhumita Sharma murder case. Was also a member of Delhi Legal Services Authority. Had been associated with issues and programmes for rehabilitation of destitute women, juveniles and prisoners.
Was elevated to Delhi High Court as an Additional Judge on 23rd October 2009 and became Permanent Judge on 29th May, 2014.
Justice Najmi Waziri
Passed the Indian School Certificate Examination from Boys’ High School, Allahabad. Graduated in B.A. Philosophy (Hons.) from St. Stephen’s College, Delhi in 1983. Completed LL.B. from Campus Law Center, Delhi University (1983-86) and LL.M. from Vrije Universiteit Brussels, Belgium (1994-95).
Enrolled with the Bar Council of Delhi in 1987. Practiced before the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India, the High Court of Delhi, other High Courts and various tribunals and quasi judicial fora.
Appointed: Standing Counsel (Civil), Government of National Capital Territory of Delhi; Central Government Pleader in the Delhi High Court; Standing Counsel, Delhi Wakf Board; and Standing Counsel, Municipal Corporation of Delhi.
Elevated as an Additional Judge of the High Court of Delhi on 17th April, 2013.
Justice Sanjeev Sachdeva
Born on 26th December, 1964 at Delhi.
Did his under graduation from Delhi Public School, Mathura Road, New Delhi in commerce in 1982.
Did his graduation In Bachelor of Commerce (Honours Course) in 1985 from SRI RAM COLLEGE OF COMMERCE, Delhi University.
Obtained the Bachelor of Laws degree in 1988 from CAMPUS LAW CENTRE, University of Delhi.
Enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council of Delhi on 01st August, 1988.
Attended the Commonwealth Young Lawyers Course in 1992 at the Institute of Advanced Legal Studies, University of London and worked with Solicitors and Barristers in England as part of the said course.
Qualified as an Advocate On Record of the Supreme Court of India in June 1995
Trained as a lead trainer, to impart training to Advocates in Advocacy skills involving Examination and Cross examination of Witnesses and also arguing of cases, by the Indo – British Advocacy Skills project. Trained various advocates of Delhi High Court, High Court of Jharkhand at Ranchi, High Court of Andhra Pradesh at Hyderabad, High Court of Punjab and Haryana at Chandigarh and High Court of Manipur at Imphal in Advocacy skills.
Did the Personal Computing with Basic Course in 1986 and the Computer Software Applications Course in 1986-87 from the National Institute of Information Technology (N.I.I.T.).
Signed the Delhi Public School Honour Book for proficiency in academic subjects in the year 1985.
Awarded the National prize for the year 1985-86 by the Directorate of Education, Delhi.
Awarded the Best Student Award for the Course of Personal Computing with Basic and awarded scholarship for the Computer Software Application course by the N.I.I.T. in 1986.
Merit lister of the University of Delhi on the basis of the results of LL.B. Examinations in April, 1988.
Awarded the British Council Scholarship to be one of the five young lawyers to represent India at the Commonwealth Young Lawyers Course 1992 at the University of London.
Awarded the second prize in the Advocates on record examination of the Supreme Court of India conducted in June 1995
Enrolled as an advocate on August 1, 1988 with the Bar Council of Delhi and practised in the Supreme Court of India, the High Court of Delhi and the District Courts of Delhi.
Enrolled as an Advocate on record of the Supreme Court of India in 1995.
Was the Standing Counsel for the Bar Council of India for the Supreme Court of India and the Delhi High Court for over 20 years also appointed as a Senior Panel Lawyer for the Union of India and represented the Union of India in various matters for over 10 years.
Designated as a Senior Advocate by the High Court of Delhi in July, 2011.
Elevated as an additional Judge of the High Court of Delhi with effect from 17th April, 2013 and as Permanent Judge on 18th March, 2015 (F/N).
Justice V. Kameswar Rao
Born on 7th August, 1965. Did his BA (Hons.) Geography and LL.B from Delhi University in the years 1987 and 1990 respectively. Awarded Certificate of Merit for standing second in College in the year 1985-86. Enrolled as an Advocate in March, 1991 with Bar Council of Delhi. Practiced in the Supreme Court of India, Delhi High Court, Central Administrative Tribunal (Principal Bench), New Delhi. Also appeared in other High Courts like at Madras High Court, Port Blair (Circuit Bench of Calcutta High Court). Conducted cases relating to Service Law, Labour Law, Arbitration, Constitution and Administrative Law. Represented various Public Sector Undertakings, Banks & Autonomous Bodies. Was Member Executive of the Central Administrative Tribunal Bar Association (Principal Bench), New Delhi. Designated as Senior Advocate by the Delhi High Court in January, 2010.
Elevated as Additional Judge of High Court of Delhi on 17th April, 2013 and as Permanent Judge on 18th March, 2015 (F/N).
Justice Yashwant Varma
Born on 6 January 1969 at Allahabad. Pursued the B.Com [Honours] degree course at Hansraj College Delhi University. Was awarded the LLB degree by Rewa University, M.P. and thereafter enrolled as an Advocate on 8 August 1992. As an advocate at the Allahabad High Court had a varied practice handling matters relating to constitutional, labour and industrial legislations, corporate laws, taxation and allied branches of law. Was the Special Counsel for the Allahabad High Court from 2006 till elevation. Held the office of the Chief Standing Counsel for the State of U.P. from 2012 till August 2013 when was designated as a Senior Advocate by the Court.
Was appointed as an Additional Judge of the Allahabad High Court on 13 October 2014. Took oath as a Permanent Judge of that Court on 01 February 2016. Appointed as a Judge of the High Court of Delhi on 11 October 2021.
Justice Yogesh Khanna
Justice Yogesh Khanna was born on 31st December, 1961. Did B.Com (Hons.) from Delhi University in the year 1983; and thereafter, LL.B. from Campus Law Centre, Delhi in the year 1986. He began his legal profession at District Courts, Delhi in the year 1986.
In the year 2000 joined Delhi Higher Judicial Service. During his tenure in the District Courts, handled various cases including the Nirbhaya’s case. Had been District Judge of North-West District, Rohini Courts, Delhi.
Elevated as Permanent Judge of Delhi High Court on 08th November, 2016.
Justice Rekha Palli
Born on 9th March, 1963. Studied in Lady Irwin School and graduated in Science from Hindu College in 1983, whereafter obtained LLB degree from Campus Law Centre, Delhi in 1986. Enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council of Delhi in July 1986. Commenced law practice in 1986 in Punjab and Haryana High Court and practiced there till March 1989. Registered as an Advocate on record with the Supreme Court in March 1991. Practised primarily in the High Court of Delhi, Supreme Court and other judicial fora including Central Administrative Tribunal, Armed Forces Tribunal and National Company Law Tribunal.
During practice handled various matters of public importance in different branches of law with specialization in service and company matters. Was appointed as Standing Counsel for the High Court of Delhi, Employees State Insurance Corporation and Air Force Schools. Was appointed as Senior Panel counsel for Govt. of India in the High Court of Delhi. Represented various Universities and Municipal Corporations in the Supreme Court. Designated as Senior Counsel by the High Court of Delhi in April, 2015. Was appointed as Judge of the High Court of Delhi on 15th May, 2017.
Justice Prathiba M. Singh
Justice Prathiba M. Singh completed her 5- year law course from University Law College, Bangalore. She graduated as the 1st Rank holder from Bangalore University and also represented India at the Philip C Jessup Moot Court competition in Chicago, USA. She was offered the ODASSS scholarship by the Cambridge Commonwealth Trust to study LL.M at the University of Cambridge (U.K.). She enrolled with the Bar in 1991.
Before being elevated to the Bench, she was a leading Intellectual Property lawyer in India. She had the distinction of handling landmark matters in all areas of IPR laws including patents, trademarks, designs, copyright, plant varieties, internet laws, etc. As Managing Partner of Singh & Singh, she advised clients and handled cases relating to commercial disputes, arbitration, telecom, broadcasting laws, media laws, writs, regulatory issues, education etc. She has regularly appeared before the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India, High Court of Delhi, TDSAT, IPAB, Trademark and Patent Offices. She was appointed as Amicus Curiae by the High Court of Delhi to streamline the working of the Copyright Office. She was also appointed on a High Level Committee for streamlining of Patent examinations.
She was invited as an expert to present views to the Parliamentary Committees considering amendments to the Patents Act in 2002, Copyright Amendment Act, 2012, Geographical Indications Act etc.
Mrs Singh was designated as a Senior Advocate by the Delhi High Court in December 2013.
The Prathiba M. Singh Scholarship for LL.M. students was instituted at the University of Cambridge in 2013. Scholarships are granted to Indian students who have secured admission at Cambridge, for pursuing their LLM course.
She was a member of the IPR Think Tank, which was entrusted with the momentous task of drafting India’s first `National IPR Policy’ which was released in May, 2015.
Her articles `India – Look behind the headlines’, `India is a game-changer in Patent laws’, `Implementation of the Commercial Courts Act’, `CRI guidelines’, ‘Expedited trials in patent cases’ etc., have been published in leading international and national publications.
During her tenure as the President of APAA (Indian Group), several important initiatives were taken including filing of a writ petition seeking constitution of the IPAB as also the creation of the Delhi court-room complex for the IPAB. She has been a regular Speaker at various National and International IP related workshops, seminars and events. She was also a member of the CII National Steering Committee on IPRs.
Various awards given to her include, ‘IP Litigator of the Year, 2012’, the ‘Asia women in Business Law Awards’ given by Managing IP for excellence in Litigation, ‘IP Lawyer of the Year, 2013’ by Legal Era, ‘Best IP Senior Counsel of the Year - 2014’ by Legal Era and ‘Woman Lawyer of the year, 2015’ by the Indian National Bar Association.
She was a Member of various professional bodies including SCBA, DHCBA, INTA, APAA, AIPPI, IPAA, IPLPA, and Telecom Lawyers Association.
She was elevated as a Permanent Judge of the High Court of Delhi on 15th May 2017.
Justice Navin Chawla
Born in New Delhi on 07th August 1969. Did his schooling from Delhi Public School, Mathura Road and graduated from Delhi University in B.Com (Hons.) in 1990. Thereafter obtained degree of laws (LL.B) from Campus Law Centre, Delhi University and was enrolled with the Bar Council of Delhi in 1993. Qualified as an Advocate-On-Record of the Supreme Court in 1999.
Practiced before the Delhi High Court, Supreme Court, and before various other judicial/quasi-judicial fora in various fields like Constitutional Laws, Civil Suits, Criminal Laws, specializing in Telecom and Broadcasting Laws, Arbitrations etc. Appointed as the Standing Counsel for the Union of India in the Delhi High Court in 2001.
Appointed as Permanent Judge of Delhi High Court on 15th May, 2017.
Justice C. Hari Shankar
Born in New Delhi on 4th May 1968, Justice C. Hari Shankar completed his schooling from St. Columba’s School and, thereafter, acquired B. Sc. (Hons) in Chemistry from Kirori Mal College and LL.B. from the Campus Law Centre, Delhi University in 1993. He has appeared, as arguing/senior counsel, before several judicial fora, including, but not limited to, the Supreme Court of India, High Courts of Delhi, Calcutta, Gujarat, Bombay, Allahabad, Punjab & Haryana, Madhya Pradesh, Rajasthan, Uttaranchal, Andhra Pradesh, Madras and Himachal Pradesh, the Central Administrative Tribunal, the Customs, Excise and Service Tax Appellate Tribunal, the Appellate Tribunal for Foreign Exchange, the Company Law Board, the AAIFR, the NCDRC, and the National Green Tribunal. His core areas of specialization were indirect taxes, along with allied subjects such as foreign exchange and COFEPOSA, and service law. He was on the Panel of Special Counsel representing the Central Government in the Supreme Court of India, and was also empaneled Counsel for the Directorate General of Anti-Dumping. He was regularly appearing on behalf of the Central Council for Research in Unani Medicine before the CAT and before this Court. On 20th August 2014, he was designated Senior Advocate by the Delhi High Court.
Justice Hari Shankar was appointed permanent Judge of this Court on 15th May 2017.
Justice Chandra Dhari Singh
• Graduated in the Law from Delhi University in the year 1993.
• Enrolled as an advocate on July 20, 1994.
• Practised in the Supreme Court of India as an “Advocate-on Record”. Dealt in Original Side, Civil and Criminal matters in Delhi High Court, other High Courts, Trial Courts and before Tribunals and Commissions.
He dealt, conducted, pleaded in Service Law, Labour Laws, Electricity Laws, Excise and Custom related matters, Contractual Obligation, Suits, Complaint Cases under Negotiable Instrument Act, Arbitration Matters, Educational Matters and other Corporate and Industry related matters as counsel.
• He was appointed as Additional Advocate General for the State of Chhattisgarh, Standing Counsel for the State of Madhya Pradesh (since 2005 till elevation), Standing Counsel for the State of Uttar Pradesh (since 2012 till elevation), Standing Counsel for the State of Jharkhand (since 2005 till 2007), Senior Panel Counsel for Union of India, Counsel for the University of Lucknow (since 2006 till elevation), Counsel for Steel Authority of India Ltd., Represented Supreme Court of India in several cases, Represented High Court of Madhya Pradesh (Jabalpur) in the Supreme Court, Represented the High Court of Chhatisgarh in the Supreme Court of India, Represented Bar Council of Uttar Pradesh, Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture and Technology, Hindustan Copper Ltd., Indian Tourism Development Corporation, Council of Scientific and Industrial Research, Airport Authority, Coal India Ltd. in the Supreme Court.
Appeared before the Constitution Bench of the Supreme Court of India in several cases (Jindal Stainless Ltd. Vs. State of Haryana and others, Modern Dental College and Research Centre Vs. State of M.P. and others, Supreme Court Advocate on record Association and others Vs. Union of India, Mohd. Arif Vs. The Registrar, Supreme Court of India, Hardeep Singh Etc. Vs. State of Punjab and others and Lalita Kumari Vs. Govt. of U.P. And others).
• He was elected Joint Secretary, SCBA and Honorary Secretary, SCAORA.
• Appointed as Additional Judge on September 22, 2017.
• Took oath as Permanent Judge on September 06, 2019.
• Transferred to Delhi High Court on October 11, 2021.
Justice Subramonium Prasad
Justice Subramonium Prasad graduated in B.Com. (Hons.) from Delhi University. He acquired his LLB degree from Campus Law Centre, Delhi University in the year 1990. Justice Prasad cleared the Advocate-On–Record exam in 1996 and started his independent practice. He became the Standing Counsel for the State of Tamil Nadu in the Supreme Court of India in 2003, a post he held till 2006. He was also the standing counsel for the custodian appointed under the Special Court (Trial of Offences Relating to Transactions in Securities) Act, 1992, dealing with cases pertaining to the 1992 stock exchange scam. In October 2012, Justice Prasad was appointed as the Additional Advocate General for the State of Tamil Nadu in the Supreme Court of India. Justice Prasad was designated as a Senior Advocate by the Supreme Court of India in April 2015.
Over his career spanning 28 years, Justice Prasad has worked on several high profile matters, and has been involved in several reported judgements of the Supreme Court on various subjects like Constitutional Law, Tax, Corporate and Commercial Law, Criminal Law, Election Law, Service Law and Inter State River Water Disputes.
Justice Prasad was appointed as an Additional Judge of the Madras High Court on 4.06.2018. He was transferred to Delhi High Court as an Additional Judge on 13.03.2020 and confirmed as a Permanent Judge of the Madras High Court on 17.03.2020.
Justice Jyoti Singh
Born on 1.10.1966, graduated in Botany (Hons.) from Kirori Mal College, Delhi University. Acquired L.L.B. degree from Campus Law Centre, Delhi University.
Enrolled with the Bar Council of Delhi.
Practiced before the Hon’ble Supreme Court, High Court of Delhi and Tribunals.
Held the following appointments:
Senior Counsel for the Government of India in the High Court of Delhi
Standing Counsel for UPSC
Standing Counsel for DTC
Standing Counsel for Delhi Government in Central Administrative Tribunal
Additional Standing Counsel for NDMC
Panel Counsel for Provident Fund, DDA and Canara Bank
Was a member of Delhi High Court Legal Services Committee and participated in Lok Adalats and workshops organised by the Committee.
Specialised in service matters, particularly Armed Forces and Para-Military Forces.
Was appointed as Amicus Curiae in a number of cases by the High Court of Delhi and the Armed Forces Tribunal.
Designated as Senior Advocate in 2011 by the High Court of Delhi.
Elevated as Judge of High Court of Delhi on 22.10.2018.
Justice Prateek Jalan
Prateek Jalan was born in Calcutta, on April 4, 1970 and his school and college education were completed at Modern School, New Delhi, and Hindu College, University of Delhi. He thereafter studied law at Trinity College, University of Cambridge (as a Cambridge Nehru Centenary scholar) and the University of Michigan Law School (LL.M.). He enrolled as an Advocate in August 1992, and has been called to the English Bar from the Inner Temple, London. He commenced practice before the High Court of Calcutta. Since 1998, he practiced mostly before the Supreme Court (including on the panel of counsel for the Union of India), and the Delhi High Court. He was associated with the chambers of Mr.Bhaskar P.Gupta, Senior Advocate in Kolkata, and of Mr.Ashok H. Desai, former Attorney General for India from 1998 to 2003.
Publications include, as a co-author, “Review of Administrative Action” in Sujit Choudhry, Madhav Khosla and Pratap Bhanu Mehta (ed.), The Oxford Handbook of the Indian Constitution, 2016, Oxford, and “Publishing Contracts” in Usha Rajagopalan (ed.), Get Published! A Handbook for Writers in India, 2001, Oxford.
Appointed as a Judge of the Delhi High Court with effect from October 22, 2018.
Justice Anup Jairam Bhambhani
Anup Jairam Bhambhani, a first generation lawyer, was born in 1965 in New Delhi. He completed his schooling from Springdales School, New Delhi in 1984 and attended St. Stephen's College, Delhi University to earn his Master's Degree in Physics in 1989 where he studied nuclear physics.
It was during his studies at college that Nani Palkhivala's book 'We, The People' received by him as a prize, evoked in him the interest to pursue legal studies. He then read for his LL.B. degree at the Faculty of Law, University of Delhi, which he completed in 1992.
Apart from his academic pursuits, he actively engaged in other activities in school, college and law-school, notably in elocution, debating and theatre.
He joined the Bar in 1992 and started practice with a senior lawyer. He went into independent practice soon after, setting-up his own chambers in 1994, with a large proportion of his practice being in media law and criminal law.
He practiced before the Supreme Court of India, the Delhi High Court and the subordinate courts, where he conducted matters relating to civil and criminal defamation, right to privacy, media regulation and self-regulation, breach of parliamentary privilege, broadcasting and telecom regulation, juvenile justice, copyright law, narcotics law, education law, constitutional validity of criminal defamation, contempt of court, death penalty and commercial disputes. He also argued matters in other High Courts across the country.
He was resource person at multiple national and regional conferences at the National Judicial Academy, Delhi Judicial Academy, Maharashtra Judicial Academy, Tata Institute of Social Sciences and at law school seminars on diverse subjects, including free speech, trial-by-media, sting-operations, regulation of social media, incarceration of juveniles, victim compensation, witness protection, hate speech and on-line extremism, to mention a few.
He served as panel lawyer of the Delhi High Court Legal Services Committee from 2009 to 2014 ; was the Nominated Member on the Statutory Committee of the Delhi High Court Legal Services Committee from 26th May 2014 and Member of the Monitoring Committee for legal-aid lawyers from 06th August 2016, till the date of his appointment as Judge.
He has done substantial legal-aid work before various courts for the indigent embroiled with the law, including in the field of juvenile justice and death penalty. He has assisted the Delhi High Court as amicus curiae in several cases involving issues of public significance, which have culminated in laying down of procedures for affording prompt relief to motor accident victims, settling of railway accident claims, employee compensation claims, compensation for electrocution deaths, guarding building construction workers' rights, waste disposal in Delhi, inspection and reform of juvenile homes, phasing-out of Blue-line buses in Delhi and other similar public interest matters.
He was designated Senior Advocate by the Delhi High Court on 14th February 2014 ; and was appointed Judge of the Delhi High Court on 22nd October 2018.
Justice Sanjeev Narula
Born on 24th August, 1970. Studied at St. Mary’s Presentation Convent School, Jammu. Graduated in B.Sc.(Computer Science) from Kirorimal College, University of Delhi. He acquired Degree in Law in 1994 from Law Faculty, University of Jammu and got enrolled with Bar Council of Delhi in 1995.
Practiced primarily before the Delhi High Court and also before the Supreme Court of India, District Courts of Delhi and various judicial forums in Delhi. Advised and represented clients in litigation relating to Civil, Commercial, Corporate, Criminal, Customs, Indirect taxes, Service, Banking & Finance, Land &Property, Arbitration, Indirect Taxes, GST, Intellectual Property, Constitutional, Cyber, E-Commerce, Consumer and Family Laws.
He was appointed as Central Government Standing Counsel; Senior Standing Counsel (Customs and Indirect Taxes) and Standing Counsel for Central Information Commission (CIC) for the Delhi High Court, positions he retained until he was appointed as a Judge.
Appointed as Permanent Judge of Delhi High Court on 22nd October 2018.
Justice Manoj Kumar Ohri
Born in New Delhi in the year 1969.
Graduated in B.Sc Physics (Hons) from University of Delhi in 1990.
Post graduated in M.Sc. (Physics) from University of Delhi in 1992.
LLB from Campus Law Centre in 1995 and enrolled as an Advocate with Bar Council of Delhi in the same year.
Completed course in English and EC Commercial laws from College of law at York, UK on British Chevening scholarship.
Practiced law before Supreme Court of India, High Court of Delhi and other High Courts. Appointed as Panel Counsel and later as Senior Panel Counsel for Union of India in Delhi High Court. Appointed to represent GNCT of Delhi (Criminal) and CBI in Delhi High Court.
Designated as a Senior Advocate by the High Court of Delhi in August, 2014.
Elevated as a permanent Judge of High Court of Delhi on 20th November, 2018.
Justice Talwant Singh
Justice Talwant Singh was born on 4th June 1961 in village Bahla, Hoshiarpur, Punjab; did his initial schooling in village and then from N P Boys Higher Secondary School, Mandir Marg, New Delhi. He did his Graduation in Commerce from SGTB Khalsa College, Delhi University and completed a Masters in Commerce from Meerut University. He earned Advance Diploma in Management from IGNOU. He did his LL.B. from Meerut University in 1986.
Justice Singh joined Delhi Bar in 1986 and practiced as a litigation lawyer at High Court and District Courts of Delhi till April, 2000. His practice areas were Corporate Law, Family Law, Civil and Criminal Law. He joined Delhi Higher Judicial Service in May, 2000 as Additional District & Sessions Judge. While working as a judge, he presided over Courts dealing with Corruption Cases, Heinous Crimes, Service Tribunals, Civil and Family Law jurisdictions. He was promoted as District & Sessions Judge in December, 2014 and served in North-East and East Districts till April, 2017.
He was appointed as District & Sessions Judge (Headquarters), Tis Hazari Courts, Delhi on 1st May, 2017 and served there till 26th May, 2019. He was elevated as a permanent Judge of the High Court of Delhi on 27th May, 2019.
Apart from Judicial work, he has a great passion for use of ICT (Information & Communication Technology) in Courts and has been active in this field for the last more than 18 years and made his humble contribution in computerisation of District Courts in Delhi. Recognising Justice Singh’s interest in ICT, his services were requisitioned by Hon’ble Supreme Court of India as Member-Judicial of E-Committee in the year 2013. This Committee was entrusted with responsibility to computerize more than 14,000 Courts all over India, which it completed in record time. He was also member of the Software team responsible for development of National CIS (Case Information System) for all District Courts in India in collaboration with NIC, Pune.
During his tenure in Delhi District Courts, Justice Singh also remained Chairman of District Courts Website Committee and Nodal Officer of E-Courts Project and made his contribution in developing India’s First Paperless E-Court at District Court level. He has been a guest faculty at National Judicial Academy, State Judicial Academies, Universities, Information Technology Institutes and Law Enforcement Training Institutions.
His interest in use of ICT in Courts and Cyber Law has taken him to many foreign jurisdictions for delivering lectures to various stakeholders. He has also authored/edited books like District Courts Case Management Manual for Judges, District Courts User’s Manual for Lawyers & Litigants, Annual Reports of Delhi District Courts and has also written articles on ICT in Delhi District Courts, Cyber Law & Information Technology and Recent Trends in Use of Information Technology in Judiciary.
Justice Rajnish Bhatnagar
Justice Rajnish Bhatnagar was born on 14th June, 1962. Did B.Sc. from Delhi University in the year 1983 and thereafter LL.B. from the Campus Law Centre, Delhi University in the year 1987. Enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council of Delhi in the year 1987 and practised as an Advocate in both Civil and Criminal jurisdiction. Joined Delhi Higher Judicial Service on 26th May, 2000, has presided over various Civil and Criminal Courts and had been District Judge of North-West District, Rohini Courts, Delhi from 8th December, 2016 to 26th May, 2019. Elevated as a Permanent Judge of the High Court of Delhi on 27th May, 2019.
Justice Asha Menon
Justice Asha Menon was born on 17th September, 1960 at Pattambi, Kerala. She studied in different schools across India and completed her schooling from Kendriya Vidyalaya, Sector IV, R.K. Puram, New Delhi. She graduated in Economics (Hons.) from Lady Shri Ram College, University of Delhi in 1979 and thereafter LLB from the Faculty of Law, University of Delhi in 1982. Justice Menon was the youngest to enroll with the Bar Council of Delhi in that year. In 2006, she obtained her LLM from Kurukshetra University.
Justice Menon was selected in the Delhi Judicial Service Exam conducted in 1984-85 and joined the service on 04th November, 1986. Justice Menon presided over various Courts in all jurisdictions over a period of about 14 years including, civil, criminal, rent, guardianship insolvency, etc and was promoted to the Delhi Higher Judicial Service on 16th August, 2000.
She dealt with Land Acquisition Reference matters, litigation against public utilities such as, the Electricity Board/discoms, Delhi Jal Board, the then Municipal Corporation of Delhi and other civil matters. While holding the Sessions Court, she was designated as the Special Court to deal with Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) prosecutions after the 2014 amendment and enhancement of the penalties and was one amongst the three set up in Mumbai, Chennai and Delhi and was the first Court to start disposals and convictions in the country.
Justice Menon underwent mediation training in 2005 conducted by Institute for the Study and Development of Legal Systems (ISDLS), California and subsequently was selected for training as a Master Trainer by the Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution (CEDR), London at the International Centre for Alternative Dispute Resolution, (ICADR), New Delhi. She has conducted training sessions in mediation in various parts of the country including Kerala, Chennai, Chandigarh, Rajasthan, Indore and several other places.
On 12th September, 2008, Justice Menon was posted as the Member Secretary, Delhi State Legal Services Authority and remained as such, till 31st October, 2012. During this tenure, many firsts were achieved. The Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987 was implemented in full measure with the creation of District Authorities. In each district of Delhi, full time Secretaries were appointed, Mega Lok Adalats were organized and several outreach programmes initiated. For the first time in India on 8th February, 2009, a paperless Lok Adalat was held, when without moving the files, thousands of cases pertaining to Section 138 Negotiable Instruments Act, 1881 were disposed of.
As a Member Secretary, she was called upon by the Delhi High Court to submit various reports, which formed the basis of orders with far reaching effect touching upon the welfare of the economically weaker sections such as anganwadi, night shelters, missing children and mentally ill, to name a few.
Justice Menon was instrumental in ensuring the availability of a Magistrate at the Jama Masjid outreach of the Institute of Human Behaviour and Allied Sciences (IHBAS) to facilitate orders to provide involuntary treatment for homeless persons suffering from mental illness. Justice Menon played a significant role in formulation of the Jail Parole Guidelines, 2010. For improving the quality of free legal aid, a training programme for the legal aid panel lawyers was also put in place by her with a prescribed syllabus. The para legal volunteer scheme and school literacy programme in Delhi Schools and Colleges were also commenced during her tenure. Under her charge, two significant national level programmes were organized in co-ordination with the National Legal Services Authority (NALSA) for highlighting the issues faced by transgender persons and the working of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2000.
At the international level, Justice Menon has represented India at the ‘Asia Pacific Regional Consultation on HIV-related Legal Services and Rights’ in 2012 at Bangkok, Thailand. She has also visited Malawi, Africa as a member of the Indian delegation under the aegis of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
On completion of her tenure in 2012, Justice Menon was posted to the Sessions Court but was again called to become the Member Secretary of the National Legal Services Authority on being so selected by the then Chief Justice of India and held the position till December, 2015. For the first time under her supervision, National Lok Adalats were commenced on regular basis. Commendation programmes were held at national level to acknowledge the work of para legal volunteers and the district legal services authorities across the country.
She has helped in framing several schemes for effective legal services in keeping with the mandate of NALSA under the Legal Services Authorities Act, 1987. She also assisted in the preparation of training modules for legal aid lawyers, para legal volunteers and probation officers.
As the Member Secretary, NALSA, she was called upon to submit several reports to the Supreme Court of India in respect of missing children, implementation of the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2000 and the rehabilitation of trafficked children and women and the protection of the rights of voluntary sex workers. As Member Secretary, she assisted the Supreme Court in the case of National Legal Services Authority of India vs. Union of India, a landmark decision for protection and enforcement of the rights of transgender persons including the right to identify as third gender.
In 2016, she was also appointed Chairperson of a Committee constituted by the Ministry of Women and Child Development, Government of India for drafting new rules under the Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection of Children) Act, 2015 which have since been notified.
On return from NALSA, in January, 2016, she took charge as the Family Court Principal Judge (HQ)-cum-District Judge at Dwarka. With effect from July, 2016 till December, 2016, she worked as District and Sessions Judge, South East, Saket and with effect from December, 2016 till 26th May, 2019, she worked as the District and Sessions Judge, South-cum-Judge-Inchange, Saket, New Delhi.
Justice Jasmeet Singh Born on 26th February 1968 at Delhi. Did his schooling from St. Xavier’s School, New Delhi. He received his B.Com (Hons.) from Hindu College of Delhi University. Attended Campus Law Centre, University of Delhi and received his LL.B. in 1992, and enrolled as an Advocate with Bar Council of Delhi in the same year. Thereafter, practiced law primarily on the Civil side in Delhi High Court, the subordinate Courts and Tribunals such as Debt Recovery Tribunal, Industrial Tribunal, National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, National Commission for Minority Educational Institutions and Delhi School Tribunal. Appointed as Standing Counsel for Delhi Sikh Gurudwara Management Committee (DSGMC) in Delhi High Court in 2013. Appointed as Central Government Standing Counsel in Delhi High Court in 2014. Appointed as Judge of Delhi High Court on 24th February, 2021.
Justice Amit Bansal
Born on 8th February 1969 at Delhi. Did his schooling from Modern School, Vasant Vihar, New Delhi. He received his B.Com (Hons.) from Shri Ram College of Commerce, Delhi University. Attended Campus Law Centre, University of Delhi and received his LL.B. in the year 1993 and enrolled as an Advocate with Bar Council of Delhi in the same year. He obtained his L.L.M. degree from Northwestern University, USA in 1994.
Is a third generation lawyer after his grandfather, Late Sh.Harnam Dass, Advocate and father, Late Justice Arun Kumar, who retired as a Judge of the Supreme Court of India.
Appointed as an Additional Standing Counsel, University of Delhi in the year 2003. Appointed as Standing Counsel, CBSE in the year 2004. Appointed as Senior Standing Counsel for Central Board of Indirect Taxes and Customs in the year 2016. Also appointed as a counsel for the High Court of Delhi in 2017. Was empanelled as an Arbitrator on the panel of Delhi International Arbitration Centre in 2018. Primary areas of practice include Arbitration Laws, Education Laws, Indirect Taxation and Commercial Laws.
Appointed as Judge of Delhi High Court on 24th February, 2021.
Justice Neena Bansal Krishna
Appointed as Judge of Delhi High Court on 28th February, 2022.
Justice Dinesh Kumar Sharma
Justice Dinesh Kumar Sharma joined the Delhi Judicial Service in 1992 and was promoted to Delhi Higher Judicial Service in 2003. He has also done a Course on Conflict Management from University of Oxford, London in Distance Learning Programme while working as Presenting Officer with National Human Rights Commission. During his judicial career, besides presiding over courts of various jurisdictions, he has worked as Secretary, Delhi High Court Legal Service Committee; Director (Academics) Delhi Judicial Academy; Registrar (Vigilance); Registrar General of Delhi High Court; and Principal District & Sessions Judge, New Delhi. He is a Fellow of the Commonwealth Judicial Education Institute Halifax, Nova Scotia, Canada and has worked as a Mediator and Mediation Trainer with the Mediation and Conciliation Project Committee of the Supreme Court of India. He took oath as Judge, High Court of Delhi on 28th February, 2022. He has been associated with the Vulnerable Witness Deposition Complex program, drafting of the Vulnerable Witness Guidelines of the Delhi High Court and the training of the Stakeholders in the Vulnerable Witness training programs organized by the High Court since its inception in 2010.
Justice Anoop Kumar Mendiratta
Born and brought up in Delhi and completed schooling from Salwan Public School, Delhi. After graduation from Delhi University, completed LLB from Campus Law Centre, Faculty of Law, Delhi University in 1987. Having enrolled as an Advocate in the year 1987, initially joined the chamber of late Hon’ble Mr. Justice Valmiki J. Mehta and later on associated with late Pandit Shri R.K. Sharma (Naseem Saheb) and extensively practiced in civil and criminal matters at Delhi High Court and District Courts.
Was inducted into Delhi Judicial Service in 1992 and promoted to Delhi Higher Judicial Service in 2003. Apart from presiding over courts dealing with civil and criminal jurisdictions, also held designated courts dealing extensively with matters relating to CBI, DDA, LAC, NDPS, Electricity, MACT including matrimonial disputes as Principal Judge, Family Courts. Joined as District & Sessions Judge, North-East District, Karkardooma Courts, Delhi from 30.05.2019 to 24.10.2019.
Other Key Positions :-
Appointed as Joint Secretary (Law, Justice & Legislative Affairs), Govt. of NCT of Delhi for a period of more than three years from 1999 to 2002 and again as Principal Secretary (Law, Justice & Legislative Affairs), Govt. of NCT of Delhi from November 2017 till April 2019. Also nominated as Member/Chairperson of several committees and involved in preparation of the report relating to bifurcation of Delhi into judicial Districts in the year 2000, which was finally accepted by the Hon’ble Supreme Court. Also looked after the charge of Delhi Dispute Resolution Society (DDRS) as Working Chairperson and conducted mediation proceedings being a trained mediator. Played an active role in drafting of several Bills, formulation of policies and rendered advice on several constitutional issues.
Became the first serving judicial officer from DHJS to be appointed as Law Secretary, Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India. Handled the additional charge as Secretary, Legislative Department, Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India including Vidhi Sahitya Prakashan for a considerable period. Also appointed Member Secretary, Law Commission of India. Was a Member of the Governing Body and Executive Committees of several institutions viz. Indian Law Institute, National Judicial Academy, National Law University etc. and associated with several high powered committees. Considerably remained associated with Income Tax Appellate Tribunal as Law Secretary. Played key role in legislative drafting and formulation of several Bills and enactments including Mediation Bill 2021 as well as finalization of intricate policies by Union of India in various sectors including Petroleum, Mines, Electricity, IBC etc. During the aforesaid assignments, dealt with administrative and legal/constitutional issues and was involved in implementation and strengthening of provisions of Arbitration and Conciliation Act, New Delhi International Arbitration Centre Act, Commercial Courts Act, Notaries Act etc. including supervision of entire litigation of Union of India.
Was Member of Committee for resolution of disputes under AMRCD mechanism and resolved several high stake matters; Member of the Committee to formulate an Action Plan for Online Dispute Resolution, Member of Review Committee under the Information Technology Act and others enactments; Involved in formulation of Bilateral Investment Treaties and coordination of International Arbitration on behalf of Union of India.
Represented before several Parliamentary Committees as well as led Delegation to attend the UK-India Joint Consultative Committee (JCC) meeting held at London. Was associated in organizing of the 7th Meeting of Ministers of Justice of Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) as well as SCO 19th Prosecutors General Conference and also represented in several conferences at National & International level.
Played a key role in launch of an online course on “Constitution of India” inaugurated by Shri Kiren Rijiju, Hon’ble Minister for Law and Justice at national level on the eve of Constitution Day in 2021, with a vision that every citizen of the country should be made aware of his fundamental duties and fundamental rights.
Was appointed a permanent Judge of the High Court of Delhi w.e.f. 28.02.2022.
Justice Sudhir Kumar Jain
ustice Sudhir Kumar Jain
• Born on 10th November, 1962.
• Did LL.B, LL.M and Ph.D. from Law Faculty Delhi University.
• Practiced as an Advocate in Delhi District Courts and High Court of Delhi.
• Served as a lecturer of law in Campus Law Centre, Delhi University before joining judicial service.
• Joined Delhi Judicial Service in year 1992 and promoted in Delhi Higher Judicial Service in year 2003.
• Posted and worked in different jurisdiction such as Civil, Criminal, Rent, CBI etc.
• Was Editor of Indian Law Report (ILR) Delhi Series.
• Posted as Principal District & Sessions Judge in Shahdara and North-East Districts, Delhi.
• Posted as Principal District & Sessions Judge-cum-Special Judge (PC Act), CBI at Rouse Avenue District, Delhi.
• Posted as Joint Director, Additional Director and Director, Delhi Judicial Academy.
• Served as a Judge in charge of Delhi Mediation Centers Tis Hazari Courts and Rohini Courts.
• Was a member of Academic Council, National Judicial Academy and Bhopal.
• Regular resource person in National Judicial Academy and other Academies/State and District Legal Service Authorities, Law Colleges/Schools and other Institutions.
• Wrote Articles on Administrative Law, Mediation and on other legal issues.
• A trained mediator and trainer for mediators.
• Received 40 hrs training on Concept & Techniques of Mediation in year 2005 from experts from Institute to Study Development in Legal System (ISDLS), California.
• Received Training of Trainers (TOT) from experts from Centre for Effective Dispute Resolution (CEDR), UK.
• Conducted mediation in about 12,000 cases of all categories with experience of more than 12,000 hours in conduction of mediation.
• Conducted more than 100 Training Programmes throughout India on Mediation and for trainers of mediation for judicial officers, advocates. law students etc.
• Participated as speaker in various Regional, National and International conferences on Mediation.
• Accredited mediator by International Mediation Institute, Holland.
• Elevated as Permanent Judge of Delhi High Court on 28.02.2022.
Justice Poonam A. Bamba
Born on 01st September, 1961 at Delhi, did her schooling from Delhi. Graduated with Honours in Botany from Hansraj College, Delhi University in 1980. Completed LL.B. in the year 1983 and LL.M. in the year 1988 from Faculty of Law, Delhi University; holds Diploma in Administrative Law from Indian Law Institute, New Delhi.
Practiced as an advocate in Delhi District Courts and High Court of Delhi from 1983 to 1987. Worked with Banks- Punjab National Bank and Central Bank of India, as Law Officer and Deputy Chief Officer (Law) respectively, from 1987 to 1996; and with Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI), Mumbai, as Division Chief (Legal) and Joint Legal Advisor from 1996 to 2002. Represented these banks and SEBI before various courts of India and also the Securities Appellate Tribunal, Mumbai.
Is a Trained Mediator.
Attended International Training Programmes- a month long Programme on Capital Market, at Baruch College, New York, USA, a Programme on Investigation and Enforcement of Securities Laws at Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Washington, USA and attended various conferences of IOSCO (International Organization of Securities Commissions).
Joined Delhi Higher Judicial Service on 05th December, 2002. During the tenure spanning over a period of 19 years approximately, presided over various jurisdictions viz. Matrimonial Court, Family Court as Judge/Principal Judge, Land Acquisition Court, Appellate Court under Public Premises (Eviction of Unauthorized Occupants) Act, 1971, Sessions Courts, Special Judge, CBI at Patiala House Courts.
Remained posted as District & Sessions Judge in different districts for a period of about five years i.e., at South East District, Saket from 08th December, 2016 to 30th April, 2017, at New Delhi District at Patiala House Courts from 01st May 2017 to 28th May, 2019 and as Principal District & Sessions Judge, at South District, Saket Courts Complex from 29th May, 2019 to 31st August, 2021.
Elevated as Permanent Judge of High Court of Delhi on 28th March, 2022.
Authored four books: Perfect Marriage- Not a Mirage, How to Save your Marriage (2nd Edition), Temple of Justice- A School of Life, Parents at War- Custody Battles in Indian Courts.
Published Articles on various subjects in Journals of Delhi Judicial Academy, National Stock Exchange, and that of Central Bank of India.
Visited as Guest Faculty/Resource Person at Delhi Judicial Academy, Dwarka, Delhi, UTI Institute of Capital Markets, Mumbai, Training Institute, Stock Holding Corporation of India, Mumbai, Northern India Bankers Staff Training College, Delhi and Zonal Staff Training College, Central Bank of India.
Is a sports person. Had earned title of the ‘Best Athelete’ of Law Faculty, University of Delhi in the year 1983.
A bird watcher, a keen observer of life and nature and has been a part of creation of a micro forest, adoption of trees at District Courts etc. Evinces special interest in dynamics of human relationship.
Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma
Justice Swarana Kanta Sharma graduated in B.A. (Hons.) in English Literature from Delhi University where she was adjudged the best student all-rounder of the year by Daulat Ram College. She acquired her LL.B. in the year 1991 and obtained LL.M. in 2004. She also holds a Diploma in Marketing Management, Advertising and Public Relations.
During the course of her college, she actively participated in debates and other co-curricular and extra-curricular activities, and bagged various certificates. She was also awarded a Certificate of Merit by National Service Scheme, University of Delhi for completing two years of service as a National Service Scheme Volunteer.
Endowed with excellent academic record at all levels, she became Magistrate at the age of 24 and Sessions Judge the day she turned 35.
Justice Sharma is a trained Judicial Mediator and has successfully settled many cases through mediation. She was the Chairperson of the committee to examine the complaints of sexual harassment against women employees of Tis Hazari Court, Patiala House Court and Rohini Court at different points of time. During her service at the Delhi District Courts, she has presided over various civil and criminal courts including postings as Special Judge (CBI), Principal Judge of the Family Court, Motor Accident Claims Tribunal, Mahila Court, Special Court (Sexual Offences against Women) etc.
In November 2019, she was appointed as the Principal District and Sessions Judge (North District) and later in March 2022, she took charge as the Principal District and Sessions Judge-cum-Special Judge (CBI) at Rouse Avenue Court.
She has also authored several books for the benefit of public at large. Her first book ‘Don't Break After Break-Up’ aims to help women who have chosen to remain single or who have undergone a violent break-up of a marriage or relationship. Second, ‘Beyond Baghban’, addresses the possible emotional and financial problems that senior citizens may face at the hands of their children. Her third book ‘Tumhari Sakhi’ is an attempt to create awareness amongst women about their rights and the need to speak up against the violence faced by them. She has also made an attempt at fiction with her book ‘Love Full Circle’.
Justice Sharma is a fellow of Commonwealth Judicial Education Institute, Canada.
She was elevated as a permanent Judge of the High Court of Delhi on 28.03.2022.
Justice Tara Vitasta Ganju
Tara Vitasta Ganju, a first generation lawyer, was born in 1971 in New Delhi. She enrolled at Sardar Patel Vidyalaya, Lodhi Estate, New Delhi in 1989 from which she obtained her High School Certificate. She read Political Science for her Bachelor’s degree from Lady Shriram College, University of Delhi in 1992 and graduated with Honours. Ms Ganju then obtained her Bachelor of Law degree in 1995 from the Faculty of Law, University of Delhi and enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council of Delhi in the same year. Ms Ganju continued her education in law in the United Kingdom receiving the British Chevening scholarship, awarded by the British High Commission (British Council), New Delhi in 1999. This allowed her to complete a course in English, and EC Commercial Law and Practice, from the College of Law at York. Ms Ganju also pursued an online Diploma in International Acquisitions and Mergers at College of Law, U.K. in 2005. In 2018, she was certified as a Mediator at Samadhan: Delhi High Court Mediation & Conciliation Centre. Thereafter, Ms. Ganju attended an advanced International Seminar on Mediating Effectively at Pepperdine Law School – Strauss Institute of Dispute Resolution, USA in June, 2018.
Ms Ganju was appointed an Executive Member of the Women in Law and Litigation (WILL) Association in 2019. She has also served on the Prevention of Sexual Harassment Committee for Manipal Hospitals, New Delhi and Estocorp Group of Companies in New Delhi.
Before being elevated to the Bench, Ms Ganju practiced primarily before the Hon’ble Delhi High Court. She also steered cases before the Hon’ble Supreme Court and other courts in Delhi. In addition to this, she advised and undertook matters in a wide range of legal areas including property, inheritance law, civil laws, arbitration, company, criminal and intellectual property litigation under the original, appellate and writ jurisdictions of the Courts at Delhi and its neighbouring jurisdictions. Ms Ganju has also worked extensively in advising clients on a variety of legal issues concerning their business transactions, contractual matters and commercial and legal issues. She has also assisted the Delhi High Court as an Arbitrator, Mediator and Amicus Curiae in third party disputes. Ms Ganju had been invited as a speaker at various conferences in India including the Legal India Conference 2018 on Alternate Dispute Redressal Mechanisms and Indian Oil Corporation’s Research & Development Centre in a seminar on Provision and Management of Intellectual Property Rights in the year 2007.
Tara Vitasta Ganju was appointed as a Permanent Judge of the Delhi High Court on May 18, 2022.
Justice Mini Pushkarna
Justice Mini Pushkarna did her schooling from Springdales School, Dhaula Kuan and was the school topper of her stream in the Class XII Board examinations. She completed her Honors in Political Science from Hindu College, Delhi University and her law degree from the Campus Law Centre, Delhi University. Before being elevated, she has had over 25 years of experience as an advocate at the Bar, during which period she has been the Standing Counsel for various bodies, including the Municipal Corporation of Delhi, Delhi Urban Slum Improvement Board, and on the panel of Services department of the Delhi Government, etc. She has had varied experience in various fields of practice at the Bar and has contested cases, including those related to tender and contract matters, arbitration, service law, suits, etc.. She was also on the panel of arbitrators with the Delhi International Arbitration Centre. In her early years of practice, she had also done matters as a lawyer with the Legal Aid and Advice Board and been a Reporter for many years with the Supreme Court Reports (SCR), which is the official journal of the Supreme Court of India.
Justice Vikas Mahajan
Appointed as Judge of Delhi High Court on 18th May, 2022.
Justice Tushar Rao Gedela
An alumnus of The Army Public School, Dhaula Kuan, New Delhi, Tushar Rao Gedela was born on 18th July 1967. He pursued Political Science (Hons) from Deshbandhu Gupta College, Delhi University followed by BA LLB from Meerut University in 1993. He enrolled with the Delhi Bar Council in the year 1994.
He started his professional journey at the District Courts at Tis Hazari and learnt the nuances of Civil, Criminal and Family side jurisdictions and soon thereafter joined the office of Shri M. Chandrashekharan, former Additional Solicitor General of India in 1997 and handled matters relating to Customs and Excise. Thereafter he was associated with the office of Former Chief Justice of Shimla High Court, Justice M N Rao (Retd.) where he was exposed to Service matters apart from others. He primarily practiced in the Supreme Court of India, Delhi High Court, TDSAT and Armed Forces Tribunal.
He was appointed as Central Government Counsel in Delhi High Court in the year 2000 till 2003 and appointed as Senior Panel Counsel for Central Government at Delhi High Court in 2014, Panel ‘A’ Counsel for the Supreme Court of India in 2015 and retained these positions till his designation as Senior Advocate in the month of March, 2021. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the Delhi High Court on 18/05/2022.
Justice Manmeet Pritam Singh Arora
Appointed as Judge of Delhi High Court on 18th May, 2022.
Justice Sachin Datta
Appointed as Judge of Delhi High Court on 18th May, 2022.
Justice Amit Mahajan
Appointed as Judge of Delhi High Court on 18th May, 2022.
Justice Gaurang Kanth
Justice Saurabh Banerjee
Justice Amit Sharma
Appointed as Judge of Delhi High Court on 02nd June, 2022.
Justice Anish Dayal
Appointed as Judge of Delhi High Court on 02nd June, 2022.
Chief Justice A.J. Desai
Date of Birth : 05/07/1962
Int. Appmnt : 21/11/2011
Date of Joining : 21/11/2011
Date of Retirement : 04/07/2024
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Introduction : Elevated as an Additional Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 21st November, 2011.
Full Profile :
Born on 5th July, 1962 at Vadodara in the family of Judges and Lawyers. Father late Mr Justice Jitendra P Desai was a Judge of the High Court of Gujarat from 1983 to 1989. Graduated in B.A ( Economics) from St. Xaviers' College, Ahmedabad, in the year 1982. Obtained Law Degree from Sir L.A. Shah Law College, Ahmedabad, in the year 1985. Was enrolled as an Advocate with Bar Council of Gujarat on 27.11.1985.
Joined the Office of Advocate Mr. M.C.Bhatt and Mrs. Daksha M. Bhatt. Started practice initially at the City Civil & Sessions Court, Ahmedabad and since 1991 at the High Court of Gujarat. Appointed as Assistant Government Pleader in the year 1994 and as Additional Public Prosecutor in the year 1995 and continued to work till elevation. Was appointed as Central Government Standing Counsel during 2006 to 2009. Was on the panel of Gujarat Electricity Board as well as on the panel of Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited. Appeared in large number of cases in various branches of law including matters of constitutional importance and involving great public interest. Appeared in large number of all types of civil and criminal cases.
His Lordship was elevated as an Additional Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 21st November, 2011 and confirmed as permanent Judge on 06.09.2013.
Justice A. Muhamed Mustaque
Born on 1st June 1967, Native of Thana, Kannur. Obtained Law Degree from V.B College of Law, Udupi. Obtained L.L.M from M.G. University in Labour Law. Enrolled as a lawyer on 1/10/1989. Practised 7 yrs before various courts and statutory authorities in Kannur. Obtained Master 2 in Space and Telecommunication Law, a funded programme of French Government from Paris XI University. Did Private International Law course at Hague Academy of International Law. Did advanced course on E- Commerce and Intellectual Property from WIPO. Trained as mediator by European Team from U.K. and also by MCPC of Supreme Court of India. Have many international publications to his credit including papers presented at International Astronautical Congress held in Hyderabad, Daejon in Korea and Naples in Italy. Attended various professional advancement courses, international conferences and workshop on subject relating to law. Practised as Ligation Lawyer, Arbitrator and served as a Mediator of Kerala Mediation Center. Was Standing Counsel for Kannur University, appeared for educational institutions, telecom companies, local authorities etc. Practised in civil , commercial constitutional, administrative service, criminal, telecommunication, IP and IT Laws. Was a Faculty for training on mediation with IIAM (Indian Institute of Arbitration and Mediation), Panel Arbitrator of ICADR AND IIAM and Member of International Institute of Space Law and Indian Society of International Law. Worked as Managing Editor of online news legal news letter L.I.N.K. Published from Luxembourg, Charter Member and Treasurer of India International ADR Association and Secretary of Mediators' Council of India. Sworn in as Additional Judge of the High court of Kerala on 23rd January, 2014. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the High Court of Kerala with effect from 10-03-2016.
Contact Address:
No. 1, Judges' Avenue,
Kaloor
Kochi
682017
Phone:
Land Phone (Office) 0484-2562702
Land Phone (Residence) 0484-2400274
Justice A.K. Jayasankaran Nambiar
An alumnus of Oxford University, U.K. from where he obtained his M.A. Degree in Law, he completed his matriculation from the Lawrence School, Lovedale, Tamil Nadu, and graduated in Chemistry from the Sacred Heart College, Thevara. He then joined the Government Law College, Ernakulam from where he obtained his LLB Degree securing a First rank in the Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam. He was awarded the N. Govinda Menon Memorial Gold Medal for the said achievement. He commenced practice as a lawyer in 1990, with M/s. Menon & Pai Advocates, a leading law firm in Cochin. Specialising in Constitutional Law and Taxation - Direct & Indirect, he was designated as a Senior Advocate of the Kerala High Court in July, 2011. On 23-01-2014 he was sworn in as Additional Judge of High Court of Kerala. He was appointed as Permanent Judge of High Court of Kerala on 10-03-2016.
Contact Address:
Avalon
Diwan’s Road
Kochi
682016
Phone:
Land Phone (Office) 0484-2562301
Land Phone (Residence) 0484-2950108
Justice Anil K. Narendran
Born on 05.05.1967. Obtained B.Sc. Degree in Chemistry from Sacred Heart College, Thevara. Obtained Law Degree from Law Academy Law College, Thiruvananthapuram. Started practice in the year 1993, in Civil, Criminal, Service, Arbitration, Taxation, Constitutional and Corporate Laws. Sworn in as Additional Judge of the High court of Kerala on 23rd January, 2014. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the High Court of Kerala with effect from 10-03-2016.
Contact Address:
House No. 181
7th Cross Road
Giri Nagar, Kadavatra P.O., Kochi
682020
Phone:
Land Phone (Office) 0484-2562404
Land Phone (Residence) 0484-2954522
Justice P.B. Suresh Kumar
Born on 30/06/1963. Educated at St. Aloysius High School, Kollam, Sree Narayana College, Kollam, Fathima Matha National College, Kollam and KGF Law College, Kolar, Karnataka. Enrolled as Advocate on 22/02/1987. Practised before the Subordinate Courts for about two years initially and thereafter, before the High Court of Kerala and Supreme Court of India. Designated as Senior Advocate on 12/07/2011. Sworn in as Additional Judge of the High Court of Kerala on 21st may, 2014. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the High Court of Kerala with effect from 20-05-2016.
Contact Address:
'Sai Krishna'
Nilavareth Lane, Azad Road
Kaloor
682017
Phone:
Land Phone (Office) 0484-2562201
Land Phone (Residence) 0484-2980134
Justice Amit Rawal
Sworn-in as Judge of High Court of Kerala on 12-11-2019.
Contact Address:
No.4, High Court Guest House
Diwan's Road
Kochi
682016
Phone:
Land Phone (Office) 0484-2957134
Land Phone (Residence) 0484-2562601
Justice Anu Sivaraman
Born on 25.5.1966 at Ernakulam. Educated at St.Teresa's Convent Girls High School and St. Teresa's College and later at Maharaja's College , Ernakulam. Graduated in English Literature in 1986 and completed Diploma in Journalism from Kerala Press Academy in 1987. Obtained Law Degree from Government Law College, Ernakulam. Enrolled as an Advocate on 09.03.1991. Served as Standing Counsel for the Corporation of Cochin from 2001 to 2010, Senior Government Pleader from January 2007 and Special Government Pleader (Co-operation) during 2010-2011. Sworn in as Additional Judge of the High Court of Kerala on 10.04.2015. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the High Court of Kerala with effect from 05-04-2017.
Contact Address:
'Varada', K N - 47
Keerthi Nagar Colony
Elamakkara, Kochi
682026
Phone:
Land Phone (Office) 0484-2562205
Land Phone (Residence) 0484-2953505
Justice Raja Vijayaraghavan V.
Born at kollam on 28/05/1967. Educated at Deva Mata Convent School, Kollam, Trinity Lyceum, Kollam, St. Aloysious High School and Fatima Mata National College, Kollam. Graduated in Civil Engineering from T.K.M College of Engineering, Kollam. Obtained Law Degree from Law Academy Law College, Thiruvanathapuram. Enrolled as an Advocate on 20/03/1994. Practiced before the District and Subordinate Courts at Kollam and thereafter, before the High Court of Kerala. Sworn in as Additional Judge of the High Court of Kerala on 10/04/2015. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the High Court of Kerala with effect from 05-04-2017.
Contact Address:
Quarter No.4
Retd. C.J. K.T. Koshy Avenue
Kochi
682011
Phone:
Land Phone (Office) 0484-2562705
Land Phone (Residence) 0484-2989134
Justice Mary Joseph
Born on 02.06.1962 at Elamkulam, Ernakulam . Educated at St. Joseph's U.P.School, Karithala, Karikkamuri, Ernakulam, St. Teresa's Convent Girls High School, Ernakulam. Graduated from SH College Thevara. Obtained Law Degree from Maharaja's Government Law College, Ernakulam and L.L.M Degree from Cochin University of Science and Technology at Ernakulam. Enrolled as Advocate on 26-01-1986 and started practice in Civil and Criminal Laws at High Court Of Kerala and various Subordinate Courts at Ernakulam. Held the post of Addl.District Government Pleader and Public Prosecutor at District Court, Ernakulam from 1993 till 1996. Officiated as District Judge in Kerala Judiciary from 2001 till 2015. Sworn in as Additional Judge of the High Court of Kerala on 10-04-2015 Appointed as Permanent Judge of the High Court of Kerala with effect from 05-04-2017.
Contact Address:
MKJ-18
Manpurakkal Road
Chalickavattom,Vennala P.O.,Kochi
682028
Phone:
Land Phone (Office) 0484-2562204
Land Phone (Residence) 0484-2954134
Justice Sathish Ninan
Born on 01-04-1968 to Shri. O.N.Ninan and Smt. Naliny Ninan at Ooriapadikkal, Thiruvalla. Obtained Law Degree from Government Law College, Trivandrum and L.L.M Degree from Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam. Enrolled as an Advocate on 02-12-1990. Started practice in the year 1990. Specialised in Civil,Constitution,Banking and Property Law. Sworn in as Additional Judge of the High Court of Kerala on 05-10-2016. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the High Court of Kerala on 16-03-2018.
Assets and Liabilities
Contact Address:
House No. 37,
Panchavady Colony,, Ambelipadam Road
Vytilla
682019
Phone:
Land Phone (Office) 0484-2562103
Justice Devan Ramachandran
Born on 19-03-1968 at Ernakulam. Educated at Bhavan's Vidya Mandir, Elamakkara and S.H. College, Thevara. Obtained Law Degree from Maharaja's Government Law College, Ernakulam. Enrolled as an Advocate on 09.03.1991. Joined the chambers of his father Mr. M.P.R.Nair, Barrister-in-Law (Middle Temple, London) and Senior Advocate, to commence practice of Law. Started independent practice primarily in Constitutional Law, Company and Corporate Matters, Banking and other Financial and Commercial Laws. Designated as a Senior Advocate by the High Court of Kerala on 21/11/2015. Sworn in as Additional Judge of the High Court of Kerala on 05/10/2016. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the High Court of Kerala on 16/03/2018.
Contact Address:
'Krishna', 35/1486
South Janatha Road
Palarivattom, Kochi
682025
Phone:
Land Phone (Office) 0484-2562522
Land Phone (Residence) 0484-2954622
Justice P. Somarajan
Born on 14-07-1962 at Kollam Village in Kollam District. Studied in P.K.P.M.N.S.S U.P.School, Madannada, Kollam, V.V.H.S.School, Ayathil, Kollam. Graduated from S.N.College Kollam. Obtained Law Degree from Government Law College, Thiruvananthapuram. Enrolled as an Advocate on 26-06-1988. Appointed as District & Sessions Judge on 01-12-2001 and posted as Additional District & Sessions Judge, Palakkad (Additional District Court). Served as Additional District & Sessions Judge & MACT, Nrth Paravur (Additional District Court) in 2005. Served as Additional District & Sessions Judge, Thiruvananthapuram in 2008. Promoted as Selection grade District & Sessions Judge on 01-12-2009. Served as Enquiry Commissioner & Special Judge, Kottayam in 2011. Promoted as Super Time District Judge on 01-01-2013. Served as District & Sessions Judge, (District Court), Alappuzha and District & Sessions Judge, (District Court), Pathanamthitta. Sworn in as Additional Judge of the High Court of Kerala on 05-10-2016. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the High Court of Kerala on 16-03-2018.
Contact Address:
Flat No. V A, Jomer Haven Apartment
Illam Road, Off D.H. Road
Ernakulam South
682016
Phone:
Land Phone (Office) 0484-2562506
Land Phone (Residence) 0484-2943134
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Justice Dinesh Kumar Singh
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Dinesh Kumar Singh
Administrative Judge for the District: Barabanki
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 18/08/1966
Initial Joining : 22/09/2017
Joining at Allahabad : 22/09/2017
Date of Retirement : 17/08/2028
Graduated in the Law from LL.B. (Allahabad University), LL.M., (Delhi University), in the year 1992.
Enrolled as an Advocate in the year 1993.
Practised in Allahabad High Court till 1997, thereafter in Supreme Court from 1998 till the date of appointment mainly in Constitutional law, Administrative Law, Commercial Laws, Civil Laws, Taxation, Arbitration and Criminal Laws.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Sep 22, 2017.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Sep 06, 2019.
Sitting at : Lucknow
Address : 15, Gautam Palli, Lucknow
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Transferred as Judge of the High Court of Kerala w.e.f. 21.07.2023.
Born on 01.04.1964 Obtained Law degree from Bombay University in the year 1989. Enrolled on 17.12.1989 and started practice at Ernakulam. Sworn-in as Additional Judge of High Court of Kerala on 05.11.2018
Contact Address:
'Upasana'
Elanjeril Road
Kadavanthra, Kochi
682020
Phone:
Land Phone (Office) 0484-2562203
Land Phone (Residence) 0484-2318834
Justice V.G. Arun
Born on 25.01.1964 Obtained Degree in Economics from the Baselius College, Kottayam and Law degree from the Kerala Law Academy, Thiruvananthapuram. Enrolled on 08.01.1989 and started practice in Civil and Criminal courts at Calicut. Shifted practice to the High Court of Kerala in December, 1990. Sworn-in as Additional Judge of High Court of Kerala on 05.11.2018
Contact Address:
RRWA-20, SARAYU
Rajeev Nagar
Elamakkara P. O., Kochi
682026
Phone:
Land Phone (Office) 0484-2562802
Land Phone (Residence) 0484-2538014
Justice C.S. Dias
Born on 19.11.1969. Did his schooling at the Kendriya Vidyalaya, Ernakulam. Passed his graduation in Law from the Government Law College, Thiruvananthapuram in 1992. Started his practice, in High Court of Kerala and Subordinate Courts in Ernakulam. He was Counsel for High Court of Kerala from 2016-2019. He was the Retainer Standing Counsel for the Ministry of Railways in the High Court from 2010 to 2019, Central Government Counsel from 2012- 2015, Standing Counsel for the Indian Oil Corporation from 2006-2019. He was member of the National Advisory Committee to the Ministry of Women and Child Development 2018 - 2019. He was also Counsel and Consultant for several Non-Governmental Organizations, Institutions, Congregations and Corporates. He specialised in Civil, Constitutional, Family and Arbitration laws. Sworn in as Additional Judge of High Court of Kerala on 18.11.2019.
Assets and Liabilities
Contact Address:
XL/5542
Market Road
Kochi
682035
Phone:
Land Phone (Office) 0484-2562703
Land Phone (Residence) 0484-2352306
Justice P.V. Kunhikrishnan
On 13.02.2020 Justice P.V. Kunhikrishnan was sworn-in as the Additional Judge of the High Court of Kerala. Justice P.V. Kunhikrishnan was born on 22nd May, 1967 and, obtained his LL.B Degree from Kerala Law Academy, Law College in 1989. Justice P.V. Kunhikrishnan completed his schooling at Korom Devisahayam U.P. School and Government High School, Korom, Payyannur. Justice P.V. Kunhikrishnan started practice as a lawyer from 02.01.1990 under Advocate P.K. Kunhirama Poduval and subsequently shifted his practice to High Court of Kerala in September 1993 with M.V.S. Namboodiri. Justice P.V. Kunhikrishnan was the Standing Counsel for KSEB, Travancore Devaswom Board, Kozhikode Corporation and several other local bodies during his tenure as a lawyer.
Assets and Liabilities
Contact Address:
32/2353, PULLERI
Green Garden
Vaduthala, Kochi
682023
Phone:
Land Phone (Office) 0484-2562602
Land Phone (Residence) 0484-2402469
Justice T.R. Ravi
Justice T.R.Ravi was sworn in as Additional Judge of the High Court of Kerala on 06.03.2020. Justice T.R.Ravi was born on 02.03.1965. He studied in schools in Thiruchirappally and Coimbatore and completed B.com, from PSG College of Arts and Science under the Bharathiyar University. He obtained his L.L.B. Degree from Government Law College, Kozhikode under the Calicut University. He was enrolled as an Advocate on 08.01.1989 and started practice at Tirur in Malappuram District. He shifted practice to High Court by the end of March, 1989. While practising at the High Court, he worked as the honorary reporter for Indian Law Reports (Kerala Series) from 1993 to 1999. He served as Senior Government pleader in the High Court between 2004 and 2006 and as Special Government pleader (Forests) for a period of three months. He has been a member of the Statutory Rules Committee of the Kerala High Court till his elevation as Judge.
Contact Address:
Flat No. 2L, D. D. Nest
Pulleppady-Thammanam Road
Kochi
682017
Phone:
Land Phone (Office) 0484-2562202
Land Phone (Residence) 0484-2958933
Justice Bechu Kurian Thomas
Born on 05.12.1968, Justice Bechu Kurian Thomas completed his B.A.L, L.L.B. From the Government Law College, Ernakulam in the year 1992 with 1st Rank and Gold medal in the University. He was enrolled as an Advocate on 29-03-1992 and commenced his legal practice in the year 1992 at kottayam, under Adv. P.V.Thomas, a doyen of the Kottayam Bar. He was the recipient of the 1997 British Council Chevening Scholarship and underwent study and training in English Commercial Law and Practice at the College of Law, York and at Hammond Suddards, London. He Shifted his practice to the High Court of Kerala at Ernakulam in the Year 1995 and established the firm Bechu Kurian & Co in the year 1998. He had extensive practice in all fields of law ranging from Constitutional law, Administrative law, Taxation laws, Corporate law, Arbitration, Environmental laws, Civil Law, Criminal law, and Maritime law. He was the Standing Counsel for Kerala University from 2014 to 2015. He was designated as a Senior Advocate by the High Court of Kerala on 19.08.2015. He has appeared before various Courts and Tribunals within and outside the State of Kerala, including the Supreme Court, National Company Law Appellate Tribunal, National Green Tribunal etc. He was the Law Reporter for Kerala Law Journel during 1997-2002. He was the founder and Governing Council member of the Indian Institute of Maritime Law and was also a member of the Indian Institute of Arbitration and Mediation. He was also a member of various social organisations including Round Table India and the Rotary International. He was sworn in as an Additional Judge of the High Court of Kerala on 06.03.2020.
Contact Address:
'Thadathil House', 26/512A
Yacht Club Enclave
Konthuruthy, Kochi
682013
Phone:
Land Phone (Office) 0484-2562408
Land Phone (Residence) 0484-2314811
Justice Gopinath P.
Born on 13.11.1972, Justice Gopinath completed LL.B from the Government Law College Ernakulam and was the first rank holder in the LL.B Final Examination. He was enrolled as an advocate on 7.1.1996 and started his practice under the tutelage of Sri.K.Ramakumar, Senior Advocate. In 1998 he secured admission for the LL.M Degree Course at the University of Cambridge, United Kingdom and was also the recipient of Cambridge Commonwealth Trust Scholarship, a fully funded Scholarship, for undertaking post graduate study at the University of Cambridge, in that year. While at Cambridge he was selected as the incoming Pegasus Scholar of the Inner Temple and thus had the opportunity to intern at leading Barrister's Chambers in London. Later he joined the office of Sri.P.S Sreedharan Pillai, who was then the Senior Standing Counsel for the Government of India. After setting up independent practice in 2004, he was appointed as Central Government Counsel for two consecutive terms and also as the Senior Standing Counsel for the Central Board of Excise and Customs. In 2009 he joined Menon & Pai Advocates as a Partner. He had extensive practice in areas of Constitutional Law, Taxation, Company Law and Banking. He was designated as a Senior Advocate by the High Court of Kerala on 18.12.2018. He was sworn in as an Additional Judge of the High Court of Kerala on 06.03.2020.
Contact Address:
Flat No. 1B, Infra Gallant
Layam Road
Kochi
682011
Phone:
Land Phone (Office) 0484-2562104
Land Phone (Residence) 0484-2953034
Justice Murali Purushothaman
Born on 31.07.1967. Obtained Law Degree from Government Law College, Ernakulam. Enrolled as Advocate on 09.03.1991. Started independent practice in the year 2000 primarily in Constitutional law and Service laws. Served as Government Pleader in the High Court of Kerala (13.03.2001 to 06.08.2001). Was the Standing Counsel for the State Election Commission, Kerala from 2000 and the Election Commission of India from 2004 till elevation as Judge, Standing Counsel for the State Co-operative Election Commission (2002), Standing Counsel for the Delimitation Commission and Counsel for the Admission Supervisory Committee and Fee Regulatory Committee for Self Financing Professional Colleges and Institutions (2007-2011). Sworn in as Additional Judge of the High Court of Kerala on 25.02.2021.
Justice Ziyad Rahman A. A
Born on 12.05.1972 at Thrikkakkara, Ernakulam District as the son of Adv.A.A.Abdul Rahman (Late) and Latheepha. Undergone Lower Primary School education from Mary Matha English Medium School, Thrikkakkara and completed Upper Primary as well as High School education from Cardinal High School, Thrikkakkara. Took B.A degree in Economics from St.Paul's College, Kalamassery in the year 1993. Completed Bachelor Degree in law from YMS Law College, Kundapura, Karnataka, affiliated to Mangalore University, in the year 1996. After completing the apprenticeship training, enrolled as an Advocate on 31.08.1997. Since then, he practiced before the High Court of Kerala and Subordinate Courts in Ernakulam. He was a Designated Partner of M/s Sheriff Associates, LLB a law firm in Ernakulam. Practiced in various branches of law, mainly in Electricity Act, Motor Vehicles Act, Insurance Act, Employees Compensation Act, Land Laws and various other Civil Laws. He was the Standing Counsel for New India Assurance Company Ltd. from 2011, onwards. Elevated as Additional Judge of High Court of Kerala on 25.O2.2021.
Justice K. Babu
Born on 8.5.1964 at Thevannoor, Ayoor in Kollam District. Had schooling in Government High School, Thevannoor. After obtaining Post Graduate Degree in Economics from the University of Kerala, secured LLB Degree, as a student of the Govt. Law College, Thiruvananthapuram. Obtained LLM Degree from the Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam. Enrolled on 20th March 1994 and practiced at Kottarakara and Kollam. Dealt with cases in different branches of law, the area of prominent practice being in civil law. Joined Kerala Higher Judicial Service as District & Sessions Judge in 2009. Served as Additional District Judge at Thalassery, Pathanamthitta and Kottayam and Special Judge (SPE/CBI) at Ernakulam. while working as Additional District Judge and Special Judge (SPE/CBI), served as Special Commissioner, Sabarimala. Posted as Registrar (Subordinate Judiciary) on 8.7.2016. Appointed as Registrar (Officer on Special Duty) in the Supreme Court of India. Served as Principal District Judge, Thiruvananthapuram till 24.2.2021. Was the Chairman of the Supreme Court appointed Committee of the Sree Padmanabha Swami Temple, while serving as Principal District Judge, Thiruvananthapuram. Sworn in as Additional Judge of the High Court on 25.2.2021.
Dr. Justice Kauser Edappagth
Born on 25/5/1968, Justice Dr.Kauser Edappagath did his early education at M.M.Uloom U.P.School, Kannur, Government City High School, Kannur and Sir Syed College, Taliparamba. After graduating in law from the Government Law College, Calicut in 1990, he set up legal practice at his own district, Kannur. In 1997, he formed a Law Firm, MK Associates, along with Justice A.Muhamed Mustaque. In 1999, he took LLM in Law of Contracts from Mahatma Gandhi University, Kottayam, Kerala. The practice was extended to High Court as well in the year 2002. He has finished International Accredited Mediation Training Course conducted jointly by Mediation Council, U.K., ADR Chamber, U.K. and Hamline University, School of Law in association with Indian Institute of Arbitration and Mediation in 2005. ln 2009, he was directly recruited from the Bar as District and Sessions Judge. ln 2012, he was awarded Doctorate (Ph.D in Law) by the lndian Law Institute, New Delhi. He served as Additional District and Sessions Judge at Thiruvananthapuram, Additional District and Sessions Judge/Forest Tribunal at Kozhikode and as Special Judge, CBl/NIA and Principal District and Sessions Judge/STAT, Ernakulam. He has attended and presented paper in International Family Law Conference organized by the International Islamic University of Malaysia in 2007 at Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia. A number of his articles have appeared in leading publications. He has authored the book “Divorce and Gender Equity in Muslim Personal Law of India" published by Lexis Nexis in 2014. He was sworn in as Additional Judge of the High Court of Kerala on 25/2/2021.
Justice A. Badharudeen
Born on 29.05.1968 at Mylakkadu in Kollam District. Had schooling in Govt. L.P School, Mylakkadu, Panchayat U.P School, Mylakkadu and Govt. High School, Chathannur. After obtaining B.Sc Degree from the T.K.M College of Arts and Science, Kollam, secured LLB Degree as a student of the Govt. Law College, Thiruvananthapuram and practiced at Kollam. Dealt with cases in different branches of law, the area of prominent practice being in civil law and criminal law. Joined Kerala Higher Judicial Service as District & Sessions Judge in 2009. Served as Motor Accidents Claims Tribunal, Thalassery from 21.05.2009 to 17.05.2011, served as Additional District Judge/Additional Motor Accidents Claim Tribunal, Additional District & Sessions Court-II/Motor Accidents Claims Tribunal, Mavelikkara from 23.05.2011 to 19.03.2014, served as Addl. District and Sessions Judge, Additional District Court-I, Mavelikkara from 19.3.2014 to 12.05.2014, served as Addl. District and Sessions Judge, Additional District Court-II, Thiruvananthapuram from 21.5.2014 to 20.06.2016, served as Enquiry Commissioner and Special Judge, Thiruvananthapuram from 20.06.2016 to 31.05.2017, served as District and Sessions Judge, District & Sessions Court, Manjeri from 03.06.2017 to 11.01.2018, served as District and Sessions Judge, District & Sessions Court, Thrissur from 19.01.2018 to 15.10.2018 and served as District and Sessions Judge, District & Sessions Court, Alappuzha from 17.10.2018 to 24.06.2021. Sworn in as Additional Judge of the High Court on 25.06.2021.
Justice Mohammed Nias C. P.
Born on 16-04-1970. Obtained Law Degree from the Government Law College, Kozhikode. Enrolled on 29-01-1995. Started independent practice in the year 2003 primarily in the Constitutional Law. Civil, Criminal and Preventive Detention. Was the Standing Counsel for the institutions like Calicut University, State Co-operative Union, Kerala State Rubber Co-operative Union (RUBCO) and Greater Cochin Development Authority.
Justice Viju Abraham
Born on 11-09-1972. Obtained Law Degree from Government Law College, Ernakulam. Started practice in the year 1996. Served as Government Pleader (2004 to 2007) and Senior Government Pleader (2011 to 2016) in the High Court. Sworn-in as Additional Judge of the High Court of Kerala on 13-08-2021.
Justice Basant Balaji
BORN ON 28/05/1972 AT THIRUVANANTHAPURAM TO U. BALAJI (LATE) AND JUSTICE. D SREEDEVI (LATE). FINISHED SECONDARY SCHOOL FROM LOYOLA SCHOOL THIRUVANANTHAPURAM. COMPLETED PRE- DEGREE FROM MAR IVANIOS COLLEGE THIRUVANANTHAPURAM. JOINED 5 YEAR LLB COURSE AT KERALA LAW ACADEMY LAW COLLEGE, THIRUVANANTHAPURAM AND COMPLETED IN THE YEAR 1995. TOOK MASTERS DEGREE IN BUSINESS LAW FROM KERALA UNIVERSITY. ENROLLED AS AN ADVOCATE ON 19/11/1995. STARTED PRACTICE IN THE DISTRICT COURTS OF THIRUVANANTHAPURAM UNDER ADVOCATE G.S.RAGHUNATH. SHIFTED PRACTICE TO THE HIGH COURT OF KERALA DURING 1998, PRACTICED MAINLY CIVIL LAW, LAND ACQUISITION, FAMILY LAW, LAW RELATING TO CONTRACT, APPOINTED AS SENIOR GOVERNMENT PLEADER IN 2006 AND CONTINUED TILL 2011. STANDING COUNSEL FOR THE KERALA FINANCIAL CORPORATION AND ALSO PANEL ADVOCATE FOR LIFE INSURANCE CORPORATION OF INDIA. SWORN IN AS ADDITIONAL JUDGE OF HIGH COURT OF KERALA ON 08/10/2021.
Contact Address:
VYLRA-34
Vylopilli Lane, Azad Road
Kaloor,Kochi
682017
Phone:
Land Phone (Office) 0484-2562106
Land Phone (Residence) 0484-2339400
Justice C. Jayachandran
Born on 28/05/1972. Had Schooling at Vidyadhiraja Vidya Bhavan E.M. High School, Aluva; Pre-Degree at Union Christian College, Aluva; and Graduation at St Alberts College, Ernakulam. Obtained Law Degree from Kerala Law Academy Law College, Thiruvananthapuram and LLM Degree from School of Legal Thought, Kottayam (thro' distance education mode). Enrolled as Advocate in the year 1997. Practised under Adv.C.T.Joseph, a celebrated civil lawyer. Was the partner of Adv Reji George & Associates for 2 years and also practised with Adv.Parthasarathy for one year. Selected as District & Sessions Judge in the year 2011. Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Kerala with effect from 20.10.2021 (FN).
Contact Address:
'Lakshmi Vilas'
Chattukulam Road, East Kadungalloor,
Aluva
683102
Phone:
Land Phone (Office) 0484-2562306
Land Phone (Residence) 0484-2994440
Justice Sophy Thomas
Born on 13th February 1963 to late Eluvichira Sri.Mathew Thomas and Smt.Elikutty Thomas. Graduated in Law from Govt. Law College, Ernakulam and obtained LLM from M.G University. Practiced in lower courts at Thodupuzha for 3 ½ years. Entered into judicial service as Judicial Magistrate of Second Class, Mavelikkara. Served as Judicial First Class Magistrate, Mavelikkara, Munsiff, Perumbavoor and Additional Munsiff, Thrissur. Served as Judicial First Class Magistrate at Vaikom and Vadakara. Posted as Additional Sub Judge, Ernakuam in 2005. Served as Sub Judge, Muvattupuzha and Addl. District and Sessions Judge (Special Additional Sessions Court for the trial of Marad cases), Kozhikode. Appointed as Judge of Family Court, Ettumanoor in 2011. Served as Motor Accidents Claims Tribunal and District and Sessions Judge at Alappuzha, Posted as District and Sessions Judge, Thrissur in 2018. Thereafter served as Registrar General of High Court of Kerala from 27.05.2020. Sworn in as Additional Judge of the High Court of Kerala on 20th October 2021.
Assets and Liabilities
Contact Address:
Prannoy Villa
Thannikottil House, Near Mission School, Market Road
Tripunithura, Ernakulam
682301
Phone:
Land Phone (Office) 0484-2562804
Land Phone (Residence) 0484-2776232
Justice C. S. Sudha
Born on 09/10/1964 in Thiruvananthapuram. Educated at Kendriya Vidyalaya School, Pattom, Thiruvananthapuram. Obtained BA Economics from Mar Ivanios College, Thiruvananthapuram and LLB from Government Law College, Thiruvananthapuram. Enrolled as Advocate on 08/01/1989 and commenced practice at District Court, Thiruvananthapuram. Entered Judicial service in the year 1995, after having secured 1st rank in the selection process. Served in various capacities as Munsiff-Magistrate and Sub Judge/Asst.Sessions Judge. Served as Registrar, Cyber Appellate Tribunal, N' Delhi and thereafter as Assistant Controller of Investigation, O/o the Controller of Certifying Authority, Ministry of Communication & Information Technology, Govt. of India, N' Delhi, during 2010-2011. Promoted as District & Sessions Judge in 2012 and officiated as Addl.District & Sessions Judge in Kollam. In 2013, proceeded on deputation as Registrar, Competition Appellate Tribunal, N' Delhi and was appointed as Registrar, National Company Law Appellate Tribunal, N' Delhi in 2017. On repatriation, served as Spl. Judge, PoCSO, Palakkad and thereafter as Additional Director, Kerala Judicial Academy. Appointed as District & Sessions Judge/STAT, Ernakulam and assumed office as such on 24.05.2021. Sworn in as Additional Judge of the High Court of Kerala on 20.10. 2021.
Assets and Liabilities
Contact Address:
BSRRA 122A
Aishwarya Lane, Deshabhimani Road
Elamakkara,Kochi
682024
Phone:
Land Phone (Office) 0484-2562207
Land Phone (Residence) 0484-2996663
Justice P. G. Ajithkumar
Born on 04.06.1963. Obtained B.Sc. Degree from St.John's College, Anchal, LLB from Government Law College, Thiruvananthapuram and LLM from Annamalai University. Enrolled as an advocate in 1987 and started practice in Thiruvananthapuram. Entered service as a Magistrate in 1991 and became District Judge in 2011. Functioned as Deputy Director and Additional Director in the Kerala Judicial Academy and as Registrar (District Judiciary) in the High Court of Kerala. Sworn-in as Additional Judge of the High Court of Kerala on 20.10.2021.
Assets and Liabilities
Contact Address:
2/A, Sivam
Layam Road
Kochi
695541
Phone:
Land Phone (Office) 0484-2562706
Land Phone (Residence) 0484-2998546
JUSTICE SHOBA ANNAMMA EAPEN
Born on 19.01.1967 at Thoppumpady, Ernakulam District. Educated at Christava Mahilalayam, Aluva and St.Teresa's College, Ernakulam. Graduated from Sacred Heart College, Thevara. Obtained Law Degree from Government Law College, Ernakulam. Enrolled as an Advocate on 09.03.1991. Served as Senior Government Pleader (2011-2016) in the High Court of Kerala. Sworn in as Additional Judge of the High Court of Kerala on 18-05-2022.Justice Johnson John
Born on 29.04.1965 to late Sri. M.O. John and late Smt. Thankamma John. Graduated from St. Thomas College, Ranni and obtained Law Degree from SSL Jain College, Vidisha. Secured first rank for LLM from Cochin University of Science and Technology. Awarded V.N. Padmanabha Pillai Memorial Prize for Law. Qualified UGC test for eligibility for Lectureship in the subject of Law. Enrolled as Advocate in the year 1988 and started practice at Pathanamthitta as Junior to Adv. K. S. Sivakumar. Joined Kerala Judicial Service as Munsiff Magistrate on 18.08.1995 at Mananthavady. Served as Magistrate ,Chengannur, Munsiff, Kottayam, Munsiff, Thiruvalla, Magistrate, Kanjirappally, Sub Judge, Thodupuzha, Sub Judge, Chengannur, Additional District Judge, Mavelikkara, Additional District Judge, Thiruvananthapuram, Additional District Judge, Kottayam, Principal District Judge, Kalpetta. Sworn-in-as Additional Judge of the High Court on 25.10.2023.
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JUSTICE G. GIRISH
Born on 17.05.1967 to late Shri.K.R.Gopinathan Unnithan and Smt.T.Sathi Devi. Graduated from N.S.S College, Pandalam and obtained Law Degree from Government Law College, Thiruvananthapuram. Enrolled as an Advocate on 02.12.1990 and started practice at Adoor as Junior to Adv.Shri.N.Gopinathan Pillai. Entered into Kerala Judicial Service as Munsiff at Mavelikkara on 03.03.1997 and thereafter served as Munsiff-Magistrate, Peermade, Principal Munsiff, Nedumangad, Munsiff at Pala and Ranni, JFCM-1, Chengannur, Munsiff, Kayamkulam, Additional CJM (Economic Offences), Ernakulam and Principal Sub Judge, Kottayam. Got Promoted as District & Sessions Judge in 2014. Worked as Judge, Family Court at Kattappana, Addl.District & Sessions Judge at Neyyattinkara, Kottarakkara and Ernakulam. Posted as Principal District Judge, Thalassery in August, 2022. Transferred and posted as Principal District Judge, Thrissur in April 2023. Sworn-in as Additional Judge of the High Court of Kerala on 25th October, 2023.
JUSTICE C. PRATHEEP KUMAR
Born on 28.05.1964. Obtained B.Sc degree from Mahatma Gandhi College, Thiruvananthapuram and LLB and LL.M from Government Law College, Thiruvananthapuram. Enrolled as an Advocate on 17-12-1989. Served as Lecturer in Government Law College, Kozhikode (Evening) during 1993-1994. Entered in service as Munsiff-Magistrate in 1996. Promoted as District Judge in the year 2014 and thereafter, functioned as Principal DJ at Thalassery from April-2023 to May-2023 and as Principal DJ, Kozhikode from 01.06.2023 to 21.10.2023. Sworn in as Additional Judge of the High Court of Kerala on 25.10.2023.
Justice P.S. Dinesh Kumar
Hon'ble Mr. Justice P.S.Dinesh Kumar: Born on 25th February, 1962. Studied in National High School, National College and BMS College, Bengaluru. He was awarded National Merit Scholar Certificate in the High School.
Started Practice in the High Court of Karnataka in the year 1990 in the chambers of Hon'ble Mr.Justice Shivaraj. V. Patil, fromer judge, Supreme Court of India. Appointed as an Additional Central Government Standing Counsel in the year 1998 and as Senior Standing Counsel in the year 2003.
He has served as a Senior Panel Counsel for Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI), Senior Standing Counsel for BSNL, Union Public Service Commission (UPSC), University Grants Commission (UGC), All India Counsel for Technical Education (AICTE), National Counsel for Teacher Education (NCTE).
Served as Standing Counsel Karnataka State Power Transmission Corporation (KPTCL), Karnataka State Road Transport Corporation (KSRTC), Bangalore Electricity Supply Company (BESCOM), Bangalore Development Authority (BDA).
Has worked as a Mediator and a trainer in Mediation. Has appeared in several important cases in different High Courts and Supreme Court in matters concerning appointment of Director, CBI, Dis-investment of ITDC Hotels, Defamation case against the Union Finance Minister, Corruption cases against former Union Minister and former Chief Minister, Language Policy of the State etc., He has worked with distinguised law officers of the Country.
Appointed as an Additional Judge of the Karnataka High Court on 02.01.2015 and Permanent Judge on 30.12.2016.
Hon'ble Shri. Justice K.Somashekar: Born on 15.09.1963. Enrolled as an advocate on 27.01.1990 and practiced in Mysore and Chamarajanagar Districts on both Civil and Criminal sides. Directly appointed as District and Sessions Judge on 17.06.1998 and served as Additional Districts and Sessions Judge at Bijapur(Vijayapura); and City Civil Court, Bangalore and Principal District and Sessions Judge at Uttara Kannada, Karwar District; Hassan; Bangalore Rural District, Chitradurga and Principal City Civil and Sessions Judge, Bangalore and also served as Registrar Judicial and Registrar Vigilance, High Court of Karnataka. Appointed as an Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka on 14.11.2016 and Permanent Judge on 03.11.2018.
Justice Kottravva Somappa Mudagal
Hon'ble Justice Justice Kottravva Somappa Mudagal: Born on December 22, 1963. Obtained B'Com, LL.B. from Karnataka University, Dharwad. Joined legal profession on 6th July, 1988 as an Advocate at Dharwad and Bangalore. Appointed as District Judge on 17.06.1998. Sworn in as an Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka on 14th November, 2016 and Permanent Judge on 03.11.2018..
Justice Sreenivas Harish Kumar
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Sreenivas Harish Kumar: Born on 16th June, 1963. Enrolled as an advocate on 11.02.1987 and practiced independently at Chikkaballapur, City Civil Court and High Court of Karnataka, Bangalore on Civil side. Directly appointed as District and Sessions Judge on 27th May, 2002 and served as Additional Districts and Sessions Judge at Tumkuru; and City Civil Court, Bangalore and Principal District and Sessions Judge at Bidar, Chitradurga, Bangalore Rural Districts. And also served as Director Karnataka Judicial Academy, Bengaluru. Appointed as an Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka on 14.11.2016 and Permanent Judge on 03.11.2018.
Dr. Justice H. B. Prabhakara Sastry
Hon'ble Dr. Justice Hosur Bhujangaraya Prabhakara Sastry: Born on 04.04.1962 at Davangere. Completed Law Degree at R L Law College, Davangere. Obtained MA and LLM degrees from Bengaluru University and Ph.D from National Law School of Indian University. Enrolled as an Advocate in the year 1991 and practiced at various Courts at Bengaluru and other places and also served as Standing Counsel for undefended accused in the Sessions Court of Bengaluru Rural District.
Appointed as District and Sessions Judge on 27.05.2002 and served at Kalaburgi, Bengaluru, Bagalkot, Chikballapur and Tumkur and also served for a short period as Registrar in the Registry of Supreme Court of India. Appointed as Additional Judge of the Karnataka High Court on 21-02-2017 and Permanent Judge on 03.11.2018.
Justice Dixit Krishna Shripad
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Dixit Krishna Shripad: Born on 20th July 1964. Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and took oath on 14.02.2018 and Permanent Judge on 07.01.2020.
Justice Shankar Ganapathi Pandit
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Shankar Ganapathi Pandit: Born on 16th November 1965. Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and took oath on 14.02.2018 and Permanent Judge on 07.01.2020.
Justice R. Devdas
Hon'ble Mr. Justice R Devdas: Born on 15th May 1969. Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and took oath on 14.02.2018 and Permanent Judge on 07.01.2020.
Justice B. M. Shyam Prasad
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Bhotanhosur Mallikarjuna Shyam Prasad: Born on 8th January 1971. Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and took oath on 14.02.2018 and Permanent Judge on 07.01.2020.
Justice Siddappa Sunil Dutt Yadav
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Siddappa Sunil Dutt Yadav: Born on 3rd August 1972. Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and took oath on 14.02.2018 and Permanent Judge on 07.01.2020.
Justice Mohammad Nawaz
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Mohammad Nawaz: Born on 22nd May 1965. Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and took oath on 02.06.2018 and Permanent Judge on 26.02.2020.
Justice Harekoppa Thimmana Gowda Narendra Prasad
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Harekoppa Thimmana Gowda Narendra Prasad: Born on 1st June 1966. Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and took oath on 02.06.2018 and Permanent Judge on 26.02.2020.
Justice Hethur Puttaswamygowda Sandesh
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Hethur Puttaswamygowda Sandesh: Born on 02-12-1964. Appointed as Additional Judge of the Karnataka High Court on 03.11.2018 and Permanent Judge on 26.02.2020.
Justice Krishnan Natarajan
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Krishnan Natarajan: Born on 05-11-1964. Appointed as Additional Judge of the Karnataka High Court on 03.11.2018 and Permanent Judge on 26.02.2020.
Justice S.R. Krishna Kumar
Hon'ble Mr. Justice S.R. Krishna Kumar: Born on 07.05.1970. Graduated LL.B. at University Law College, Bangalore. Enrolled as an Advocate on 29.08.1992.
From 1992 to till date - Practiced as an Advocate in the High Court of Karnataka as well as Civil Courts, Criminal Courts and Tribunals.
Practiced on all types of Civil Cases, Criminal Cases, Writ Petitions/Appeals, Arbitration Cases, Company Cases, Motor Vehicle Cases, Matrimonial Cases and Consumer Disputes.
Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and taken oath on 23.09.2019 and Permanent Judge on 01.03.2021.
Justice Ashok S. Kinagi
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Ashok S. Kinagi: Born on 01.01.1970. Enrolled as an Advocate in the year 1995. Practiced in High Court of Karnakata, Kalaburagi Bench from 2008 to till date.
Practiced in the field of Civil, Land Acquisition and Service Matters etc,.
Panel Advocate - Hyderabad Karnataka Education Society, Gulbarga, Khaja Banda Nawaj Education Society, Gulbarga, Alstom Project India Limited, Shahabad, ACC, Wadi, Karnataka State Financial Corporation, Karnataka State Industrial and Development Board, Ganesh Co-Operative Bank, Gulbarga, Punjab National Bank, Gulbarga, Hutti Goldmines, Hutti, Dist. Raichur, The Karnataka Power Transmission Corporation Limited.
Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and taken oath on 23.09.2019 and Permanent Judge on 01.03.2021.
Justice Suraj Govindaraj
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Suraj Govindaraj: Born on 14.05.1973. Graduated LL.B(Hons) at NLSIU. Enrolled as an Advocate on 23.06.1995.
Practiced in the field of Civil, Commercial Litigation, Contracts, Property Law, Arbitration, Company Law, Intellectual Property Rights, Constitution Matters, Debt Recovery, Environmental Law, Revenue Matters under local land laws, Consumer Law, RERA etc.,
Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and taken oath on 23.09.2019 and Permanent Judge on 01.03.2021.
Justice Sachin Shankar Magadum
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Sachin Shankar Magadum: Born on 05.05.1972. Graduated LL.B. at R.L. Law College, Belagavi. Enrolled as an Advocate on 31.10.1998. Practiced at Chikodi from 1998 to 2001.
From 03/07/2001 to June 2008 practiced at High Court of Karnataka, Bengaluru, in the field of Civil, Criminal and Constitutional Matters. After establishment of Circuit Bench at Dharwad shifted practice to High Court of Karnataka, Bench at Dharwad. Appeared before the Karnataka Appellate Tribunal and other Tribunals, and also before Karnataka State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission and stood as Standing Counsel for National Highways Authority of India and Karnataka Institute of Medical Sciences, Hubbali.
Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and taken oath on 23.09.2019 and Permanent Judge on 01.03.2021.
Justice Neranahalli Srinivasan Sanjay Gowda
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Neranahalli Srinivasan Sanjay Gowda: Born on 15.02.1967. Enrolled as an Advocate on 31.08.1989.
Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and taken oath on 11.11.2019.
Justice Jyoti Mulimani
Hon'ble Miss. Justice Jyoti Mulimani: Born on 15.08.1968. Enrolled as an Advocate on 31.07.1992.
Handled all types of Civil Cases. Hindu Law, Probate, Company, Arbitration. Constitutional, Tax & Tariff. Electricity, Education, Service, Motor Vehicles, and Excise matters.
Served as a Mediator and Trainer in Bengaluru Mediation Centre for the past 12 years.
Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and taken oath on 11.11.2019.
Justice Rangaswamy Nataraj
Born on 14.03.1970. Enrolled as an Advocate on 08.09.1992.
Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and taken oath on 11.11.2019 and Permanent Judge on 08.09.2021.
Justice Hemant Chandangoudar
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Hemant Chandangoudar: Born on 28.09.1969. Enrolled as an Advocate on 11.02.1994.
Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and taken oath on 11.11.2019.
Justice Pradeep Singh Yerur
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Pradeep Singh Yerur: Born on 21.06.1970. Enrolled as an Advocate on 30.05.1997.
Practiced in the field of Constitutional law, Labour Laws, Company Laws, Intellectual Property, Penal Laws, Banking Laws, Negotiable Instrument Laws, Property Laws, Consumer Protection Laws, Service law, House Rent Laws, Family Laws, Land Acquisition, Economic Offence Laws, Education Law before High Court of Karnataka, Punjab and Haryana High Court and Supreme Court of India.
Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and taken oath on 11.11.2019.
Justice Mahesh Nagaprasanna
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Mahesh Nagaprasanna: Born on 23.03.1971.
Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and taken oath on 26.11.2019.
Justice Maralur Indrakumar Arun
Hon'ble Shri. Justice Maralur Indrakumar Arun: Born on 24.04.1970. Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and taken oath on 07.01.2020.
Justice Engalaguppe Seetharamaiah Indiresh
Hon'ble Shri. Justice Engalaguppe Seetharamaiah Indiresh: Born on 16.04.1972. Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and taken oath on 07.01.2020.
Justice Ravi Venkappa Hosmani
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Ravi Venkappa Hosmani: Born on 29.07.1971. Enrolled as an Advocate on 07.07.1995 at Bengaluru. Started practice before the High Court of Karnataka at Bangalore both on the Original and Appellate stages in Writ Jurisdiction as well as on the Civil Appellate side. Also appeared before the Trial Courts, Appellate Authorities, Tribunals etc. And from July 2008 practised before the High Court of Karnataka Dharwad Bench. Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and taken oath on 07.01.2020.
Justice Savanur Vishwajith Shetty
Hon'ble Shri. Justice Savanur Vishwajith Shetty: Born on 19.05.1967. Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and taken oath on 28.04.2020.
JUSTICE Lalitha Kanneganti
Hononourable Smt. Justice Lalitha Kanneganti hails from a reputed family of Cheruvu Jammulapalem Village, Bapatla Mandal, Guntur District. Born to late Sri Kommineni Ankamma Choudary and Smt. Amareswari. Her Lordship did schooling from St. Theresa s, Erragadda, Intermediate from Nagarjuna Junior College, S.R.Nagar, Graduation in Arts from Sarojini Naidu Vanita Mahavidyalaya, Nampally, Hyderabad, Law degree from Padala Rami Reddy Law College, Osmania University, Hyderabad. Her lordship stint as a law student saw innumerable accolades for outstanding academic achievements. Her Lordship enrolled as an Advocate on 28.12.1994 in the composite Bar Council of Andhra Pradesh and commenced practice by joining the chambers of Sri M.R.K. Choudary, Sri K.Harinath and Sri O.Manohar Reddy and developed independent practice within a short span of time. Her Lordship practiced in all areas of law including Civil, Criminal, Constitutional, Taxation, Service, Non-Service, Motor Accident Claims and Matrimonial Cases. Her Lordship was the Standing Counsel for Agriculture Market Committees, English and Foreign Languages University, Tirumala Tirupati Devasthanams, Endowments, Sri Venkateswara Vedic University, Sri Venkateswara Institute of Medical Sciences (SVIMS) and Sanskrit University, Tirupati. Married to Sri K. Vijay Prasad and blessed with a son Mr. Gautam and a daughter Ms. Maanasa. Her Lordship has been elevated as a Judge to the Bench of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh on 02.05.2020, thereafter transferred to the High Court for the State of Telangana and assumed charge as such on 15-Nov-2021.
On transfer to the High Court of Karnataka, Her Lordship took oath on 28.07.2023
Justice Makkimane Ganeshaiah Uma
Hon'ble Mrs. Justice Makkimane Ganeshaiah Uma: Born on 10.03.1964. Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and taken oath on 04.05.2020.
Justice Vedavyasachar Srishananda
Born on 29.03.1966. Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and taken oath on 04.05.2020 and Permanent Judge on 25.09.2021.
Justice Hanchate Sanjeevkumar
Hon'ble Shri. Justice Hanchate Sanjeevkumar: Born on 1305.1971. Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and taken oath on 04.05.2020 and Permanent Judge on 25.09.2021.
Justice Rajendra Badamikar
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Rajendra Badamikar: Born on 01.06.1962. Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and taken oath on 25.03.2021.
Justice Khazi Jaibunnisa Mohiuddin
Hon'ble Ms. Justice Khazi Jaibunnisa Mohiuddin: Born on 08.10.1963. Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and taken oath on 25.03.2021.
Dr. Justice Chillakur Sumalatha
Dr. Chillakur Sumalatha born as eldest daughter to late Sri Chillakuri Venkata Subbaiah and late Smt. Lakshmi Prasanna, obtained her Law degree securing Gold Medal in Constitutional Law, and thereafter practiced as an Advocate for ten years. With an intention to serve as Judicial Officer, competed and got selected as District Judge in the year 2007. Worked in different levels at different places. Also served as Principal District Judge, Kurnool, Principal District Judge, Guntur, Director of Judicial Academy, Hyderabad and Chief Judge, City Civil Court, Hyderabad. Acquired Masters Degree in Constitutional Law and did research on the topic Right to Speedy Justice in India A Critical Analysis and obtained Doctorate in Law. Elevated as Permanent Judge of the High Court for the State of Telangana and assumed charge on 15th October, 2021. She was transferred as a Judge of Karnataka High Court and assumed office on 23.11.2023.
Justice Anant Ramanath Hegde
Born on 7th March 1971 at Sirsi in North Kanara District of Karnataka State. Completed law in June 1994 from University College of Law, Dharwad. Commenced practice in Sirsi courts in July 1994 under the guidance of grandfather A. M. Hegde and father R. A. Hegde. On establishment of High Court Bench in Dharwad, from 2008, started practice in High Court Bench at Dharwad. Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and taken oath on 08.11.2021.
Justice Siddaiah Rachaiah
Enrolled as an Advocate on 24th January, 1998 and joined the office of N.M. Swamy Advocate as a trainee Advocate and completed the training successfully and re – enrolled on 29th January 1999.
Thereafter joined the office of Mr. M.R. Srinivas, Advocate and practiced with him till 2002. Started independent practice in different fields such as Criminal, Civil, labour, Co-Operative matters, Service matters and also Constitutional matters.
On 3rd December 2015, joined office of the Advocate General as a High Court Govt. Pleader. Later worked in the office of State Public Prosecutor on criminal side. Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and taken oath on 08.11.2021.
Justice K S Hemalekha
Born on 28th March 1975 at Belgaum to Late Sreedharan who was serving in Airforce and Late Chandramati who was homemaker. Passed S.S.L.C. from Divine Providence Convent School, Belgaum in the year 1990. Awarded with Student of Indian Classical Dance and practised Bharatanatyam, Kathak and folk Dance forms since the age of 6 years and completed 2 exams in the field of dance. Obtained Bachelors Degree in Commerce from Gogte College of Commerce, Belgaum in the year 1996 and Law Degree from Raja Lakhamgouda Law College, Belgaum in the year 1999. Enrolled as an advocate on 31st July 1999. Practiced as an advocate from 1999 to 2000 in the chambers of Sri Ashok M. Potdar, Advocate at Belgaum and continued practice from 2000 to 2008 in the chambers of Sri G. Balakrishna Shastry, Advocate at Bangalore practiced before Hon’ble High Court. In 2008 established independent office and practiced as an advocate in High Court of Karnataka, Dharwad Bench. Appeared before Civil Court, Magistrate Courts, Administrative Tribunal, Appellate Tribunal, Land Tribunals, State Commission and District court. Practiced in the areas of Civil, Service, Land Laws and other allied laws. Appointed as Central Govt. Standing Counsel in March 2018. Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and taken oath on 08.11.2021.
Justice C M Poonacha
Hon'ble Mr. Justice C M Poonacha: Born on 06th April 1974. Completed Law from University Law College, Bangalore and enrolled as an Advocate in October 1997.
Joined the chambers of Sri.S.K.V. Chalapathy, Senior Advocate and later his father Sri C. M. Monnappa, Advocate. Co-founded a law firm 'Lexplexus' in August 2001. Handled various matters before the District Courts, High Court of Karnataka and Supreme Court of India as well as before various Forums and Tribunals as also numerous Arbitration matters.
Represented various Government Entities, Banks, Insurance Companies and other institutions apart from private clientele. Empanelled with the Karnataka State Legal Services Authority, High Court of Karnataka since 2015.
Appointed as Addl. Government Advocate, High Court of Karnataka in August 2020.
Appointed as Additional Judge, High Court of Karnataka and taken oath on 13.06.2022.
Justice Anil Bheemsen Katti
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Anil Bheemsen Katti: Born on 17.04.1962. Native of Belagavi. Enrolled as Advocate and practiced at Belagavi. Appointed as Munsiff on 08.02.1995. Appointed as District Judge on 27.06.2009. Served as Prl. Judge, Family Court at Davanagere, Bengaluru and as Prl. District & Sessions Judge, Bagalkot and Prl. City Civil & Sessions Judge, Bengaluru. Sworn-in as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka on 16.08.2022.
Justice C M Joshi
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Chandarashekar Mrutyunjaya Joshi: Born on 24.01.1964. Native of Hubballi. Enrolled as Advocate and practiced at Hubballi. Appointed as Munsiff on 08.02.1995. Appointed as District Judge on 06.07.2009. Served as Deputy Secretary, Karnataka State Legal Services Authority, Central Project Co-ordinator (Computers), Registrar (Computers) at High Court of Karnataka and as Prl. District & Sessions Judge, Udupi, Belagavi & Prl. City Civil & Sessions Judge, Bengaluru. Sworn-in as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka on 16.08.2022.
Justice Umesh Manjunathbhat Adiga
Justice T G Shivashankare Gowda
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Talkad Girigowda Shivashankare Gowda: Born on 01.02.1963. Native of Talakad, T. Narasipura Taluk, Mysore District.. Enrolled as Advocate and practiced at Srirangapatna. Appointed as Munsiff on 08.02.1995. Appointed as District Judge on 06.07.2009. Served as Prl. District & Sessions Judge at U.K. Karwar. Served as Central Project Co-ordinator (Computers), Registrar (Computers) and Registrar General at High Court of Karnataka. Sworn-in as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka on 16.08.2022.
Justice Ramachandra Dattatray Huddar
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Venkatesh Naik Thavaryanaik: Born on 01.06.1975. Native of Chitradurga. Completed B.A.L., L.L.B., from SJM Law College, Chitradurga and secured 3rd Rank. Obtained L.L.M. from Kuvempu University, Shivamogga. Enrolled as Advocate and practiced at Chitradurga. Appointed as District Judge on 02.01.2012. Served as Registrar (Administration) at High Court. Worked at Prl. Secretary to Government, Law Department. Worked as Prl. District & Sessions Judge, Udupi & Bengaluru Rural District.
Sworn-in as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka on 24.01.2023.
Justice Vijaykumar Adagouda Patil
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Vijaykumar Adagouda Patil: Born on 14.10.1975. Native of Shedbal, Kagawad Tq, Belgaum District. Completed primary & secondary education at native place. Obtained B.A. degree from Shivananda College, Kagawad. Graduated in Law from University Law College, Dharwad. Completed LL.M. from Post Graduate Department of Studies in Law, Karnatak University, Dharwad & secured 2nd rank. Enrolled as Advocate on 16.07.1999 and practiced at Bengaluru, joined the chambers of Hon'ble Shri Justice Ashok B. Hinchigeri. Practiced in various branches of Law. Worked as High Court Government Pleader & Addl. Government Advocate for a period of 11 years. During the practice, represented as Standing Council for KIADB, Karnataka Slum Development Board, Karnataka Rural Infrastructure Development Corporation & Mysore Urban Development Authority. Worked as Honorary Lecturer at Sheshadripuram Law College and KLE Society's Law College, Bengaluru.
Sworn-in as Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka on 09.02.2023.
Justice Rajesh Rai Kallangala
Born on 01.06.1974. Completed primary education at Kepu & secondary education & PUC at Vitla. Completed Degree from St. Philomina's College. Completed LL.B., from Vivekananda Law College, Puttur. Enrolled as Advocate in 1999 and practiced in the office of Sri G. Balakrishna Shastri and Sri Younus Ali Khan. Later joined the office of Hon'ble shri Justice John Michael D'Cunha. Worked as Government Pleader for 2 years. Served as Central Government Senior Panel Counsel for 6 years. Functioned as Special Public Prosecutor for Enforcement Directorate, and Narcotics Control Bureau. Served as Panel Advocate for BDA. Practiced mainly on criminal side.Appointed as an Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka on 09.02.2023.
Justice K V Aravind
Born on 12.07.1977. Native of Dodda Kurubarahally, Kolar Taluk and District. Graduated in law from University Law College, Bengaluru. Enrolled as an Advocate on 04.08.2000. Served as Jr. Standing Counsel for Income Tax Department from 2004 to 2012 and as Senior Standing Counsel from 2012 till elevation, Served as Senior Standing Counsel for Central Excise, Customs and Central GST from 2016 to 2020.
Appointed as an Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka on 25.10.2023.
Chief Justice Ravi Malimath
(DoB.25.05.1962)
Term of Office: (DoA)14.10.2021 to (DoR)24.05.2024
Born on 25.05.1962 in one of the most respected families of Karnataka. His paternal grandfather late Justice S.S. Malimath was a freedom-fighter and a pioneer in the struggle for the unification of Karnataka. He rendered yeoman service to the State as Chairman of the Inter-State Border Dispute Committee concerning the districts of Belgaum and Kasargod. He was one of the first two judges to be appointed as a Judge of the High Court of Mysore (now Karnataka).
His maternal grandfather late Dr. S.C. Nandimath was an acclaimed scholar in Theology, Linguistics, Epigraphy, Sanskrit and Kannada. He was conferred with a Doctorate by the University of London on the subject “Theology of the Saivaagamas”. He dedicated his life to the cause of education and established various educational institutions in the backward areas of Northern Karnataka. He was an eminent Professor and a Principal, who, subsequently, became the Vice Chancellor of Karnatak University.
His father late Dr. Justice V.S. Malimath is recognised as one of the finest Chief Justices ever. He was an eminent Chief Justice of the High Court of Karnataka and, later on, of Kerala. He has made monumental contributions for reformation of the legal system. He was Chairman of the Arrears Committee, Chairman of the Committee on the Reforms in Criminal Justice System, etc.
Justice Ravi Malimath graduated in Commerce from M.E.S. College, Bangalore and completed his Law Degree from Sri Jagadguru Renukacharya College of Law. Thereafter, he joined the chambers of Sri Shivraj Patil, who was, later on, elevated as a Judge of the High Court of Karnataka and, thereafter, as a Judge of the Supreme Court of India. He had practiced in all fields of law such as Constitutional, Civil, Criminal, Labour and Service. He was appointed as an Additional Judge of the High Court of Karnataka on 18.02.2008 and as a Permanent Judge on 17.02.2010. Many landmark judgments were delivered by him. As a Judge of the High Court of Karnataka from 18.02.2008 to 02.03.2020, he has delivered final judgments in 44,886 cases. The statistics indicate that this is one of the highest number of disposals in the State. As a Judge of the High Court of Karnataka, he worked very effectively as the Administrative Judge of many districts. He chaired various Administrative Committees. He was the President of the Bangalore Mediation Centre from 01.05.2017 to 26.01.2018. He was the President of the Karnataka Judicial Academy from 27.11.2018 to 12.01.2020. He was the Executive Chairman of the Karnataka State Legal Services Authority from 06.10.2019 to 04.03.2020. He was transferred as a Judge of the High Court of Uttarakhand and was administered oath on 05.03.2020. He was appointed as the Executive Chairman of the Uttarakhand State Legal Services Authority w.e.f. 13.05.2020. He was appointed as the Acting Chief Justice of the High Court of Uttarakhand w.e.f. 28.07.2020. Various reforms for the betterment of the judiciary in Uttarakhand were undertaken. In a short span of 149 days, he has rendered final judgments in 1501 cases.
He was transferred and took oath as a Judge of the High Court of Himachal Pradesh on 07.01.2021. He was appointed as the Executive Chairman of the Himachal Pradesh State Legal Services Authority on 25.02.2021. He assumed charge of the office of Chief Justice (Acting) w.e.f. 01.07.2021.
A number of reforms were introduced on the judicial as well as the administrative side. New courts of Civil Judges were opened at Jhandutta in District Bilaspur and at Jaisinghpur in District Kangra. The Court of Additional District and Sessions Judge at Sarkaghat, District Mandi was also opened. Foundation stone of a new Judicial Courts Complex at Arki, District Solan was also laid.
Promotion matters relating to District Judiciary which were lying pending have also been cleared. Rules have also been approved for filling up vacancies in District Judiciary. Physical hearings were resumed in the High Court as well as in the Trial Courts throughout the state w.e.f. 09.08.2021. In 105 working days of the Court he disposed 1,511 main cases. More importantly 29 cases which are more than 10 years old and 128 cases which are more than five years old were disposed off during this period.
He was elevated and transferred as the Chief Justice of High Court of Madhya Pradesh and took oath of office on 14.10.2021.
Justice Sheel Nagu
HON'BLE SHRI JUSTICE SHEEL NAGU, B.Com., LL.B.
(DoB.01.01.1965)
Term of Office: (DoA)27.05.2011 to (DoR) 31.12.2026
Born on January 1, 1965. Enrolled as Advocate on October 5, 1987. Practised on Civil and Constitutional sides in the High Court of Madhya Pradesh at Jabalpur.
Appointed as Judge of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh on May 27, 2011 and Permanent Judge on May 23rd 2013.
Justice Sujoy Paul
HON'BLE SHRI JUSTICE SUJOY PAUL, B.Com., M.A.(ECO.), LL.B.
(DoB.21.06.1964)
Term of Office: (DoA)27.05.2011 to (DoR)20.06.2026
Born on June 21, 1964. Enrolled as Advocate on year 1990. Practised on Civil , Constitutional sides and Service matters in the High Court of Madhya Pradesh at Jabalpur.
Appointed as Judge of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh on May 27, 2011 and permanent Judge on April 14, 2014.
Justice Rohit Arya
HON'BLE SHRI JUSTICE ROHIT ARYA, B.A., LL.B.
(DoB.28.04.1962)
Term of Office: (DoA)12.09.2013 to (DoR)27/04/2024
Justice Rohit Arya, Judge High Court of Madhya Pradesh Gwalior Bench, Sworn in as Judge of the High Court on 12-09-2013 and Permanent Judge on 26-03-2015. Date Of Birth 28-04-1962, Enrolled in the year August 1984 as an advocate, Designated as Senior Advocate on 26th Aug, 2003 by the High Court of Madhya Pradesh. Practiced for more than 29 yrs. in the field of civil laws, commercial (corporate fiduciary, etc.), arbitration (international/domestic), administrative, service, labour laws, tax laws, represented various individuals and bodies, viz., Central Govt., SBI, Telecom Deptt., BSNL, Employees - State Insurance Corporation, Income Tax Department.
Areas of Practice-
Civil Laws
Service & Labor Laws
Constitutional Law
Administrative Law
Taxation Laws
Corporate and Commercial Law
Arbitration (International / Domestic)
Appellate Civil Litigation (High Court & Supreme Court)
Professional Experience-
2007 onwards Empanelled as a Senior Panel Counsel for the State of Madhya Pradesh in the Supreme Court of India.
1999- 2012 Standing Counsel for the Income Tax Deptt. in M.P. High Court.
2009-2012 Sr. Standing Counsel for Income Tax Deptt. In State of Chhattisgarh.
1994 - 2000 Standing Counsel, Central Govt. in Central Administrative tribunal.
2003-2013 Standing Counsel for Bharat Sanchar Nigam Ltd. in M.P. High Court / Central Administrative Tribunal, Jabalpur Bench.
1991 - 2003 Represented the Telecom Department in M.P. High Court / Central Administrative Tribunal, Jabalpur Bench
Represented various Banks
Appointed as Judge of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh on September 16, 2013 and Permanent Judge on March 26, 2015.
Justice Atul Sreedharan
HON'BLE SHRI JUSTICE ATUL SREEDHARAN, B.A (History) LL.B
(DoB.24/05/1966)
Term of Office: (DoA)07/04/2016 to (DoR)23/05/2028
Born on May 24th,1966, Joined the Chamber of Mr. Gopal Subramanium, Sr. Advocate in 1992 at Delhi read in his chamber till 1997. During this period I assisted him in several , Civil and Criminal matters before the Supreme Court of India, High Court of Delhi and the Trial Court at Delhi.
From 1997 to December 2000 practiced independently at Delhi.
Shifted to Indore in the year 2001 and have been practicing independently and continuously before the Indore bench of the Madhya Pradesh High Court. Have also been closely associated with Mr. Satyendra Kumar Vyas, Senior Advocate at Indore. I have also, independently handled criminal and a few civil cases before the Trial Court and High Court, service matters and writ petitions before the High Court and also cases medical negligence before the consumer forums. On the panel of the Madhya Pradesh Housing Board since 04 /10/02 to 2012.
Represented the State of Madhya Pradesh as Panel Advocate before the High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Bench at Indore from 2001 to 2003.
Represented the State of Madhya Pradesh as a Government Advocate before the High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Bench at Indore, from October'03 to February'04. On the panel of the Kendriya Vidyalaya .Sangathan from the year 2004 till July 2012.
Appointed as Central Government Counsel on 19/09/05 to appear in cases on behalf of the Union of India till 19/09/08. Appointed as Central Government Counsel (Senior Panel) on 19/02 /10 to appear in cases on behalf of the Union of India till 19/02/13.
Appointed as Judge of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh on April 7th, 2016 and Permanent Judge on March 17, 2018.
Justice Sushrut Arvind Dharmadhikari
HON'BLE SHRI JUSTICE SUSHRUT ARVIND DHARMADHIKARI
(DoB.08.07.1966)
Term of Office: (DoA)07/04/2016 to (DoR)07/07/2028
Born on July 8, 1966 at Raipur. Practiced in Civil, Criminal and Constitutional Branches of law. Having Experience of 24 years as an Advocate in the High Court of M.P. at Jabalpur.
Appointed as Judge of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh on April 7th, 2016 and Permanent Judge on March 17, 2018.
Professional Experience-
Joined the Profession as a Junior to Shri Y.S. Dharmadhikari, Senior Advocate (Ex Advocate General of M.P.) in the High Court of M.P. at Jabalpur in 1992. Was Standing Counsel for Union of India since 2000 till 2015, Income tax Department, Reserve Bank of India, Senior Standing Counsel for Central excise, District Central Cooperative Bank, Hoshangabad, Various Public Sector Undertakings, Kendriya Vidyalaya Sangathan, B.S.N.L., Welfare Commissioner, Bhopal Gas Victim.
Justice Vivek Rusia
HON'BLE HRI JUSTICE VIVEK RUSIA, B.Sc., L.L.B.
(DoB.02.08.1969)
Term of Office: (DoA)07/04/2016 to (DoR)01/08/2031
Born on 2.8.1969 at Jabalpur .After obtaining the degrees of B.Sc. and LL,B, he was enrolled as an Advocate by State Bar Council of Madhya Pradesh w.e.f. 8.8.1992. His father Late Prabhakar Rusia was Senior Advocate of High Court of Madhya Pradesh Jabalpur. He started his practice as associate advocate in the office of Late Shri P. Sadashivan Nair,Sr Advocate Snit. Indira Nair Sr. Advocate and Shri Rajendra Menon now Administrative judge of High Court of Madhya Pradesh.
He started his independent practice in the year 1998 and was soon taken in the panel of Coal India Ltd., South Eastern Coalfields Limited, Western Coal Field Limited, Northern Coal Field Limited, Madhya Pradesh Poorv Kshetra Vidyut Vitaran Company Ltd.,Madhya Pradesh Power Generating Co. Ltd.,M.P. Power Management Company Limited, M.P. Power Transmission Company, Madhya Pradesh Housing & Infrastructure Development Board ,M.P.Laghu Udyog Nigam, Nagar Panchayat Shakpura/Mundi , Jila Sahakari Krishi 8i Gramin Vikas Bank Mydt. Panna / Sidki / Satna (M.P.), Cantonment Board Jabalpur (From 1998 to 2008) Jabalpur Development Authority (From 2000 to 2004)
He was appointed as standing counsel of Government of India for a period of three years to appear on behalf of Union of India in cases before the High Court of M.P. at Jabalpur.
He has practiced in Civil, Criminal, Constitution, Service, Revenue, Taxation, Arbitration etc. matters before the High Court of Madhya Pradesh.
He was elected as Joint Secretary of High Court Advocates Bar Association Jabalpur He was also life member of High Court as well as District Bar Association, Jabalpur.
Appointed as Judge of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh on April 7th, 2016 and Permanent Judge on March 17, 2018.
Justice Anand Pathak
HON'BLE SHRI JUSTICE ANAND PATHAK, MA.(History), LLB
(DoB.18.07.1968)
Term of Office: (DoA)07/04/2016 to (DoR)17/07/2030
Born on July 18, 1968 at Chhatarpur, Madhya Pradesh. Practiced Civil, Constitutional, Revenue, Criminal, Contractual, Service matters at High Court of Madhya Pradesh.
Appointed as Judge of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh on April 7th, 2016 and Permanent Judge on March 17, 2018.
Professional Experience-
(i) Worked as Government Advocate in Advocate General's Office from year 2005-2009,
(ii) Appeared regularly as Counsel for Western Railway, Indian Railway Catering and Tourism Corporation, Employees Provident Fund, M.P. Power Transmission Company Limited, Hindustan Lever, ICICI, HDFC, Vikram University, etc.,
(iii) Participated and sat as Member in 'continuous and permanent Lok Adalat as well as in National Lok Adalat for 7-8 years,
(iv) Appeared as counsel in some important Public Interest Litigations where the cause of Public at Large had been canvassed,
(v) Recipient of National Merit Scholarship in Graduation and a Meritorious Student in M.A. (History),
(vi) Undertook Private Pilot License (PPL Course) from Flying Club on Scholarship,
(vii) Keen sports person. Participated in Cricket (National Level), Hockey and Volleyball (State Level and College Level),
(viii) Secretary, High Court Bar Association, Indore for session 2010-11 (Golden Jubilee Year of High Court Bar, Indore),
(ix) Writer of several articles on different subjects and frequent Lecturer at different Law Colleges at Indore and at different Educational/Social Cultural Organizations, and
(x) Life Member, Indian Institute of Public Administration, New Delhi.
Justice Nandita Dubey
HON'BLE SMT. JUSTICE NANDITA DUBEY, M.A. (ECO), L.L.B.
(DoB. 17/09/1961)
Term of Office: (DoA)07/04/2016 to (DoR)16/09/2023
Born on September 17, 1961 Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh. Practiced Civil, Criminal and Constitution matters at High Court of Madhya Pradesh.
Well conversant with various Indian Laws, legal practices and procedures. As an Advocate, independently appearing before the High Court, District Level Courts and also at various Tribunals/Commissions, etc., & successfully dealing with, and having ample knowledge of various laws, practices and procedures especially in the following areas
Constitutional matters including the Writ Petitions under Article 226 & 227 of the Constitution of India.
Debts-recovery related matters for Banks & Financial Institutions like The Recovery of Debts Due to Banks & Financial institutions Act (DRT), The Banking Regulation Act, The State Financial Corporations Act, The Negotiable Instruments Act, The Sick Industrial Companies Act, etc., specialising in the SARFAESI Act .
Civil matters including the Civil Procedure Code, MP Land Revenue Code, The Arbitration &.Conciliation Act, Consumer Protection Act, Partnership Act, Indian Succession Act, The Contract Act, MP Accommodation Control Act, etc.
Criminal matters including The Criminal Procedure Code and The Indian Penal Code, The Evidence Act
Various Corporate matters including The Companies Act, Income-Tax, Commercial Tax Act, Excise, etc. Industrial & Labour matters including The Industrial Disputes Act, MP Industrial Relations Act, etc.
Standing Counsel
IFCI Ltd, MP Housing Board, HDFC Bank, Union Bank, Tata Motors Finance Ltd, Tata Motors Ltd CITI Financials, KS Oils Ltd, TVS Motors Ltd, Indiabulls Financials Ltd, besides having successfully represented various other Corporate clients like Cadburrys Ltd, Agro Solvent Products Ltd, amongst Others.
Human Righis related
Appointed as the Hon. Secretary of “Core Consultative Group” and subsequently as Convenor of the Complaint cell for Gwalior & Chambal Divisions, & worked actively as a human rights activist under the umbrella and patronage of the M.P. Human Rights Commission from year 2000 to 2004.
Appointed as Judge of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh on April 7th, 2016 and Permanent Judge on March 17, 2018.
Justice Vivek Agarwal
Born on June 28, 1967 at Kasganj , Uttar Pradesh.
Practiced Civil, Criminal and Constitution matters at High Court of Madhya Pradesh.
Appointed as Judge of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh on April 7th, 2016 and Permanent Judge on March 17, 2018.
Transferred to Allahabad High Court and took oath on Oct 17, 2019.
His Lordship was administered oath as Judge, High Court of Madhya Pradesh on October 20, 2021.
Justice Rajeev Kumar Dubey
HON'BLE SHRI JUSTICE RAJEEV KUMAR DUBEY, B.Sc. L.L.B.
(DoB.11.10.1960)
Term of Office: (DoA)13/10/2016 to (DoR)10/10/2022
He was born on 11.10.1960. He joined Judicial Service on 07.11.1985 as Civil Judge Class- II, he was promoted as Civil Judge Class-I on 30.08.1991, AGM on 07.10.1994 and officiating District Judge in Higher Judicial Service on 30.05.1997. Shri Dubey was granted selection grade Scale w.e.f. 01.08.2003 and was granted Super Time Scale w.e.f. 19.10.2012. He has worked in different capacities at Bhind, Ujjain, Agar, Neemuch, Dewas, Rewa, Biaora, Guna, Chattarpur; Jhabua, Jabalpur, Bhopal.
Appointed as Judge of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh on October 13th, 2016 and Permanent Judge on March 17, 2018.
Justice Anjuli Palo
HON'BLE SHRI JUSTICE ANJULI PALO, B.Sc. L.L.B.
(DoB.19.05.1961)
Term of Office: (DoA)13/10/2016 to (DoR)18/05/2023
She was born on 19.05.1961. She was appointed as Civil Judge Class-II on 05.11.1985. She was promoted as Civil Judge Class-I on 12.08.1991, CJM/ACJM on 16.09.1994. She was promoted as Officiating District Judge in Higher Judicial Service on 09.06.1997. She was granted Selection Grade Scale w.e.f. 01.10.2003. She was granted Super Time Scale w.e.f. 01.01.2013. She has worked in different capacities at Jabalpur, Jagdalpur, Durg, Satna, Chattarpur, Barwani, Chhindwara, Bhopal, Guna, Dindori, Shivpuri, Damoh.
Appointed as Judge of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh on October 13th, 2016 and Permanent Judge on March 17, 2018.
Justice Virender Singh
HON'BLE SHRI JUSTICE VIRENDER SINGH, B.A., L.L.B.
(DoB.15.04.1961)
Term of Office: (DoA)13/10/2016 to (DoR)14/04/2023
He was born on 15.04.1961. He joined Judicial Service on 28.10.1985 as Civil Judge Class-II, he was promoted as Civil Judge Class-I on 29.08.1991, CJM/ACJM on 28.08.1995, he was promoted as officiating District Judge in Higher Judibal Service on 31.05.1997. He was granted selection grade Scale on 01.07.2004 and was granted Super Time Scale on 15.01.2013. He has worked in different capacities at Bhind, Rewa, Datia, Seodha, Gohad, Gwalior, Lahar, Shajapur, Morena, Katni, Bhopal, Shahdol, New Delhi, Ujjain, Jabalpur.
Appointed as Judge of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh on October 13th, 2016 and Permanent Judge on March 17, 2018.
Justice Vijay Kumar Shukla
HON'BLE SHRI JUSTICE VIJAY KUMAR SHUKLA, B.A., L.L.B.
(DoB.28.06.1964)
Term of Office: (DoA)13/10/2016 to (DoR)27/06/2026
He was born on 28.06.1964. He is practicing in the High Court of Madhya Pradesh for the last 27 years. He was enrolled as an Advocate on 27.03.1987 on the rolls of State Bar Council of M.P. His father Shri P.N. Shukla is a retired Class-I Government Officer of State Civil Services. His mother is a housewife. He has four brothers. His eldest brother Shri Kamlesh Shukla has retired from L&T Pvt. Co. and is settled at Pune. His second brother Shri Rajesh Shukla has retired from MSEB Mumbai as Engineer. He is settled at Bhopal. His third brother Shri Rakesh Shukla is working as Assistant Food Officer and posted in Distt. Raisen. His wife Smt. Chandrika Shukla is enrolled as an Advocate, but is not a practicing Advocate. He has two sons. His elder son Jai Shukla has obtained law degree from Bharti Vidhyapeeth, Pune. He has started practicing as an Advocate from July, 2015 at Jabalpur in the office of Senior Advocate Shri R.N.Singh, former Advocate General, State of Madhya Pradesh. His younger son Sujai Shukla is studying in Class-9th at Jabalpur. Shri Vijay Shukla was actively practicing before the Principal Seat Jabalpur in Constitutional, Service, Civil and Criminal jurisdiction.
Appointed as Judge of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh on October 13th, 2016 and Permanent Judge on March 17, 2018.
Justice Gurpal Singh Ahluwalia
HON'BLE SHRI JUSTICE GURPAL SINGH AHLUWALIA, B.A., L.L.M.
(DoB.20.02.1966)
Term of Office: (DoA)13/10/2016 to (DoR)19/02/2028
Born on 20-02-1966. Enrolled as an Advocate on 4-7-1988. Appeared before Supreme Court of India, High Court of Madhya Pradesh, High Court of Mumbai, High Court of Gujarat, High Court of Punjab and Haryana, High Court of Chhatisgarh, Debts Recovery Appellate Tribunal, Debts Recovery Tribunal, Central Administrative Tribunal, State Administrative Tribunal. Had worked as Dy.Govt. Advocate, Govt. Advocate and Deputy Advocate General. Was Standing Counsel for Lokayukt/SPE, Special Public Prosecutor for CID, Nagpur. Had practiced in Civil, Criminal, Constitutional and Service matters. Also conducted various Criminal Trials. Had worked as Chief Editor, ILR MP Series.
Appointed as Additional Judge on 13-Oct. 2016 and Permanent Judge on 17th March 2018.
Justice Subodh Abhyankar
HON'BLE SHRI JUSTICE SUBODH ABHYANKAR, B. Sc.(MATHS), LL.B, POST GRADUATE IN BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
(DoB.03.01.1969)
Term of Office: (DoA)13/10/2016 to (DoR)02/01/2031
Born on 03.01.1969. Enrolled as an Advocate in the month of January, 1997 on the rolls of State Bar Council of M.P. His lordship has practiced in the High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Bench at lndore in Civil, Criminal, Constitutional, Central Excise and Customs as also the Service matters and has practiced on the original side as well.
Appointed as Judge of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh on October 13th, 2016 and Permanent Judge on March 17, 2018.
Justice Sanjay Dwivedi
HON'BLE SHRI JUSTICE SANJAY DWIVEDI, B.Com, L.L.B.
(DoB.01.07.1963)
Term of Office: (DoA)19/06/2018 to (DoR)30/06/2025
He was born on 01.07.1963. His lordship has practiced in the High Court of Madhya Pradesh in Civil, Criminal, Constitutional etc. matters.
Appointed as Judge of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh on June 19, 2018.
Justice Rajendra Kumar Srivastava
HON'BLE SHRI JUSTICE RAJENDRA KUMAR SRIVASTAVA, B.A., L.L.B.
(DoB.01.01.1960)
Term of Office: (DoA)19/06/2018 to (DoR)31/12/2021
He was born on 01.01.1960. He joined Judicial Service on 30.01.1986.
Appointed as Judge of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh on June 19, 2018.
Justice Rajeev Kumar Shrivastava
HON'BLE SHRI JUSTICE RAJEEV KUMAR SHRIVASTAVA
(DoB.25.11.1960)
Term of Office: (DoA)19/11/2018 to (DoR)24/11/2022
Hon'ble Shri Justice Rajeev Kumar Shrivastava was born on 25.11.1960. He joined the Judicial Service on 04.11.1985. He was appointed as Civil Judge,Class-I on 08.09.1992 and as C.J.M./A.C.J.M. on 20.09.1996., He was promoted as officiating District Judge in Higher Judicial Service on 05.09.1998. He was granted Selection Grade Scale with effect from 11.09.2006 and Super Time Scale with effect from 01.02.2015. During his tenure as Judicial Officer, he was posted at Rewa, Rajendragram, Chhatarpur, Pichhore, Raipur,Ujjain, Multai, Jabalpur, Bhopal, Barwani, Morena and Indore. He also worked as O.S.D., High Court of Madhya Pradesh, O.S.D., JOTRI, Jabalpur, Additional Director,JOTRI, Jabalpur, Registrar(Administration), National Judicial Academy. Before elevation as Judge of the High Court, he was posted as District Judge,Indore.
Justice Vishal Dhagat
HON'BLE SHRI JUSTICE VISHAL DHAGAT
(DoB.14/12/1969)
Term of Office: (DoA)27/05/2019 to (DoR)13/12/2031
Born on 14 December 1969 at Dibrugarh Assam, he passed BA Honours from Venkateswara College, Delhi University in the year 1990 and completed his LLB from Law College recognised by Hari Singh Gour University Sagar.He was enrolled as an Advocate with bar Council of Madhya Pradesh and started practice in High Court of Madhya Pradesh principal seat at Jabalpur. He practised in Civil Law, Criminal Law, Revenue Law, Writ side in all branches of Law including Constitutional Law, Service Law.He also worked as Government Lawyer for State of Madhya Pradesh in year 2017–18. There were many distinguished Lawyers in ancestry of late Pandit Lakshmi Shankar Dhagat but he was first generation Lawyer in family. His father was Emergency Commissioned Officer in Army and retired as Commandant CRPF. He was elevated as Judge in High Court of Madhya Pradesh on 27 May 2019.
Justice Vishal Mishra
HON'BLE SHRI JUSTICE VISHAL MISHRA
(DoB.17/07/1974)
Term of Office: (DoA)27/05/2019 to (DoR)16/07/2036
DATE OF BIRTH : 17th JULY 1974
QUALIFICATION : Did B. Com. In 1997 and LL.B from Maharani Laxmibai College, Gwalior in the year 2000 in first Division.
(Both affiliated to Jiwaji Univesrsity Gwalior, M.P.)
Enrolled as an Advocate. : M.P . 1983/ 2000 Adv. STATE BAR COUNCIL OF M. P. at JABALPUR (M.P.)
EXPERIENCE : He has worked for 19 years in High Court of M.P Gwalior Bench, District Court Claims Tribunal, Arbitration Tribunal Bhopal, Labour & Industrial court and other subordinate Courts in Gwalior Jurisdiction Dealing in Constitutional, Civil, Criminal , Claims, Service Matters.
He has served the State Government by working as a Government Advocate for State of M . P . in High Court Of M.P. Bench at Gwalior for a period of 2 years from 2009 to 2011.
He has worked as Dy. Advocate General, State of M.P. for High Court of M.P. Bench at Gwalior from 15/6/2015–30/7/2016.
He was appointed as Additional Advocate General , State of M.P. in High Court of M.P. Bench at Gwalior on 30/7/2016 and has worked as Additional Advocate General State of M . P . till 17/12/ 2018.
He has worked for the several institutions such as-
M.P. Pollution Control Board, M. P .
Road Transport Corporation, Nagrik
Sahkari Bank Maryadit Gwalior
M.P. Housing Board;
OFFICE STATUS : He has worked in the office which was established by His father Late Shri Justice Hargovind Mishra more than 60 years back and was succeeded by Justice Arun Mishra and thereafter was taken care of by him and till his elevation as High Court Judge, he has worked as Advocate in the office.
Justice Anil Verma
Born on 16th March 1964 at Bilaspur (now at Chattisgarh). He graduated in Science from Rani Durgawati Vishwavidyalaya and in Law attaining the 5th position in the Pt. Ravishankar Shukla University.
Inspired by his father Shri K.K.Verma (Retired District & Sessions Judge), he joined Madhya Pradesh Judicial Services in the year 1987, at a young age of 23 years and 5 months, as Civil Judge Class II, Balaghat (M.P.), He was promoted as Civil Judge Class I on 31.12.1993, and as Chief Judicial Magistrate on 04.06.1997.
His Lordship was promoted to Higher Judicial Services on 04.09.1998. He was granted Selection Grade on 10.10.2007 and Super Time Scale on 01.12.2015.
In course of his service spanning over 33 years, his Lordship has served at variety of positions at the Registry of Hon'ble High Court, Secretariat of Government of Madhya Pradesh as well as at several District & Sessions Courts.
At the Indore Bench of High Court of Madhya Pradesh he has served as the Principal Registrar as well as District Judge (Inspection). He has been posted as the District & Sessions Judge, the Special Judge (under SC/ST Prevention of Atrocity Act) as well as the Principal Judge, Family Court at Sagar.
His Lordship has also served as Secretary, Law & Legislative Affairs Department, Govt. of Madhya Pradesh.
His Lordship has also served as Chairman, District Consumer Forum, Chattarpur. Besides this, he has been also posted as Special Judge (under N.D.P.S. Act, Prevention of Corruption Act and Electricity Act) at variety of fora at districts of Chhindwara, Narsinghpur, Rajnandgaon, Umaria.
Continuing the patriotic legacy of his grandfather Late Shri Motilal Verma, an eminent freedom fighter, his Lordship has also authored several books on cultural and national history of India. These books include Ajeya Krantrikari Rajguru, Sataar Tat Aur Azaad, Bhagat Singh Ke Saathi Batukeshwar Dutt, Wo Chaar Zabaanj Krantikari. Cricket Khelna Seekhe is also a celebrated piece of work authored by him. He has also made praiseworthy contribution in the book "Judicial History & Courts of Madhya Pradesh" published High Court of Madhya Pradesh.
His Lordship administered oath of the office of Judge, High Court of Madhya Pradesh on 25.06.2021.
Justice Arun Kumar Sharma
His Lordship was born on 29.07.1961 at Vidisha (M.P), completed Bachelors of Science and Law. Sir joined the Judicial Services as Civil Judge Class-2 on 27.08.1987. Thereafter promoted as Civil Judge Class-1 on 13.06.1994, served as Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) on 09.06.1997. Sir was promoted as officiating District Judge in Higher Judicial Services on 02-06-1999; granted Selection Grade Scale w.e.f 10.10.2007 and Super Time Scale w.e.f 11.04.2016. His Lordship discharged his duties as Judicial officer in different capacities at places Sagar, Nasrullaganj, Sehore, Bagli (Dewas), Ujjain, Indore, Sabalgarh (Morena), Agar Malwa, Bhopal, Tikamgarh and Indore.
His Lordship served as Principal District Judge at District Tikamgarh and Chattarpur. His Lordship has also discharged his duties as Prinicpal Judge, Famil Court in Chattarpur and Deputy Welfare Commissioner, Bhopal Gas Victims, Bhopal.
His Lordship administered oath of the office of Judge, High Court of Madhya Pradesh on 25.06.2021.
Justice Satyendra Kumar Singh
His Lordship was born on 24.10.1961. His native place is Sawaiyya Pattidari, District Chandauli (then Varanasi). His Lordship completed his school education from Lucknow and B.Sc from Lucknow University in 1981, thereafter law from Allahabad University in 1984.
His Lordship joined the Madhya Pradesh Judicial Service as Civil Judge Class II on 03.11.1987 at District Satna. He was promoted as Civil Judge Class- I on 13-06-1994 at District Indore and as Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) on 08-06-1998 at District Bhopal. He was promoted as Officiating District Judge in Higher Judicial Service on 04.06.1999 at District Bhopal. He was granted Selection Grade Scale w.e.f 10.10.2007 and Super Time Scale w.e.f 01.07.2016. His Lordship served as Special Judge (SC/ST) at District Ujjain and as District Judge (nomenclature now used as the Principal District Judge) at Districts Alirajpur and Ujjain. His Lordship has served as Judicial Officer in different capacities at places Lakhnadon, Indore, Maihar, Sagar.
His Lordship also held prominent positions while discharging his duties as Registrar (Vigilance) and as Principal Registrar (Vigilance) at High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Jabalpur; as Additional Secretary and Principal Secretary, in Law & Legislative Affairs Department, Bhopal. His Lordship administered oath of the office of Judge, High Court of Madhya Pradesh on 25.06.2021
Justice Sunita Yadav
Her Ladyship was born on 13.01.1963; completed law from Ravishankar University, Raipur in 1986. She joined the Madhya Pradesh Judicial Service as Civil Judge Class II on 07.09.1987 at District Raipur (then part of M.P). She was promoted as Civil Judge Class- I on 13-06-1994 at District Raipur and as Chief Judicial Magistrate (CJM) on 09-06-1997. She was promoted as Officiating District Judge in Higher Judicial Service on 27.07.2000 at District Bhopal. She was granted Selection Grade Scale w.e.f 01.08.2008 and Super Time Scale w.e.f 01.10.2016. She served as the District Judge (nomenclature now used as the Principal District Judge) at Districts Ashoknagar and Datia. She has served as Judicial Officer in different capacities at places Satna, Dabra, Chhatarpur, Gwalior, Morena.
Her Ladyship has discharged her duites as Deputy Welfare Commissioner at The Commissioner, Bhopal Gas Victims, Bhopal and as Executive Director (Law), Delhi Electricity Regulatory Commission, New Delhi.
Her Ladyship is married to Mr S.P. Yadav, Indian Forest Service, presently posted as Additional Director General of Project Tiger; Member Secretary of the National Tiger Conservation Authority in Ministry of Environment, Forest & Climate Change, Government of India, New Delhi and as Additional Charge of the Member Secretary , Central Zoo Authority in the Government of India.
Her Ladyship administered oath of the office of Judge, High Court of Madhya Pradesh on 25.06.2021
Justice Deepak Kumar Agarwal
He was born on 21-09-1961. He completed his Graduation in Science (B.SC.) and his Law Graduation respectively in 1981 and 1985. He joined Judicial Service on 01-09-1987 as Civil Judge Class-II. He was Promoted as Civil Judge Class-I in 1994 and as CJM/ACJM in 1997. He was promoted as Officiating District Judge in Higher Judicial Service in 2000. He was granted Selection Grade Scale in 2009 and Super Time Scale in 2016. During his tenure as judicial Officer, he was posted in different capacity at Narsinghpur, Lakhnadon (Seoni), Ratlam, Indore, Waraseoni (Balaghat), Sagar, Hoshangabad, Mandla, Bhind, Balaghat And Gwalior. Before elevation as Judge of the High Court, he was posted as District Judge Gwalior.
His Lordship administered oath of the office of Judge, High Court of Madhya Pradesh on 25.06.2021.
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Justice Rajendra Kumar (Verma)
His Lordship was born on 01.07.1961 at village Lakhna, District Etawah (U.P.). He did his law from Allahbad University. He joined the Judicial Services on 28.09.1987. He was appointed as Civil Judge Class-I on 09.06.1994, thereafter discharged his duties as Chief Judicial Magistrate at District Guna on 24-10-1997. He was promoted as officiating District Judge in Higher Judicial Service on 31.07.2000 and posted at Mahasamund (then part of M.P), Gwalior, Burhanpur, Biaora and Dewas. His Lordship has served as Principal District Judge in the District Court of Alirajpur, Rajgarh and Bhopal. His lordship has served as Judicial officer in different capacities at places Bhind, Sheopur, Seodha, Alirajpur, Tarana, Gwalior, Burhanpur, Biaora.
His Lordship has discharged his duties while working as as Presiding Officer, District Consumer Forum at Khandwa and Principal Judge Family Court, Bhopal. His Lordship has also held position of Secretary, Govt. Of M.P. Law & Legislative Affairs Department in Bhopal.
His Lordship administered oath of the office of Judge, High Court of Madhya Pradesh on 25.06.2021.
Justice Pranay Verma
(DoB.12/12/1973)
Term of Office: (DoA)27/08/2021 to (DoR)11/12/2035
Shri Pranay Verma was born on 12th December, 1973. He is the son of late Hon’ble Shri Justice Bipin Chandra Verma, who was an Hon’ble Judge of this Court and thereafter Hon’ble Chief Justice of Punjab & Haryana High Court. After completing school education, Shri Pranay Verma obtained Bachelor Degrees in Commerce and Law. He was enrolled as an Advocate on 1st July, 1998 on the rolls of the State Bar Council of Madhya Pradesh and started practice under able guidance of Shri Ravish Chandra Agarwal, Senior Advocate. He is practicing in the High Court of Madhya Pradesh and various District Courts as well as Family Courts, Consumer Forum and Debt Recovery Tribunal for the last about 23 years. He is dealing in Civil, Constitutional, Criminal and Service matters.
Shri Pranay Verma has been counsel for Hindustan Power Projects Private Limited, Essar Power Private Limited, Jhabua Power M. P. limited, Prism Johnson Limited, National Fertilizers Limited, Corporation Bank, Commercial Automobiles Limited, M. P. Audyogik Kendriya Vikas Nigam Limited, Tega Industries Limited, Metal Scrap Corporation Limited. He also appeared for the State Bank of India in individual cases.
His Lordship administered oath of the office of Judge, High Court of Madhya Pradesh on 27.08.2021.
Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav
(DoB.04/10/1976)
Term of Office: (DoA)08/10/2021 to (DoR)03/10/2038
Profile- Justice Purushaindra Kumar Kaurav, Judge High Court of Madhya Pradesh at Jabalpur, Sworn in as Judge of the High Court on 08-10-2021. Date of Birth 04-10-1976. Did LL.B from N.E.S. College, Jabalpur in the year 2001. Enrolled as an Advocate on 31.07.2001 (Enrollment Number (old) MP/1514/2001 (New) MP/10/17/Sen/Adv.
Areas of Practice- Practiced for 20 yrs. in the field of Civil Laws, Service & Labour Laws,Constitutional Law, Administrative Law, Arbitration Law, Commercial Law, Electricity Disputes, Inter State Water Disputes etc.,Appellate Civil Litigation (High Court & Supreme Court)
Professional Experience-
• Appointed as youngest Deputy Advocate General for State of M.P. in the year 2009 and as Addl. Advocate General in the year 2012.
• Appointed as youngest Advocate General of M.P. in the year 2017 and worked as such from June, 2017 to December, 2018.
• Designated as youngest Senior Advocate of M.P. on 19.05.2017.
• Appointed as First Additional Advocate General for State of M.P. in the Supreme Court in the year 2016.
• Discharged duties as Advocate General, Chairman of Special Committee of the State Bar Council of M.P., worked as Ex-officio member in the Executive Council of National Law Institute University at Bhopal.
• Appeared in numerous cases for several State Public Sector undertakings such as MPPMCL, MPPGCL, MPPKVVCL, MPMKVVCL, MPPTC, M.P. State Election Commission, M.P. State Legislative Assembly, M.P Board of Secondary Education, M.P. Pollution Control Board, MPRDC, MP. Housing and Infrastructure Dev. Board, Rajasthan State Pollution Control Board, MPSAMB, MP Apex Bank, MP TRIFAC, MPAKVN, State Universities, M.P. Professional Examination Board, M.P. Mining Corporation, Bhopal Development Authority, JDA, IDA, UDA, Hindustan Corporation Ltd, Malajkhan, Western Coalfield Ltd, Chhindwara, M.P. Paramedical Council, Bhopal, Municipal Corporation, Bhopal, Katni, Jabalpur, Burhanpur, Chhindwara and various other Municipal Council , Corporations and and local bodies.
• Appeared before the Supreme Court of India, High Courts of Madhya Pradesh, Delhi, Chhattisgarh , Andhra Pradesh, National Company Law Tribunal, State Electricity Regulatory Commission, Central Administrative Tribunal, National Green Tribunal and other Tribunals.
• Had privilege of appearing as Special Counsel for the Office of Hon’ble Chancellor of M.P. (Hon’ble Governor of M.P.)).
• Had privilege to be appointed by Hon’ble Governor of Uttar Pradesh as member of Vice Chancellor Selection Committee of U.P.University.
• Had privilege to be appointed as Court Commissioner by the Hon’ble Supreme Court.
Appointed as Judge of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh on 08th October,2021.
Chief Justice A.A. Sayed
Born on 21st January, 1961, he obtained a Bachelors in law from Bombay University in the year 1984. He was on the Panel of Central Government, Bombay High Court (Senior Counsel Group-I). He was also an Assistant Government Pleader, Bombay High Court, Original Side.
He has appeared in Public Interest Litigation matters relating to mangroves, garbage dumping, free/concessional medical treatment for poor in charitable hospitals, bio medical waste, malnutrition, amongst others on behalf of Union of India/State Government.
He was on the panel of several Public Undertakings and has also appeared in Arbitrations on their behalf. He was also a Notary Public, Government of India. He is a keen sports enthusiast.
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Amjad Ahtesham Sayed was administered the oath of office of the Chief Justice of High Court of Himachal Pradesh on 23rd June, 2022, on his lordship's elevation from High Court of Bombay.
Born on 20.04.1961. Unanimously, selected Joint Secretary of Bar Association of the Punjab and Haryana High Court in the year 1986. Thereafter, joined as Additional District Judge on 21.01.1997. Subsequently became Sessions Judge in September, 2004 and was elevated as an Additional Judge of Punjab and Haryana High Court on 12.03.2008 and Permanent Judge on 23.02.2010. Transferred to Rajasthan High Court and and assumed office of a Judge of Rajasthan High Court on 11.04.2016.
Transferred to the High Court of Himachal Pradesh, and took oath on 08.10.2021.
Justice Tarlok Singh Chauhan
Born on 9.1.1964 in Tehsil Rohru. Did schooling from Bishop Cotton School, Shimla and was the School Captain. Graduated with Honours from DAV College, Chandigarh and thereafter obtained degree in Law from Panjab University, Chandigarh. Enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council of Himachal Pradesh in 1989 and joined illustrious chamber of Lala Chhabil Dass, Advocate. Started practice in High Court of Himachal Pradesh and practiced in all branches of law. Prior to elevation was Standing Counsel-cum- Legal Advisor to H.P. State Electricity Board Ltd. and earlier to that was Standing Counsel-cum- Legal Advisor to H.P. State Civil Supplies Corporation. Conducted cases of various departments including Boards, Corporations, Financial Institutions, Public and Private Companies, Educational Institutions and Cooperative Societies etc. Had been actively associated with the Legal Aid Programmes. Remained member of various Lok Adalats. Was appointed Amicus-Curiae by the High Court in many important cases relating to violation of Environmental Laws by the Hydel Projects, Ropeways etc. ban on plastic and tobacco products, implementation of Solid Waste Management Projects and framing of road construction policy in Himachal Pradesh. Elevated as Additional Judge of the High Court of Himachal Pradesh and assumed the Office as such on 23.2.2014 (F.N). Took oath as Judge of the High Court of Himachal Pradesh on 30 th November 2014 (Forenoon).
Justice Vivek Singh Thakur
Born on 16.04.1966 at Bilaspur, (H.P.) in a family of two eminent educationists hailing from village- Lanjata, Tehsil- Ghumarwin, District Bilaspur, Thakur Narayan Singh Swami (father), who later on also represented Ghumarwin constituency (Bilaspur) as an M.L.A. in H.P. Legislative Assembly and Smt. Gurdevi Thakur (mother), who retired as Principal from Senior Secondary School. Completed the schooling from Bilaspur and also B.Sc. from the Government Degree College, Bilaspur. Thereafter, did LL.B. and BJMC from H.P. University. Stood first in LL.B. Also completed LL.M. from Kurukshetra University with topic for dissertation entitled “Independence of Judiciary in India: A study with special reference to the Appointment and Transfer of Judges.” During studies besides a scholarship holder from H.P. Board of School Education, also remained actively associated in extra-curricular activities like N.S.S., N.C.C. (A and B certificate holder), cultural activities, debate and declamation contests, Drama, Dance and Mime competitions etc. and also got many prizes in the events organised from time to time in such activities. Besides participation in many Radio Talks also remained a Casual Announcer in A.I.R., Shimla. Enrolled as an Advocate in the year, 1990 with H.P. Bar Council and started practice in Law before various Legal fora including H.P. High Court, in Revenue, Civil, Criminal, Constitutional, Service matters, Arbitration and Taxation Laws. Also acted as a Legal Advisor to various organisations. Served the state of H.P. as Assistant Advocate General (1998-2003), Additional Advocate General (2008-2013) and Senior Panel Counsel to the Union of India till elevation as the Judge of H.P. High Court. Besides deep involvement in social work including blood donation and eradication of social evils and taboos, also remained actively associated in organising various national level seminars on the important Legal topics of vast importance which were graced by the presence of eminent jurists of the country including Hon'ble the Chief Justices and Judges of Hon'ble Supreme Court and High Courts. Took oath as the Judge of this Court on 12 th April, 2016 (Forenoon).
Justice Ajay Mohan Goel
Born at Chandigarh on 10th January, 1969. His initial schooling was from St. Edwards School, Shimla. Did his BA (English Hons.) from Government College, Sanjauli, Shimla in the year 1989 and L.L.B from Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla in the year 1992. Was enrolled as Lawyer with the Bar Council of Himachal Pradesh on 28th September, 1992 and commenced practice under the aegis of Lala Chhabil Dass, the then Advocate General of the State of Himachal Pradesh. Joined the Chamber of his father and started independent practice from the year 1995 onwards and continued to do so till his elevation. Mainly practiced in the High Court of Himachal Pradesh and H.P. Administrative Tribunal though in the initial years of practice, also practiced in the Subordinate Courts and Consumer Courts. Was appointed as Amicus Curiae in various important matters by the High Court and also appeared in many Public Interest Litigations pertaining to Environment, Road infrastructure, Hydel Projects and Ban on plastic etc. Practiced in all branches of law. Was on the panel of Lawyers representing the High Court of H.P. in various litigations pertaining to the High Court. Was legal advisor to the Himachal Pradesh State Co operative Bank and Himachal Pradesh Power Corporation Limited. Also remained standing counsel for the Municipal Corporation, Shimla, Himachal Pradesh Housing Board and Himachal Pradesh State Forest Corporation Ltd. Represented various Public and Private companies, Co operative societies, Educational Institutions, Boards and Corporations. Was elevated as Judge of the High Court of Himachal Pradesh and assumed office as such on 12th April, 2016 forenoon.
Justice Sandeep Sharma
Born on 20th July, 1968 at Shimla. Belongs to a very respectable and religious family. Originally belongs to village Bijapur, Tehsil Amb, District Una. Did his schooling from DAV School, Sanjouli and Senior Secondary School, Lalpani, Shimla, graduated from Government Degree College, Shimla and got his Law Degree in the First Class from Himachal Pradesh University in the year 1993. Enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council of Himachal Pradesh in the year 1993 and joined illustrious chamber of Late Shri P.A. Sharma, Senior Advocate and practiced under his good guidance up to 1996. Thereafter started practice independently in the High Court of Himachal Pradesh and practiced in all branches of law. Prior to elevation, handled all types of cases relating to Original Side, Appellate Side, Civil, Criminal, Constitutional, Company, Taxation, Corporate and Insurance matters and also remained the Standing Counsel of CBI, BSNL. Central Excise, UGC, RPFC and Armed forces etc. Appointed as Assistant Solicitor General of India in the year 2004, at the very young age of 36 years, and remained, as such, till 2014. Designated as Senior Advocate in the month of June, 2014. Elevated as Additional Judge of High Court of Himachal Pradesh on 12th April, 2016 and confirmed as permanent Judge on 8th January 2018.
Justice Chander Bhusan Barowalia
Justice Chander Bhusan Barowalia, was born on 15th March, 1961. After doing Matric in 1st Division, did B.Sc. (Medical) in 1st Division from Government College, Shimla, now College of Excellence. Obtained L.LB. Degree from Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla and thereafter did P.G.D.P.M. & L.W. from H.P. University. Practiced as an Advocate from November 1, 1984 in the High Court of Himachal Pradesh and other Courts in Shimla. Conducted cases in National Commission under the Consumer Protection Act at Delhi and in Hon’ble Supreme Court of India also. Practiced in Constitutional, Civil, Criminal, Revenue, Consumer & Service matters and also co-authored commentary on H.P. Panchayti Raj Act. Remained unanimously elected Vice President of the H.P. High Court Bar Association, in the year, 2001, unanimously elected again in the year, 2002. Remained empanelled Advocate for B.S.N.L, H.R.T.C, Employees Provident Fund Organization, United India Insurance Company, H.P. Agro Industries Corporation, Punjab National Bank, State Bank of India etc. On appointment, as Additional District and Sessions Judge, on 10th January, 2003, remained posted as Officer-on-Special Duty in the High Court of Himachal Pradesh, Addl. District and Sessions Judge (II), Kangra at Dharamshala, Addl. District & Sessions Judge (I), Kangra at Dharamshala.
Thereafter, designated as District & Sessions Judge, on 26.10.2005 and worked as District & Sessions Judge, for Kinnaur with headquarter Rampur Bushahr. Thereafter, posted as President, District Consumer Disputes Redressal Forum, for the Districts of Kangra, Chamba with headquarter at Dharamshala, w.e.f. 20.4.2006 to 23.4.2008. Worked as District & Sessions Judge, Una, w.e.f. 24.4.2008 to 6.11.2008, on transfer therefrom, worked as District & Sessions Judge, Solan, w.e.f. 7.11.2008 to 11.11.2010 and again on transfer, thereafter worked as District & Sessions Judge, Mandi, w.e.f. 12.11.2010 to 30.5.2011.
From Mandi, posted as Registrar (Judicial), as one of the Registrar, in the Hon’ble High Court of Himachal Pradesh. On 26th March, 2012, recognized as Trained Mediator by the Mediation & Conciliation Project Committee of Supreme Court of India. Being Registrar (Judicial), trained Mediators by organizing various training programmes. Thereafter, remained posted as Director, H.P. Judicial Academy, Shimla, w.e.f. 14.6.2013 to 19.5.2014 and as such organized more than eighty different Orientation/Refresher/Courses/Workshops/Conferences for the Judicial Officers and ministerial staff of the State Judiciary and prepared the plans for constructing the H.P. State Judicial Academy, Complex at Ghandal, District Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.
Remained posted as Registrar General in the High Court of Himachal Pradesh and served as Registrar General till 12th April, 2016. Elevated as Additional Judge of the High Court of Himachal Pradesh and assumed the Office as such on 12th April, 2016. Took oath as Judge of the High Court of Himachal Pradesh on 8th January, 2018.
Justice Jyotsna Rewal Dua
Born on 25th May, 1969 in Nahan, District Sirmour, H.P. Graduated from Government Degree College, Nalagarh, District Solan, H.P. in 1988. Was meritoriously placed in Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla. Obtained L.L.B. Degree from Himachal Pradesh University in 1991 with three Gold Medals and secured first class position in every semester. Was awarded merit scholarships and certificates throughout L.L.B. Represented Himachal Pradesh University in inter-University Moot Court Competition in 1989 and was awarded Best Female Student Advocate Certificate and Merit Certificate in the event. Enrolled as an Advocate in Bar Council of Himachal Pradesh in December, 1991 and started practicing independently since then. Was designated as Senior Advocate in July, 2015. Practiced in Shimla, primarily in High Court of Himachal Pradesh. Have also been appearing before H.P. State Administrative Tribunal, Shimla. During initial years of practice, have also appeared before the Courts of Divisional Commissioner, Shimla, Financial Commissioner (Revenue), Shimla and H.P. State Consumers Disputes Redressal Commissioner, Shimla. Have mostly dealt with Civil, Constitutional, Environmental and Service matters. Elevated as an Additional Judge of High Court of Himachal Pradesh on 30th May, 2019. Assumed the charge as Judge of the High Court of Himachal Pradesh on 28th July 2020.
Justice Satyen Vaidya
Born on 22.12.1963 at Mandi, Himachal Pradesh. Did his schooling from Lady Irwin School Shimla and Government Boys Senior Secondary School Lalpani Shimla. Graduated from Government Degree College for boys Shimla and obtained degree of Law from Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla. Enrolled as an Advocate with Bar Council of Himachal Pradesh in 1986. Practised in District Courts and High Court in all Branches of Law. Remained Legal Advisor-cum-Standing Counsel for Himachal Pradesh State Electricity Board, Himachal Pradesh State Industrial Development Corporation, Municipal Corporation Shimla and various other Boards, Corporations and Societies. Conducted arbitrations for Government of Himachal Pradesh as well as Private Parties. Remained trained Mediator and acted as such in large number of cases. Remained actively associated with various Legal Aid Programmes. Delivered various guests lectures at Himachal Pradesh Judicial Academy and Himachal Institute of Public Administration. Appointed as amicus curiae by the High Court of Himachal Pradesh in many cases. Designated as Senior Advocate in 2015. Elevated as an Additional Judge of Hon’ble High Court of Himachal Pradesh and assumed the office on 26.06.2021.
Justice N. Kotiswar Singh
Born on 1st March, 1963 at Imphal, Manipur, to (Late) Justice N. Ibotombi Singh of the Gauhati High Court, who had also served as the first Advocate General of Manipur and Smt. N. Gomati Devi.
On completion of his schooling from Ramakrishna Mission Vidyapith, Purulia, West Bengal and Pre University Course in Science from St. Anthony’s College, Shillong, graduated from Kirori Mal College, Delhi University with B.A. (Hons.) in Political Science in 1983. Obtained his Degree in Law (L.L.B.) from Campus Law Centre, Delhi University in 1986. Enrolled as an Advocate in 1986. Attended the six months’ “Commonwealth Young Lawyers’ Course” under the University of London in 1992.
After a brief practice in the Supreme Court of India, shifted practice under the Gauhati High Court, the then common High Court of Assam, Nagaland, Meghalaya, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh. Also practiced in the Central Administrative Tribunal, Guwahati and the Subordinate Courts in Manipur. Was the Standing Counsel for various Government Departments, Government of Manipur, and public undertakings/institutions. Also appeared before a number of Commissions in Manipur constituted under the Commission of Inquiry Act, 1952.
Designated as a Senior Advocate by the Gauhati High Court on 31.03.2008.Served as the Advocate General of the State of Manipur from 03.11.2007 till elevation to the Bench.
Sworn in as an Additional Judge of the Gauhati High Court on 17.10.2011 and as a Judge of the Gauhati High Court on 07.11.2012. Appointed as a Judge of the Manipur High Court upon its creation with effect from 23.03.2013. Appointed to perform the duties of the office of Chief Justice of the High Court of Manipur w.e.f 01.07.2017 till 08.02.2018, again from 23.02.2018 till 17.05.2018.
Participated in the World Congress on Justice for Children from 28-30 May, 2018 at UNESCO, Paris. Was part of the 8(eight) High Court Justices team to attend “Workshop on Counter Terrorism Phase-II Training” at Washington DC and Orange County, California from 10-14 September, 2018.
On transfer to Gauhati High Court, assumed charge as a Judge, Gauhati High Court on 11.10.2018. Presently, Executive Chairman of the Assam State Legal Services Authority and Central Authority member of National Legal Services Authority and a member of the Governing Body of National Judicial Academy, Bhopal.
Justice Manash Ranjan Pathak
Born on 28th August, 1965 at Guwahati. Completed primary education from Haripriya Vidyapeeth, Kumarpara, Guwahati; middle schooling from M.C.M.E., Uzanbazar, Guwahati, secondary education from Kendriya Vidyalaya, Ambari, Guwahati, passed Higher Secondary from Kendriya Vidyalaya, Khanapara, Guwahati; Graduation in Arts from St. Josephs’ College, Bangalore under Bangalore University and obtained LL.B. Degree from the then Government Law College, Panbazar, Guwahati under Gauhati University.
Enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council of Assam, Nagaland, Meghalaya, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh on 12.09.1990. Had been practicing mainly on Civil, Constitutional, Land Acquisition and Service matters. Was Standing Counsel of Gauhati High Court and Education Department, Government of Assam till appointment as Additional Judge of Gauhati High Court. Was also Standing Counsel of State of Tripura since 2004 till bifurcation; Member of the Law Commission, Assam and Member of the Indian Law Institute.
Elevated as Additional Judge of the Gauhati High Court on 22nd May 2013. Became permanent Judge w.e.f. 12.11.2018.
Justice Michael Zothankhuma
Born on 23.10.1965. Did schooling from St. Edmund's School, Shillong. Obtained B.A. (Hons.) in English from Hindu College under Delhi University. Completed LL.B from Campus Law Centre under Delhi University. Designated as Senior Advocate on 06.09.2010. Elevated as Additional Judge, Gauhati High Court on 07.01.2015. Appointed as Judge of the Gauhati High Court on 3rd January, 2017.
Justice Suman Shyam
After completing B.Sc (Major) under the Gauhati University obtained LL.B Degree from the J.B. Law College, Guwahati. Enrolled as an Advocate under the Bar Council of Assam etc. w.e.f. 03.09.1996. Practiced mainly on the civil side dealing with civil matters, constitutional matters, arbitration cases and service matters. Occasionally handled election trial as well as criminal matters before the High Court. Appeared before the Gauhati High Court at Principal Seat as well as at the Outlying Benches and Civil Courts on the original side. Functioned as the Secretary of the Indian Law Institute, Assam Chapter, w.e.f. 29.09.2010 till elevation. Appointed as Standing Counsel of the Gauhati High Court at the Principal Seat and also various public enterprises. Elevated as Additional Judge of the Gauhati High Court with effect from 07.01.2015.
Appointed as Judge of the Gauhati High Court on 3rd January, 2017.
Justice Rumi Kumari Phukan
Born on 01.07.1960 at Jorhat, passed BA (Hons in Economics) from JB College, Jorhat in the year 1981, obtained LL.B degree from Jorhat Law College in the year 1987 and obtained B.Ed. degree from Post Graduate Training College, Jorhat in 1987. Enrolled in the Bar Council of Assam in 1987 and practised at Jorhat District Court for a period of one year. Joined Assam Judicial Service on 01.12.1988 and since then worked in different capacity like Chief Judicial Magistrate (Kamrup) Guwahati, District & Sessions Judge, (Kamrup) Guwahati, Principal Judge, Family Court, Guwahati, Registrar Judicial, Registrar Administration and Registrar General of Gauhati High Court and promoted to selection grade on 04.12.2014 w.e.f. 11.01.2013.
Lastly worked as a District and Sessions Judge, Dibrugarh. Elevated to Bench of Additional Judge, Gauahti High Court on 07.01.2015. Became permanent Judge w.e.f. 06.01.2019.
Justice Songkhupchung Serto
Born on 1st March, 1961 at Sagang Village, Churachandpur District, Manipur. Completed graduation from St. Anthony’s College, Shillong (NEHU) and obtained LL.B. Degree from Law Faculty, Delhi University. Enrolled as an Advocate in 20.02.1986 and joined Manipur Judicial Service, Grade - III on 16.05.1992 after practicing Law for more than 6 years at Bar. Promoted to MJS Grade – II on 10.12.1997. Served at all the Districts of Manipur, except Chandel and Bishnupur. Deputed to Imphal Bench of the Gauhati High Court as Deputy Registrar (Judicial) on 29.09.2011. Appointed as Registrar of the same Bench on 19.03.2012 after promotion to MJS Grade – I. Appointed as the first Registrar General of the High Court of Manipur on 25.07.2013 after the High Court of Manipur came into existence and when the post of Registrar General was sanctioned. Elevated as Additional Judge of High Court of Manipur on 14th March, 2016. Transferred to Gauhati High Court and took oath as Additional Judge, Gauhati High Court on 3rd October, 2016. Appointed as Judge of the Gauhati High Court on 12.03.2018.
Justice Achintya Malla Bujor Barua
Born on 15th December, 1961 and having obtained the qualification of Post Graduation in Economics and LL.B, joined the Bar in Guwahati on 06.09.1988, designated as Senior Advocate on 04.08.2014 and appointed as Additional Judge of the Gauhati High Court on 15.11.2016. Educated in St. Mary's School, Guwahati in Lower Primary, Don Bosco School, Guwahati in Upper Primary, Kendriya Vidyalaya, Guwahati in Secondary and Senior Secondary, Utkal University for Graduation, Gauhati University for Post Graduation and Government Law College, Guwahati under Gauhati University for LL.B. Practiced mainly in the writ side, also attended to Civil Appeals and Revisions, Criminal Appeals and Revisions, Arbitration Petitions and Company Petitions etc. Attended Civil Courts, Central Administrative Tribunal, Armed Forces Tribunal. Attended different Judicial Enquiry Commissions on behalf of prejudicially affected persons, State Government and also on behalf of the Commission respectively. Appeared in arbitration proceedings and also conducted arbitration proceedings as an Arbitrator. Appointed as Panel Advocate of Government of Assam and also of Oil India Limited. Appointed as Junior Government Advocate of the Government of Assam on 27.06.2001 and Senior Government Advocate of the Government of Arunachal Pradesh on 04.08.2014. Became permanent Judge w.e.f. 12.11.2018.
Justice Kalyan Rai Surana
Born on December 13, 1965. Graduated in Commerce (Major in Management Accountancy & Taxation) in 1988. Obtained LL.B degree in 1991. Enrolled as an Advocate on August 14, 1992. Practiced in various fields of law in the Gauhati High Court and subordinate Courts and also appeared before various Courts and Tribunals in Kolkata and New Delhi. Appointed as Additional Judge of the Gauhati High Court on November 15, 2016. Became permanent Judge w.e.f. 12.11.2018.
Justice Nelson Sailo
Born on 9th October, 1968, he did his schooling in almost all the states in the north-east. He passed his matriculation from St. Paul’s High School, Aizawl (now St. Paul’s Higher Secondary School) under the Mizoram Board of School Education. Graduated in Arts from St. Anthony’s College, Shillong under the North Eastern Hill University (NEHU) and obtained law degree from Shillong Law College, NEHU in the year 1995.
He enrolled himself as an Advocate in the Bar Council of Assam, Nagaland, Meghalaya, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh in the year 1996 and started his practice in the Principle Seat of the Gauhati High Court from the same year under an able and competent senior. He also appeared in the Subordinate Courts, both in the original and appellate side (both civil and criminal), including Boards, District Consumer Forum, State Consumer Commission and Tribunals (CAT, MACT) etc.
On April, 1998, he took charge of the Office of the Assistant Advocate General, Mizoram at Aizawl and after a month, he was appointed as the Government Advocate for the Gauhati High Court, Aizawl Bench. On 04.09.2003, he was appointed as the Public Prosecutor for the Aizawl Bench of the Gauhati High Court. Thereafter, on 02.02.2007 he was appointed as the Additional Advocate General, Mizoram in which post he continued till 31.9.2011.
He was also appointed as Legal Adviser of the Joint Electricity Regulatory Commission for the State of Manipur and Mizoram. He was designated as a Senior Advocate by the Gauhati High Court on 2010. On 01.12.2010, he was nominated by the Chief Justice of the Gauhati High Court as Member of the North-Eastern Judicial Officers Training Institute (NEJOTI) for a period of three years. He was elected as the Vice-President of the Mizoram Bar Association for three terms viz; 2008-2010, 2011-2012 and 2014-2016 and on 26.08.2016 he was elected as the President of the Bar Association for the year 2016-2018. He is a Life Member of the Bar Association of India. On 25.07.2012, he was appointed as the Legal Adviser of the Mizoram University and on 25.07.2012 he was appointed as the Standing Counsel for the Aizawl Bench of the Gauhati High Court. He was elevated as an Additional Judge of the Gauhati High Court on 15.11.2016. Became permanent Judge w.e.f. 12.11.2018.
Justice Ajit Borthakur
Born on 01-12-1961, he did his M.A, LL.B from Gauhati University. He joined in Grade-III of Assam Judicial Service and initially appointed as Munshiff-cum-Judicial Magistrate at Silchar on 03-12-1988. He was promoted to Grade-II of Assam Judicial Service and worked as Deputy Registrar, Gauhati High Court, from 25-05-2001 to 14-11-2005. He was promoted to adhoc Grade-I of Assam Judicial Service and joined as Additional District & Sessions Judge (F.T.C.) at Nagaon on 01-11-2006 and then regularized in the same grade of the service from 04-02-2008. He worked as District & Sessions Judge, Sivasagar from 30-06-2008 to 02-02-2011, Registrar (vigilance), Gauhati High Court from 03-02-2011 to 02-03-2012, District & Sessions Judge Sonitpur, Tezpur from 07-03-2012 to 28-01-2015 and District & Sessions Judge, Kamrup (M), Guwahati from 02-02-2015. He was promoted to the Selection Grade of Grade-I of Assam Judicial Service from 04-02-2013 and as the super time scale District & Sessions Judge from 05-02-2016. Elevated as Additional Judge of Gauhati High Court on 15-11-2016. Became permanent Judge w.e.f. 12.11.2018.
Justice Hitesh Kumar Sarma
Justice Hitesh Kumar Sarma was born on 1st July, 1960 at Pathsala, Assam, did his schooling in Bajali HS & MP School, Pathsala, completed his graduation in Arts from Bajali College, Pathshala, in the year 1981 and did LL.B from JB Law College, Guwahati, in the year 1985.
Prior to joining the Assam Judicial Service, as Judicial Magistrate at Tinsukia, on 08-12-1988, he joined the legal practice at Barpeta District Bar. He joined the Gauhati High Court, Guwahati as Deputy Registrar, on promotion. In the year 2005, he was posted as Chief Judicial Magistrate, Kamrup (Guwahati), promoted as Additional District & Sessions Judge (FTC), in the year 2006 and posted at Kamrup, Guwahati. During the period from April, 2007 to 1st week of February, 2011 worked in the Gauhati High Court as Registrar (Judicial), Registrar (Administration) and as Registrar (Vigilance). On transfer, posted as District Judge, Sivasagar, thereafter, served as District & Sessions Judge, Goalpara and Kamrup (Metro). In June, 2012, appointed as Registrar General of the Gauhati High Court and then deputed to the Government of Assam as Legal Remembrancer and Secretary, Judicial Department, Government of Assam. Thereafter, posted as Special Judge, CBI and NIA, Assam. In the year 2015 again, he was posted as Registrar General of the Gauhati High Court and continued to be the Registrar General till his elevation as Additional Judge, Gauhati High Court on 19-05-2017. Became permanent Judge w.e.f. 25.04.2019.
Justice Sarma was a Super Time Scale District Judge before his elevation to the Gauhati High Court as Additional Judge. During the period 2013-2016, he was the President of the Assam Judicial Service Officers Association.
Justice Sanjay Kumar Medhi
Justice Sanjay Kumar Medhi was born to Late Surendra Nath Medhi and Smt. Parul Medhi at Guwahati on 07.03.1971. He completed his schooling from the Don Bosco School, Guwahati and thereafter the Higher Secondary (Science) from Cotton College, Guwahati in flying colours. In the year 1988, he took admission in the prestigious Ramjas College, Delhi University where he pursued and obtained the B.A. degree with Honours in Economics in 1991. Thereafter from 1991 to 1994 he was enrolled as a LLB student in Campus Law Centre in the University of Delhi. On obtaining the LLB Degree, in 1994 he enrolled himself as an Advocate for the North East Bar Council on 30.11.1994. In the meantime he had started his practice with Jain Hansaria & Company, a law firm of national repute. In July 1995, he came back to Guwahati and started his practice mainly at the Gauhati High Court under the guidance of his illustrious father Late Surendra Nath Medhi who was a Senior Advocate at that time. Justice Sanjay Kumar Medhi was appointed as the Standing Counsel of the Gauhati High Court in the year 2012, which he continued till his elevation. On 06.04.2017 he was designated as a Senior Advocate and in November, 2017 he was appointed as the Additional Advocate General, Assam. Sri Medhi has been elevated as an Additional Judge of the Gauhati High Court on 19.11.2018. Became permanent Judge w.e.f. 10.11.2020.
Justice Nani Tagia
Born on 16.05.1969. Did schooling from Govt. Higher Secondary School, Ziro, Lower Subansiri District, Arunachal Pradesh. B.A. from Govt. College, Itanagar (Arunachal University). LL.B. from Campus Law Centre (Delhi University). Designated as Senior Advocate by the Gauhati High Court on 04.08.2014. Elevated as Additional Judge of the Gauhati High Court on 19.11.2018. Became permanent Judge w.e.f. 10.11.2020.
Justice Manish Choudhury
Born on 01.03.1972 to Late Kshitish Chandra Choudhury and Smt. Mira Choudhury, Justice Manish Choudhury passed the High School Leaving Certificate Examination, 1987 as a rank holder from Cotton Collegiate School, Guwahati. After passing the Higher Secondary (Science) Examination, 1989 from Cotton College, Guwahati with distinction, he joined Ramjas College, University of Delhi to pursue B.A. (Honours) in Economics. After completing graduation in the year 1992, he completed Masters in Economics in 1994 in 1st Class and obtained LL.B. Degree from J.B. Law College under the Gauhati University. He served as a Lecturer in Economics at Damdama College and North Gauhati College from October, 1995 to November, 1997. In November, 1997, he joined Unit Trust of India ISL at Kolkata where he served till August, 1999. After tendering resignation therefrom, he enrolled himself in the Bar Council of Assam, etc. on 27.08.1999. Practiced mainly in the Principal Seat as well as in the Aizawl Bench, Itanagar Bench and Kohima Bench of the Gauhati High Court. Also attended the Central Administrative Tribunal, the Courts of the District & Sessions Judge in the districts of Assam, the Court of Special Judge, Assam, the Court of Special Judge, CBI, Assam, the Assam Administrative Tribunal, the Assam Board of Revenue, etc. Was Standing Counsel of the Directorate of Land Records, Assam from 2009 to 2016 and Senior Standing Counsel, Higher Education Department, Assam during 2014 to 2016. Was retainer counsel of a number of organizations, companies and PSUs. Appointed Member, State Law Commission, Assam on 24.06.2015. As a Resource Person, he attended Training Programmes organized by Assam State Legal Services Authority all over Assam. On 06.04.2017, he was designated as Senior Advocate by the Gauhati High Court. Elevated as Additional Judge of the Gauhati High Court on 18.01.2019. Became permanent Judge w.e.f. 10.11.2020.
Justice Soumitra Saikia
Justice Soumitra Saikia obtained his LLB degree from J.B. Law College under the Gauhati University in the year 1995. He started his practice after being admitted to be an Advocate of the Bar Council of the Assam, Nagaland, Meghalaya, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh & Sikkim on 20th September 1995. He practiced in revenue & taxation matters, labour and service matters, corporate matters, arbitration and contract matters. He also appeared in a few civil and criminal appeals before the High Court. He appeared in several important matters and represented various Public Sector Enterprises in several matters. He also represented various departments under the Government of Assam like PWD, Secondary Education, Finance & Taxation, Agriculture Marketing Board to name a few, as well as the AICTE as its standing counsel for a few years. He was the Senior Standing Counsel for the Income Tax Department for several years for the Gauhati High Court. He was appointed as an Additional Advocate General for the State of Arunachal Pradesh in August 2016 and which he continued to be till his elevation. He was also appointed as Secretary of the Indian Law Institute (ILI) Assam Chapter. He was elevated to the Bench as an Additional Judge on 26.11.2019.
Justice Parthivjyoti Saikia
Son of Sri Purna Chandra Saikia, retired District and Sessions Judge. He was born on 18.04.1965. He had completed his school at Guwahati and thereafter completed his education at Nagaon. He has joined Assam Judicial Service in the year 1992. Worked as District and Sessions Judge since September, 2011, in between, he had also held the position of Member Secretary, Assam State Legal Service Authority. Elevated as Additional Judge of the Gauhati High Court on 26.11.2019. At the time of elevation, he was working as District and Sessions Judge, Tinsukia.
Justice Robin Phukan
Born in Shillong in the year 1966. Did early schooling in Shillong and, thereafter, at Sivasagar, Assam. Obtained B.Sc. degree from Sivasagar College, Joysagar in the year 1986. Pursued LL.B. from Govt. Law College (erstwhile Earl Law College), Guwahati and LL.M. from Gauhati University.
Joined Assam Judicial Service in the year 1993 and served at different places in Assam in different capacities till elevation to Gauhati High Court on 21.06.2021, as Additional Judge.
Also served in Gauhati High Court as Registrar (Administration), Registrar (Vigilance) and Registrar General.
Justice Kakheto Sema
Justice Kakheto Sema was born on 06-07-1963 in Mokokchung, Nagaland. He did his schooling from Christ King School, Kohima, and T.M. High School Kohima, and obtained his B.A. degree from Synod College, Shillong, under North Eastern Hill University (NEHU). After completing his LL.B. degree from New Law College, Bombay, under the University of Bombay (now Mumbai), he enrolled as an Advocate under the Bar Council of Assam, Nagaland, etc. on 20.09.1989. Practiced in the Gauhati High Court, Kohima Bench, and the Subordinate Courts of Nagaland in constitutional, service, criminal and civil cases. He was appointed as the Additional Advocate General of Nagaland on 12-06-2012 and designated as a Senior Advocate by the Gauhati High Court on 04-08-2014. Thereafter, he was appointed as the Sr. Additional Advocate General, Nagaland, on 18-07-2016 and continued in that capacity till his elevation as an Additional Judge of the Gauhati High Court on 13-10-2021.
Justice Devashis Baruah
Born in a family, where his grandfather Late B.D.S. Barooah, retired as a District Judge and his father Late Justice D.N. Baruah, retired as Judge of the Gauhati High Court; Justice Devashis Baruah completed his schooling from Don Bosco School, Guwahati in the year 1989, his graduation in B.A. (History) from the Cotton College, Guwahati in the year 1994 and obtained his LL.B from Campus Law Centre, Delhi University in the year, 1997.
After obtaining his Law degree, he started practicing before the Gauhati High Court at its Principal Seat as well as before its outlying benches. He also appeared regularly before the Civil Courts and Tribunals. He practiced in diverse fields such as civil, constitutional, taxation, arbitration and company matters.
He was the Standing Counsel of the Election Commission of India since 2009 till his elevation. He was also the Additional Advocate General of Assam at the time of his elevation.
He was elevated as an Additional Judge, Gauhati High Court on 13.10.2021.
Justice Malasri Nandi
Early schooling from Visva Bharati University, Shantiniketan, graduation from Lady Brabourne College, Kolkata with political science (Hons.), obtained LL.B. Degree from Nagaon Law College. Joined as Judicial Officer in the year 1994 holding different posts across Assam. Worked as District & Sessions Judge, Bongaigaon and Tinsukia. Also holds the post of Member, MACT, Tezpur. Was holding the post of District & Sessions Judge, Silchar before elevation as Additional Judge of the Gauhati High Court on 13th October, 2021.
Justice Marli Vankung
Justice Marli Vankung was born on 04-03-1964 at Aizawl to Brig. (late) C. Vankunga. She joined NEHU to pursue B.A. (English Hons.) and after having obtained LL.B. and M. Phil (International Legal Studies) degrees from the University of Delhi and Jawaharlal Nehru University, New Delhi, joined the Mizoram Judicial Service on 10-09-1989. After separation of the judiciary from the executive in the State of Mizoram, she held various posts such as Member Secretary, Mizoram State Legal Services Authority; Addl. District & Sessions Judge, Aizawl; District and Sessions Judge, Lunglei Judicial District; Presiding Officer, MACT, Aizawl; and Secretary, Law and Judicial Department, Govt. of Mizoram.
Justice Vankung attended various seminars/ programmes including the International Visitor’s Program on ‘Administration of Justice in the U.S’ in Washington D.C from 9th August to 30th August 2001, and the Advocates International Meet at Seoul, South Korea from 20th – 23rd October 2001. She also assisted an NGO called ‘International Justice Mission’ whose mission was to rescue minor girls forced into prostitution from the red light areas of Mumbai and took steps towards the prosecution of the brothel keepers and pimps involved.
Elevated as Additional Judge of the Gauhati High Court on 13-10-2021.
Justice Arun Dev Choudhury
Having completed B.A. from Cotton College, Guwahati in the year 1992, he completed his Master Degree in Economics from Gauhati University in the year 1995. Thereafter, he obtained LL.B. degree from Government Law College, Guwahati in the year 2000 and enrolled as an Advocate in the Bar Council of Assam etc. on 22.11.2000.
He practiced before the Gauhati High Court at the Principal Seat as well as before the outlying Benches, mainly dealing with constitutional matters, civil matters, arbitration matters, service matters etc. He also practiced before various Civil Courts and Tribunals within the jurisdiction of Gauhati High Court.
He was the Standing Counsels for different authorities/ institutions like Education Department, Government of Assam, Krishna Kanta Handique State Open University, the Assam Co-Operative Apex Bank etc. He was appointed as Additional Advocate General, State of Mizoram for the Principal Seat of the Gauhati High Court on 03.04.2019 and he continued in that capacity till his elevation.
He has been elevated as Additional Judge of the Guahati High Court on 05.11.2021.
Chief Justice Ravi Shankar Jha
Born on 14th October, 1961. His Lordship son of late Shri Arun Shanker Jha, who is great grandson of Rai Saheb Pandit Lajja Shanker Jha, founder of Government Pt. Lajja Shanker Jha Model School of Excellence, Jabalpur and grandson of Padma Bhushan Dr. V.S. Jha, Ex Vice Chancellor of B.H.U, Chairman, Common Wealth Education Liason, London etc.
After obtaining degree in law (LL.B.) in 1986 from University Teaching Department, Rani Durgawati Vishwavidyalaya, Jabalpur, His Lordship got enrolled himself as an Advocate on 20.09.1986 with the State Bar Council of Madhya Pradesh and joined the chamber of Shri P.P. Naolekar in the year 1986, who later became Judge of the Madhya Pradesh High Court and retired as Hon’ble Judge of the Supreme Court of India and thereafter served as Lokayukta, Madhya Pradesh.
His Lordship was in active and continuous practice in the High Court of Madhya Pradesh since the day of enrolment and the CAT and SAT since their establishment and continuously and extensively dealt with Constitutional vires matters, TAX, N.S.A Election and other Constitutional Matters for the State of Madhya Pradesh apart from civil services, constitutional and criminal matters. His Lordship was counsel for the High Court of Madhya Pradesh, Bhilai Steel Plant, Food Corporation of India, M.P. State Minor Forest Produce Trading & Development Federation and others.
He was appointed as an Additional Judge of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh on 18th October, 2005 and Permanent Judge on 2nd February, 2007.
His Lordship was appointed as Acting Chief Justice of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh on 10th June, 2019.
Took oath as Chief Justice of this Court on 6th October, 2019.
Justice Ajay Tewari
Full Name: AJAY TEWARI
Name of Father : Shri Vijay Tewari
Address: #66, Sector 7, Chandigarh
Date of Birth: 06-04-1960
Family Background: A third generation Lawyer.
Educational Qualification: Passed ISC from St. John's School, Chd. in 1976 with 74%.
Passed BA (Eco. Hons) P.U in 1979 with 59% marks.
Passed LL.B. From P.U. In 1982 with 60% marks.
Passed LL.M. From Punjabi University in 1984 with 62% marks.
Stood First Class First in LL.M
Other Honours: Was awarded College Colours for Debate and Declamation.
Practice 26 Years.
(a) Nature of Practice: Civil, Criminal Constitutional, Taxation, Labour, Company, Service etc. etc.
(b) Field of Specialization: Civil, Service and Constitutional
Justice Ritu Bahri
Her Lordship was born on October 11, 1962 at Jalandhar. She belongs to a family of illustrious Lawyers. Her great grand-father Late Shri Karam Chand Bahri was a well known Lawyer of his times on the civil side. Her grand-father Late Shri Som Dutt Bahri also practiced Law on the civil side and was also Member Legislative Assembly, Punjab, from 1952 to 1957. Her father Hon'ble Mr. Justice Amrit Lal Bahri retired as Judge of Punjab & Haryana High Court in the year 1994. Her Lordship did her schooling from Carmel Convent School, Chandigarh, and graduation in Economics (Hons.) from Government College for Women, Chandigarh in the year 1982 in Ist Division. Thereafter, she did her Law from Punjab University, Chandigarh, in the year 1985 in Ist Divison. She was enrolled as an Advocate in the year 1986 with Bar Council of Punjab & Haryana and started practice in Punjab & Haryana High Court. She was appointed as Assistant Advocate General, Haryana, in March 1992. Thereafter, she was appointed as Deputy Advocate General, Haryana, in August 1999 and Senior Advocate General, Haryana, in December 2009. While reprsenting the State of Haryana, she handled several cases relating to Service matters, land Acquisition, Taxation, Revenue, Labour cases and MACT cases. She was elevated as Judge of the Punjab & Haryana High Court on August 16, 2010.
Justice Tejinder Singh Dhindsa
His Lordship was born on March 6, 1961 at Ambala Cantonment. Having completed his graduation in Law from Panjab University, Chandigarh in the year 1985, his Lordship was enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council for the States of Punjab and Haryana in the same year. His Lordship as an Advocate conducted cases primarily pertaining to civil and service matters. His Lordship was elevated as an Additional Judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court on 30th September, 2011.
Justice Gurmeet Singh Sandhawalia
His Lordship was born on November 1, 1965 and did B.A.(Hons.) from DAV College, Chandigarh in 1986 and his L.L.B from the Panjab University, Chandigarh in 1989. His Lordship was enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council of Punjab and Haryana, Chandigarh in August in the same year. His Lordship has represented the Union Territory, Chandigarh Administration, Panjab University, Chandigarh, the Official Liquidator attached to the Punjab and Haryana High Court, the Punjab Financial Corporation, the Punjab State Cooperative Supply and Marketing Federation (MARKFED), Punjab State Electricity Board, Food Corporation of India, Punjab State Agricultural and Marketing Board, Punjab State Civil Supplies Corporation and the Punjab and Haryana High Court. His Lordship has handled a mixed bag of work pertaining to Criminal, Civil, Service,Land Acquisition and Constitutional law on the private side besides being on the panel of the aforesaid institutions. His Lordship has been a sportsman during his College days representing his College and University in the sport of Lawn Tennis. His Lordship belongs to a legal family as his Lordship's father was Chief Justice of Punjab and Haryana High Court From 1978 to 1983, and of the Patna High Court from 1983 to 1987. His Lordship was elevated to the Bench on September 30, 2011, as an additional Judge and became permanent judge of this Court on January 24, 2014. His Lordship is a member of the Hon'ble Mediation and Conciliation Committee, Hon'ble Recruitment and Promotion Committee (Superior Judicial Service) and Hon'ble Recruitment and Promotion Committee (Subordinate Judicial Service). His Lordship had remained a member of Hon'ble Vigilance/Disciplinary Committee and Hon'ble RTI Committee of the Punjab and Haryana High Court.
Justice M.S. Ramachandra Rao
He was born on 07.08.1966 at Hyderabad. He studied B.Sc.(Hons.)(Mathematics) from Bhavans New Science College, Osmania University. He stood first in the University in B.Sc.(Hons.) Mathematics course. He passed LL.B. from University College of Law, Osmania University, Hyderabad in 1989 and was awarded CVSS Acharyulu Gold Medal by the Osmania University for securing highest marks in the final year LL.B.
He enrolled as an Advocate on 07.09.1989.
He secured LL.M. from the University of Cambridge U.K. in 1991. He was awarded the Cambridge Common Wealth Scholarship and the Bank of Credit and Commerce International Scholarship for study of the LL.M. course at the Cambridge University, U.K. He was also awarded the Pegasus Scholarship by the Scholarship Trust, Inner Temple, London and was provided training in the Brick Court Chambers, Middle Temple, London and in Clifford Chance, a multinational Solicitors from London.
As Advocate, he was counsel for Insurance Regulatory and Development Authority, State Bank of India, State of Hyderabad, District Cooperative Central Bank, Power Grid Corporation of India Limited, A.P. State Financial Corporation, The Institure of Public Enterprise and the Security and Exchange Board of India and several companies and financial Institutions. He was also appointed by the State Government of Andhra Pradesh as a Special Government Pleader in The High Court to deal with Urban Land Ceiling Matters.
He had practiced law in the area of Civil Law, Arbitration, Company Law, Administrative and Constitutional Law, Labour and Service Law.
His father Mr. Justice M. Jagannadha Rao was a former Judge of The Supreme Court of India (1997-2000) and former Chairman of Law Commission of India. His grand father M.S. Ramachandra Rao was also a Judge of The High Court of Andhra Pradesh from 1960-1961.
His Lordship Sri Justice M.S. Ramachandra Rao was elevated as Addl. Judge of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh on 29.06.2012. Appointed as Judge of High Court of Andhra Pradesh and assumed charge as such on 04.12.2013. Appointed to perform the duties of the office of the Chief Justice, High Court for the State of Telangana w.e.f. 31.08.2021 forenoon.
Transferred as Judge of Punjab and Haryana High Court and assumed charge of office on the forenoon on 12.10.2021.
Justice Amol Rattan Singh
Born on 19.08.1960 at Hoshiarpur. He did post-graduation- M.A. (English) in 1981 and L.L.B. from Panjab University, Chandigarh, in 1985. He was enrolled as an Advocate on 30.6.1985 and handled Service & Civil matters. He was appointed as Additional (Junior) Counsel for the State of Haryana at the Supreme Court of India in 1994- 1995, Assistant Advocate General, Haryana in June 1995 and Deputy Advocate General, Haryana in 2004.Thus remained Haryana State Law Officer for 10 years. In the above capacities handled all kinds of litigation for the State in Civil and Service matters, in the High Court and Central Administrative Tribunal, Accident Claims, Public Interest litigation, Land Acquisition, Service matters, Labour related matters, etc. Remained Counsel for the Koul Commission (investigating the Police firing incidents at Bahadurgarh, District Jhajjar), for a short period. Thereafter, he was appointed as Additional Advocate General, Punjab, on 7.9.2005 and continued as such till 20.12.2012. In this capacity, mainly handled sales tax (VAT) matters and Public Interest Litigation, alongwith other, varied, miscellaneous matters. Sworn in as an Additional Judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court on 21.12.2012.
Justice Fateh Deep Singh
His Lordship was born on 8th July, 1960 at Amritsar (Punjab). Did B.A. and L.L.M. from Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar. Enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council for the States of Punjab and Haryana. Thereafter, joined as Additional District and Sessions Judge on May 10, 1999. Subsequently, became Sessions Judge in October 12, 2007 and was later elevated as an Additional Judge of Punjab and Haryana High Court on June 20, 2013 and thereafter as Permanent Judge on 19.12.2014.
Justice Harinder Singh Sidhu
Born on 17th May, 1961. B.A. (Hons.) in 1982, LL.B in 1985 and LL.M. in 1987 from Panjab University. Remained Assistant Advocate General, Deputy Advocate General and Additional Advocate General, Punjab. Elevated as Additional Judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court on 28th December, 2013 and thereafter as Permanent Judge on 19th December, 2014.
Justice Arun Palli
His Lordship was born to Mrs. Sarla and Mr. P.K. Palli on 18th September, 1964, at Patiala. He completed his graduation in Commerce in the year 1985 from Panjab University, Chandigarh. He qualified his law in 1988 and joined the profession in the same year, starting his practice in the High Court of Punjab and Haryana. He was enrolled as a member of the Bar Council of Punjab and Haryana on 13th August 1988.
During his period at the bar, he practiced in various fields of law such as civil, revenue, constitutional and industrial and labour law. He joined as Additional Advocate General, Punjab on 1st September, 2004 and continued in office till March, 2007. During this period, he handled many important matters for the State of Punjab specially entrusted to him. His Lordship was appointed as Additional Central Government Standing Counsel on 29th July 2004 from which he later resigned in December, 2004. His Lordship was designated as a Senior Advocate on 26th April, 2007. His Lordship was appointed as an Amicus by the High Court in a few contentious matters and also argued important propositions before Full Benches and matters admitted to Division Benches. His Lordship conducted several matters in the High Court of Himachal Pradesh and also appeared before Supreme Court of India and Delhi High Court.
His Lordship was appointed as an Additional Judge of High Court of Punjab and Haryana on 28th December, 2013 and thereafter as Permanent Judge on 19.12.2014.
His Lordship's great grandfather and grandfather were renowned lawyers of District Bar, Patiala. His Lordship's late father was also a designated Senior Counsel and was later elevated to the Bench and retired in the year 1998 from the High Court of Himachal Pradesh
Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma
NAME : Hon'ble Mr. Justice Sanjeev Prakash Sharma
SOURCE : BAR
DATE OF BIRTH : 27-Sep-1964
INITIAL JOINING : 16-Nov-2016
JOINING AT PHC : 01-Jan-2022
DATE OF RETIREMENT : 26-Sep-2026
Justice Lisa Gill
Her Lordship completed schooling at Carmel Convent School, Sector 9, Chandigarh, graduated in the discipline of humanities from GCG, Sector 11, Chandigarh and is an alumni of the Department of Laws, Panjab University having pursued B.A. LL.B. (three years) and LL.M. from there. Enrolled as an Advocate in the year 1990 and practiced at the Punjab and Haryana High Court. Dealt with cases of various kinds including criminal, civil, service, revenue and constitutional. Represented Union Territory, Chandigarh for a number of years as well as some of the Boards and Corporations. Elevated to the Bench of the Punjab and Haryana High Court on 31.03.2014.
Justice Sureshwar Thakur
Born on 18.5.1963 at Shimla. Father, Justice late Sh. Hira Singh Thakur, was a Judge of the Himachal Pradesh High Court. Mother Smt. Nirmala Thakur is highly educated and is a renowned English poetess. Had schooling from St. Edwards School, Shimla and from the same school, completed I.C.S.E in the year 1979. Bachelor’s degree in Arts (Honours) was obtained from Govt. Degree College, Shimla. Bachelor’s degree in law was obtained from the Himachal Pradesh University. Commenced practice in the High Court of Himachal Pradesh in the year 1987 and handled civil, criminal and constitutional work. Remained as Addl. Central Government Standing Counsel from 1994 till 2000. Also in the above phase, served for a brief stint, as litigation Incharge, for conducting the cases of Union of India, in the High Court of Himachal Pradesh. In the year 2001 was selected as Addl. District & Sessions Judge and had his debut posting as Addl. District & Sessions Judge (II), Kangra at Dharamshala.
Thereafter, from September 2002 till May 2005 served as Additional District and Sessions Judge, Mandi. Subsequently, served as District and Sessions Judge, Kinnaur at Rampur from June 2005 till October, 2005. Thereafter, uptill April 2008 served as Presiding Officer, Labour Court, Kangra at Dharamshala. From April 2008 till 2009, served as District and Sessions Judge, Bilaspur. Thereafter, till October 2010 served as President of the District Consumer Disputes Redressal Forum, Shimla. From October, 2010 till July 2012, served as District and Sessions Judge, Sirmaur at Nahan. Subsequently, till April, 2013, served as District and Sessions Judge, Kangra at Dharamshala. From 1st May, 2013 till 4th May, 2014 served as Registrar, High Court of Himachal Pradesh. Elevated as Additional Judge of the High Court of Himachal Pradesh and assumed office as such on 5th May, 2014 (FN).
Took oath as Judge of the High Court of Himachal Pradesh on 30th November 2014 (Forenoon).
On transfer as Judge of Punjab and Haryana High Court, Chandigarh, took oath and assumed office on 25.10.2021 (Forenoon).
Justice B.S. Walia
Justice Raj Mohan Singh
His Lordship was born on 18th of August 1962 at Bhiwani in a well known Rajput family. Great great grandfather of his Lordship Sardar Bahadur, Capt. Umda Singh was a Member of Victorian Order (MVO) and was Aid-De-Camp (ADC) to King of United Kingdom Edward VII during his time. Later he remained Hony. Magistrate of Tehsil Bhiwani. Great grandfather of his Lordship, Rai Bahadur, Hony. Lt.Sukhpal Singh was a recipient of 'Indian Defence Services Medal' (IDSM) and was Administrator of Bhaji State (H.P.). The family of his Lordship had an inclination towards Armed Forces and the family is full of persons having Army and BSF decorations. However, his Lordship's father Sh. Mahender Pal Singh was the only exception, who served in the Haryana Roadways and retired as a Traffic Manager in the year 1986.
His Lordship completed his primary and secondary education from Bhiwani and joined LL.B. in the year 1982 at Kurukshetra University. After completing LL.B., his Lordship joined the profession at Punjab and Haryana High Court under the able guidance of his uncle/ fufa ji Sh.Surinder Singh Rathore, who later became a judge of this Hon'ble Court.
His Lordship had a very diversified practice having good number of civil, criminal, service, labour law cases and cases relating to land laws arising out of miscellaneous local laws of Punjab and Haryana.
His Lordship got married in the year 1989 and is blessed with a son and a daughter.
During his career as a lawyer, his Lordship was elected thrice as a Member of Bar Council of Punjab and Haryana (Term from 2002-2014). He also remained Hony. Secretary of Bar Council of Punjab and Haryana from 2004 to 2005. Before elevation as Additional Judge of this Hon'ble Court, his Lordship was holding the position of Member Bar Council of India (BCI), representing the States of Punjab, Haryana and U.T.Chandigarh in the Bar Council of India.
His Lordship was elevated to the bench on 25th September, 2014.
Justice Jaishree Thakur
Name : Hon'ble Ms. Justice Jaishree Thakur
Date of Birth : 24.07.1961
Educational Qualification : B.A., LL.B., LL.M.
Date of Enrolment : 19.07.1986
Date of Elevation : 25.09.2014
Judge, Rajasthan High Court : 05.01.2015
Prof. Area of Specialization : Civil, Company, Services and Rent Law matters
Was born on the 24h of July 1961 at Chandigarh. Her father was a Professor having taught both English Literature and Persian. Did her schooling from Sacred Heart School at Chandigarh and did her graduation from Government College for Women Chandigarh with History(Hons.) in 1st Division in the year 1981. Thereafter, did her Law from Punjab University, Chandigarh, in the year 1984 and LL.M. (Specialization in Company Law) in 1986 with 1st Division. Was enrolled as an Advocate in the year 1986 with Bar Council of Punjab & Haryana and started practice in the Punjab & Haryana High Court at Chandigarh. Was appointed as Deputy Advocate General Punjab in March 1992 and remained in office till November 1992. Had taught as Part Time Lecturer in the Law Department Punjab University for six years. Also remained as Additional Senior Standing Counsel for Chandigarh Administration. In her private practice, dealt mainly with civil and corporate matters. Has been a reporter with the Indian Law Reporter for a number of years and was appointed as Editor in 2013 and remained as such till her elevation. Has been awarded college colors for sports. Apart from sports was also involved in Theater both during college and after. Was elevated as Judge of the Punjab & Haryana High Court on 25th September 2014. Was transferred to Rajasthan High Court and assumed the charge on 5th January, 2015. Now her Lordship has been transferred to this Court and assumed the charge on 5th October, 2016.
Justice Deepak Sibal
Born in a family of lawyers, after having been designated as a Senior Advocate by the Punjab and Haryana High Court, was elevated as Additional Judge of the same Court on 25.09.2014. Thereafter, on 23.05.2016, was administered oath as Permanent Judge.
Justice Anupinder Singh Grewal
Born on 10.03.1964 in originally agriculturist family from Ludhiana district in Punjab . Father retired as Chief Engineer ,Punjab PWD (B&R) in 1981. Late maternal grandfather retired as IAS officer in 1956. Did schooling from St.John's High School, Chandigarh and ISC-12 in 1982 from Yadavindra Public School, Patiala . Thereafter, completed his graduation in B.A. honours (History) in 1985 and postgraduation in M.A. (History) in 1987 from St.Stephen's College, Delhi. Completed his LL.B. in 1992 from University of Delhi. Started his practice in 1992 at Punjab & Haryana High Court. Appointed as Assistant Advocate General ,Punjab from 10.03.1995 to 21.04.1997; then as Deputy Advocate General from 13.06.1997 till his re-designation as Senior Deputy Advocate General on 16.04.2002 and worked as such till 07.09.2005 , Additional Advocate General, Punjab from 07.09.2005 till elevation. Argued important cases pertaining to Civil, Constitutional, Criminal, Service, Land Acquisition, Public Interest Litigation, for over 19 years on behalf of State of Punjab. Appointed as Central Government Counsel in November, 2007 for conducting cases before Punjab & Haryana High Court and appeared in important cases for Union of India including LPAs, CEA, Arbitration cases, writ petitions challenging orders of CAT. Appointed as Senior Panel Counsel for conducting Central Government cases in the High Court of Punjab & Haryana w.e.f 30th November 2009 and continued till elevation. Conducted matters pertaining to Public Interest Litigation, Writs challenging vires of Central Acts and other important litigation for the Union of India . Appointed Amicus Curaie by Punjab and Haryana High Court in several important cases including the matter where effect of judicial officer pronouncing orders/judgments without signing or detailing reasons was in question, titled as “ Court on its own motion vs State of Punjab and others”, reported as (2007) 4 RCR 731. Conducted cases before other forums including AAFIR, CAT and Arbitration Tribunals. Represented the Punjab State in Cooch Behar Trophy ( Board of Control For Cricket in India ) Tournaments (1978-82). Had the best round in Juris Cup Golf ( All India Tournament for Lawyers & Judges) in 2002, 2004, 2005 and 2008. Elevated on 25.09.2014 as an Additional Judge at Punjab & Haryana High Court. Transferred to Rajasthan High Court on 19.12.2014 and sworn in as a permanent Judge on 20.05.2016. Transferred to Punjab & Haryana High Court and assumed charge on 05.10.2016.
Justice Harminder Singh Madaan
Born on August 4, 1961 at Jalandhar. Educational qualification : B.Sc., L.L.M. Practiced at District Courts, Jalandhar for about six years. Joined Punjab Civil Services (Judicial Branch) in February, 1990. Promoted as Additional District and Sessions Judge in the year 2000 and as District and Sessions Judge in February 2011 and served as District and Sessions Judge at Amritsar and Patiala. Was member of Punjab Legal Services Authority and Sikh Gurdwara Tribunal. Elevated as Additional Judge of Punjab and Haryana High Court on December 12, 2016.
Justice Gurvinder Singh Gill
Born on 12th of May, 1964 at Mansa (Punjab). Enrolled as an Advocate in 1987. Practiced, mainly criminal law, at Punjab and Haryana High Court, Chandigarh for about 14 years. Appointed as Additional District & Sessions Judge, Punjab in 2001 and worked as such at Fatehgarh Sahib; S.B.S. Nagar; Special Judge, CBI, Punjab at Patiala; and as Presiding Officer, Industrial Tribunal, Ludhiana.
Designated as District & Sessions Judge in 2011 and worked as such at Fatehgarh Sahib and at Rupnagar. Appointed as Registrar General, Punjab & Haryana High Court, in June 2013 and worked as such till 28th June 2017, when sworn in as Additional Judge of High Court of Punjab and Haryana at Chandigarh. Appointed as permanent Judge on 3.12.2018
Justice Arvind Singh Sangwan
Born on 23.12.1962, His Lordship did schooling from D.A.V Higher Secondary School Karnal and B.A. from Dayal Singh College Karnal. After doing LL.B from Kurukshetra University, in 1984, His Lordship started practice at District Courts Kurukshetra on civil and revenue side under the able and worthy guidance of his father Late Ch Chander Mani, Advocate who was one of top leading Civil Lawyer since 1952. In practice his lordship handled all types of Civil suits, Civil appeals, MACT cases, HMA cases, Land Acquisition cases, and few criminal trials as well. After his appointment as an Assistant Advocate General Haryana, His Lordship shifted to Punjab and Haryana High Court at Chandigarh in 1989 and later became Deputy Advocate General in 1990. In March 1991, His Lordship resumed private practice in civil, revenue and criminal side and while in active practice, handling more than 200 new cases every year. He was standing counsel for The Haryana State Election Commission since 2004, other Boards, Corporations, and Education Institutions and represented various Panchayati Raj Institutions of Haryana. His lordship contested important civil and criminal cases, writ petitions pertaining to service, co-operative, and revenue cases and appeals arising out of Motor Accident cases, Matrimonial Cases and Land Acquisition cases. His lordship continuously provided legal training to two or three associate junior lawyers at a time to enable them to establish in profession. His Lordship’s father was also an active social worker and was founder member of 2 D.A.V Education Institutions and an Orphanage at Karnal. His Lordship was elevated as Additional Judge of Punjab and Haryana High Court on 10.7.2017 and sworn in as Permanent Judge on December 03, 2018.
Justice Rajbir Sehrawat
His Lordship was born on 31st October, 1962 in Village Jagsi District Sonepat (Haryana). His Lordship's father late Shri Ram Sarup Sehrawat was a renowned school Teacher of the area. His Lordship studied in his village school upto middle standard and thereafter did his schooling from S.M. Hindu High School, Sonepat upto matriculation. After doing his graduation (B.Sc.) (B.ED) from All India Jat Heroes Memorial (AIJHM) College, Rohtak in the year 1982-83. His Lordship took admission in Law Department at Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra in 1983 and obtained Degree in Law in the year 1986 and enrolled as member of Bar Council of Punjab and Haryana. Further did post graduation in Political Science from Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak in the year 1988. His Lordship dealt with the matters pertaining to civil, criminal, Labour, Constitutional and other matters involving intricate questions of law. His Lordship also represented Pt. B.D. Sharma University of Health Sciences, Rohtak since 09.08.2010. Remained as Legal Advisor-cum-standing counsel for (i) Haryana State Handlooms & Handicrafts Corporation ; (b) Haryana State Coop. Housing Development Federation and (iii) Haryana Financial Corporation. His Lordship had also remained in the office of Advocate General, Haryana as Senior Deputy Advocate General, Haryana from 17.7.2001 to 23.02.2004 He was elevated as an Additional Judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, Chandigarh on 10th July, 2017.
Justice Anil Kshetarpal
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Anil Kshetarpal was born on 19.11.1964, and hails from Kurukshetra, having a legal background as his father Sh. S.P. Kshetarpal was also a practicing Advocate at Kurukshetra. In 1987, after completing LL.B., got enrolled with Bar Council of Punjab and Haryana. Started practice at Kurukshetra in 1987. Thereafter, in May, 1988, shifted his practice to Punjab and Haryana High Court and joined the office of Hon'ble Mr. Justice V.K. Bali, Chief Justice (Retd.). In 1991, started his independent practice on civil and constitutional side. In 2014, was designated as Senior Advocate by the Punjab and Haryana High Court. His Lordship was elevated as an Additional Judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, Chandigarh on 10.07.2017.
Justice Avneesh Jhingan
Born on 29.01.1969 in a family of lawyers. Father of His Lordship was a leading lawyer practicing in the Punjab and Haryana High Court. His Lordship did B.Com (Hons.) from Goswami Ganesh Dutta Sanatan Dharma College, Sector 32-C, Chandigarh, and after completing his graduation in Law from Panjab University, Chandigarh, in the year 1992, was enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council for the States of Punjab and Haryana. His Lordship is a keen Badminton player and participated in various tournaments.
His Lordship as an Advocate conducted cases primarily pertaining to civil and tax matters and was elected as Chief Patron of the Punjab Tax Bar Association. His Lordship was elevated as an Additional Judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court on 10.07.2017 and sworn in as Permanent Judge on 03.12.2018.
Justice Mahabir Singh Sindhu
Born on 4th April 1967 in a small agriculturist family and studied upto 10th standard in Government High School of native village Masudpur, District Hisar. Obtained LL.B degree in the year 1992 from Panjab University, Chandigarh and enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council of Punjab and Haryana. Practised in Civil, Criminal, Constitutional, and Service Laws, mainly in the High Court of Punjab and Haryana at Chandigarh.
First generation lawyer in the family.
Represented several institutions, Municipal Councils, Government Boards/Corporations i.e. Haryana Public Service Commission, Kurukshetra University, Indian Red Cross Society (Haryana State Branch), Co-operative Banks , BSNL, etc.
In 1999 appointed as Additional Central Government Standing Counsel in the High Court of Punjab and Haryana and in the year 2000, Additional Government Pleader, Union Territory, Chandigarh.
Remained Deputy Advocate General, Haryana from the year 2004-2008.
In September 2008, appointed as Additional Advocate General, Punjab and worked up to December 2009. Thereafter Appointed as Additional Advocate General, Haryana in December 2009 and resigned from A.G. office in February, 2013 and resumed private practice.
In 2016 included in the panel of advocates to represent the High Court as well as subordinate Courts in the state of Punjab, Haryana and Chandigarh (U.T.).
Member of International Law Association (India).
Remained a member of the State Executive Committee, Union Territory, Chandigarh, constituted under Section 19 of the Persons with Disabilities (Equal Opportunities, Protection of Rights and Full Participation) Act, 1995.
Also remained a member of Managing Committee of Indian Red Cross Society, Haryana State Branch, and Finance Committee of IRCS and St.John Ambulance (India), Haryana State Branch, Chandigarh.
Elevated as an Additional Judge of the High Court of Punjab and Haryana at Chandigarh on 10th July, 2017 and thereafter, as Judge on 03.12.2018.
Justice Sudhir Mittal
Born on 6.6.1961 in a family of Lawyers. His Lordship's grandfather was the first Advocate General, Haryana and father is a Senior Advocate. Being enamoured with the uniform, joined the Army (Corps of Engineers) through National Defence Academy. Served in the Army for 11 years before seeking pre-mature retirement due to domestic reasons at the threshold of joining the prestigious Defence Services Staff College, Wellington. During service in the Army, was decorated with the Chief of Army Staff Commendation and Sena Medal (Gallantry).
After leaving service, studied law at the Panjab University, Chandigarh and was enrolled as an Advocate in the year 1997. Entire practice of almost 20 years was in the Punjab and Haryana High Court at Chandigarh. Represented various institutions like PUDA, Punjab Mandi Board, HSAMB, State Bank of Patiala, Army Welfare Housing Organization, National Institute of Technical Teachers Training and Research, Chandigarh and Punjab and Haryana High Court. Practiced mainly on the civil side which included Constitutional Law, Service Law, Labour Law and Land Laws.
His Lordship has been a keen mountaineer having participated in 5 expeditions during his tenure in the Army. During spare time, enjoys the sport of swimming. Also closely associated with charitable organizations involved with providing holistic support to cancer patients. Elevated as a Judge of Punjab and Haryana High Court on July 10, 2017.
Justice Manjari Nehru Kaul
Justice Harsimran Singh Sethi
His Lordship joined L.LB Course in the Panjab University, Chandigarh after graduating from Panjab University in 1987. Having completed his graduation in Law from Panjab University, Chandigarh in September, 1990, he was enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council for the States of Punjab and Haryana in the same year. While in practice, he represented Chandigarh Administration, Punjab and Haryana High Court and various other autonomous bodies of the Government of Punjab including Local Bodies, Punjab Urban Development Authority, Punjab School Education Board, MILKFED, Guru Nanak Dev University, Punjab Technical University, Jalandhar. While in College as well as in Panjab University being a keen sportsman represented Panjab University in the games of Basketball and Handball. Remained as Additional Advocate General for the State of Punjab from November 2012 till elevated as an Additional Judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court on 29th October, 2018 and thereafter as permanent Judge on 11th September, 2020.
Justice Arun Monga
Arun Monga, had school education in Punjab, where his father served as Judicial Officer, who later superannuated from Superior Judicial Services.
Did B.Sc from DAV College, Chandigarh with first division, was also awarded the College Color. Graduated in law with first division from Panjab University, Chandigarh. While studying law, also enjoyed teaching Chemistry in a School at Chandigarh.
Started law practice in 1991 as first generation lawyer in High Court at Chandigarh. Shifted primary seat of practice to Delhi in year 1997-98, where he practiced for 20 years, till was sworn in as Judge in October, 2018.
Essentially had private sector institutional clients, punctuated with individual clientele. Handled litigation as well as advised on corporate transaction/non litigation. Enjoyed each day of law practice, in equal measure, be it board room or court room, representing clients.
Travelled extensively in India and globally, both for work and leisure. Hobbies are trekking, reading, music, traveling, running and cycling. Avid sportsman and a nature enthusiast.
Justice Manoj Bajaj
His Lordship was born to Smt. Asha Bajaj and Sh. R.P. Bajaj on June 23,1966 at Karnal (Haryana). His Lordship's father served as District & Sessions Judge and retired on 31.12.1996 from Hisar. Having obtained Degree in B.A. & LL.B., His Lordship was enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council for the States of Punjab and Haryana at Chandigarh in March, 1992 and started his legal profession by practising at Punjab & Haryana High Court, Chandigarh. His Lordship practised for more than 25 years and handled a large number of Civil, Criminal and Constitutional matters and also represented the State of Punjab as Additional Advocate General w.e.f. July, 2009 till elevation to the Bench. His Lordship has keen interest towards Sports, including Badminton, Cricket and Lawn Tennis. His Lordship was elevated as an Additional Judge of Punjab and Haryana High Court on October 29, 2018.
Justice Lalit Batra
Born on 31st May 1962 at Chandigarh. Graduated from Maharishi Dayanand University, Rohtak. Passed LL.B. from Campus Law Centre, University of Delhi and LL.M. from Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra. Joined Haryana Civil Services (Judicial Branch) on 15.04.1986. Worked in different capacities of Judicial Officer at different stations. Remained posted as Chief Judicial Magistrate, Kurukshetra. Worked on deputation in District Courts Chandigarh as Additional District and Sessions Judge. Became District and Sessions Judge in November, 2011 and worked as District and Sessions Judge Kurukshetra, Karnal and Sonepat. Elevated as Additional Judge of Punjab and Haryana High Court on November 16, 2018.
Justice Harnaresh Singh Gill
His Lordship was born on September 26, 1961 at Patiala, Punjab. His father retired from the post of Cane Commissioner, Punjab. His Lordship graduated from Government College for Boys, Sector 11, Chandigarh. After completing his graduation in Law from Shia Post Graduate College, Lucknow, his Lordship was enrolled as an Advocate on December 21, 1986 with the Bar Council of Punjab and Haryana, Chandigarh and started his legal practice in the Judicial Courts at Kharar when SAS Nagar courts were not in existence. In the year 1988, he started practicing in Punjab & Haryana High Court at Chandigarh and apart from other institutions, he remained Legal Advisor for Punjab Agricultural University, Ludhiana and Guru Angad Dev Veterinary & Science University, Ludhiana since 2005 and 2008, respectively, till elevation. His Lordship, as an Advocate, practised in civil and criminal side and under Writ Jurisdiction of the Constitution of India. After having put in 32 years of practice, as an Advocate, his Lordship was elevated as an Additional Judge of the Punjab & Haryana High Court, Chandigarh, on December 03, 2018.
Justice Anoop Chitkara
Born on April 29, 1966 at Shimla, Himachal Pradesh.
ACADEMIA
Primary School: Dayanand Model School (Now renamed as Dayanand Public School), Shimla-3;
Matriculation: DAV School, Lakkar Bazar, Shimla;
BA: Rajiv Gandhi Government Degree College, Chaura Maidan, Shimla;
LLB: Himachal Pradesh University, Shimla.
SKILLS ACQUIRED AS A LAWYER
In Oct 1990, entered into practice as a third-generation lawyer. Throughout remained in active and regular practice in the Hon’ble High Court of Himachal Pradesh at Shimla.
Initially, practiced in all fields of law, however, from the onset of the present millennium, focused primarily on Criminal law.
Provided assistance to the Hon’ble Judges by routinely making synopsis and judicial precedents delivered by the larger bench strength.
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS AS A LAWYER
March 2010 - Presented Paper in a workshop on “NDPS Act and related issues,” organized by Himachal Pradesh Judicial Academy at Himachal Institute of Public Administration, Fairlawns, Shimla.
2013- Addressed the officers of Himachal Pradesh Judicial Academy on the topic, “An overview of the latest amendments in the rape laws”.
2014 -Apprised the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India regarding various particulars of “Process Re-engineering (Criminal)”- as a team member of Criminal Process Re-Engineering Team, H.P. High Court, Shimla, Jan 24, 2014.
2015 -Authored a Research Paper titled “An Analysis of Recent Amendments in Sexual Offences Laws of India,” published in 2015(6) R.A.J.
2019-Designated as Senior Advocate on March 29, 2019.
Delivered lecturers to law students in HP University Institute of Legal Studies, Ava lodge, Shimla.
Approximately 500 judgments of the cases argued by me have been published in various law journals.
Offered internships with decent stipends to more than 50 students hailing from different law schools of the country.
JUDGE OF HIGH COURT OF HIMACHAL PRADESH
May 30, 2019 appointed as a Judge at the High Court of Himachal Pradesh.
July 28, 2019- Delivered lecture in HP Judicial Academy, on the topics, “Overview of the Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act, 1985,” and “Latest Judicial Trends in NDPS Cases,” to District and Sessions Judges, Additional District and Sessions Judges, Superintendents of Police and Public Prosecutors.
Appointed one hundred and two lawyers as Amicus Curiae and Legal Aid Counsel, out of which, sixty were women.
Had four Research Assistants-cum-Law clerks, all of whom were women.
Offered internships to fifteen students, out of which, six were women.
JUDGE OF HIGH COURT OF PUNJAB & HARYANA
Oct 5, 2021, transferred to Punjab and Haryana High Court.
Oct 12, 2021, took oath and joined as a Judge in High Court of Punjab & Haryana.
Offering internships to law students.
Justice Alka Sarin
Born in New Delhi on 21 June, 1966, Justice Alka Sarin graduated from Delhi University with a B.A. (Hons.) Degree in Political Science. She enrolled at the Campus Law Centre, Delhi University and obtained her LL.B. Degree in 1990 with a First Division. She initially practiced before the Supreme Court of India and the Delhi High Court. While practicing at the Punjab and Haryana High Court, Justice Alka Sarin obtained her LL.M. Degree from Kurukshetra University in 2004.
As a lawyer, Justice Alka Sarin dealt with all types of civil litigation including family disputes, land disputes, rent disputes, cases of medical negligence, arbitration disputes, taxation disputes, labour disputes, consumer disputes, matrimonial disputes etc. apart from carrying out Due Diligence Investigations.
Justice Alka Sarin has given lectures, talks and presentations on Medico-legal issues relating to organ donation, laws relating to sexual harassment, child abuse and women laws.
Justice Jasgurpreet Singh Puri
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Jasgurpreet Singh Puri was born on 30th August, 1965 at Nabha, District Patiala, Punjab. After completing ICSE (10th) from Punjab Public School, Nabha in the year 1980, did B.A. Honours School in Economics in the year 1984, LL.B. in the year 1987 and LL.M. in the year 1990 from Punjabi University Campus, Patiala.
Started law practice as a first generation lawyer at Subordinate Courts, Nabha and shifted to the Punjab and Haryana High Court, Chandigarh in the year 1991 where he practiced till his elevation. Had been visiting Lecturer in the Faculty of Laws, Panjab University, Chandigarh for six years from 1992 to 1998 and taught LL.B. final year students in various subjects of law i.e. The Indian Evidence Act, The Limitation Act, The Representation of People Act, Consumer Protection Laws etc. He had been visiting for various lectures in the Mahatma Gandhi State Institute of Public Administration, Chandigarh for imparting training to the Civil Servants and Revenue Officers of the State of Punjab. He had been visiting for lectures in various other organisations, including training of Law Officers of Punjab National Bank, senior officers of Punjab State Cooperative Training Institute, IAS and PCS Training Centres at Panjab University, Chandigarh and Punjabi University, Patiala.
He was appointed as Additional Advocate General of the State of Punjab in the year 2009 and remained as such for eight years till June, 2017. During law practice at the Punjab and Haryana High Court, he dealt with Civil, Service, Criminal, Corporate, Environment, Cooperative and Election matters. Remained standing counsel for Food Corporation of India, Retainer for Punjab State Tubewell Corporation (now Punjab Water Resources Management and Development Corporation), National Brain Research Centre, Manesar and National Institute of Pharmaceutical Education and Research (NIPER), Mohali, besides counsel for various organisations, including Punjab School Education Board, Punjab Pollution Control Board, Punjab Building and Other Construction Workers' Welfare Board, Guru Nanak Dev University, Amritsar, Punjab Mandi Board, Cooperative Banks, MARKFED, Indian Medical Association (Punjab Chapter) and Urban Estate Welfare Association, Patiala.
Sworn in as an Additional Judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court, Chandigarh on 22.11.2019.
Justice Ashok Kumar Verma
Born on 09 June, 1961 in Calcutta. Graduated from University College, Rohtak. Passed LL.B. from Maharishi Dayanand University, Rohtak standing First in 1983. His Lordship joined Haryana Civil Services (Judicial Branch) on 15.04.1986. Worked in different capacities of Judicial Officer at different stations. Was promoted as Additional District & Sessions Judge on 05.06.2001; also remained posted as Special Judge, C.B.I. (Haryana) at Ambala.
Designated as District & Sessions Judge in June, 2012, worked as Presiding Officer, Industrial Tribunal, Gurugram and as District & Sessions Judge, Fatehabad and Palwal. His Lordship was elevated as Additional Judge, of this Hon'ble Court on 28.11.2019.
Justice Sant Parkash
His Lordship was born on April 27, 1960. Passed higher secondary from Government Higher Secondary School, Sirsa. His Lordship graduated from National College, Sirsa, in the year 1978 and did LLB from Panjab University, Chandigarh during the year 1978 to 1981. His Lordship joined judicial service in the State of Haryana on April 17, 1986 as SJIIIC; promoted as JMIC on June 01, 1988; Chief Judicial Magistrate on February 02, 1998; Additional District & Sessions Judge on July 25, 2001; and District & Sessions Judge on June 06, 2012. During his service tenure, Lordship remained posted as Special Railway Magistrate, Ambala, from May 15, 1995 to February 04, 1998; Member Secretary, State Legal Services Authority, UT Chandigarh, from April 26, 2002 to May 30, 2006; Legal Remembrancer, UT Chandigarh, from June 01, 2009 to January 03, 2012; and District Judge, Family Court, Sonepat, from June 06, 2012 to July 07, 2013. He also served as District & Sessions Judge in the Districts of Jind, Rohtak and Kurukshetra for about seven years in that capacity, whereafter, his Lordship was elevated as Additional Judge of the Punjab & Haryana High Court on November 28, 2019.
Justice Meenakshi l. Mehta
Born to Educationist Prem Lata and Engineer B. D. Girdhar on 9th March,1964 at Hisar. Did graduation in Arts and thereafter, obtained LL.B degree in 1985 from Kurukshetra University and was awarded University Medal and Mahasha Banarasi Dass Gupta Gold Medal for securing first position in LL.B exams. Selected and joined as Sub Judge-cum-Judicial Magistrate in Haryana in October, 1987 and was designated as Chief Judicial Magistrate in 1998. Had been promoted as Additional District and Sessions Judge in 2002 and served as such at several places in the State. Was designated as District and Sessions Judge in September, 2013 and served as such and also presided over the Industrial Tribunal and worked as Legal Remembrancer-cum-Administrative Secretary to the Government of Haryana, Law and Legislative Department. Obtained LL.M degree in 2016 from Kurukshetra University. Elevated as Judge of this High Court on 28th November,2019.
Justice Vivek Puri
Born on January 12, 1962 to Smt.Savita and Sh. Satish Chander Puri. His father was an eminent lawyer at Pathankot. Had been a student of Kendriya Vidhyalaya No.1 at Pathankot and passed All India Secondary School Examination in the year 1978. He completed his B.Sc. in the year 1982 and LL.B. in the year 1985 from Guru Nanak Dev University at Amritsar. Joined Punjab Civil Services (Judicial Branch) on February 14, 1991. Promoted as Additional District and Sessions Judge in the year 2001 and worked as Special Judge (CBI) and also at Amritsar, Barnala and Patiala. Designated as District and Sessions Judge in the year 2012 and worked as such at Sri Muktsar Sahib, Ferozepur, SAS Nagar and also remained posted as Legal Remembrancer-cum-Secretary to Government of Punjab (Legal and Legislative Affairs). Happily married to Smt. Archana Puri and both of them have been elevated as Additional Judges of Punjab and Haryana High Court, Chandigarh on November 28, 2019.
Justice Archana Puri
Born on December 13, 1964 to Smt. Nirmal and Sh.HarkrishanLal Soni. Her father was an eminent lawyer at Ludhiana. Had been a student of Sacred Heart Convent School, Ludhiana and passed All India Secondary School Examination in the year 1980. She completed her B.A.(Hons.) in the year 1984 and LL.B. in the year 1987 from Panjab University, Chandigarh. JoinedPunjab Civil Services (Judicial Branch)on February 14, 1991. Promoted as Additional District and Session Judge in the year 2001 and worked as such at Patiala, Amritsar and Barnala. Designated as District and Sessions Judge in the year 2012 and worked as such at Faridkot, Mansa, SAS Nagar and also remained posted as Presiding Officer, State Transport Appellate Tribunal-cum-Presiding Officer, Food Safety Appellate Tribunal, Punjab. Happily married to Sh. Vivek Puri and both of them have been elevated as Additional Judges of Punjab and Haryana High Court, Chandigarh on November 28, 2019.
Justice Rajesh Bhardwaj
His Lordship was born on 10.01.1966 in Village Barauli, District Panipat. Did his primary schooling from Government High School, Village Barauli, District Panipat. Upon his father’s transfer(who was serving in the Indian Army), the family shifted to Pune. He completed his school education from S.M Joshi Hindi Madhyamik Vidyalaya, Pune (then MRB Hindi High School) where he was awarded “Best Student of the School" in 1979. He secured degree of B.Sc. (Physics) from Nowrosjee Wadia College, Pune in 1986. During college he was awarded NCC 'C' Certificate Senior Division from 3 MAH Air Sqn, Pune. He completed M.A. (Economics) from Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra in the year 1989. Thereafter, completed LL.B. in 1993 from Kurukshetra University, Kurukshetra and LL.M. from Maharshi Dayanand University, Rohtak. He was awarded "Best Mooter" in All India Moot Court Competition and stood 2nd in All India Debate Competition organized by Law Department, Kurukshetra University.
He was enrolled as a member of the Bar Council of Punjab and Haryana in 1993 and started practicing in the High Court of Punjab & Haryana, Chandigarh. He was appointed Assistant Advocate General, Haryana in 2000 and served there till 2005. Thereafter, from 2007 till his elevation as Additional Judge of Punjab and Haryana High Court, Chandigarh, he served in the office of Advocate General, Punjab in various capacities i.e. Deputy Advocate General, Senior Deputy Advocate General, Additional Advocate General.
Elevated to the Bench as Additional Judge of Punjab and Haryana High Court on 14.09.2020.
Justice Vikas Bahl
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Vikas Bahl
Father’s Name : Late Sh. Amrit Lal Bahl (Senior Advocate)
Date of Birth : 25th September, 1973
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION:
Year 1990 :Passed 10th from St. John’s High School, Chandigarh.
Year 1995 :Bachelor of Commerce with Honours in Finance from Government College for Men, Sector 11, Chandigarh.
Year 1998 :Bachelor of Law (LL.B.) from Panjab University, Chandigarh.
DISTINCTIONS :
* Stood Ist in 10 + 2 in Punjab School Education Board Examination, Government College for Men, Sector 11, Chandigarh.
* Stood Ist in Bachelor of Commerce-III in Government College for Men, Sector 11, Chandigarh.
* Admitted to the Roll of Honour of Government College for Men, Sector 11, Chandigarh.
* Secured Ist rank, on the basis of LL.B Entrance Examination (All Over India) and marks secured in the Graduation for admission to LL.B. Course in Panjab University, Chandigarh.
Was born in a family of lawyers. His father, late Shri Amrit Lal Bahl, was a Senior Advocate, who practiced for several years in the Hon’ble Punjab & Haryana High Court, Chandigarh. His grand father, late Shri Balraj Bahl, also practised for several decades in the Hon’ble Punjab & Haryana High Court, Chandigarh. Was enrolled on 22.03.1999 as a Member of the Bar Council of Punjab and Haryana. Under the Training Rules, 1995, the training period from 18.09.1998 to 15.09.1999 has been treated as ‘Legal Practice’ and, thus, for the said period he was deemed to be an Advocate, for all intents and purposes of the Advocates Act, 1961. During this period at the Bar, he practised in various fields of law, such as, Civil, Revenue, Rent, Criminal, Constitution, Arbitration including International Arbitration, Service Law, Company Law. He was on the Panel of lawyers to conduct cases on behalf of Hon’ble Punjab & Haryana High Court, Chandigarh and conducted several cases on its behalf, pro bono. He was also on the panel of Union Territory, Chandigarh Administration. He was designated as Senior Advocate on 29.01.2014. He was elevated as an Additional Judge of the Hon’ble Punjab & Haryana High Court, Chandigarh, on 25.05.2021.
Justice Vikas Suri
Justice Sandeep Moudgil
Justice Vinod S. Bhardwaj
His Lordship was born on May 23, 1974 in Village Kural, District Bhiwani. His Lordship completed his Matriculation and ISC from Punjab Public School, Nabha, District Patiala. His Lordship completed B.Com from D.N.P.G. College, Hisar and graduated in Law from Campus Law Centre, University of Delhi.
His Lordship has won various debates and declamation events at the Inter University/State level functions and has participated in North Zone Inter University, Youth Festival in One-Act play. His Lordship has won University Colour in English poetry and College Colour in debate.
His Lordship started practice initially as an associate with Chandigarh Chambers of Law and started independent practice in the year 2001. His Lordship remained as Additional Standing Counsel for the Union Territory, Chandigarh from the years 2003 to 2009. His Lordship also remained as Standing Counsel for the National Council for Teacher Education. His Lordship joined as Additional Advocate General, Haryana in the year 2010 and continued his term till 2014. His Lordship was immediately appointed as Additional Advocate General for the State of Punjab in the year 2014 and held the assignment up to the year 2017. His Lordship was designated as a Senior Advocate by the Punjab and Haryana High Court in May, 2021. During the period of practice, His Lordship defended important cases on behalf of various Government Departments and instrumentalities of State including Punjab State Power Corporation Limited, Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission, various Municipal Corporations of Haryana, Sugar Federation and Co-operative Sugar Mills, Central University, Agriculture University, Hisar and PGI Chandigarh. His Lordship also remained consultant for the Haryana Electricity Regulatory Commission and conducted large number of matters including arbitration proceedings on behalf of Punjab State Power Corporation Limited, PWD (B &R), Haryana State Bridges and Roads Development Corporation as well as Haryana Power Generation Corporation Limited. His Lordship was elevated as an Additional Judge of Punjab and Haryana High Court on October 29, 2021.
Justice Pankaj Jain
His Lordship was born to Mrs. Pushpa Jain and Mr. Amrit Lal Jain in a family of lawyers. His Lordship's father is a reputed Lawyer and practiced for several years in the Hon'ble Punjab and Haryana High Court before retiring from professional life in the year 2018. His Lordship completed his graduation from DAV College, Chandigarh in 1993. His Lordship did M.A. Economics from Panjab University in 1995 and secured distinction. His Lordship has been regularly contributing as columnist to various newspapers. His Lordship qualified law from Panjab University, Chandigarh in 1998 and joined the profession, starting his practice in the High Court of Punjab and Haryana. He was enrolled with the Bar Council of Punjab and Haryana in the same year.
During his period at the bar, he practiced in various fields of law such as civil, criminal, constitutional and Labour. His Lordship was appointed Senior Panel Counsel by the Government of India in 2014. His Lordship was appointed as Senior Standing Counsel to represent the Union Territory, Chandigarh on 27.12.2018 and continued to hold office till His Lordship's elevation. His Lordship was designated as Senior Advocate by Punjab and Haryana High Court, Chandigarh on 26.05.2021.
His Lordship was elevated to the Bench as an Additional Judge of Punjab and Haryana High Court, Chandigarh on October 29, 2021.
Justice Jasjit Singh Bedi
Justice Ali Mohammad Magrey
Justice Ali Mohammad Magrey was Born on 8th December, 1960 in Village Wattoo, Tehsil Damhal Hanjipora, District Kulgam, Kashmir; received school education in native village; did his Graduation and LL.B (Hon’s) from the University of Kashmir; was enrolled as Advocate in the year 1984 and started practicing law in the District courts, including Revenue Courts/Tribunals; simultaneously started conducting matters in the High Court. Remained as standing counsel from 1986 onwards for the State Financial Corporation; Jammu & Kashmir Bank and SIDCO; Sher-i-Kashmir Institute of Medical Sciences; Power Development Department; Service Selection Board; Jammu & Kashmir Wakf Board; was appointed as Additional Advocate General in Feb. 2003 with allocation for, General Administration Department, Health and Medical Education Department, Service Selection Board, State Public Service Commission, Estates Department, SKIMS and Vigilance Department; was appointed as Senior Additional Advocate General in September 2009 with additional charge of Home Department; appeared and conducted important criminal, Division Bench and Full Bench matters involving important questions of law, on behalf of the State in the High Court as also in numerous appeals in the Supreme Court of India; also appeared and conducted important Public Interest Litigation matters, constitutional matters, Service matters, Tax matters, Civil matters involving high stakes and important issues, Arbitration matters; appeared in commissions of inquiry also on behalf of State of J&K etc; was appointed as Permanent Judge of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir vide notification No. K.13021/01/2012-US.II dated 7th March, 2013 and took oath of office on 8th March, 2013.
Justice Tashi Rabstan
Justice Tashi Rabstan was Born in an agriculturist family of Varsudopa on 10th April 1963 at Village SKURBUCHAN, District Leh Ladakh, Jammu and Kashmir State, did his Graduation and LL.B from University of Jammu; was enrolled as an Advocate on 6th March 1990 in Bar Council of Jammu and Kashmir and started practicing in the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir & various other High Courts on Arbitrations, Constitution, Service, Election, Civil and Criminal matters. Experienced in researching intent of laws & judicial decisions & apply law to clients’ circumstances. Remained as Standing Counsel for Ladakh Autonomous Hill Development Council, Leh from 1997 till 2005; was appointed as Additional Central Government Standing Counsel, now Central Government Counsel, for Jammu and Kashmir High Court, Jammu Wing in September,1998 and continued till elevation; was also remained as panel counsel for Union Public Service Commission, New Delhi from April, 2008 till 31st December 2011; was appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Jammu and Kashmir vide Notification No. K.13021/01/2012-US.II dated 7th March, 2013 and took oath of office on 8th March, 2013. Appointed as permanent Judge of High Court of Jammu and Kashmir on 16.05.2014.
Justice Sanjeev Kumar
Justice Sanjeev Kumar was Born on 8th of April, 1966 in village Prehta Nagrota of Tehsil Basohli Distt. Kathua. Had his early Education in Local Govt. Middle School, did his matriculation from Govt. H.S.S. Basohli and secured 10th position in J&K State Board of School Education in matriculate Examination 1981. Graduation (B.Sc) from Govt. Degree College Kathua in 1985 in first Division and LLB from University of Jammu in 1988 in first Division. Enrolled Advocate by J&K Bar Council in Feb. 1989.
Appointed Govt. Advocate for Srinagar Wing of the High Court of J&K twice, first from 1992 to 1993 , Second from 1994 to 1995. Again appointed Govt. Advocate for Jammu Wing in the year 1995 and remained, as such, till 1998. Represented almost all Govt. Deptts. and PSUs. Was Counsel on Panel of Advocate General for more than two years and representative Forest Deptt. & Finance Deptt. including Commercial Taxes and Excise Deptt. of State in the Jammu Wing of Hon’ble High Court. Was also standing counsel for J&K SSB for almost six years between 2006-2012. Practised mainly in the High Court and had more than two hundred reported judgments to his credit. Appeared in many notable cases like Toshakana Case, Assembly Dissolution Matter and recently in ‘Reservation in promotion Matter’ & many more. Was administered oath on 06.06.2017 as Permanent Judge of J&K High Court.
Appointed as Permanent Judge of High Court of Jammu & Kashmir vide notification No.K.13021/02/2017-US.II dated 3rd of August, 2018 and took oath of office on 7th of August, 2018.
Justice Rajnesh Oswal
Appointed as Judge of the Common High Court for the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and Union Territory of Ladakh vide Notification No. K.13021/01/2020-US.I Dt. 29th January 2020 and took oath of office on 2nd of April, 2020.
Justice Vinod Chatterji Koul
Justice Vinod Chatterji Koul was born at Village Wanpoo, Erstwhile District Anantnag, Presently District Kulgam. He did his early schooling from Govt. School Srandoo and Govt. School Kanipora and further schooling from Govt. Hr. Secondary School, Anantnag. He did his Graduation (B.Sc.) from Govt. Degree College, Anantnag and LL.B. from Kashmir University, Srinagar in the year 1989. He migrated alongwith his parents and siblings to Jammu in January 1990 due to turmoil in Kashmir. He was enrolled as an Advocate with J&K Bar Council in 1990 and started practicing at High Court of J&K with Sr. Advocate Sh. Jaswant Singh Kotwal. He cleared the KCS (Judicial) Examination, 1993 and secured first position. He joined as Munsiff in 1995 and his first posting was as District Mobile Magistrate (Traffic), Udhampur; wherefrom he was promoted as Sub Judge in 1997 and was posted as Sub Judge (Electricity Magistrate), Batote. He was posted as the very first Railway Magistrate, Jammu. He served as Sub Judge, Bhaderwah, Sub Judge Ramban, Municipal Magistrate, Jammu, Chief Judicial Magistrate, Udhampur. He was also posted as Deputy Registrar, High Court of J&K wherefrom he was promoted as District and Sessions Judge in the year 2007 and posted as Addl. District & Sessions Judge, Kathua. As District and Sessions Judge, he served in various courts. He served as Addl. District & Sessions Judge, Kathua, 2nd Addl. District & Sessions Judge, Jammu, Addl. District & Sessions Judge, Udhampur, Principal District & Sessions Judge, Anantnag, Principal District & Sessions Judge, Kathua, Special Judge Anti-Corruption (CBI Cases), Jammu. He has also served as Registrar Vigilance, High Court of J&K and Principal District & Sessions Judge, Jammu. Lastly, he was posted as Chairman, Sales Tax Appellate Tribunal, J&K, wherefrom he has been elevated as Permanent Judge, Common High Court for the Union Territory of J&K and Union Territory of Ladakh vide notification no. K.13021/02/2019-US.II dated 03.04.2020 of the Ministry of Law and Justice, Government of India and took oath of office on 7th of April, 2020.
Justice Sanjay Dhar
Justice Sanjay Dhar was born at village Danow (Bogund), District Kulgam, received initial education in native village; did his Graduation in Science Subjects from S.P.College Srinagar and LL.B (Hon’s) from University of Kashmir; was enrolled as Advocate in the year 1990 and started practising law in District Courts and High Court at Delhi; was appointed as Civil Judge Jr.Division/Munsiff in year 1997 and promoted as District and Sessions Judge in year 2007; has served as Chief Judicial Magistrate Jammu, Principal District and Sessions Judge of Rajouri, Leh and Kathua Districts; Special Judge Anticorruption Jammu; Presiding Officer MACT Jammu; Special Judge Anticorruption CBI Cases, Jammu;Registrar Vigilance and Registrar General High Court of Jammu and Kashmir. Appointed as Judge of the Common High Court for the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and Union Territory of Ladakh vide Notification No.K.13201/2019-US.II dated 03rd April, 2020 and took oath of office on 7th April, 2020.
Justice Puneet Gupta
Appointed as Judge of the Common High Court for the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and Union Territory of Ladakh vide Notification No.K.13021/02/2019-US.II Dt. 03rd April 2020 and took oath of office on 7th of April, 2020.
Justice Javed Iqbal Wani
Appointed as Judge of the Common High Court for the Union Territory of Jammu and Kashmir and Union Territory of Ladakh vide Notification No.K.13021/01/2019-US.I Dt. 09th June 2020 and took oath of office on 12th of June, 2020.
Justice Mohan Lal
Appointed as Judge of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh vide Notification No. K.l3021/0l/2020-US.II dated 03rd November, 2021 and took oath of office on 09th of November, 2021.
Justice Mohd. Akram Chowdhary
Justice Mohd. Akram Chowdhary was born on 10th of June 1965 in village Thuroo of Tehsil Thuroo, District Reasi; Had his early education in Govt. High School, Thuroo and Govt. Higher Secondary school Reasi; Graduated from Govt. Moulana Azad Memorial College, Jammu; Did his LLB from University of Jammu in the year 1989; practiced Law in trial and Revenue Courts, and High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh. Appointed as Civil Judge Jr. Division/Munsiff in the year 1995; promoted as Sub Judge/Civil Judge Sr. Division in the year 1998 and District & Sessions Judge in the year 2007. Served in all the three divisions of erstwhile State of Jammu & Kashmir and to mention few, was Chief Judicial Magistrate Kargil and Budgam; J&K Eviction Authority (Wakafs); Principal District & Sessions Judge, Bandipora, Ramban, Anantnag, Samba, Kathua and Srinagar; Chairman J&K sales Tax Tribunal; Presiding Officer, Motor Accidents Claims Tribunal, Jammu, Member Secretary J&K State Legal Services Authority. Was appointed as Judge of the High Court of Jammu & Kashmir and Ladakh vide Notification No. K. l3021/0l/2020-US.II dated 03rd November, 2021 and took oath of office on 09th November, 2021.
Chief Justice Dr. S. Muralidhar
Judge of the High Court of Delhi from 29th May, 2006 till 5th March, 2020 and thereafter of the High Court of Punjab and Haryana from 6th March 2020 till 3rd January, 2021. Sworn in as Chief Justice of the Orissa High Court on 4th January, 2021.
Justice Jaswant Singh
Born on February 23, 1961, at Rohtak. Had his schooling in Oak Grove School, Jharipani, Mussoorie/Model School, Rohtak. After graduating in Arts in 1980, His Lordship took the degrees of Law and Master of Business Administration from Maharishi Dayanand University, Rohtak. His Lordship was enrolled as an Advocate in 1986 and started practice at District Courts, Sirsa. In April 1988, His Lordship moved to Chandigarh and started his legal practice in Punjab & Haryana High Court. Since March 1991 till his elevation held the posts of Assistant Advocate General, Deputy Advocate General, Senior Deputy Advocate General and Additional Advocate General, in the office of Advocate General, Haryana. Represented the State on the Civil Side by dealing with cases mainly relating to Service and Constitutional Law. Married in 1989 and blessed with one daughter. His Lordship has had keen interest in Lawn Tennis, Cricket and Golf. Became President of the Chandigarh Lawyers Sports Association. Elevated as Judge of Punjab and Haryana High Court on December 5, 2007. Thereafter His Lordship transferred and took oath as a Judge in the High Court of Orissa on 8th October, 2021.
Justice Biswajit Mohanty
Born on 22.10.1960.
Place of Birth : Cuttack
Father’s Name : Late Dr. Banamali Mohanty
Mother’s Name : Late Dr. Shanti Mohanty
Initially studied at Mahamaya M.E. School, Cuttack.
Passed Matriculation in the year 1976 from Secondary Board High School, Cuttack.
Passed Intermediate in Science from Ravenshaw College, Cuttack.
Graduated from Ravenshaw College, with Political Science (Hons) in the year 1980.
Passed M.A. in Political Science from Delhi University in the year 1982.
Graduated in Law from Campus Law Centre, Delhi University in the year 1985.
Enrolled as an Advocate in 1985 and joined the office of Late Prabir Palit, Senior Advocate at Cuttack. Practised mainly in Service, Labour, Constitutional Law and Banking Laws.
Elevated as Judge of the Orissa High Court on 20.06.2013.
Dr. Justice Bidyut Ranjan Sarangi
Born on 20.07.1962.
Hon'ble Dr. Justice B.R. Sarangi hails from a respectable family of village Pantikhari Shasan, Odagaon in the district of Nayagarh.
He is the youngest son of Late Banchhanidhi Sarangi, Ex-Financial Advisor belonging to Senior Class-I of Orissa Finance Service cadre of State of Odisha and Late Smt.Sailabala Sarangi, a doting house-wife.
Married to Mrs. Nirupama Sarangi, an out and out housewife turned as an advocate of the Orissa High Court. Blessed with two daughters, Dr. Debarchita, an MDS final year student, and Debasmita, a student of M.S. Law College, Cuttack after completion of Post Graduation in Economics under Utkal University, Vani Vihar, Bhubaneswar being topper in the State in +2 Arts CHSE Exam, 2012. Dr. Justice Sarangi passed H.S.C. Examination and acquired degree in Commerce with Hons. from B.J.B. College, Bhubaneswar. Acquired LL.B. & LL.M. from M.S. Law College Cuttack under Utkal University. Awarded Ph. D in Law from Sambalpur University.
He joined the Bar in December, 1985 having regular practice in the High Court of Orissa, Cuttack and Supreme Court of India, New Delhi and also a life member of Orissa High Court Bar Association.
Most significant career move as a lawyer began with systematic and meticulous training in the chamber of esteemed Late Sri Gangadhar Rath, Former Senior Advocate-cum-Advocate General of Odisha in almost all the branches of law.
Has conducted cases specially in civil, criminal, constitutional, revenue, tax, labour, service, mining, education, electricity, insurance, banking, telephone, elections etc.
Has appeared for the Private Parties, Corporations, Government Undertaking Banks, Insurance Companies, School, College, Lokpal of Odisha, Human Right Commission, LAO National Highway Authority, etc. independently before various Courts, Tribunals, High Court and Supreme Court. Appointed as Arbitrator, Advocate Commission and Amicus Curiae to assist the Court in many important matters.
For outstanding performance and etiquettes in profession conferred the "Haricharan Mukherjee Memorial Award" with Gold Medal for the year 2002 from the then Hon'ble Chief Justice of Orissa High Court. He completed a long 27 years of practice at the Bar.
Appointed honorarily to Research Board of Advisors of American Biographical Institute, USA, Fellow of Indian Council of Arbitrations, New Delhi, Life Member of Indian law Institute, New Delhi, Life Member of Indian Society for International Law, New Delhi.
Actively participated with various philanthropic, social and religious organizations.
Participated in various symposiums, seminars of State, national and international level with special reference to public administration, habitat management, law and social change.
He was elevated to the Bench of Orissa High Court as permanent Judge on 20th June, 2013.
Justice Arindam Sinha
Born on 22nd September, 1965. Was enrolled as an advocate on 11th March, 1991, and practised for 22 years, principally in the High Court at Calcutta. Practised in Civil, Commercial, Arbitration and Constitutional matters, but specialised in Civil laws. Was elevated to the Bench of the High Court at Calcutta as an Additional Judge on 30th October, 2013. Appointed as permanent Judge of the High Court at Calcutta on 14th March, 2016. Was transferred and took oath as Judge of the High Court of Orissa on 8th October, 2021.
Justice Debabrata Dash
Hon'ble Shri Justice Debabrata Dash, son of late Harekrushna Dash and Bakulrani Dash. Born on 12th October, 1962 at Baripada.
Had schooling in MKC High School, Baripada and passed in 1st Division.
Graduated in Science with Physics (Hons.) in First Class from MPC College, Baripada in 1981.
Passed LL.B. from Utkal University having studied from Mayurbhanj Law College in 1984.
Enrolled as an advocate and joined practice at Baripada Bar under the able guidance of his late father Harekrushna Dash.
After 18 years of practice, joined OSJS (Sr. Branch) as then it was on 03.02.2003 and posted as 2nd Addl. District & Sessions Judge, Cuttack. He has also served as District & Sessions Judge, Dhenkanal-Angul, Legal Remembrancer and Principal Secretary, Law, Government of Odisha, District & Sessions Judge, Khurda at Bhubaneswar and District & Sessions Judge, Ganjam at Berhampur.
Elevated as Judge of the Orissa High Court on 29.11.2013.
Justice Satrughana Pujahari
Father’s Name : Late Gandaram Pujahari
Mother’s Name : Smt. Padmabati Pujahari
Date of birth : 24.09.1960
Address: Subalaya, Sonepur
Educational Qualification:
Passed out High School Certificate Examination from Subalaya High School, Sonepur in 1978.
Completed Bachelor of Arts in Political Science (Honours) from Rajendra College, Bolangir in 1983.
Completed LL.B. from Lal Lajpat Ray Law College, Sambalpur in 1986.
Professional experience :
Initially joined in the Chamber of Late Shri Hari Prasad Nayak, Advocate, Sambalpur, an eminent and reputed Lawyer of State in criminal side and conducted variety of cases both in Civil and Criminal side in trial courts.
In 1996 joined the chamber of Hon’ble Shri Justice P.K.Mohanty and Hon’ble Shri Justice B.P.Ray, at Cuttack, then Advocates of Orissa High Court and started practice in Orissa High Court. Being selected by the Hon’ble High Court in the Orissa Superior Judicial Service (Senior Branch) Examination, joined as 2nd Additional District & Sessions Judge, Ganjam at Berhamapur on 07.02.2003.
Also worked as District & Sessions Judge, Koraput at Jeypore, Ganjam at Berhampur, Puri, Chairman, Sales Tax Tribunal, Odisha, Cuttack, Member Secretary, Odisha State Legal Services Authority, Cuttack, District & Sessions Judge, Cuttack and joined as Principal Secretary to Government of Odisha, Law Department.
Elevated as Additional Judge of the Orissa High Court on 29.11.2013.
Took oath as Permanent Judge of the Orissa High Court on 16.10.2014.
Joined as Judge of the Madras High Court on 23.11.2017 upon transfer.
Repatriated to Orissa High Court and joined as Judge, Orissa High Court on 19.11.2018.
Justice Biswanath Rath
Born on 07.09.1961.
Son of Shri Bipin Bihari Ratho and Smt. Hemabati Ratho
Education :
Matriculation from Ravenshaw Collegiate School, Cuttack.
Intermediate and Graduation from Utkal University.
LL.B. Degree from M.S. Law College, Cuttack.
Enrolled as an Advocate in the High Court of Orissa in the year 1985, practised under the guidance of his father Sj. Bipin Bihari Ratho, Sr. Advocate-an eminent Jurist.
Subject matter of practice: Civil, Criminal, Constitutional, Service, Labour, Company, Election, Right to Information, Land Acquisition and Press related matters.
Field of practice :
Shree Jagannath Temple Managing Committee, Puri, National Aluminum Company, SAIL, Power Grid Corporation of India Ltd., Hydro Power Corporation Ltd., Odisha, Agro Industries Corporation, Odisha, Odisha State Co-operative Bank, Nayagarh Central Co-Operative Bank, Food Corporation of India, Nilachal Ispat Nigam, NABARD, Punjab National Bank, Central Bank of India, Birla Tyres Company, Voltas Company, Odisha Mineral Development Company Ltd., Odisha Drugs and Chemical Ltd., State Information Commission and many other Central and State level, Public Sector undertakings. Besides the above, also dealing with Corporate matter, variety of Private Civil, Criminal, Service matters and matters on other subjects.
Place of practice :
High Court of Orissa, Subordinate Civil Courts, CGIT, Industrial Tribunal, CAT, SAT, Press Council of India, Provident Fund Tribunal, State and National Consumer Forums. Besides the above, was working as a Special Counsel for State of Odisha in the High Court of Madhya Pradesh at Jabalpur and single handedly handling cases at Supreme Court of India.
Elevated as Judge of the Orissa High Court on 02.07.2014.
Justice Sangam Kumar Sahoo
Born on 05.06.1964.
Son of Late Sarat Chandra Sahoo
Education:
Passed Matriculation from Nuabazar High School, Cuttack.
Completed I.Sc. and B.Sc. from Stewart Science College, Cuttack.
Passed M.A. (Eng.) and M.A. (Oriya) - Privately - Utkal University, Bhubaneswar.
Passed LL.B. from The Law College, Cuttack.
Enrolled as an Advocate on 26.11.1989 under Orissa State Bar Council, Cuttack. He started Practice under the guidance of his father Late Sarat Chandra Sahoo, Advocate who is a renowned Criminal Law Practitioner & Dr. Manoranjan Panda, Advocate, a service and Constitutional Law expert.
Subject matter of practice : Criminal Law, Service Matter.
Place of Practice : Through out Odisha in the District Courts, High Court, Consumer Forum, SAT, CAT.
Elevated as Judge of the Orissa High Court on 02.07.2014.
Justice Krushna Ram Mohapatra
Born on 18.04.1965.
Educational Qualification : B.A, LL.B.
SON OF LATE JUSTICE SARAT CHANDRA MOHAPATRA
Hon'ble Justice K.R. Mohapatra had enrolled as an Advocate in Orissa State Bar Council on 07.02.1988. Has experience of 26 years at the Bar in different branches of Law including Civil, Service, Criminal and Constitution etc. Guardians and Wards Act, Hindu Minority and Guardianship Act, Hindu Adoption and Maintenance Act, Juvenile Justice (Care and Protection) Act etc.
Worked as Additional Standing Counsel for the State as well as Orissa Public Service Commission.
Advocate for Central Cooperative Banks Limited., Keonjhar, National Institute of Open Schooling under the Ministry of HRD, Government of India, New Delhi and Neelachal Ispat Nigam Limited, Bank of Baroda etc.
Elevated as Judge of the Orissa High Court on 17.04.2015.
Justice Bibhu Prasad Routray
Justice Sanjeeb Kumar Panigrahi
Justice Sanjeeb Kumar Panigrahi was appointed as Judge of Orissa High Court on 10th February, 2020. He was enrolled with Odisha State Bar Council, Cuttack in 2006 soon after completing his LL.M (Business Law) from National Law School of India University, Bangalore. After working a brief stint as Research Assistant of Hon’ble Judges, Supreme Court of India, he joined the Chambers of Dr. Abhishek Manu Singhvi, Senior Advocate and appeared in a number of high stake matters of corporate houses along with him.
Justice Panigrahi, as a Practicing Advocate in Supreme Court of India, High Court of Orissa, High Court of Delhi and many other High Courts, has gained wealth of practical experience in the highly challenging areas of Law including Civil laws, Commercial laws, Constitutional Law, Taxation Laws, Corporate laws, Intellectual Properties Rights Laws, Environmental laws, Service laws, Criminal laws, Banking and Insurance related laws, Mining Laws, Electricity laws, Telecome Laws and so on. Besides, Supreme Court and High Courts, he has also vast experience and exposure in appearing before various tribunals like ITAT, CESTAT, NCLAT, PMLA, TDSAT, Mines Tribunal, CAT, NGT, NCDRC and Appellate Tribunal for Electricity.
He has been an Advocate-on-Record in Supreme Court of India and has represented the State of Odisha before the Apex Court as a Panel Advocate since 2013 till his elevation. Prior to this, he was also appointed as Panel Counsel for Union of India for conducting cases before Supreme Court of India from 2009 to 2014. He was closely involved in conducting some important Public Interest cases before the Apex Court which include the elephant mortality on railway tracks, Improvement in the hygienic quality of mid-day meal for school students, Improvement in the geriatric care facilities for the welfare of the old aged population across the country, Setting up of dialysis machines in all districts of the country, Curbing hate speech in the country and so on. He is also an alumnus of the famous International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP), a professional exchange program funded by the U.S. Department of State's Bureau of Educational and Cultural Affairs.
Besides being an avid reader of Economics, Philosophy, literature and regular writer in several national English dailies on contemporary legal and policy issues, Justice Panigrahi is a passionate music lover and cultural enthusiast.
Justice Savitri Ratho
Justice Mruganka Sekhar Sahoo
Justice Radha Krishna Pattanaik
Justice Sashikanta Mishra
Born on 17th January 1967 at Bhubaneswar as the youngest son of Khetramani Mishra and an illustrious father late Bimal Kishore Mishra who is still remembered for his profound knowledge and contribution in the codification of revenue laws in the state, administrative proficiency and die hard honesty and integrity. As an IAS Officer, Late Bimal Mishra had set exemplary standards in the field of administration, which evokes respect even long after his departure.
Justice Sashikanta Mishra completed his early education from St. Joseph's High School and Kendriya Vidyalaya, Bhubaneswar. Passed ISC in first class from BJB College. Graduated with Economics honors from BJB College. Did his PG in Economics in 1st class from Ravenshaw College, Cuttack. Completed his LLB from Dhenkanal Law College. Started practice as an advocate in the High Court in 1996 in the office of Senior Advocate Narendra Mishra. Started his independent practice in the year 2003. Dealt with Labour, Insurance, Company, Consumer, Cooperative and Writ matters etc appearing before the High Court and various courts and Tribunals of the country.
Was directly recruited in the Cadre of District Judge in the year 2009. Held various posts in the Cadre such as ADJ, Balasore, ADJ Rairangpur, Vigilance Judge, Jeypore, District and Sessions Judge, Angul, Member Secretary, State Legal Services Authority, District and Sessions Judge, Keonjhar, Chairman of Sales Tax Tribunal, Principal Secretary, Law Department and finally District and Sessions Judge, Ganjam. The Supreme Court collegium approved the proposal for his elevation as Judge of Orissa High Court on 29th September. Was elevated as Judge of the High Court on 19th October.
Justice Aditya Kumar Mohapatra
Acting Chief Justice Sanjaya Kumar Mishra
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Sanjaya Kumar Mishra
Born on 29.12.1961.
Father’s Name : Shri Markanda Mishra
Mother’s Name : Smt. Jyotirmayee Mishra
Place of Birth :Bolangir
Started schooling at Tikra Upper Primary School.
Passed out Higher Secondary Certificate Examination from Prithviraj High School, Bolangir in the year 1977.
Completed B.Com.(Hons.) from Rajendra College, Bolangir in 1982.
Completed M.Com.from Delhi University in 1984.
Completed LL.B. from Law Faculty, Delhi University in 1987.
From March, 1988 joined profession and started practice in Bolangir District Courts under the guidance of his father, Shri Markanda Mishra.
Conducted several sessions cases, civil suits, civil appeals independently.
Acted as Honorary Law Lecturer of Bolangir Law College.
Secured the 1st position in the Recruitment Examination for District Judges from Bar and on 16.2.1999 joined as Additional District & Sessions Judge, Jeypore.
Also worked as District & Sessions Judge, Sundergarh, Dhenkanal, Special Judge (CBI), Bhubaneswar and joined as Registrar General of Orissa High Court.
Elevated as Judge of the Orissa High Court on 07.10.2009.
His Lordship transferred to High Court of Uttarakhand and assumed charge of the office of Judge of the High Court of Uttarakhand on Dated 11.10.2021 vide Notification No. K.11019/39/2021-US.I/II (iii) dated 05.10.2021 and vide Government Notification no 11019/63/2021-US.I/II. Appointed as Acting Chief Justice of High Court of Uttarakhand w.e.f. 24/12/2021
Chief Justice Vipin Sanghi
Born on 27th October, 1961 at Nagpur. Shifted with family from Nagpur to Delhi in the year 1965. Did schooling in Delhi and passed out from Delhi Public School, Mathura Road, New Delhi in the year 1980. Went on to Graduate in B.Sc Mathematics (Hons.) from Delhi University, in the year 1983 and thereafter joined the LL.B. course at the Law Faculty, Campus Law Centre, University of Delhi. Completed the law course in the year 1986 and was enrolled with the Bar Council of Delhi as an Advocate in the same year.
Is a third generation lawyer after his grandfather Late Shri V. K. Sanghi, Advocate and father Late Shri G. L. Sanghi, Senior Advocate. Initially worked in the office of Shri Mukul Rohatgi, Senior Advocate. Was appointed as a Central Government Panel Advocate and functioned as such during 1990-91. Was also appointed as Central Government Panel Lawyer in the Supreme Court of India. Also functioned as a Counsel for the M.C. Jain, Commission of Enquiry. Practiced on the Civil and the Constitutional side in the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India and Hon'ble High Court of Delhi. Was designated as Senior Advocate by the Hon'ble Delhi High Court in December, 2005.
Has attended various International Law Conferences including the LAWASIA Biennial Conferences in Tokyo, Japan and Gold Coast, Australia, The POLA conference in Hong Kong and the INSOL Law Conference in Colombo, Sri Lanka.
Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Delhi with effect from May 29, 2006 and confirmed as a Judge on 11th February, 2008.
Justice Manoj Kumar Tiwari
Hon’ble Mr. Justice Manoj Kumar Tiwari: Born on 19th September, 1965 at Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand in the family of lawyers. His father, Shri N.B. Tiwari is a designated Senior Advocate and Maternal grandfather Shri Ram Datt Chilkoti was a leading lawyer in District Pithoragarh. Studied at Kendriya Vidyalaya, Pithoragarh upto 10th standard. Did Graduation & Post Graduation from Government Post Graduate College, Pithoragarh. Passed LL.B. from Delhi University in 1990. Enrolled with Bar Council of U.P. Allahabad in 1990 and started practice at Hon’ble High Court of Judicature at Allahabad. Upon creation of Hon’ble Uttarakhand High Court in the year 2000, shifted to Nainital and practiced before Hon’ble Uttarakhand High Court. On 20.05.2009, he was designated as Senior Advocate. Held the office of President, High Court Bar Association, Nainital in 2008. He appeared as special counsel on behalf of the State Government in various cases. He was elevated as permanent Judge, High Court of Uttarakhand on 19.05.2017.
Justice Sharad Kumar Sharma
Hon’ble Mr. Justice Sharad Kumar Sharma : Born on 1st January, 1962 at Allahabad, Uttar Pradesh. Justice Sharma attained his primary and secondary education from ‘Boys’ High School and Intermediate College, Allahabad and thereafter did his B.Com and LL.B from Allahabad University. He also holds Diploma in Material Management from Indian Institute of Engineering & Rural Technology, Allahabad. Enrolled as an Advocate on 29.02.1992 and started practice at Allahabad High Court on Civil, Constitutional, Service and Revenue Side matters from 1992 till 2000. His father Shri H.N. Sharma and brother Shri Anirudh Sharma are the Advocates and practicing at Allahabad High Court. His mother Smt. Sarla Sharma is housewife.
After creation of State of Uttarakhand in the year 2000, he shifted to Nainital and started appearing and conducting different types of cases before the Hon’ble High Court of Uttarakhand at Nainital. In the year 2009, he was designated as Senior Advocate. Being Senior Panel Advocate, he appeared for High Court of Nainital, O.N.G.C., Dehradun, A.R.I.E.S, Nainital, Forest Corporation of Uttarakhand, Uttarakhand Transport Corporation etc. On 19.05.2017, he was elevated to the Bench and took charge as Addl. Judge, High Court of Uttarakhand.
Justice Narayan Singh Dhanik
Hon’ble Mr. Justice Narayan Singh Dhanik :- Born on 20.5.1960 in Village Pubhauna, District Almora (Uttarakhand). Did his Intermediate education from Sarvodaya Inter College, Jainti, Almora and thereafter graduated from Rajkiya Mahavidyalaya, Almora. After doing LL.B. from Lucknow University, joined the PCS (J) in the year 1985 and the first posting was as Munsif in Pilibhit (Uttar Pradesh). After carving out of the State of Uttarakhand on 9th November 2000, opted for Uttarakhand and thereafter remained posted as District Judge in Districts Rudraprayag, Bageshwar, Nainital, Haridwar and Dehradun. Remained Secretary to the Lokayukta as well as Legal Advisor to His Excellency the Governor of the State of Uttarakhand. Took oath as Permanent Judge of High Court of Uttarakhand in the Forenoon of 3rd December, 2018.
Justice Ramesh Chandra Khulbe
Hon’ble Mr. Justice Ramesh Chandra Khulbe :- Joined Uttar Pradesh Judicial Service in the year 1987. Has worked as the Civil Judge (Junior Division) at Bareilly, Budaun, Bijnour, Nainital and Khatima. Became the Addl. Chief Judicial Magistrate, Shahjahanpur in the year 1999, thereafter joined as Chief Judicial Magistrate at Udham Singh Nagar from 2001 to 2003. Also worked as the Additional District Judge at Haridwar, Haldwani and Roorkee. Has also worked as the Presiding Officer, Industrial Tribunal, Haldwani. Also worked as the District Judge, Uttarkashi in July, 2010. Thereafter in 2013 joined as Secretary Lokayukta; Chairman, State Transport Appellate Tribunal, Chairman, State Commercial Tax Tribunal and Principal Secretary, Legislative and Parliamentary Affairs. Was also the Legal Advisor to H.E., the Governor of Uttarakhand. Elevated as a Judge of the High Court on 03.12.2018.
Justice Ravindra Maithani
Hon’ble Mr. Justice Ravindra Maithani :- Joined Uttar Pradesh Judicial Service in the batch of 1986. Was posted as a Judge in various districts of Uttar Pradesh and thereafter in Uttarakhand. Also worked as Deputy Director, Institute of Judicial Training Research, U.P. Lucknow, Member, Trade Tax Tribunal, Uttarakhand, Additional Director, Uttarakhand Judicial And Legal Academy and Administrator General, Uttarakhand.
Appointed as Registrar General, High Court of Uttarakhand, Nainital on 28.03.2009. Transferred to Supreme Court of India as Registrar on 21.09.2010.
Appointed as Secretary General, Supreme Court of India, on 13.05.2013 and held that position till 15.11.2014.
Thereafter was posted as District & Sessions Judge, Almora, Uttarakhand.
Appointed as Secretary General, Supreme Court of India, on 11.12.2015 till elevation as a judge of the Uttarakhand High Court on 03.12.2018.
He was a member of various policy formulation bodies in the field of administration of justice. Was a member of National Court Management System (NCMS), Convenor of the Advisory Committee of NCMS, Member of General Body, Governing Council and Academic Council of National Judicial Academy and was also a Member of the Advisory Council of the National Mission for Justice Delivery and Legal Reforms. Also was a part of various legal fora at both national and international level.
Justice Alok Kumar Verma
Hon’ble Mr. Justice Alok Kumar Verma:- Born on 16.08.1964 in District Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. Graduated from D.A.V. (P.G.) Degree College, Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh. Did his LL.B. from Harish Chandra Postgraduate College in the year 1985. Joined Judicial Service of 1982 batch in Uttar Pradesh in the year 1987 and posted at Jhansi as Munsif [Civil Judge (Junior Division)]. Remained posted in various Districts in State of Uttar Pradesh. Opted for Judicial Service in the State of Uttaranchal (now Uttarakhand) after creation of State on 09.11.2000.
In State of Uttarakhand, remained posted as District Judge at Tehri Garhwal, Chamoli, Udham Singh Nagar and Dehradun. Also posted as Principal Secretary, Law-cum-L.R. to the Government of Uttarakhand.
Appointed as Additional Judge of High Court of Uttarakhand in pursuance of Notification No. K.13032/01/2019-US-I dated 22nd May, 2019 issued by the Department of Justice, Ministry of Law & Justice, Government of India and took oath of his office on 27th May, 2019 in the Forenoon.
Chief Justice T.S. Sivagnanam
Born on 16.9.1963 to Dr.T.S.Subbiah and Smt.Nalini Subbiah. Completed B.Sc. Degree at Loyola College, Chennai and B.L. Degree from Madras Law College. Enrolled in the Bar Council of Tamil Nadu on 10.9.1986. After enrollment joined the Chamber of Shri.R.Gandhi, Senior Advocate and a well known leader of the Bar. Appointed as Additional Central Government Standing Counsel during 2000. Empaneled as Counsel for Southern Railway during 2003. Appointed as Senior Panel Counsel for Central Government during 2004. Appointed as Panel Counsel for All India Council for Technical Education for appearance in High Court of Judicature at Madras and High Court of Andhra Pradesh during 2005. Nominated by the Hon'ble Chief Justice of High Court of Judicature at Madras as Panel Lawyer for appearing on behalf of the Registrar General/Officers/Judicial Officers during 2007. Appointed as Senior Panel Counsel for Customs & Central Excise Department during 2008. Appointed as Special Counsel to appear for the Department of the Revenue before the CEGAT/CESTAT Chennai. Appointed as Special Counsel to appear for the Department of the Revenue before the Settlement Commission for Customs Cases, Chennai. Appointed as Additional Judge, High Court of Madras on 31.03.2009 and as Permanent Judge on 29.03.2011
Justice Indra Prasanna Mukerji
Time Period:18-May-2009 to Present
Was born on 6 September, 1963 into a family of lawyers, both father and paternal grandfather being barristers and senior Advocates of the Calcutta High Court and maternal grandfather being a senior lawyer of the Kanpur District Court. Was educated throughout in St. Xaviers School and College, Calcutta. Obtained L.L.B. Degree of the University of Calcutta and L.L.B. Degree of the University of London through external examination. Was enrolled as an Advocate on 2nd July, 1990 and practised in Calcutta High Court. Had civil practice with more work in revenue and arbitration matters. Was at the date of elevation to the Bench a Senior Panel Counsel of the Government of India and Damodar Valley Corporation. Taught temporarily at NUJS, Kolkata in 2005. Was a member of I.L.R. Committee of the High Court and a member of General Committee of the Bar Library Club. Was elevated to the bench of Calcutta High Court as a Permanent Judge on 18 May, 2009.
Justice Chitta Ranjan Dash
Born on 21.05.1962.
Place of Birth : Sonepur
Father’s Name : Late Justice Jagneswar Dash
Mother’s Name : Late Sudhamayee Dash
Passed Matriculation in the year 1978 from Panchayata Samiti High School, Ullunda in the District of Sonepur.
Passed Intermediate In Arts from Dhenkanal College Dhenkanal.
Graduated from B.J.B. College, Bhubaneswar with Political Science (Hons) in the year 1982.
Graduated in Law from Madhu Sudan Law College, Cuttack in the year, 1985.
Obtained Degree of LL.M. as a Non-collegiate candidate in Utkal University on Constitutional Law as Special Paper.
Enrolled as an Advocate in 1986 and joined the office of Hon'ble Shri Justice A.S. Naidu as a junior.
Appointed as Additional Standing Counsel in the year 1992 and continued till the end of 1994.
Joined the service in the Cadre of Orissa Superior Judicial Service (Senior Branch) as a Direct Recruit on 16.02.1999.
Worked as Additional District & Sessions Judge, Sambalpur, Additional District & Sessions Judge, Deogarh, Special Judge (Vigilance), Sambalpur, District & Sessions Judge, Keonjhar, District & Sessions Judge, Berhampur, Chairman, Orissa Sales Tax Tribunal, Cuttack and Registrar (Administration) of Orissa High Court, Cuttack.
Elevated as an Additional Judge of the Orissa High Court on 07.10.2009.
Time Period:13-Apr-2010 to Present
Born on 16th November 1964, graduated from Calcutta University in the year 1983, passed out L.LB examination conducted by the Calcutta University in the year 1989, was enrolled as an Advocate on 26th September 1989, started practising in the High Court at Calcutta and conducted civil, constitutional matters, practised mainly in the Appellate Side of the High Court at Calcutta and have also appeared before the City Civil Court, Debt Recovery Tribunal and Supreme Court, was appointed as a permanent Judge of the High Court at Calcutta on 13th April, 2010.
Justice Soumen Sen
Time Period:13-Apr-2011 to Present
The Hon'ble Justice Soumen Sen was born on 27th July, 1965 at Kolkata. He did his schooling from St. Lawrence High School at Kolkata. He passed the LL.B. Examination (5 years) from the University of Calcutta in the year 1990 securing the highest mark and stood First in the said Examination. He participated in Debates and Moot Court Competition and adjudged First in order of merit for individual performance at the XII All India Moot Court Competition 1989 held in Pondicheri in connection with selection for the International Division of Philip C. Jessup International Law Moot Court Competition - 1989. Enrolled as an Advocate under Bar Council of West Bengal in January, 1991. Practiced as an Advocate in the Hon'ble High Court at Calcutta both in the Original Side and Appellate Side and before other Courts/Tribunals for last 20 years designated as Senior Central Government Advocate. Appeared in Civil, Constitutional, Banking and Arbitration matters and on behalf of RBI, SEBI, SIDBI & other Statutory Authorities. Elevated as Judge of the Calcutta High Court on 13th April, 2011.
Justice Joymalya Bagchi
08-Nov-2021 to Present
Justice Subrata Talukdar
Time Period:30-Oct-2013 to Present
Was born on 4th of July, 1961. Graduated with Political Science from the then Presidency College, Kolkata. Did his Post-graduation on International Relations from Jadavpur University, Kolkata. Worked as Journalist for ‘The Telegraph’, Kolkata; ‘The Economic Times’, Kolkata; ‘The Statesman’, New Delhi and ‘The Hindu’, New Delhi. Obtained his law degeree from Delhi University. Enrolled as an Advocate of the Calcutta High Court on April 17, 1989. Practised primarily on the Constitutional and Civil sides with emphasis on Service and Arbitration matters in the High Court at Calcutta as well as other High Courts, the Supreme Court of India and the Central and State Administrative Tribunals. Obtained Diploma in Cyber Law. Was Associate Editor of the Calcutta High Court Notes. Appointed as Senior State Government Advocate; Counsel for Calcutta High Court; Counsel, Eastern Railway, Metro Railway and Damodar Valley Corporation. Appointed as Additional Judge of the Calcutta High Court on October 30, 2013. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the Calcutta High Court on 14.03.2016.
Justice Tapabrata Chakraborty
Time Period:30-Oct-2013 to Present
LL.M Born on November 27, 1966, in a family of lawyers. Was enrolled as an Advocate on January 29, 1991, and practised in the High Court at Calcutta for 22 years. Practised in Civil and Constitutional matters relating to Service and Education laws, but specialised in Constitutional matters. Was elevated to the Bench of the High Court at Calcutta as an Additional Judge on October 30, 2013. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the Calcutta High Court on 14.03.2016.
Justice Arijit Banerjee
Time Period:30-Oct-2013 to Present
B.Sc.(Cal), M.A.(Cantab), Bar-at-Law (Lincoln's Inn) Born on March 7, 1967, in a Barrister's family. Was enrolled as an Advocate on May 30, 1991, and practised for 22 years principally in the High Court at Calcutta. Practised in Company, Commercial, Property, Arbitration, Admiralty & Shipping, Labour, Service and Family laws as well as Constitutional matters, but specialised in Company, Property, Arbitration, Admiralty & Shipping and Labour laws. Was elevated to the Bench of the High Court at Calcutta as an Additional Judge on October 30, 2013. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the Calcutta High Court on 14.03.2016.
Justice Debangsu Basak
Time Period:30-Oct-2013 to Present
LL.B. Born on June 19, 1966, in a lawyer’s family. Was enrolled as an Advocate on December 20, 1991, and practised for 21 years principally in the High Court at Calcutta, Company Law Board (Kolkata Bench as well as Principal Bench at New Delhi), Board for Industrial & Financial Reconstruction and Debts Recovery Tribunal and occasionally before the District Courts at Alipore and Barasat. Practised in Civil and Company matters and Constitutional matters but specialised in Company matters. Was elevated to the Bench of the High Court at Calcutta as an Additional Judge on October 30, 2013. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the Calcutta High Court on 14.03.2016.
Justice V.M. Velumani
Born on 06.4.1962. She was enrolled on 13.9.1989 and she has got 23 years of practice. She had been appearing before the High Court in Civil, labour and Service Matters. She was a Central Government Standing Counsel, Additional Government Pleader and Special Government Pleader. She was appointed as an Additional Judge of the Madras High Court on December 20, 2013.
Justice M.V. Muralidaran
Name : Maniampattu Vajjiravelu Muralidaran
Father's Name: K.Vajjiravelu (Late)
Date of Birth: 16.04.1962
Age:(as on 18/03/2019) : 57 Years
Place of Birth: Maniampattu Village, Wallajah Taluk, Vellore District.
Religion: Hindu
Qualifications: M.A., B.L.
Date of Enrolment: 12.09.1990 (Enroll No.731/1990)
Standing at the Bar: 25 Years
Family Background: Agriculturist
Areas of Practice:
Handled matters relating to Civil Law, Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Service Law, Educational Law, Property Law and Original Side matters.
Appeared before the High Court of Madras and Madurai Bench, DRT and DRAT, City Civil Court, Sessions Courts, Magistrate Courts and other Subordinate Courts.
Appeared before the High Court in all types of cases including Criminal Appeals, Criminal O.P.s, Writ Petitions,Writ Appeals, Original Side Appeals, Civil Revision Petitions, First and Second Appeals and Civil Suits.
Appeared before Trial Courts in Original Suits, Matrimonial Original Petitions, Rent Control Proceedings, MCOP Cases.
Also advised Clients in drafting various kinds of documents including Sale Deeds, Wills, Joint Venture Agreement, Partnership Deed and other Deeds.
On 07.04.2016 appointed as permanent Judge of Madras High Court.
On 17.03.2019 left the Madras High Court and appointed as Permanent Judge of the High Court of Manipur on 18.03.2019
Justice Rajasekhar Mantha
Time Period:21-Sep-2017 to Present
Born on the 29th of October, 1967. Schooling at St. Paul's Boarding and Day's School, and St. Xavier's Collegiate School, Calcutta. LL.B. from the University College of Law, Nagpur University in April 1990. LL.M. in Commercial Corporate Laws from King's College, London, University of London, in April 1991. Represented the South Asian Region at the Commonwealth Law Conference, held at Auckland in New Zealand, as part of the South Asian Moot Court Team in April 1990. Enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council of West Bengal, in December 1991 and has been practicing in inter alia, Commercial Corporate, Finance, Securities, Constitutional, Consumer Protection and Environmental laws. Designated as a Senior Advocate in July 2015. Visiting Professor to the NUJS at Kolkata and have delivered lectures to at the Staff Training Colleges of various nationalized banks, The CID West Bengal, the Institutes of Chartered Accountants, Kolkata. Was elevated as an Additional Judge of the High Court at Calcutta on the 21st of September 2017. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the Calcutta High Court on 16.09.2019.
Justice Sabyasachi Bhattacharyya
Time Period:21-Sep-2017 to Present
Born on August 30, 1970. Studied in Calcutta Boys' School. Passed LL.B. (5 Years Course) from Calcutta University in 1995. Enrolled as an Advocate on September 19, 1995; subsequently designated as Senior Advocate on June 2, 2014. Empanelled as a Special Counsel for the Central Government of India since March 3, 2015. Practised for 22 years mainly on the Appellate Side of the Calcutta High Court, specializing in Civil matters; also appeared in Consitutional matters. Acted as Court-appointed Arbitrator in several matters. Sworn in as an Additional Judge of the High Court at Calcutta on September 21, 2017. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the Calcutta High Court on 16.09.2019.
Justice Moushumi Bhattacharya
Time Period:21-Sep-2017 to Present
Did her schooling from Loreto House, Calcutta and B.A. with Honours in English from Jadavpur University, prior to completing her LL.B. (5-year course) from the University of Calcutta in 1996. Read for her LL.M. (1999) at the University of Cambridge with Rotary Ambassadorial Scholarship. Awarded Certificate of Qualification in February 2006 by the National Committee on Accreditation, Canada, after completing the prescribed course of studies and passing the required examinations. Enrolled as an Advocate in the Roll of Advocates of the Bar Council of West Bengal on 19th November, 1997, after completing her training under Rule 5 of the Training Rules 1996 framed by the Bar Council of India. Practised in the High Court at Calcutta, as well as the Supreme Court of India, High Court of Delhi, High Court of Judicature at Patna, High Court of Judicature at Hyderabad, Company Law Board, Debt Recovery Tribunal, Securities and Exchange Board of India, Copyright Board, Intellectual Property Appellate Board and Securities Appellate Tribunal. Primary areas of practice were civil, company, arbitration and constitutional matters with specialization in corporate and intellectual property law matters. Born on 27th October, 1967. Elevated to the Bench of the High Court at Calcutta as an Additional Judge on 21st September, 2017. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the Calcutta High Court on 16.09.2019.
Justice Shekhar B. Saraf
Time Period:21-Sep-2017 to Present
Born on October 21, 1971. Son of Late Justice Sohan Lal Saraf and Late Sulochana Saraf, educated at St. Xaviers Collegiate School, Calcutta and La Martinere School for Boys, Calcutta. In 1996, graduated from the B.A. LLB (Hons.) course from National Law School of India University (NLSIU), Bangalore. Had the opportunity of being the first NLSIU student to have undertaken a placement program with Mr. Dipankar Gupta, The Solicitor General of India, New Delhi. From July 1996 to December 1997, worked with Arthur Andersen & Co., a worldwide consulting firm, dealing in corporate law and indirect taxation matters. In January, 1998, joined the Chambers of Mr. R. N. Bajoria, Senior Advocate at the Calcutta High Court dealing in Taxation matters. On March 12, 1999 admitted and enrolled as an Advocate (Seniority as an Advocate from January 19, 1998) in the Bar Council of West Bengal. From 2001 onwards, independently handled all kinds of matters including company matters, arbitration, central excise, customs and income tax in the Original and Appellate Side of the High Court, tax tribunals and civil courts at Calcutta. Regularly advised private and nationalized banks on issues relating to mortgage, recovery and appeared on their behalf before High Court, Debt Recovery Tribunals and Consumer Courts. In the year 2000, obtained the Chevening Scholarship for The Young Indian Lawyers Program 2000 sponsored by the Foreign and Commonwealth Office, United Kingdom. Under the program, studied for six weeks at the College of Law, York on various subjects including International Arbitration, Competition law, European Community law and Mergers and Acquisitions. In January 2001, qualified as a solicitor of the Supreme Court of England and Wales. From 2004 onwards appeared as a counsel for the Union of India at the Calcutta High Court in relation to customs, excise and company matters. From July 2010 onwards appeared as a Senior Counsel for the Government of India in relation to income tax matters and from December 2011 appeared as a Senior Standing Counsel in relation to central excise, customs and service tax matters. From June 2012, was an Associate Editor of Calcutta High Court Notes (CHN). Member of the Bar Library Club, Calcutta and of the Law Society, London. Was elevated as an Additional Judge of the High Court at Calcutta on September 21, 2017. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the Calcutta High Court on 16.09.2019.
Justice Rajarshi Bharadwaj
Time Period:21-Sep-2017 to Present
Born on August 4, 1967. Graduated with Honours in Accountancy from St. Xaviers College, Kolkata. Awarded L.L.B. (five years) degree by the University of Calcutta in 1998. Was enrolled as an Advocate on April 9, 1999. Practised principally in the High Court at Calcutta in Constitutional and Taxation matters. Was elevated to the Bench as an Additional Judge of the High Court at Calcutta on September 21, 2017. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the Calcutta High Court on 16.09.2019.
Justice Shampa Sarkar
Time Period:12-Mar-2018 to Present
Born on February 18, 1968.
Graduated with Hons. in English from Loreto College, Kolkata in the year 1989 and in Law from the North Bengal University in the year 1992 and stood 1st class First with Gold Medal.
Enrolled as an Advocate on 29th January, 1993.
Practiced in the High Court at Calcutta, primarily in the Constitutional, Civil and Criminal sides with more emphasis on Writ matters. Appeared on behalf of many authorities viz. Universities, Municipal Corporations including Revenue authorities as the Junior Standing Counsel.
Elevated to the Bench of the High Court at Calcutta as additional Judge on 12th March, 2018. Appointed as Permanent Judge, Calcutta High Court on 12.02.2020
Justice Ravi Krishan Kapur
Time Period:12-Mar-2018 to Present
B.Com (Hons.) (Cal.), L.L.B. (Hons.) (Leeds), Barrister-at-Law. Born in a lawyer's family on October 5, 1971. Graduated from St. Xavier's College, Calcutta. Thereafter, graduated from the University of Leeds with an Honours Degree in Laws. Was called to the Bar in 1997 by the Hon'ble Society of Lincoln's Inn. Enrolled as an Advocate on November, 16th 1998 by the Bar Council of West Bengal. Was in continuous practise for approximately twenty years principally in the High Court at Calcutta. Also practised in different Courts in India as well as before diverse Tribunals including the Company Law Tribunal (Kolkata Bench as well as Principal Bench at New Delhi), B.I.F.R., A.A.F.I.R. and D.R.T. Practised primarily in Civil, Commercial, Company, Property, Arbitration, as well as in Constitutional Matters. Was elevated to the Bench of the Hon'ble High Court at Calcutta as an Additional Judge on 12th March, 2018. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the Calcutta High Court on 12.02.2020
Justice Arindam Mukherjee
Time Period:12-Mar-2018 to Present
Joined The Hon'ble High Court at Calcutta as Additional Judge on 12.03.2018. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the Calcutta High Court on 12.02.2020.
Justice Biswajit Basu
Time Period:12-Mar-2018 to Present
Joined The Hon'ble High Court at Calcutta as Additional Judge on 12.03.2018. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the Calcutta High Court on 12.02.2020.
Justice Amrita Sinha
Time Period:02-May-2018 to Present
Joined The Hon'ble High Court at Calcutta as Additional Judge on 02.05.2018. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the Calcutta High Court on 24.04.2020.
Justice Abhijit Gangopadhyay
Time Period:02-May-2018 to Present
Joined The Hon'ble High Court at Calcutta as Additional Judge on 02.05.2018 Elevated as permanent Judge of The Hon'ble Court on 30.07.2020
Justice Jay Sengupta
Time Period:02-May-2018 to Present
Was born on 30th October 1970. Studied at South Point High School, Kolkata and passed B Sc with Economics Honours from St Xavier's College, Kolkata. Graduated in law from the University of Mumbai. After enrolment as an Advocate on 29th February 1996, started practicing mainly criminal and constitutional laws before the Hon'ble High Court at Calcutta. Also argued cases before the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India. Was an Additional Public Prosecutor for the State Government between 2011 and 2013. Was appointed as a Special Counsel for the Central Government in 2017. Was sworn in as an Additional Judge of the Hon'ble High Court at Calcutta on 2nd May 2018. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the Calcutta High Court on 24.04.2020.
Justice Bibek Chaudhuri
Time Period:12-Oct-2018 to Present
Joined The High Court at Calcutta as Additional Judge on 12th October, 2018. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the Calcutta High Court on 04.05.2020.
Justice Suvra Ghosh
Time Period:19-Nov-2018 to Present
Born on 23rd day of April 1968. Completed Xth and XIIth standard {I.C.S.E. and Higher Secondary (Hyderabad Board)} in 1983 and 1985 respectively. Was selected for the National Merit Scholarship and the State Merit Scholarship in 1985. Awarded LL.B. degree (5 years course) from the University of Calcutta in 1991. Appeared in the West Bengal Judicial Service Examination in 1992 and joined West Bengal Judicial Service in 1994 as Civil Judge (Junior Division), then termed as "Munsif". Was promoted to the Higher Judicial Service (District Judge Entry level) in 2009 through Limited Competitive Examination held by the High Court, Calcutta - secured first position in the said examination. Worked in various capacities including Deputy Secretary cum Registrar, State Legal Services Authority, West Bengal, Joint Secretary, Department of Law, Government of West Bengal, District and Sessions Judge in the districts of Birbhum, 24 Parganas (North) and Darjeeling, Chief Judge, City Sessions Court, Calcutta and Secretary, Judicial Department, Government of West Bengal. Was elevated to the bench of the High Court at Calcutta on 19-11-2018. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the Calcutta High Court on 04.05.2020.
Justice Md. Nizamuddin
Time Period:12-Feb-2019 to Present
Joined The High Court at Calcutta as Additional Judge on 12th February, 2019. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the Calcutta High Court on 24.09.2020.
Justice Tirthankar Ghosh
Time Period:12-Feb-2019 to Present
Joined The High Court at Calcutta as Additional Judge on 12th February, 2019 Appointed as Permanent Judge of the Calcutta High Court on 24.09.2020.
Justice Hiranmay Bhattacharyya
Time Period:12-Feb-2019 to Present
Born on December 18, 1968 at village Beliachandi in the district of 24 Paraganas (South). Did his schooling from Ramakrishna Mission Vidyalaya, Narendrapur. Having his college education at Goenka College of Commerce and Business Administration and graduated with Honours in Commerce from the University of Calcutta. Passed the M.Com. Examination from the University of Calcutta. Passed the LLB (5 years course) from the University of Calcutta. Enrolled as an Advocate on February 19, 2000. Practised mainly in civil and constitutional writ jurisdictions of the High Court at Calcutta. Elevated to the Bench as an Additional Judge of the High Court at Calcutta on February 12, 2019. Appointed as a Permanent Judge in the High Court at Calcutta on September 24, 2020.
Justice Saugata Bhattacharyya
Time Period:12-Feb-2019 to Present
Joined The High Court at Calcutta as Additional Judge on 12th February, 2019 Appointed as Permanent Judge of the Calcutta High Court on 24.09.2020.
Justice Kausik Chanda
Time Period:01-Oct-2019 to Present
Born on January 04, 1974. Graduated from Calcutta University in Law in 1997. Enrolled as an Advocate on December 18,1998. Designated as Senior Advocate on June 10, 2014. Appointed as the Additional Solicitor General of India on April 09, 2015. Held the said position till September, 2019. Elevated to the Bench, as an Additional Judge of the High Court at Calcutta on October 01, 2019.
Justice Aniruddha Roy
Time Period:05-May-2020 to Present
Born in Kolkata in October 1969. After completing primary and secondary education from the Hindu School was admitted to the 5 year law course in the Calcutta University, Department of Law ,Hazra Campus. After graduating from the University, was enrolled in the West Bengal Bar Council in 1995 and started practicing before the Calcutta High Court in both Original and Appellate Side dominantly in company and corporate laws, arbitration, banking and debt recovery laws, constitutional and civil matters. Appeared regularly before other High Courts,tribunals and the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India. Elevated to the Bench of the High Court at Calcutta as an Additional Judge on May 05, 2020.
Justice Kesang Doma Bhutia
Time Period:27-Aug-2021 to Present
Elevated to the Bench, as an Additional Judge of the High Court at Calcutta on August 27, 2021
Justice Rabindranath Samanta
Time Period:27-Aug-2021 to Present
Born on 24th June, 1961 at village – Anantapur, Katwa, undivided Burdwan. Doing BSc, Spl B.A (English), LL.B. from Calcutta University succeeded in West Bengal Civil Service (Judicial) Examination, 1987 conducted by West Bengal Public Service Commission. Joined as Munsif on 28.11.1988. Served as Judicial Magistrate, Metropolitan Magistrate, Sub Divisional –Judicial Magistrate and Civil Judge (Senior Division) & Assistant Sessions Judge. Being promoted to Higher Judicial Service served as Additional District & Sessions Judge at different stations. Served as a Judge, West Bengal Industrial Tribunal and Registrar, West Bengal Human Rights Commission. Served as District & Sessions Judge, CoochBehar, District & Sessions Judge, North 24-Parganas, District & Sessions Judge, South 24-Parganas and the Chief Judge, City Civil Court, Calcutta. Served the High Court Registry as Registrar (Inspection- II), Registrar (Administration), and the Registrar General. Contributed poems and short story to different literary magazines of West Bengal. Contributed poems to udbodhan magazine founded by Swami Vivekanada. Authored Law Book in Bengali titled ‘Mohilader ain o aine adhikar’ (women’s laws and their legal rights) and poetry books titled ‘Neel Sagarer Dheu’ (waves of blue ocean) and ‘Hridayer duar kholo’ (Open your Heart). Translated poems of some noted Bengali poets in English version of the English poetry book titled ‘Poesie’. Elevated as an Additional Judge of the High Court at Calcutta on 27.08.2021.
Justice Sugato Majumdar
Time Period:27-Aug-2021 to Present
Elevated to the Bench, as an Additional Judge of the High Court at Calcutta on August 27, 2021
Justice Bivas Pattanayak
Time Period:27-Aug-2021 to Present
Elevated to the Bench, as an Additional Judge of the High Court at Calcutta on August 27, 2021
Chief Justice Arup Kumar Goswami
Born on 11.03.1961 at Jorhat, Assam. Graduated in Economics (Hons.) from Cotton College under Gauhati University in 1981. Obtained L.L.B. Degree from Government Law College, Guwahati in 1985. Enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council of Assam, Nagaland, Meghalaya, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh on 16.08.1985. Practiced mainly on the Civil, Criminal, Constitutional and Service matters. Was designated as Senior Advocate by the Gauhati High Court on 21.12.2004. Was Standing Counsel of the Gauhati High Court, Karbi-Anglong Autonomous Council and North Cachar Hills Autonomous Council. Had also been a Senior Standing Counsel, Education Department, Government of Assam.
Appointed as an Additional Judge of the Gauhati High Court on 24.01.2011 and became a Permanent Judge w.e.f. 07.11.2012. Was the Executive Chairman of Nagaland State Legal Services Authority from 01.04.2011 to 12.08.2013. Was the Executive Chairman of Arunachal Pradesh State Legal Services Authority from 08.03.2016 to 14.10.2019 and the Executive Chairman of Assam State Legal Services Authority from 06.06.2018 to 14.10.2019.
Was Chief Justice (Acting) of the Gauhati High Court from 06.09.2018 to 29.10.2018 and also from 24.05.2019 to 06.10.2019. Was Editor of ATMAN, a Biannual News Bulletin of the Gauhati High Court, from October, 2018 to 14.10.2019. Was the Secretary General of the Gauhati High Court Bar Association for the period 2000-2001.
Represented Assam in Ranji Trophy. Also represented East Zone in Under-19, Under-22 and at the senior level. Appointed as Chief Justice of the High Court of Sikkim on 15.10.2019. Transferred to High Court of Andhra Pradesh and assumed charge of the Office of the Chief Justice, High Court of Andhra Pradesh w.e.f. 06.01.2021. Thereafter, transferred to High Court of Chhattisgarh and assumed charge of the office of the Chief Justice, High Court of Chhattisgarh on 12.10.2021.
Justice Goutam Bhaduri
Born on 10th November, 1962 in the family of prominent lawyers S.K. Bhaduri (father) and P. Bhaduri (grand father). Did primary and middle schooling in Bengali Kalibadi School, Raipur and thereafter completed secondary education from St. Paul Higher Secondary, School, Raipur. Took B.Com., and LL.B degrees from Ravi Shankar University, Raipur. Recipient of gold medal in L.LB. Was associated with the Society which runs 3 colleges at Raipur namely Durga College, Vivekanand College and Law College founded by his grand father. Was also member of the Educational Society and also Regional Societies. Joined the law practice in the year 1985. Practiced law in various subordinate courts within the jurisdiction of Chhattisgarh and the erstwhile State of Madhya Pradesh as also High Court. Shifted to Bilaspur in the year 2000. Worked as Government Advocate and thereafter promoted as Deputy Advocate General in the office of Advocate General, Bilaspur and continued uptill 2003. Subsequently practiced on private side. Dealt with the matters of Civil, Criminal, Constitutional, Company, Labour. Was standing counsel for C.B.I. Was also standing counsel for the Public Sector Undertakings - SAIL, NTPC, Banks and also several Private Corporate Bodies. Elevated as Judge of High Court of Chhattisgarh on 16th September, 2013.
Justice Sanjay K. Agrawal
Born in the family of Mr. Virendra and Mrs. Chameli Agrawal at Ratanpur (Bilaspur) on July 15, 1965. Did schooling at Ratanpur. Became Bachelor of Science and Bachelor of Laws from Guru Ghasidas University, Bilaspur and Master of Laws from Pt. Ravishankar Shukla University, Raipur. Enrolled as an Advocate on January 3, 1989. Practiced in District and Sessions Court at Bilaspur, High Court of Madhya Pradesh at Jabalpur and High Court of Chhattisgarh at Bilaspur and dealt with various branches of law, especially Civil and Constitution. Was counsel for High Court of Chhattisgarh, Chhattisgarh Public Service Commission, Chancellor of Indira Gandhi Agriculture University, Raipur, The Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), Bar Council of India, Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited, Indian Oil Corporation Limited, Steel Authority of India Limited, State Bank of India, Canara Bank, Dena Bank, Municipal Corporations, Raipur and Bilaspur, many other Corporations, Boards and authorities of Government of Chhattisgarh and renowned corporate groups of India and Chhattisgarh. Was associated with Hidayatullah National Law University, Raipur (Chhattisgarh) as Ex-Officio Member of its Executive Council, Indian Law Reports Committee (Chhattisgarh Series) as Member and Chhattisgarh Law Judgments (Chhattisgarh) as Member of its Editorial Board. Had been mediator under the Chhattisgarh C.P.C. Alternative Disputes Resolution and Mediation Rules, 2006. Served as Deputy Advocate General for the State of Chhattisgarh from March 1, 2002 to February 29, 2004 and thereafter as Advocate General for the State of Chhattisgarh from June 25, 2012 till elevation. Elevated as an Additional Judge of High Court of Chhattisgarh on September 16, 2013.
Justice Sanjay Agrawal
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Sanjay Agrawal was born on 21.08.1964 at Bilaspur. His Lordship's father late Shri Shyam Bihari Agrawal was a retired Professor in Zoology Department whereas mother was a housewife. His Lordship's Grandfather was a great prominent and renowned Civil Lawyer. His Lordship's uncle Shri Ravish Chandra Agrawal, Senior Advocate, was an Advocate General for the State of Chhattisgarh and now Advocate General for the State of Madhya Pradesh.
Did schooling and graduation in B.Sc. (Mathematics) at Bilaspur and thereafter prosecuted LL.B. from Kaushalendra Rao Law College, Bilaspur. Employed as Upper Division Teacher from 1986 to 1989. Thereafter, enrolled as an Advocate on 07.09.1989 and started career as such under the guidance of Shri Ravish Chandra Agrawal. Practised law in District Court at Bilaspur from 1989 to January, 1997, High Court of Madhya Pradesh from 1997 till 2000 and before the High court of Chhattisgarh from 2000 till elevation. Dealt with Civil, Criminal and Constitutional, especially specialised in Civil. While practicing law before the High Court, His Lordship was appointed as Government Advocate and continued as such till 2007. Elevated as Judge of High Court of Chhattisgarh on 29.09.2016.
Justice Rajendra Chandra Singh Samant
Elevated as Additional Judge of Chhattisgarh High Court on 29th September, 2016.
Justice Arvind Singh Chandel
Born at Bilaspur (Chhattisgarh) on September 1, 1963. Took B.A. Degree from Pt. Ravi Shankar Shukla University, Raipur (Chhattisgarh) and LL.B. Degree from Guru Ghasidas University, Bilaspur (Chhattisgarh). Joined as a Civil Judge Class-II at Civil Court, Shahdol (Madhya Pradesh) on August 26, 1987. Thereafter, served in the subordinate judiciary on various posts at various places of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. Served as the Presiding Officer, State Transport Appellate Tribunal, Raipur, thereafter served as the District and Sessions Judge, Kawardha. Served as the Addtional Registrar (Administration) and the Registrar (Vigilance) and (Inspection & Inquiry) of the High Court of Chhattisgarh. Served as the Registrar General of the High Court of Chhattisgarh before elevation. Elevated and took oath as an Additional Judge of the High Court of Chhattisgarh on June 27, 2017.
Justice Parth Prateem Sahu
Hon'ble Shri Justice Parth Prateem Sahu was born in the family of Shri SR Sahu and Smt Savitri Devi Sahu at G.Jamgaon, District Dhamtari on 19th April, 1971.
Did schooling at Jabalpur and took B.Com & LLB degree from Rani Durgavati University, Jabalpur.
Enrolled as an Advocate on 12th March, 1996 and started career as such under the guidance of Dr. Nirmal Kumar Shukla, Senior Advocate.
Practiced in District and Sessions Court at Jabalpur, High Court of Madhya Pradesh at Jabalpur and High Court of Chhattisgarh at Bilaspur and dealth with various branches of law, especially Civil Criminal, Service, Labour, Motor Accident Claims, Writ, Constitution, Arbitration and also dealt with many matrimonial cases.
His Lordship elevated as Additional Judge of Chhattisgarh High Court on 18th June, 2018.
Justice Gautam Chourdiya
Born on 4th July 1960 at Rajnandgaon, Chhattisgarh - Hon'ble Justice Gautam Chourdiya completed his B.Com graduation from Digvijay College (Pt. Ravishankar Shukla University) with 'University Merit' in LL.B (Vidhi Mahavidyala). He was enrolled as an Advocate in Madhya Pradesh State Bar Council on 31st August 1984 and practised in District Bar, Rajnandgaon till November 1987 before getting selected as Civil Judge.
He has served in subordinate judiciary under various designations at different places of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh. He has served as Chief Judicial Magistrate, Principal Judge of Juvenille Justice Board and Additional District and Sessions Judge in Raipur. He served as District Judge in Janjgir, Bilaspur and Durg. He has also given services as Member Secratary in CG State Legal Services Authority, Director of CG State Judicial Academy, Registrar: Vigilance and Judicial - CG Highcourt before being appointed as Registrar General of CG Highcourt in June 2017.
On 18th June 2018, Hon'ble Justice Gautam Chourdiya was elevated as Judge of CG Highcourt.
Justice Rajani Dubey
Born on 30th June 1964 at Jabalpur, Madhya Pradesh. Her father was also a District Judge, retired from High Court of Madhya Pradesh. She has completed graduation from Government Degree College, Mandla (Dr. Hari Singh Gour University, Sagar) and obtained L.LB degree from Rani Durgavati University Jabalpur. She was enrolled as an Advocate on 3rd July, 1987 at Madhya Pradesh State Bar Council and practiced in District Bar as well as in the High Court of Madhya Pradesh at Jabalpur till may, 1990 before getting selected as Civil Judge. She has served in subordinate Judiciary under various designations at different places of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, also served as Judicial Magistrate First Class, Principal Magistrate of Juvenile Justice Board and Additional District and Sessions Judge in Sagar, Jabalpur, Bilaspur. She has been appointed as a Special Judge, CBI in Raipur and Judge, Family Court, Rajnandgaon. She also gave her services as a District & Sessions Judge, Baloda-Bazar and Registrar (Vigilance), High Court of Chhattisgarh, Bilaspur.
Her Lordship has been elevated as a Judge of High Court of Chhattisgarh on 18th June, 2018.
Justice Narendra Kumar Vyas
Born on 5-10-1970 at Raipur in the family of late Shri Hari Narayan Vyas and Smt. Sushila Devi Vyas.
Did Schooling at St. Pauls Higher Secondary School, Raipur and took B.Sc. LLb from Pt. Ravishankar University, Raipur in the year 1995
Enrolled as an Advocate on 16-03-1996 and started career under the guidance of his late father Shri Hari Narayan Vyas (Advocate).
Practiced in District and Sessions Court at Raipur, Raigarh and Bilaspur, Labour and Industrial Courts, Raipur, High Court of Madhya Pradesh at Jabalpur and High Court of Chhattisgarh at Bilaspur and dealt with various branches of law especially, labour, service and civil matters. He was Counsel of Ayush Health and Sciences University Raipur, Dental Council of India. India Nursing Council, Civil Supplies Corporation Limited Raipur, C.G. Marketing Federation Limited Raipur, C.G. Text Book Corporation, Raipur, C.G. Electricity generation Company and other Companies, Union Bank of India, Corporation Bank, Associate Cement Company, Amarkantak Lanco Power Plant. National Highway Authority of India, Various Trade Unions and other private firms. While practicing law before High Court of Chhattisgarh, His Lordship was appointed as an Assistant Solicitor General of India on 07-09-2014 and continued till 22-09-2017. His Lordship elevated as an Additional Judge of Chhattisgarh High Court on 22-3-2021.
Justice Naresh Kumar Chandravanshi
Hon’ble Shri Justice Naresh Kumar Chandravanshi was born on 6th November, 1965 at Village Udtala, District Durg (C.G.). Did his B.A. and L.L.B. Degree from Dr. Hari Singh Gour University, Sagar (M.P. ). Joined as Civil Judge Class-II at Civil Court Bilaspur on 11th July, 1990. Thereafter, served in subordinate Judiciary under various designations at different places of Madhya Pradesh and Chhattisgarh, also served as Additional Registrar (D.E.), High Court of Chhattisgarh and thereafter as District and Sessions judge, Surguja at Ambikapur. Served as legal adviser to His Excellency Governor of Chhattisgarh and thereafter as Principal Secretary, Law and Legislative Affairs Department Government of Chhattisgarh before elevation. Elevated and took oath as an Additional Judge of the High Court of Chhattisgarh on 22nd March, 2021.
Justice Deepak Kumar Tiwari
Elevated as Additional Judge of Chhattisgarh High Court on 8th October, 2021.
Justice Elipe Dharma Rao
Honourable Sri Justice Elipe Dharma Rao was born on 15th July 1951 in an agricultural family of Krapa village situated in Ainavalli Mandal, East Godavari District of Andhra Pradesh to his parents, late Sri E.Suranna and late Smt.E.Neelama. He obtained his Bachelor’s Degree in Arts in 1973 from
Justice Lanusungkum Jamir
Born on the 1st day of March, 1964 at Impuh, Makokchung District, Nagaland.
Graduated in History(Hons). Obtained LLB in the year 1988 from the North Eastern Hill University.
Enrolled in the Bar Council of Assam, Nagaland, Meghalaya, Manipur and Tripura in the year 1989.
Appointed as Additional Senior Government Advocate, Nagaland in the month of November, 2000.
Appointed as Additional Advocate General, Nagaland in the month of March 2009 and continued as such till elevation as Additional Judge of Gauhati High Court on 22nd May 2013.
Took oath as Additional Judge, Manipur High Court on 9th October, 2018.
Took oath as Judge, Manipur High Court on 12th November, 2018.
Justice A. Bimol Singh
Name : Ahanthem Bimol Singh
Father's Name:(Late) A.Nilamani Singh
Date of Birth: 01.02.1966
Place of Birth: Keishamthong Ahanthem Leikai, Imphal, Imphal West District.
Qualifications: B.A., L.L.B
Date of Enrolment: 20.01.1994 (Enroll No.268/1993-94)
Areas of Practice:
Have been dealing with Service, Constitutional, Civil, Revenue and Administrative law matters before the Hon'ble High Court and Supreme Court for the last 25 years.
Standing Counsel and Legal Advisor of the Jawaharal Nehru Institute of Medical Sciences, Porompat.
Took oath as Additional Judge, High Court of Manipur on 18th March 2020.
Chief Justice S. Vaidyanathan
Justice S.VAIDYANATHAN, B.A., B.L., was born on 17th August, 1962 at Coimbatore. He did his schooling in Singaram Pillai High School Villivakkam, Chennai and graduation in B.A. (Economics) at D.G.Vaishnav College, Arumbakkam during 1979-82. He did B.L. in Madras Law College (now known as Dr.Ambedkar Government Law College) during 1982-85 and Post Graduate Diploma in Personal Management, Labour Welfare and Industrial Relations in 1986. He got enrolled as an Advocate on 27th August 1986. He practiced in the High Court of Judicature at Madras, where his paternal grandfather Sri L.S.Vaidyanathan served as a Superintendent, Copyist Section and retired in the year 1952. His father, Sri V.Subramanian started his life as a shoe polish seller and later grew to be a committed trade unionist and the founder member of the first white-collared Employees’ Union in 1946, viz., Madras Commercial Employees Union in this city of Madras under the leadership of Sri R.Venkataraman, who later became the President of India. He served as an Editor of Labour Law Books published by Madras Book Agency. He was elevated on 25.10.2013 as an Additional Judge of the High Court of Judicature at Madras and became a permanent Judge of this Court on 14.04.2015.
Name: Justice S.Vaidyanathan
Date of Birth:17.08.1962
Date of Enrollment: 27.08.1986
Date of Appointment: As Addl. Judge : 25.10.2013
Permanent Judge of the High Court : 14.04.2015
Residential Address: Old NO.88, New No.7, Thirumangalam road,
Villivakkam, Chennai 49
Address for Communication: Old No.2, New No.6, South High Court Colony, I Cross Street, Villivakkam, Chennai-600 049
Justice Hamarsan Singh Thangkhiew
Name Hon’ble : Mr Justice Hamarsan Singh Thangkhiew
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 24/12/1966
Initial Joining : 19/11/2018
Joining at Meghalaya : 19/11/2018
Date of Retirement : 23/12/2028
• Born on 24th December 1966 at Shillong in the State of Meghalaya, his Lordship took oath as Judge of the High Court of Meghalaya on 19th November 2018. His Lordship completed his initial schooling and college from St. Edmund’s College, Shillong; and thereafter, after attaining his LLB Degree from Delhi University in 1990, his Lordship was enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council of Assam, Nagaland, Meghalaya, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh in 1990-1991.
• His Lordship’s area of practice included civil, constitutional, customary and company law. His Lordship’s interest also included pro bono work for indigent persons apart from mediation activities under the auspices of Meghalaya State Legal Services Authority. He was designated Senior Advocate by the Gauhati High Court in August 2010.
• During his practice at the Bar, his Lordship acted as counsel/standing counsel for Jaintia Hills Autonomous District Council; Syiem of Mylliem and Durbar; Election Commission of India; Election Department, Govt. of Meghalaya; Meghalaya Urban Development Authority and North Eastern Hill University. His Lordship had also acted as special counsel for the State of Meghalaya in cases pertaining to reservation policy of the State Government and had appeared for Meghalaya Police before the National Human Rights Commission and also before the P.C. Phukan Commission of Enquiry and the Rajkhowa Commission of Enquiry. His Lordship was also a member of the Institutional Ethics Committee of NEIGHRHMS and NEHU.
• Besides, his Lordship was an elected member of the Bar Council of Assam, Nagaland, Meghalaya, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram, Arunachal Pradesh and Sikkim and member of the Meghalaya State Bar Council under Section 58 of Advocates Act, 1961 and the Meghalaya State Law Commission.
Sitting at : Shillong
Justice Wanlura Diengdoh
Name Hon’ble : Mr Justice Wanlura Diengdoh
Source : Bench
Date of Birth : 04/11/1965
Initial Joining : 15/11/2019
Joining at Meghalaya : 15/11/2019
Date of Retirement : 03/11/2027
• His Lordship was born on 4th November 1965 at Shillong in the State of Meghalaya. His Lordship completed his schooling from St. Anthony’s School, Shillong and B.Com from Shillong College, Shillong and thereafter obtained his Honours from St. Anthony’s College, Shillong. His Lordship attained his LLB Degree from Shillong Law College in 1990 and got enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council of Assam, Nagaland, Meghalaya, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh in 1990-1991. His Lordship therafter practised in the High Court as well as in the subordinate Courts in the State of Meghalaya in diverse fields.
• His Lordship has left his footprints in the judicial service by serving in various capacities. His Lordship joined the Judicial Service in the State of Meghalaya as an Additional District and Sessions Judge, Shillong in August 2000 and thereafter was appointed as Registrar, Gauhati High Court, Shillong Bench in 2009 and became the first Registrar General of the High Court Of Meghalaya in 2013. His Lordship served as the District and Sessions Judge, Williamnagar in 2014 and District and Sessions Judge, Tura in 2015. His Lordship has been appointed as Member Secretary, Meghalaya State Legal Services Authority in 2015 and subsequent thereupon as the District and Sessions Judge, Shillong in July 2019. His Lordship was elevated and sworn in as Judge of the High Court Of Meghalaya on 15th November 2019.
Sitting at: Shillong
Chief Justice Sambhaji Shiwaji Shinde
FULL NAME:Sambhaji Shiwaji Shinde
DATE OF BIRTH : 02-08-1960
QUALIFICATIONS : B.Sc., LL.M. (Pune), LL.M. (U.K.)
ENROLLED ON BAR COUNCIL OF MAHARASHTRA AND GOA : 0n 9th April 1987
PRACTICE AT THE BAR : Started practicing as an Advocate from November 1989 in Bombay High Court Bench At Aurangabad.
APPOINTMENT AS AGP / APP : Appointed as an Assistant Govt. Pleader / Additional Public Prosecutor in the office of the Government Pleader, High Court, in November 1995 by the Government of Maharashtra.
APPOINTMENT AS ADDL.GOVT. ADVOCATE IN THE OFFICE OF THE GOVT. ADVOCATE, NEW DELHI. : By order dated 29th Oct. 997 appointed as Additional Government Advocate in the office of the Government Advocate Maharashtra Sadan, Copernicus Sadan, Copernicus Marg, New Delhi for entire of state of Maharashtra in the Supreme Court of India, in 'B' Panel. In January 2000 appointed as 'A' Panel Counsel.
APPOINTMENT AS IN-CHARGE GOVT. ADVOCATE : Since 16th May 2002 appointed as in-charge Govt. Advocate for entire litigation of state of Maharashtra and entrusted with all administrative work as well as entire Supreme Court litigation at New Delhi for the State of Maharashtra.
TOTAL WORKING EXPERIENCE : Since enrolment handled Private/litigation till Nov. 1995. After appointment as AGP/APP in the High Court handled hundreds of all types of cases. As a receipt of good work done in the High Court, the Government of Maharashtra appointed as Addl. Govt. Advocate for its entire litigation in the Supreme Court of India in November 1997. Handled thousands of cases including Special Leave Petitions, Civil Appeals/Criminal Appeals, Writ Petitions, Public Interest Litigations and Trasfer Petitions etc
Appearance in 180 reported Judgments in SSC judgments in SCC till date.
In the Capacity as In-charge Government Advocate worked from 16th May 2002 and handled administration of office and entire litigation of State Of Maharashtra in the Supreme Court of India till the date of elevation as Judge, High Court Of Judicature at Bombay.
Justice Manindra Mohan Shrivastava
Date Of Birth : 06.03.1964
Educational Qualification : B.Sc., LL.B.
Enrolment as Advocate : 1987
Elevation as High Court Judge : 10.12.2009
Judge, Rajasthan High Court : 18.10.2021
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Manindra Mohan Shrivastava was born on 6th March, 1964 at Bilaspur. Did his schooling at Bilaspur, graduation (B.Sc.) from CMD College, Bilaspur and LL.B. with gold medal from K R Law College, Bilaspur. Was member of Board of Studies and Academic Council, Guru Ghasidas University, Bilaspur. Enrolled with the Bar Council of M.P., Jabalpur, on 05-10-1987 and practiced at District Court, Raigarh, High Court. Was Standing Counsel for Department of Income-tax, Muncipal Council, Raipur and Chhattisgarh State Electricity Organisations, Corporations etc. and is associated with Rotary International. Designated as Senior Advocate on 31-01-2005 and elevated as Judge of Chhattisgarh High Court on 10-12-2009. Transferred to Rajasthan High Court and took oath on 18.10.2021.
Justice Vijay Bishnoi
Date of Birth : 26.03.1964
Educational Qualification : LL.B.
Residential Address : House No.79, Polo 1st, Paota, Jodhpur-342006.
Official Address : Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur.
Date of Enrolment : 08.07.1989
Date of Elevation : 08.01.2013
Prof. Area of Specialization : Constitutional Law, Criminal Law, Election Law.
2000-2004 : Additional Central Govt. Standing Counsel 1991-1998 : Counsel for Rural Development & Panchayat Raj Department, Stamps & Registration Department, Co-operative Department, Labour Department, Transport Department & Excise Department, Govt. of Rajasthan. Served as counsel for National Highway Authority of India Limited (NHAI), Rajasthan State Electricity Board, Jodhpur Vidhyut Vitaran Nigam Limited (JVVNL), Ajmer Vidhyut Vitaran Nigam Limited (AVVNL), Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture & Technology Udaipur, UCO Bank, Jai Narayan Vyas University Jodhpur, Rajasthan Agriculture Marketing Board and various Central Co-operative Banks. Counsel for Bar Council of India & Bar Council of Rajasthan at Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur till Elevation. Counsel for Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL) Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur till Elevation. Counsel for Bharat Petroleum Corporation Limited (BPCL) Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur till Elevation.
Justice Arun Bhansali
Date of Birth : 15.10.1967
Educational Qualification : B.Com., LL.B.
Residential Address : 'KUNDAN', A-57, SHASTRI NAGAR, JODHPUR – 342 003.
Official Address : Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur.
Date of Enrolment : 08.07.1989
Date of Elevation : 08.01.2013
Prof. Area of Specialization : Civil, Company & Election Law.
Advised and acted for large number of Corporate Clients at Courts, Company Law Board, Tribunals and Forums dealing with Property Laws, Banking Laws, Contract, Arbitration, Consumer Protection, Insurance Laws, Land Laws, Revenue Matters, Income Tax, Service Matters, Labour Matters etc. Standing Counsel for Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd. since 2004 till elevation Standing Counsel for Income Tax Department since 2012 till elevation. Standing Counsel for HPCL - Mittal Energy Limited. Retainer for Companies & Trusts related to Erstwhile Royal Family of Udaipur since 1996 till elevation.
Justice Prakash Gupta
Date of Birth : 11.11.1960
Educational Qualification : B. Com., LL.B.
Residential Address : 41, Mahadev Nagar, Near Nand Puri, Hawa Sadak, Jaipur.
Date of Elevation : 15.10.2014
Judge, Industrial Tribunal cum Labour Court, Bharatpur. Additional Director (Litigation) Law and Legal Affairs Department, Secretariat, Jaipur Judge, Motor Accidents Claims Tribunal, Ajmer District & Sessions Judge, Churu Registrar (Vigilance), Rajasthan High Court Bench Jaipur Secretary, Lokayukta Secretariat, Jaipur District and Sessions Judge, Kota Principal Secretary, Law, Legal & Parliamentary Affairs Department, Govt. of Rajasthan, Secretariat, Jaipur.
Justice Pankaj Bhandari
Date of Birth : 23.01.1963
Educational Qualification : B.Com., LL.B.
Official Address : Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur.
Date of Elevation : 11.04.2016
Remained posted as Additional District & Sessions Judge, Ajmer, Jodhpur Metro, Chittorgarh; Jt. LR, Law Department, Jaipur; Registrar (Vigilance), Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur And Registrar, Supreme Court of India, New Delhi; District & Sessions Judge, Alwar, Udaipur.
Dr. Justice Pushpendra Singh Bhati
Date of Birth : 21.09.1970
Official Address : Rajasthan High Court, Jaipur.
Educational Qualification : BA, LL.B., LL.M. in Mercantile Law., Ph.D. in “Promotion & Seniority in Public Employment, its Changing Dimensions and Role of Supreme Court.”
Date of Enrolment : 1992
Date of Elevation : 16.11.2016
Prof Area of Specialization : Writ Jurisdiction (Service & Misc. both), Revenue, Election, Mining, Education, Panchayati Raj, Criminal and misc. matters including Public Interest Litigation.
Practiced in Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur, mainly in Writ Jurisdiction spanning across Service Laws, Public Interest Litigation, Election, Revenue, Mining, Education, Panchayati Raj, Family, Criminal and misc. matters.
Was Additional Advocate General, Raj. High Court, Jodhpur from 13.10.2008 to 29.12.2008 and 06.01.2014 till elevation. Remained Panel Lawyer for Kendriya Vidhyalaya Sangthan, OIL & Natural Gas Corporation, Labour Department (Govt. of Raj.), Ayurved Department (Govt. of Raj.). Represented Reserve Bank of India, Jai Narain Vyas University, Jodhpur and many other bodies. Was Standing Counsel for Indian Railways for 16 years.
Elected as Member, Bar Council of Rajasthan from 2009-2015. Elected as President, Raj. High Court Lawyers Association 2011-2013 & General Secretary, Raj. High Court Advocates Association in 2001. Trained Mediator of Raj. High Court. Was Visiting Faculty at his alma-mater Faculty of Law, Jai Narain Vyas University, Jodhpur for 19 years (1997 to 2016) and Visiting Faculty of National Law University, Jodhpur for one year. Is Member of Executive Committee of Indian Law Institute (Raj. Chapter). Member, Supreme Court Bar Association since 1992.
Excellent Horse Rider, Swimmer, Shooter, a Solo Glider Pilot, ParaSailor; participated in many adventurous activities with NCC and has A, B & C Certificates. Participated in several National Conferences and Television debates and deliberated on myriad issues of importance for the Administration of Justice. Was Vice President of Students Union, Law Faculty, JNV University in 1990-91.
Justice Dinesh Mehta
Date of Birth : 28.01.1968
Educational Qualification : B.Com. (Hons.), A.C.A., LL.B.
Residential Address : ‘Sayar-Sadan’, 182, Ajeet Colony, Near Circuit House, Jodhpur – 342 006.
Date of Enrolment : 06.09.1992
Date of Elevation : 16.11.2016
Advised and appeared for various Corporate Clients and other litigants at High Court and other Fora in matters relating to Taxation, Arbitration, Banking Laws, Company Laws, Electricity Laws, Environment Laws, Insurance Laws, Agrarian Laws, Municipal Laws.
Handled cases involving Constitutional, Contractual, Mining, Election, Civil, Service and Industrial disputes.
Standing Counsel of Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Limited (HPCL), Nuclear Power Corporation of India Ltd. (NPCIL), Kotak Mahindra Bank Ltd.
Panel Lawyer for Oriental Insurance Company Limited, United India Insurance Company Limited and Industrial Development Bank of India (IDBI).
Appeared for National Highway Authority of India (NHAI), Hindustan Zinc Limited, Rajasthan Financial Corporation (RFC), Security and Exchange Board of India (SEBI).
Remained Panel Lawyer for Indira Gandhi Nahar Pariyojana (IGNP), (1999-2003).
Justice Vinit Kumar Mathur
Date of Birth : 31.03.1970
Educational Qualification : B.Sc., LL.B
Residential Address : “Raj Bhawan”, 784, 5th Chopasani Road, Sardarpura, Jodhpur-342003.
Date of Enrolment : 12.08.1993
Date of Elevation : 16.11.2016
Assistant Solicitor General of India (2004-2014) and Additional Central Government Standing Counsel (1995-2004).
Senior Standing Counsel Central Excise, Customs and Service Tax Department..
Standing Counsel for Rajasthan High Court.
Standing Counsel for Commercial Taxes Department, Government of Rajasthan, Rajasthan Public Service Commission (RPSC), Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited (BSNL), Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation Limited (RIICO), Indian Railways, Department of Income Tax, Government of India, Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation (RSRTC), Desert Medicine Research Centre (DMRC), Central Arid Zone Research Institute (CAZRI), Arid Forest Research Institute (AFRI), All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Jodhpur, State Bank of Bikaner & Jaipur, IDBI Bank.
Appeared before District Courts, High Courts, Supreme Court as well as various tribunals including Central Administrative Tribunal, Armed Forces Tribunal and Rajasthan Civil Service Appellate Tribunal.
Advised and appeared for various corporate and individual clients in matters relating to Constitutional Law, Civil Law, Criminal Law, Municipal Law, Land Revenue Law, Arbitration, Service Law, Laws pertaining to Panchayati Raj Institutions.
Represented the Cricket Team of the Bar Association, Jodhpur in various Cricket Tournaments.
Justice Birendra Kumar
Date Of Birth : 23.05.1963
Elevation as High Court Judge : 16.11.2016
Judge, Rajasthan High Court : 03.01.2022
Hon’ble Mr. Justice Birendra Kumar was born on 23rd May, 1963. He completed his LL.B. degree from Patna Law College, Patna in the year 1986. Practiced in various Civil and Criminal Matters in Patna Civil Court and Patna High Court. He was topper of his batch in Bihar Superior Judicial Service Examination. Joined Bihar Superior Judicial Service as Additional District & Sessions Judge in the year 1997. He held the office of Registrar General, Patna High Court from the year 2011 to 2014. Before elevation, he was posted as District and Sessions Judge, Patna. He was elevated as an Additional Judge of Patna High Court on 16th November, 2016. Transferred to Rajasthan High Court and took oath on 03.01.2022.
Justice Ashok Kumar Gaur
Date of Birth : 25.09.1961
Educational Qualification : B.Com., LL.B.
Date of Enrolment : Year 1984
Date of Elevation : 16.05.2017
Started practicing in the Rajasthan High Court in the year 1988. Was standing counsel for Income Tax Department and panel lawyer of the Rajasthan High Court since, 2006. Designated as Senior Advocate in January, 2011. Served as Standing Counsel for various Government Departments viz., Medical & Health Department, Irrigation Department, Ajmer Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited., Sanskrit University, Private Medical Universities, etc.
Also practiced in the Supreme Court after designated as Senior Advocate since January, 2011.
Justice Manoj Kumar Garg
Date of Birth : 19.11.1963
Educational Qualification : B.Com, LL.B.
Residential Address : 12, Garg Bhawan, Outside Jalam Niwas, Paota ‘B’ Road, Jodhpur
Date of Enrolment : 08.08.1986
Date of Elevation : 16.05.2017
Prof. Area of Specialization : Criminal law and Civil Writs
Practiced mainly on criminal side in the trial court and High Court. In 2006 elected as Full fledged co-opted Member of Bar Council of Rajasthan. In 2009, elected as Member of Council of Rajasthan. Remained Chairman of Bar Council of Rajasthan in 2013 & 2014. From 2009 to 2016, nominated as Chairman of Rajasthan Bar Council Executive committee, Chairman of Rajasthan Bar Council Enrolment committee, Chairman of Rajasthan Bar Council Disciplinary committee and Chairman of Rajasthan Advocates Welfare Fund committee (Trustee committee). Remained standing counsel of Krishi Upaj Mandi Samiti, Rajasthan.
Justice Inderjeet Singh
Date of Birth : 25.07.1965
Educational Qualification : B.Com, LL.B.
Official Address : RAJASTHAN HIGH COURT BENCH, JAIPUR.
Date of Enrolment : 14.05.1988
Date of Elevation : 16.05.2017
Prof. Area of Specialization : Constitutional, Service and Labour matters.
Practiced in Rajasthan High Court, Jaipur Bench in Constitutional, Service, Labour, Civil, Criminal, and Arbitration matters.
Worked as Panel Advocate for Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Environment, Forest and Public Works Departments of the Government of Rajasthan. Also Panel Advocate for Krishi Upaj Mandi Samities of Rajasthan, Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited, Ajmer Vidyut Vitran Nigam Limited, Rajasthan State Road Transport Corporation, Rajasthan State Road Development and Construction Corporation, Bharat Sanchar Nigam Limited, United Indian Insurance Company Limited and remained counsel for Rajasthan High Court.
Also worked as Additional Advocate General for the Government of Rajasthan at Jaipur from 22.01.2014 till the date of elevation.
Justice Narendra Singh Dhaddha
Date of Birth : 03.09.1963
Educational Qualification : B.Com., M.A., LL.B.
Official Address : Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur.
Date of Elevation : 22.04.2019
Justice Mahendar Kumar Goyal
Date of Birth : 23.03.1967
Educational Qualification : B.Sc., LL.B. (Gold Medalist)
Official Address : Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur
Date of Enrolment : 1990
Date of Elevation : 06.11.2019
Justice Devendra Kachhawaha
Date of Birth : 03.05.1960
Educational Qualification : B.A., LL.B
Official Address : Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur.
Date of Elevation : 06.03.2020
Justice Manoj Kumar Vyas
Date of Birth : 17.02.1960
Educational Qualification : B.Sc., LL.B
Official Address : Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur.
Date of Elevation : 06.03.2020
Joined Rajasthan Judicial Service in 1985; remained posted as Additional District & Sessions Judge, Udaipur, Bharatpur, and Jaipur; Deputy Secretary, Law and Legal Affairs Department, Govt. of Rajasthan; Additional Director (Litigation), Law and Legal Affairs Department, Govt. of Rajasthan; Judge, Labour Court and Industrial Tribunal, Ajmer; District & Sessions Judge, Jodhpur District, Registrar (Vigilance), Rajasthan High Court Jaipur Bench; Principal Secretary Law, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Department, Govt. of Rajasthan; District & Sessions Judge, Alwar.
Justice Rameshwar Vyas
Date of Birth : 11.09.1960
Educational Qualification : B.Com., LL.B
Official Address : Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur.
Date of Elevation : 06.03.2020
Justice Chandra Kumar Songara
Date of Birth : 29.08.1961
Educational Qualification : B.Com., D.L.L., LL.M.
Official Address : Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur.
Date of Elevation : 06.03.2020
Justice Farjand Ali
Date Of Birth : 15.12.1968
Educational Qualification : B.A., L.L.B.
Official Address : Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur.
Date of Elevation : 18.10.2021
Completed L.L.B. & was enrolled on 6th September, 1992 as an advocate on the roll of Bar Council of Rajasthan and started practice as an advocate at Chittorgarh judgeship & nearby areas till 2005. Thereafter shifted from Chittorgarh to Jodhpur in the year 2005 & started practicing predominantly before the High Court of Judicature for Rajasthan at Jodhpur.
Had remained standing counsel for the Central Government before the High Court & Tribunal; National Highway Authority of India, Municipal Board & Waqf Board. Rendered services as a trained mediator to the Mediation Centre at High Court Jodhpur. In January 2019, was appointed as Govt. Advocate-cum-Additional Advocate General at Principal Bench, Rajasthan High Court Jodhpur and represented State of Rajasthan in criminal matters, as well as civil, constitutional matters and Public Interest Litigation till the elevation as a Judge of High Court of Rajasthan.
Justice Sudesh Bansal
Date Of Birth : 05.05.1972
Educational Qualification : B.Sc., LL.B.
Official Address : Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur.
Date of Enrolment : 1995
Date of Elevation : 18.10.2021
Born on 05th May 1972. Passed B.Sc. in the year 1991 and LL.B. in 1994. Joined the Bar in the year 1995 and started practicing, initially at the District Court Jaipur and also appeared before other District Courts of Rajasthan viz. Ajmer, Dausa, Jodhpur, Nagaur etc. and from the year 2000, at the Jaipur Bench of the Rajasthan High Court regularly.
Panel Lawyer for the Rajasthan Housing Board, Jaipur Vidyut Vitran Nigam, Public Trusts etc.
Performed mediation at the Mediation Center, Rajasthan High Court, Jaipur Bench since year 2008.
Key areas of expertise included Civil, Arbitration, Land Acquisition, Revenue, Constitutional matters, Misc. criminal matters, Matrimonial matters, Motor Accident Claims cases and miscellaneous Education and Service matters.
Appointed as Judge of the Rajasthan High Court and took oath on 18th October 2021.
Justice Anoop Kumar Dhand
Date Of Birth : 17.03.1973
Educational Qualification : B.A., LL.B., PGDCCA
Date of Enrolment : 14.01.1995
Date of Elevation : 18.10.2021
Areas of Practice : Primarily Criminal, Service & Misc. Laws
Enrolled with the Bar Council on 14.01.1995 and practised for 26 years at Rajasthan High Court, Jaipur Bench, Jaipur primarily Criminal, Service and Misc. Laws. Was Standing Counsel for: Rajasthan State Industrial Development and Investment Corporation Ltd., Rajasthan State Road Development Corporation, Rajasthan Financial Corporation, Rajasthan Housing board, several Universities & educational institutions. Worked as Pro Bono Lawyer with Rajasthan State Legal Service Authority; Assisted Hon’ble Rajasthan High Court as Amicus Curiae in Suo Moto Public Interest Litigations involving issues of public importance and for strengthening the Prosecution System. Elevated as Judge of Rajasthan High Court on 18.10.2021.
Justice Vinod Kumar Bharwani
Date Of Birth : 09.07.1966
Educational Qualification : B.Com., LL.B.
Official Address : Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur.
Date of Elevation : 18.10.2021
Joined Rajasthan Judicial Service in 1992; remained posted as Additional District & Sessions Judge, Ajmer, Jhunjhunu, Beawar, Jaitaran, Jalore, Nagaur & Hindaun City; M.A.C.T., Alwar, District Judge, Hanumangarh & Ajmer; Legal Advisor, R.P.S.C.; and Principal Secretary Law, Legal and Parliamentary Affairs Department, Government of Rajasthan.
Justice Madan Gopal Vyas
Date Of Birth : 26.01.1963
Educational Qualification : B.Com., LL.M.
Official Address : Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur.
Date of Elevation : 18.10.2021
Joined Rajasthan Judicial Service in 1992; remained posted as Additional District & Sessions Judge, Churu and Jaipur Metro, Judge, Family Court, Hanumangarh, Judge MACT, Barmer, District and Sessions Judge, Balotra, Jaipur District Jaipur, Bundi and Kota.
Justice Uma Shanker Vyas
Date Of Birth : 16.06.1966
Educational Qualification : B.Com., LL.B.
Official Address : Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur.
Date of Elevation : 29.10.2021
Joined Rajasthan Judicial Service in 1990; remained posted as Additional District & Sessions Judge, Ajmer, Judge, MACT, Pali and Jodhpur, District & Sessions Judge, Merta, Jaipur District, Bundi and Jaipur Metropolitan/Metro-I.
Justice Rekha Borana
Date Of Birth : 02.12.1973
Educational Qualification : B.A., LL.M.
Official Address : Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur.
Date of Elevation : 29.10.2021
Had been selected for the Rajasthan Administrative Services in the year 1997 but did not join the services and chose the legal profession. Practised before Subordinate Courts and High Court on the civil side with specialization in Arbitration matters. Was elected as the first Woman General Secretary of the Rajasthan High Court Advocates Association, Jodhpur. Was appointed as the Additional Advocate General for the State of Rajasthan on 8th January 2019 & worked as same till the date of elevation. Have the honour to be the first Woman Judge of the Rajasthan High Court from the Bar.
Justice Sameer Jain
Date Of Birth : 05.03.1974
Educational Qualification : B.Com., C.A., LL.B.
Official Address : Rajasthan High Court, Jodhpur.
Year of Enrolment : 1999
Date of Elevation : 29.10.2021
Prof. Area of Specialization : Direct & Indirect Taxation, Corporate Laws, Commercial Disputes & Constitutional Matters
Was Senior Standing Lawyer for Income Tax Department for 17 years, dealt with Constitutional, Corporate, Taxation, Economic Offences, Arbitration and other matters before Hon’ble Supreme Court, High Court, Trial Courts, Arbitration Tribunals etc.
Chief Justice Biswanath Somadder
Name Hon’ble Mr. Justice Biswanath Somadder, Chief Justice
Date of Birth 15/12/1963
Initial Joining 22/03/2006
Joining at Sikkim 12/10/2021
Born on December 15, 1963. Passed B.A. and LL.B. Examination from the University of Calcutta.Did a Certificate Course on "Office Automation Tools" under the Computer Education Programme of Regional Computer Centre, Calcutta.
Was enrolled as an Advocate on July 21, 1989. Practised in the High Court at Calcutta as well as the Supreme Court of India. Also appeared before CESTAT, Eastern Regional Bench.
Practised in Constitutional (Customs & Central Excise, FERA, Telecommunication, Education, Service & Income Tax), Arbitration, Company, Revenue, Civil and Criminal matters. Specialised in Revenue, Arbitration and Constitutional Laws.
Was Senior Counsel for the Central Government in the High Court at Calcutta. Was also the Hony. Joint Secretary of the Bar Library Club of Calcutta High Court, till just prior to his elevation.
Was elevated to the Bench of the High Court at Calcutta as a permanent Judge on June 22, 2006. Was appointed as the Executive Chairman of the State Legal Services Authority, West Bengal, by the Governor of West Bengal, vide notification dated November 5, 2018.
Appointed as Judge-in-Charge, Administrative Department, High Court at Calcutta, to discharge the functions assigned under the Appellate Side Rules of the High Court at Calcutta, with effect from November 19, 2018.
Was the Acting Chief Justice from January 1, 2019 till April 3, 2019.
Assumed charge as Judge of Allahabad High Court on and from October 17, 2019.
Elevated as Chief Justice of Meghalaya High Court and took oath on April 27, 2020.
Transferred to the High Court of Sikkim and took oath as the Chief Justice on October 12, 2021.
Sitting at Gangtok
Address Chief Justice Residence, VIP Colony, Gangtok, Sikkim - 737103
Email [email protected]
Justice Meenakshi Madan Rai
Born to Late Madan Mohan Rasaily, former Home Secretary, Government of Sikkim and Mrs. Rabi Mala Rasaily (nee Moktan), former Teacher, Baha'i School, Gangtok, East Sikkim on 12th July, 1964, she began her schooling at Tathangchen School, Gangtok, where, after completing her “Infants Class”, she joined Dowhill School at Kurseong, West Bengal as a boarder in the year 1970, from where she completed her Class X in the year 1980. In 1981, she entered Tashi Namgyal Academy, Gangtok and completed her Class XII in March, 1983. She pursued Political Science (Honours) in Lady Shriram College, Delhi University, on a Merit Scholarship from the Government of Sikkim, which she completed in 1986 and proceeded to join the Campus Law Centre, Delhi University, from where she did her three year LLB course till 1989. She was enrolled in the Bar Association of Delhi in the year 1990 and worked in the Delhi High Court and Supreme Court of India under an Advocate on Record.
Details of posts held :-
She was appointed as Judicial Magistrate 1st Class –cum- Civil Judge (East) District at Gangtok, Sikkim on 11.12.1990 in the cadre of Sikkim Judicial Service, being the first lady from Sikkim to be appointed to the said post. She was promoted to the post of Chief Judicial Magistrate-cum-Civil Judge (East & North) Districts of Sikkim at Gangtok on 20.04.2000, which post she continued to hold till 01.08.2004. On 02.08.2004, she was promoted as District & Sessions Judge (Special Division-II) at Gangtok in the cadre of the Sikkim Superior Judicial Service and subsequently, on 23.11.2004 transferred and posted as Registrar, High Court of Sikkim. On 26.10.2006, she was posted as Registrar General, High Court of Sikkim.
While posted as Registrar and Registrar General, she held additional charge of :
(a) District & Sessions Judge (Special Division-I)
(b) Judge, Family Court of Sikkim
(c) Secretary, High Court Legal Services Committee
(d) Member Secretary, Sikkim State Legal Services Authority
(e) Central Project Coordinator (e-Committee)
On 27.10.2008, she was transferred and posted as District & Sessions Judge (East & North) Sikkim at Gangtok till 14.04.2009, where she held additional charge of District & Sessions Judge (Special Division-I) at Gangtok and various assignments under Special Acts during her said posting, as follows:-
(a)Special Judge, NDPS Act, 1985 and Special Judge, Sikkim Anti-drugs Act, 2006 for East and North Sikkim.
(b)Special Judge, Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988.
(c)Single Member, MACT for East and North Sikkim.
(d)Judge, Family Court for the whole of Sikkim.
(e)Special Judge, Scheduled Castes & Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989.
(f)President, District Consumer Disputes Redressal Forum (East & North) Districts of Sikkim.
(g)Member Secretary, Sikkim State Legal Services Authority
(h)Secretary, High Court Legal Services Committee
She was transferred back as Registrar General, High Court of Sikkim on 09.04.2009 and joined the post on 15.04.2009. She held additional charge of Member Secretary, Sikkim State Legal Services Authority from January 2005 till January 2010. She was Secretary, High Court Legal Services Committee from 28.03.2007 till 27.03.2009.
On 30.06.2010 she was transferred and posted as District and Sessions Judge, South & West Sikkim at Namchi till 15.07.2012 and held various assignments under Special Acts during her said posting, as follows:-
(a)Special Judge, NDPS Act, 1985 and Special Judge, Sikkim Anti-drugs Act, 2006 for South & West Sikkim.
(b)Special Judge, Prevention of Corruption Act, 1988 for South & West Sikkim.
(c)Single Member, MACT for South & West Sikkim.
(d)Judge, Family Court for South & West Sikkim.
(e)Special Judge, Scheduled Castes & Scheduled Tribes (Prevention of Atrocities) Act, 1989 for South and West Sikkim.
(f)President, District Consumer Disputes Redressal Forum (South & West) Districts of Sikkim.
(g)`Chairperson, District Legal Services Authority, South & West Sikkim
On 16.07.2012, she was transferred and posted as District & Sessions Judge (East & North) Districts of Sikkim at Gangtok and held additional charge of District & Sessions Judge (Special Division-I) at Gangtok and various assignments as before.
On 29.07.2013, she was designated as Principal District & Sessions (East) District at Gangtok. She was elevated as Judge, High Court of Sikkim on 15.04.2015, being the first lady from Sikkim to be elevated to the post and assumed charge of the Office of the Judge, High Court of Sikkim in the forenoon of the same date.
Her Ladyship presently holds the following assignments;
1. Executive Chairperson, Sikkim State Legal Services Authority since December 11, 2015.
2. President, Sikkim State Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission since February 20, 2016.
Appointed as Acting Chief Justice w.e.f. 01.07.2018 to 29.10.2018
17.09.2019 to 14.10.2019
15.07.2020 to 06.08.2020
31.08.2021 to 12.10.2021
Name Hon'ble Mr. Justice Bhaskar Raj Pradhan, Judge
Date of Birth 19/10/1966
Initial Joining 23/05/2017
Joining at Sikkim 23/05/2017
Hon'ble Shri Justice Bhaskar Raj Pradhan, son of late Bhim Raj Pradhan, former Law Secretary and Legal Remembrancer, Government of Sikkim and Mrs. Bindumati Pradhan, former Joint Secretary, Government of Sikkim, after having completed his schooling initially from Tashi Namgal Academy, Gangtok and thereafter from St. Pauls School, Darjeeling, went on to graduate with B.A (Political Science Hons.) degree from Elphinstone College, Mumbai. He obtained Bachelor of Law (LLB) Degree from Government Law College, Mumbai, in the year 1991 and enrolled himself with the Bar Council of Maharastra in August 1991. Justice Bhaskar Raj Pradhan worked as an associate in Khaitan & Co. Advocates & Solicitors, Himalaya House, Barakhamba Road, New Delhi from 1991 to 1994 and thereafter as an associate in Karanjawala & Co., Advocates & Solicitors, D-10, Defence Colony, New Delhi from 1994 to 1998. During the period 1991-1998, Justice Bhaskar Raj Pradhan practiced before the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India, Hon'ble Delhi High Court, Hon'ble Rajasthan High Court at Jaipur as well as extensively before the Subordinate Courts, Tribunals, Commissions etc.
In the year 1998, Justice Bhaskar Raj Pradhan resettled in Sikkim and started his practice before the Hon'ble High Court of Sikkim at Gangtok and the Subordinate Courts of the four districts of Sikkim. He has over the period appeared before the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India as well as various High Courts of the country in Criminal, Civil and Constitutional matters. He has also conducted numerous trials in both Criminal and Civil matters before the Subordinate Courts of Sikkim, Assam and New Delhi. Justice Bhaskar Raj Pradhan was designated as Senior Advocate in the year 2008 by the High Court of Sikkim at Gangtok at the age of 42 years. Justice Bhaskar Raj Pradhan is a life member of Bar Association of India, New Delhi and Bar Association of Sikkim and also a member of Indian Law Institute, New Delhi. For the period 2009-2012, Justice Bhaskar Raj Pradhan was elected and held the post of the General Secretary of the Bar Association of Sikkim and thereafter as its President from the year 2015 till the date of his elevation as a Judge of the Hon'ble High Court of Sikkim.
Justice Bhaskar Raj Pradhan has undergone training at the National Legal Service Authority, New Delhi in July, 2015 as a Master Trainer. He was a member of the Committee constituted by the Hon'ble High Court of Sikkim to examine and suggest all procedural aspects of laws pertaining to filing of petition, appeal etc including necessary amendments to be incorporated in the Sikkim High Court (Practice and Procedure) Rules, 1991. He has also been a Member of the Monitoring Committee, District Legal Services Authority, East & North Sikkim at Gangtok from the year 2010 till the date of his elevation. Similarly, he was also a member of the High Court of Sikkim, Museum Committee, which has set up the first Judicial Museum in Sikkim.
Justice Bhaskar Raj Pradhan has rendered his professional services to the Sikkim Legal Services Authority, (SLSA) without accepting any professional remuneration and with a request that the said amounts may be utilised towards the cause of SLSA. He was also appointed as Amicus Curiae in various matters by the Hon'ble High Court of Sikkim. He has delivered numerous lectures on various subjects as resource person for the SLSA, Sikkim Judicial Academy, Sikkim University and Sikkim Government Law College.
Justice Bhaskar Raj Pradhan was also Joint Coordinator and contributor to the Criminal Justice India Series, Volume 18, Sikkim, a book on the administration of the Criminal Justice in Sikkim, published by Allied Publishers Private Limited in collaboration with National University of Juridical Sciences, Kolkata funded by the Ford Foundation and guided by the School of Criminal Justice Administration. Hon'ble Mr. Justice Bhaskar Raj Pradhan took oath on 23rd May 2017 as a Judge of High Court of Sikkim, at Gangtok and assumed charge of the Office of the Judge, High Court of Sikkim in the forenoon of the same date.
Sitting at Gangtok
Address Bungalow No. 14, VIP Colony, Gangtok, Sikkim - 737103
Email [email protected]
Justice Pritinker Diwaker
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Pritinker Diwaker
Member Administrative Comm.
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 22/11/1961
Initial Joining : 31/03/2009
Joining at Allahabad : 03/10/2018
Date of Retirement : 21/11/2023
Graduated in Law from Durgawati University, Jabalpur.
Enrolled as an Advocate in 1984.
During his legal career he dealt with constitutional, civil and criminal matters.
He had been the Standing Counsel for SAIL, State Bank of India, Chhattisgarh Gramin Bank, Bank of Baroda, IDBI, Madhya Pradesh State Financial Corporation, Kotak Mahindra Bank, Raipur Dugdh Sangh, CBSE and several other municipal corporation.
He was designated as Senior Advocate by High Court of Chhattisgarh in January 2005. He was a member of Madhya Pradesh State Bar Council for seven years and that of State Bar Council of Chhattisgarh for five years.
Elevated as Judge of Chhattisgarh High Court on March 31, 2009.
Transferred to Allahabad High Court on October 03, 2018
Sitting at : Allahabad
E-mail Id: [email protected]
Justice Ramesh Sinha
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Ramesh Sinha
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 05/09/1964
Initial Joining : 21/11/2011
Joining at Allahabad : 21/11/2011
Date of Retirement : 04/09/2026
Graduated in Law from Allahabad University in 1990
Enrolled as in advocate on Sep 08, 1990
Practised in Civil & Criminal side at Allahabad High Court.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Nov 21, 2011.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Aug 06, 2013.
Sitting at : Lucknow
Address : Flat No. 1, 42A/34B, Balaji Apartments, Clive road, Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Sunita Agarwal
Name : Hon’ble Mrs. Justice Sunita Agarwal
Administrative Judge for the District: Lucknow
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 30/04/1966
Initial Joining : 21/11/2011
Joining at Allahabad : 21/11/2011
Date of Retirement : 29/04/2028
Graduated in the Law from Awadh University in the year 1989.
Enrolled as an advocate on December 16, 1990.
Practised in Civil side at Allahabad High Court.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Nov 21, 2011.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Aug 06, 2013.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : 121/27, Mahatma Gandhi Marg, Civil Lines, Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Rakesh Srivastava
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Rakesh Srivastava
Administrative Judge for the District: Agra
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 29/09/1960
Initial Joining : 12/04/2013
Joining at Allahabad : 12/04/2013
Date of Retirement : 28/09/2022
Graduated in Science in the year 1980 and Law in the year 1983 from Lucknow University.
Enrolled as an Advocate on Apr 27, 1984.
Practised mainly in Civil, Constitutional, Service, Educational & Labour Laws at the High Court at Lucknow and Allahabad and the Supreme Court till his elevation to the Bench.
Served as counsel for UPSEB, Railways, NTPC, SAIL, AICTE, UP State Entrance Admission Test and a number of Educational Institutions apart from a large number of public and private organisations.
Taught Law in Lucknow University.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Apr 12, 2013. Took oath as Permanent Judge on Aug 02, 2014.
Sitting at : Lucknow
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Surya Prakash Kesarwani
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Surya Prakash Kesarwani
Administrative Judge for the District: Kanpur Nagar
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 15/07/1962
Initial Joining : 12/04/2013
Joining at Allahabad : 12/04/2013
Date of Retirement : 14/07/2024
Graduated in Law from Allahabad University in 1985.
Enrolled as an Advocate on Aug 11, 1985.
Practised mainly on Taxation and Constitutional sides.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Apr 12, 2013. Took oath as Permanent Judge on Aug 02, 2014.
Sitting at : Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Manoj Kumar Gupta
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Manoj Kumar Gupta
Administrative Judge for the District: Varanasi
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 09/10/1964
Initial Joining : 12/04/2013
Joining at Allahabad : 12/04/2013
Date of Retirement : 08/10/2026
Graduated in Law from Lucknow University in 1987.
Enrolled as an Advocate on Dec 06, 1987.
Practised mainly on Civil, Rent Control and Constitutional sides.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Apr 12, 2013. Took oath as Permanent Judge on Apr 10, 2015.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : 38A, Thornhill Road, Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Anjani Kumar Mishra
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Anjani Kumar Mishra
Administrative Judge for the District: Meerut
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 17/05/1963
Initial Joining : 12/04/2013
Joining at Allahabad : 12/04/2013
Date of Retirement : 16/05/2025
Graduated in Law from Allahabad University in 1988.
Enrolled as an Advocate on Jan 08, 1989.
Practised mainly on Civil, Revenue, Consolidation, Constitutional and Company sides.
Was standing counsel for Medical Council of India, Official Liquidator attached to the High Court, Indian Bank and Tehri Hydro Development Corporation.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Apr 12, 2013. Took oath as Permanent Judge on Apr 10, 2015.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : 29C/1, Hastings Road, Alkapuri Colony, Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Dr. Kaushal Jayendra Thaker
Name : Hon’ble Dr. Justice Kaushal Jayendra Thaker
Administrative Judge for the District: Gorakhpur
Source : Service
Date of Birth : 04/09/1961
Initial Joining : 04/05/2013
Joining at Allahabad : 11/04/2016
Date of Retirement : 03/09/2023
Graduated in Law from Gujarat University. Passed LL.M. (Commercial Group). Awarded Ph.D. in Environment Law from Gujarat University.
Joined the Bar in 1987 and practiced in the High Court of Gujarat in labour, service, constitutional, civil and criminal matters.
Appointed directly as District Judge in Feb, 1997.
Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Gujarat on May 04, 2013.
Transferred to Allahabad High Court and took oath as Additional Judge on Apr 11, 2016.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Mar 14, 2018.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : Judges Bunglow No 9, High Court Campus, Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Mahesh Chandra Tripathi
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Mahesh Chandra Tripathi
Administrative Judge for the District: Ghaziabad
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 21/06/1966
Initial Joining : 27/09/2013
Joining at Allahabad : 27/09/2013
Date of Retirement : 20/06/2028
Graduated in Law from Lucknow University in 1990.
Enrolled as an Advocate on Jan 11, 1992.
Practised mainly on Civil side. Was Addl. Chief Standing Counsel, State of UP since Oct 2007.
Was counsel for Kanpur Development Authority, Kanpur Nagar Nigam, UP Food and Essential Commodities Corp., Agra Development Authority, Moradabad Development Authority and Kumaun University.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Sep 27, 2013. Took oath as Permanent Judge on Apr 10, 2015.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : 555E, New Mumfordganj, Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Suneet Kumar
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Suneet Kumar
Administrative Judge for the District: Bareilly
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 29/05/1961
Initial Joining : 27/09/2013
Joining at Allahabad : 27/09/2013
Date of Retirement : 28/05/2023
Graduated in Law from Allahabad University in 1989.
Enrolled as an Advocate on Jul 04, 1992.
Practised mainly on Civil side.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Sep 27, 2013. Took oath as Permanent Judge on Apr 10, 2015.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : 65/19/4, B.K. Banerji Marg, Allahabad
E-mail Id: [email protected]
Justice Vivek Kumar Birla
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Vivek Kumar Birla
Administrative Judge for the District: Aligarh
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 18/09/1963
Initial Joining : 03/02/2014
Joining at Allahabad : 03/02/2014
Date of Retirement : 17/09/2025
Took oath as Additional Judge on Feb 03, 2014.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Feb 01, 2016.
Sitting at : Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Attau Rahman Masoodi
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Attau Rahman Masoodi
Administrative Judge for the District: Azamgarh
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 03/08/1963
Initial Joining : 03/02/2014
Joining at Allahabad : 03/02/2014
Date of Retirement : 02/08/2025
Matriculation from Government High School Trehgam, District Kupwara (J&K) in the year 1979.
Graduated in Science from Sri Pratap College, Srinagar (J&K) in the year 1985.
Graduated in Law from University of Lucknow in the year 1988.
Enrolled as an Advocate with Bar Council of U.P. on Dec 27, 1989.
Practised mainly on civil, consitutional, service and environmental matters in High Court of Allahabad, High Court Lucknow Bench, Lucknow, Central Administrative Tribunals (Principle Bench New Delhi, Allahabad Bench, Lucknow Bench), Delhi High Court.
Practised also at High court of Uttarakhand, U.P. State Services Tribunal, Lucknow and Supreme Court of India, New Delhi.
Took oath as Additional Judge on Feb 03, 2014. Took oath as Permanent Judge on Feb 01, 2016.
Sitting at : Lucknow
Address : R 1, Nehru Enclave, Vishwas Khand 3, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Ashwani Kumar Mishra
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Ashwani Kumar Mishra
Administrative Judge for the District: Bulandshahar
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 16/11/1968
Initial Joining : 03/02/2014
Joining at Allahabad : 03/02/2014
Date of Retirement: 15/11/2030
Passed B.A. (Hon.) Economics from Kirori Mal College and LL.B. from Campus Law Centre, University of Delhi.
Enrolled as an Advocate on May 08, 1993.
Practised mainly on Civil, Constitutional and Service side.
Engaged as arguing counsel for many statutory bodies like NOIDA, Ghaziabad Dev. Authority, Allahabad Dev. Authority, IFFCO, IOC, U.P. Power Corp. Also engaged as senior counsel by the State Government in important matters.
Designated as a Senior Advocate in the year 2013.
Took oath as Additional Judge on Feb 03, 2014 and as a permanent Judge on Feb 01, 2016.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : 8, Strachey Road, Civil Lines, Allahabad
E-mail Id: [email protected]
Justice Rajan Roy
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Rajan Roy
Administrative Judge for the District: Jaunpur
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 15/08/1965
Initial Joining : 03/02/2014
Joining at Allahabad : 03/02/2014
Date of Retirement : 14/08/2027
Graduated in Law from Lucknow University in 1993.
Enrolled as an Advocate on Jan 30, 1994.
Practised mainly on Service, Civil and Constitutional matters.
Took oath as Additional Judge on Feb 03, 2014.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Feb 01, 2016.
Sitting at : Lucknow
Address : 1/67, Vivek Khand, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Arvind Kumar Mishra-I
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Arvind Kumar Mishra-I
Administrative Judge for the District: Moradabad
Source : Service
Date of Birth : 02/07/1961
Initial Joining : 03/02/2014
Joining at Allahabad : 03/02/2014
Date of Retirement : 01/07/2023
Graduated in Law from Allahabad University in 1982.
Enrolled as an Advocate on Aug 27, 1984.
Practised mainly on all sides except Tax.
Appointed in Higher Judicial Service in the year 1998. Promoted as District & Sessions Judge in the year 2008.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Feb 03, 2014.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Feb 01, 2016.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : 98 B, Ashok Nagar, Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Om Prakash-VII
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Om Prakash-VII
Administrative Judge for the District: Sultanpur
Source : Service
Date of Birth : 10/09/1960
Initial Joining : 03/02/2014
Joining at Allahabad : 03/02/2014
Date of Retirement : 09/09/2022
Graduated in Law from BHU in 1982.
Appointed in Higher Judicial Service in the year 1998. Promoted as District & Sessions Judge in the year 2008.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Feb 03, 2014.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Feb 01, 2016.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : H No.25D/27A, CY Chintamani Road, Darbhanga Colony, Alld.
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Siddhartha Varma
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Siddhartha Varma
Administrative Judge for the District: Mathura
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 19/09/1967
Initial Joining : 15/11/2016
Joining at Allahabad : 15/11/2016
Date of Retirement : 18/09/2029
Graduated in Law from Allahabad University in 1992.
Enrolled as an Advocate on Feb 05, 1992.
Practised mainly on Civil side.
Elevated as an Additional Judge on Nov 15, 2016.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Mar 23, 2018.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : 5, Ponnappa Road, Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Sangeeta Chandra
Name : Hon’ble Mrs. Justice Sangeeta Chandra
Administrative Judge for the District: Sitapur
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 23/04/1968
Initial Joining : 15/11/2016
Joining at Allahabad : 15/11/2016
Date of Retirement : 22/04/2030
Graduated in Law from Lucknow University in 1995.
Enrolled as an Advocate on Mar 31, 1996.
Practised mainly on Civil, Constitutional (Writ Jurisdiction).
Elevated as Additional Judge on Nov 15, 2016.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Mar 23, 2018.
Sitting at : Lucknow
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Vivek Chaudhary
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Vivek Chaudhary
Administrative Judge for the District: Pratapgarh
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 13/05/1966
Initial Joining : 20/02/2017
Joining at Allahabad :20/02/2017
Date of Retirement : 12/05/2028
Graduated in Law from Meerut University, Meerut in 1988.
Enrolled as an Advocate on Nov 12, 1988.
Practised in Civil, Consitutional side at Allahabad High Court and Supreme Court.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Feb 20, 2017. Took oath as Permanent Judge on Mar 14, 2018.
Sitting at : Lucknow
Address : 1, Gautam Palli, Lucknow Pin:226001
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Saumitra Dayal Singh
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Saumitra Dayal Singh
Administrative Judge for the District: Faizabad
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 20/12/1969
Initial Joining : 20/02/2017
Joining at Allahabad : 20/02/2017
Date of Retirement : 19/12/2031
Graduated in Law from APS University, Rewa in 1992.
Enrolled as an Advocate on Nov 25, 1992.
Practised in Taxation, Industrial Laws, Company Law, etc. at Allahabad High Court.
Designated as Senior Advocate in August, 2013.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Feb 20, 2017. Took oath as Permanent Judge on Mar 14, 2018.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : Chayanika, 12C, Lohia Marg, Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Rajiv Joshi
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Rajiv Joshi
Administrative Judge for the District: Raebareli
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 23/03/1961
Initial Joining : 22/09/2017
Joining at Allahabad : 22/09/2017
Date of Retirement : 22/03/2023
Graduated in the Law from Allahabad University in the year 1985.
Enrolled as an advocate on Aug 13, 1985.
Practised in Civil/Revenue side at Allahabad High Court.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Sep 22, 2017.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Sep 06, 2019.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : 202, Vinayak Enclave, Ashok Nagar, Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Rahul Chaturvedi
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Rahul Chaturvedi
Administrative Judge for the District: Ghazipur
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 30/06/1962
Initial Joining : 22/09/2017
Joining at Allahabad : 22/09/2017
Date of Retirement : 29/06/2024
Graduated in the Law from D.D.U University, Gorakhpur in the year 1985.
Enrolled as an advocate on Sep 13, 1987.
Initially got initial training as junior in the chamber of Shri V.B. Upadhya, Sr. Advocate (Ex. A.G.U.P.) and threafter started practice exclusively in Criminal side at Allahabad High Court.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Sep 22, 2017.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Mar 18, 2020.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : VI/18 Annapurna Vihar, 3-D Beli Road, Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Salil Kumar Rai
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Salil Kumar Rai
Administrative Judge for the District: Lakhimpur Kheri
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 08/08/1965
Initial Joining : 22/09/2017
Joining at Allahabad : 22/09/2017
Date of Retirement : 07/08/2027
Graduated in the Law from Gorakhpur University, Gorakhpur in the year 1988.
Enrolled as an advocate on Sep 10, 1988.
Practised in Civil, Revenue and Constitutional side at Allahabad High Court.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Sep 22, 2017.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Sep 06, 2019.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : Flat No. C-4, Highrise Building, Judges Colony, Stanely Road, Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Donadi Ramesh
He was born on 27.6.1965 at Kammapalli village, near Madanapalli, Chittoor District. His father late Sri D.V.Narayana Naidu, was a retired Engineer in Panchayat Raj Department and his mother late Smt. Annapurnamma was a house wife. He did his graduation from Sri Venkateswara Arts College, Tirupathi, Chittoor District. He did his Bachelor of law from V.R.Law College, Nellore in the year 1987-90. He was enrolled as an Advocate in Bar Council of Andhra Pradesh in the year 1990. After enrollment, he started practice at Andhra Pradesh High Court, Hyderabad and joined in the office of Sri Justice P.S.Narayana. During his practice at Andhra Pradesh High Court, Hyderabad he was appointed as Government Pleader for Services and worked from December 2000 to 2004. After that he was appointed as Standing Counsel for A.P.Sarvasiksha Abhiyaan in the year 2007 and worked till 2013. Appointed as Special Government Pleader attached to the Office of Advocate General in the year 2014 and worked till May 2019. Elevated to the Bench as Judge of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh and assumed charge on 13.01.2020.
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Justice Jayant Banerji
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Jayant Banerji
Administrative Judge for the District: Saharanpur
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 17/01/1965
Initial Joining : 22/09/2017
Joining at Allahabad : 22/09/2017
Date of Retirement : 16/01/2027
Graduated in the Law from C.M.P. Degree College (Allahabad University) in the year 1987.
Enrolled as an advocate on Jan 8, 1989.
Practised in Civil side at Allahabad High Court.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Sep 22, 2017.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Sep 06, 2019.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : 13, Lukerganj, Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Rajesh Singh Chauhan
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Rajesh Singh Chauhan
Administrative Judge for the District: Deoria
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 18/07/1966
Initial Joining : 22/09/2017
Joining at Allahabad : 22/09/2017
Date of Retirement : 17/07/2028
Graduated in the Law from Lucknow University in the year 1988.
Enrolled as an advocate on Jan 08, 1989.
Practised in Civil, Criminal, Service and Tax side at Allahabad High Court.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Sep 22, 2017.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Sep 06, 2019.
Sitting at : Lucknow
Address : Bungalow No. 6-B, Vikramaditya Marg (Castles Road), Lucknow
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Irshad Ali
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Irshad Ali
Administrative Judge for the District: Shahjahanpur
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 12/12/1964
Initial Joining : 22/09/2017
Joining at Allahabad : 22/09/2017
Date of Retirement : 11/12/2026
Graduated in the Law from Allahabad University in the year 1988 (1987 Batch).
Enrolled as an advocate on Feb 9, 1989.
Practised in Civil, Constitutional & Service side at Allahabad High Court.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Sep 22, 2017.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Mar 18, 2020.
Sitting at : Lucknow
Address : Flat No. 303 & 304, Shivam Apartment, Shashipuram Colony, Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Saral Srivastava
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Saral Srivastava
Administrative Judge for the District: Bijnor
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 29/10/1964
Initial Joining : 22/09/2017
Joining at Allahabad : 22/09/2017
Date of Retirement : 28/10/2026
Graduated in the Law from Allahabad University in the year 1987.
Enrolled as an advocate on Feb 26, 1989.
Practised in Civil side at Allahabad High Court.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Sep 22, 2017.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Sep 06, 2019.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : Flat No. 606, Sixth Floor, Vinayak SS Sai Darshan Apartment, Maharishi Dayanand Marg, Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Jahangir Jamshed Munir
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Jahangir Jamshed Munir
Administrative Judge for the District: Budaun
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 23/08/1967
Initial Joining : 22/09/2017
Joining at Allahabad : 22/09/2017
Date of Retirement : 22/08/2029
Graduated in Law from A.M.U. Aligarh in 1989.
Enrolled as an Advocate on Mar 08, 1990.
Practised in Civil, Criminal, Services & Revenue sides at Allahabad High Court.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Sep 22, 2017.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Sep 06, 2019.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : F 307, Shreya Aptt., 218, Muir Rd, Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Rajiv Gupta
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Rajiv Gupta
Administrative Judge for the District: Hardoi
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 22/10/1966
Initial Joining : 22/09/2017
Joining at Allahabad : 22/09/2017
Date of Retirement : 21/10/2028
Graduated in Law from Allahabad University in 1990.
Enrolled as an Advocate on Sep 08, 1990.
Practised in Criminal side at Allahabad High Court.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Sep 22, 2017.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Sep 06, 2019.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : 1 C, Church Lane, Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Siddharth
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Siddharth
Administrative Judge for the District: Basti
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 15/04/1965
Initial Joining : 22/09/2017
Joining at Allahabad : 22/09/2017
Date of Retirement : 14/04/2027
Graduated in the Law from Allahabad University in the year 1990.
Enrolled as an advocate on Jul 06, 1991.
Practised in Civil side at Allahabad High Court.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Sep 22, 2017.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Sep 06, 2019.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : MIG-2, Newada Colony, Drummond Road, Allahabad-211001
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Ajit Kumar
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Ajit Kumar
Administrative Judge for the District: Ballia
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 22/12/1968
Initial Joining : 22/09/2017
Joining at Allahabad : 22/09/2017
Date of Retirement : 21/12/2030
Graduated in the Law from Allahabad University in the year 1992.
Enrolled as an advocate on Feb 5, 1992.
Practised in Civil, Revenue, Service and Constitutional side at Allahabad High Court and Supreme Court.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Sep 22, 2017.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Sep 06, 2019.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : 664/242-A, (Near Rauza), Sohabatiabagh, Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Rajnish Kumar
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Rajnish Kumar
Administrative Judge for the District: Ramabai Nagar (Kanpur Dehat)
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 10/08/1969
Initial Joining : 22/09/2017
Joining at Allahabad : 22/09/2017
Date of Retirement : 09/08/2031
Graduated in the Law from Lucknow University in the year 1991.
Enrolled as an advocate on Mar 14, 1992.
Practised in mainly Civil side at Allahabad High Court, Lucknow Bench.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Sep 22, 2017.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Sep 06, 2019.
Sitting at : Lucknow
Address : 2/39, Vivek Khand, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow-226010
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Abdul Moin
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Abdul Moin
Administrative Judge for the District: Bahraich
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 01/11/1968
Initial Joining : 22/09/2017
Joining at Allahabad : 22/09/2017
Date of Retirement : 31/10/2030
Graduated in the Law from Lucknow University in the year 1992.
Enrolled as an advocate on May 26, 1993.
Practised in Civil, Constitutional, Service, Revenue & Misc. side at Lucknow
High Court.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Sep 22, 2017.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Sep 06, 2019.
Sitting at : Lucknow
Address : Lucknow
E-mail Id :[email protected]
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Justice Rajeev Misra
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Rajeev Misra
Administrative Judge for the District: Farrukhabad
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 27/01/1969
Initial Joining : 22/09/2017
Joining at Allahabad : 22/09/2017
Date of Retirement : 26/01/2031
Graduated in the Law from A.P.S. University, Rewa in the year 1993.
Enrolled as an advocate on August 1993.
Practised in Civil and Revenue side at Allahabad High Court.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Sep 22, 2017.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Sep 06, 2019.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : 534, Mumfordganj, Dahiawan, Allahabad Kutchery, Allahabad.
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Vivek Kumar Singh
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Vivek Kumar Singh
Administrative Judge for the District: Jhansi
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 25/03/1968
Initial Joining : 22/09/2017
Joining at Allahabad : 22/09/2017
Date of Retirement : 24/03/2030
Graduated in the Law from A.P.S. University, Rewa, M.P. in the year 1993.
Enrolled as an advocate on Aug 30, 1993.
Practised in Civil/Criminal side at Allahabad High Court.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Sep 22, 2017.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Sep 06, 2019.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : 115-A, Alopibagh, Allahabad, 221006
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Ajay Bhanot
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Ajay Bhanot
Administrative Judge for the District: Firozabad
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 04/08/1969
Initial Joining : 22/09/2017
Joining at Allahabad : 22/09/2017
Date of Retirement : 03/08/2031
Graduated in the Law from Lucknow University in the year 1994.
Enrolled as an advocate on Jan 15, 1995.
Practised in Civil, Constitutional, Tax, Service, Company Law and Criminal side at Allahabad High Court. Also handled matters relating to environmental, industrial disputes and other allied branches of law.
Was counsel for the Government of India, Standing Counsel for the State of U.P., Additional Government Advocate for the State of U.P. and other Organizations like the Uttar Pradesh Public Service Commission at different periods in time.
Designated as Senior Advocate by the Allahabad High Court on May 23, 2015.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Sep 22, 2017.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Sep 06, 2019.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : B-55, Ashok Nagar Extension, Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Neeraj Tiwari
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Neeraj Tiwari
Administrative Judge for the District: Kushi Nagar at Padrauna
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 09/07/1964
Initial Joining : 22/09/2017
Joining at Allahabad : 22/09/2017
Date of Retirement : 08/07/2026
Graduated in Law (LL.B.) from University of Allahabad in the year 1995 (1992 Batch).
Post Graduated (M.A.) from University of Allahabad in the year 1988 (1986 Batch).
Enrolled as an Advocate on 14.12.1995 in Bar Council of Uttar Pradesh.
Practiced mainly on civil side handling varied nature of matters relating to Constitutional, Service, Educational and Civil Misc. at Allahabad High Court, Allahabad.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Sep 22, 2017.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Sep 21, 2019.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : Amarawati-Kunj, 1384, Kidwai Nagar, Allahpur, Allahabad-211006
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Prakash Padia
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Prakash Padia
Administrative Judge for the District: Etawah
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 10/03/1965
Initial Joining : 22/11/2018
Joining at Allahabad : 22/11/2018
Date of Retirement : 09/03/2027
Graduated in Law from the University of Allahabad in 1987.
Enrolled as an Advocate on Feb 02, 1989.
Started practice under the guidance of Dr. R.G. Padia (Sr. Advocate) (Uncle) at Allahabad High Court in 1989.
Practiced in Educational matters, Education service, Service, Constitutional, Civil and Revenue matters.
Worked as Standing Counsel for Indian Oil Corporation Ltd., Bharat Petroleum Corporation Ltd., Life Indurance Corporation of India, GAIL(India) Limited, Bharat Electronics Ltd., Green Gas Limited, Chandra Shekhar Azad University of Agriculture & Technology, Kanpur, University of Allahabad, Bundelkhand University, Jhansi and Panel lawyer of Food Corporation of India.
Treasure International Law Association State Unit of U.P.
Took oath as Additional Judge on Nov 22, 2018.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Nov 20, 2020.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : 52, Juhi Colony, Muir Road, Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Alok Mathur
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Alok Mathur
Administrative Judge for the District: Fatehpur
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 16/11/1964
Initial Joining : 22/11/2018
Joining at Allahabad : 22/11/2018
Date of Retirement : 15/11/2026
Graduated in Chemistry (Hons.) from Hindu College University, Delhi in the year 1986.
Law from Campus Law Center University, Delhi in the year 1989.
Enrolled as an Advocate on Oct 6, 1989.
Practiced for a period of 28 years.
Practiced Criminal, Company, Tax and Service matters.
Worked as Standing Counsel for the Chancellor of Universities, U.P. His Excellency the Governor, Union of India, Food Corporation of India, Income Tax Department and Customs, Central Excise & GST
Elevated as Additional Judge of this Court on Nov 22, 2018.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Nov 20, 2020.
Sitting at : Lucknow
Address : D-1205/24 Indira Nagar, Lucknow-226016
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Pankaj Bhatia
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Pankaj Bhatia
Administrative Judge for the District: Etah
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 15/09/1966
Initial Joining : 22/11/2018
Joining at Allahabad: 22/11/2018
Date of Retirement : 14/09/2028
Did schooling from Scindia School, Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh and Graduated in Science in the year 1986 and Law from the University of Kanpur in 1989.
Enrolled as an Advocate on Dec 9, 1989.
Started practice at Kanpur under the guidance of my father Sri S. S. Bhatia.
Shifted to Allahabad High Court in the year 1992 and practiced under the guidance of Sri S.N. Varma, Senior Advocate, mainly on Civil Law, Constitutional Law, Excise & Customs and Administrative Law.
Shifted to Supreme Court in the year 2007 and practiced at Supreme Court and Delhi High Court mainly on Civil Law, Constitutional Law, Excise & Customs and Administrative Law.
Worked as the Counsel for Bank of India before elevation.
Took oath as an Additional Judge on Nov 22, 2018.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Nov 20, 2020.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : Drummond Road Guest House
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Saurabh Lavania
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Saurabh Lavania
Administrative Judge for the District: Mainpuri
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 17/04/1966
Initial Joining : 22/11/2018
Joining at Allahabad : 22/11/2018
Date of Retirement : 16/04/2028
Graduate in Law from Lucknow University, Lucknow in 1989
Enrolled as an Advocate on 22nd April 1990.
Practised in Civil and Constitutional (Writ Jurisdiction) sides in Allahabad, High Court at Lucknow Bench.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Nov 22, 2018.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Nov 20, 2020.
Sitting at : Lucknow
Address : 5/32, Vishal Khand, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Vivek Varma
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Vivek Varma
Administrative Judge for the District: Mirzapur
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 29/12/1969
Initial Joining : 22/11/2018
Joining at Allahabad : 22/11/2018
Date of Retirement : 28/12/2031
Graduated in Law from A.P.S. University, Rewa in the year 1992.
Enrolled as an Advocate on September 04, 1992.
Practiced at Allahabad High Court in Civil and Constitutional Side.
Worked as Standing Counsel of Varanasi Development Authority, Kanpur Development Authority, Allahabad Development Authority, Agra Development Authority and U.P. State Industrial Development Authority till elevation.
Worked as Standing Counsel of Varanasi Nagar Nigam, Kanpur Nagar Nigam, Allahabad Nagar Nigam and Gorakhpur Nagar Nigam till elevation.
Worked as Standing Counsel of M.J.P. Rohilkhand University, Bareilly, Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University, Agra, Mahatma Kashi Vidyapith, Varanasi and V.B.S. Purvanchal University, Jaunpur till elevation.
Took oath as Additional Judge on Nov 22, 2018.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Nov 20, 2020.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : 18-C, Hastings Road, Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Sanjay Kumar Singh
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Sanjay Kumar Singh
Administrative Judge for the District: Ambedkar Nagar at Akbarpur
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 21/01/1969
Initial Joining : 22/11/2018
Joining at Allahabad : 22/11/2018
Date of Retirement : 20/01/2031
Born on Jan 21, 1969 in Mirzapur (U.P.).
Graduated in Science from Ewing Christian College, Allahabad affiliated to University of Allahabad in the year 1988.
Graduated in Law from Dayanand College of Law Kanpur, affiliated to Chhatrapati Shahuji Maharaj University, Kanpur in 1992.
Enrolled as an Advocate on May 09, 1993 in Bar Council, U.P. and practiced in the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad.
Started legal career with father Late Shitala Prasad Singh, who was a leading lawyer of criminal side and also served as Government Advocate, State of U.P. in Allahabad High Court.
Conducted the cases of Criminal, Civil, Service, Education and Misc. Writ Jurisdiction having specialization in criminal cases related to Economic Offences and Narcotics.
Represented several Government Organizations/ Departments in the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad as Additional Central Govt. Standing Counsel, Counsel for U.P. State Road Transport Corporation & U.P. Power Corporation Ltd., Standing Counsel for Dr. B.R. Ambedkar University, Agra, Special Public Prosecutor for Directorate of Revenue Intelligence, Customs and Central Excise, Narcotics Control Bureau & Central Bureau of Narcotics, Counsel for Enforcement Directorate.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Nov 22,2018 in the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Nov 20, 2020.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : 50/12/06 Lohia Marg, Allahabad-211001
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Piyush Agrawal
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Piyush Agrawal
Administrative Judge for the District: Mau
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 06/11/1971
Initial Joining : 22/11/2018
Joining at Allahabad : 22/11/2018
Date of Retirement : 05/11/2033
Graduated in Law from APS University, Rewa in 1993
Enrolled as an Advocate on 28th August, 1993
Practised mainly on Civil side handling matters relating in Constitutional, Taxation, Company and allied branches of Law.
Practised at Allahabad HIgh Court and Lucknow Bench.
Worked as Standing Counsel for several Companies and Corporations.
Worked as Additional Chief Standing Counsel for State of Uttar Pradesh in 2014
Was Senior Standing Counsel, Income Tax Department, Government of India from 2016 till elevation.
Was Senior Standing Counsel, CGST, Excise & Custom Deopartments, Government of India from 2017 till elevation.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Nov 22, 2018.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Nov 20, 2020.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : Prem Villa, 171/B-2, Ashok Nagar, Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Saurabh Shyam Shamshery
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Saurabh Shyam Shamshery
Administrative Judge for the District: Rampur
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 04/02/1969
Initial Joining : 22/11/2018
Joining at Allahabad : 22/11/2018
Date of Retirement : 03/02/2031
Graduated in Law from Meerut University in the year 1993.
Enrolled as an Advocate in 1994 with the Bar Council of Uttar Pradesh.
After the initial days of practice at the District Court of Meerut and the High Court of Allahabad, moved to Delhi in the year 1998.
Practiced mainly in the Supreme Court in Constitutional, Civil, Criminal, Elections and other matters.
Was Additional Advocate General for the State of Rajasthan before the Supreme Court of India.
Was Senior Panel Advocate for the Government of India before the Supreme Court of India.
Was Standing Counsel for the State of Uttarakhand and Senior Panel Counsel for the State of Uttar Pradesh before the Supreme Court of India.
Was Senior Standing Counsel for the Department of Telecommunication, Union of India before the TDSAT.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Nov 22,2018.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Nov 20, 2020.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : Flat No. A2, High Rise Building, High Court Judges Colony, Stanley Road, Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Jaspreet Singh
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Jaspreet Singh
Administrative Judge for the District: Banda
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 29/08/1971
Initial Joining : 22/11/2018
Joining at Allahabad : 22/11/2018
Date of Retirement : 28/08/2033
Graduated in Commerce in 1991 and Law in the year 1994 from Lucknow University.
Enrolled as an Advocate with the U.P. Bar Council in the year 1994.
Practised in the Allahabad High Court at Lucknow from 1995 primarily on the civil side and conducted large number of cases relating to civil appeals, rent control, arbitration and misc. writs.
Counsel for Mansarowar Urban Cooperative Bank Ltd., S.G.P.G.I., H.D.F.C. and other private corporations.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Nov 22, 2018.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Nov 20, 2020.
Sitting at : Lucknow
Address : 5, Raj Bhawan Colony, Lucknow
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Rajeev Singh
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Rajeev Singh
Administrative Judge for the District: Jalaun at Orai
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 03/04/1968
Initial Joining : 22/11/2018
Joining at Allahabad : 22/11/2018
Date of Retirement : 02/04/2030
Graduated in Maths in the year 1987 & Law in the year 1994.
Diploma in Aircraft maintenance Engineering, (IIA Patna)
Enrolled as an Advocate in the year 1995.
Practiced in the Allahabad High Court at Lucknow, mainly in Criminal Laws, Constitutional Laws, Administrative Laws and Civil Laws and Banking Laws.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Nov 22, 2018.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Nov 20, 2020.
Sitting at : Lucknow
Address : L-5/146, Sector-L, Aliganj, Lucknow, U.P.-226024
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Manju Rani Chauhan
Name : Hon’ble Mrs. Justice Manju Rani Chauhan
Administrative Judge for the District: Hathras
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 29/08/1966
Initial Joining : 22/11/2018
Joining at Allahabad : 22/11/2018
Date of Retirement : 28/08/2028
Graduated in law from Allahabad University.
Enrolled as advocate on November, 1995.
Practised in Civil, Criminal, Service and Education and Miscellaneous side.
Worked in panel of State government, presented Allahabad Development Authority, Allahabad and Gas Authority of India.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Nov 22, 2018.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Nov 20, 2020.
Sitting at : Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Karunesh Singh Pawar
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Karunesh Singh Pawar
Administrative Judge for the District: Pilibhit
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 19/05/1971
Initial Joining : 22/11/2018
Joining at Allahabad : 22/11/2018
Date of Retirement : 18/05/2033
Graduated in the Law LL.B. from (Lucknow University).
Enrolled as an Advocate in the year 1996.
Practised in Allahabd High Court, Lucknow Bench w.e.f. July 1996 till appointment as a Judge mainly in Civil, Service, Criminal, Miscellaneous and Constitutional matters.
Specialization in Service matters, co-operative Societies, Law relating to Sugar Industries.
Also appeared before Hon'ble High Court of Judicature at Allahabad, Hon'ble Supreme Court, Civil Court, Lucknow, National Consumer Disputes Redressal Commission, Debts Recovery Tribunal, Lucknow, State Public Services Tribunal, U.P.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Nov 22, 2018.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Nov 20, 2020.
Sitting at : Lucknow
Address : B-1/182, Sector-G, Aliganj, Lucknow Pin-226024
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Yogendra Kumar Srivastava
Name : Hon’ble Dr. Justice Yogendra Kumar Srivastava
Administrative Judge for the District: Siddharth Nagar
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 30/12/1965
Initial Joining : 22/11/2018
Joining at Allahabad : 22/11/2018
Date of Retirement : 29/12/2027
Graduted in Law from the University of Allahabad.
M.Sc. and D.Phil. from the University of Allahabad.
Enrolled as an Advocate on May 27, 1996.
Practised on Civil, Service and Constitutional sides at the Allahabad High Court.
Worked as Standing Counsel for U.P. State Sugar Corporation Ltd., State Bank of India, U.P. Sahkari Gram Vikas Bank Ltd., Oriental Insurance Company Ltd., Allahabad Bank, Nagar Nigam of Kanpur and Allahabad, Development Authorities of Allahabad, Gorakhpur and Mathura Vrindavan, U.P. Public Service Commission and Veer Bahadur Singh Purvanchal University.
Served as Chief Standing Counsel, State of U.P., High Court, Allahabad till elevation.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Nov 22, 2018
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Nov 20, 2020.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : 10, C.S.P. Singh Marg, Opposite Gate No. 3, Allahabad High Court, Allahabad-211001
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Rohit Ranjan Agarwal
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Rohit Ranjan Agarwal
Administrative Judge for the District: Hamirpur
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 05/07/1971
Initial Joining : 22/11/2018
Joining at Allahabad : 22/11/2018
Date of Retirement : 04/07/2033
Elevated as Additional Judge on Nov 22, 2018.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Nov 20, 2020.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : 328-A/115/15 Ashok Nagar, Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Ram Krishna Gautam
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Ram Krishna Gautam
Administrative Judge for the District: Kannauj
Source : Service
Date of Birth : 15/06/1960
Initial Joining : 22/11/2018
Joining at Allahabad : 22/11/2018
Date of Retirement : 14/06/2022
Graduated in Law in the year 1981.
Appointed in PCS(J) in 1985 and promoted in Higher Judicial Service in 2001. Promoted as District & Sessions Judge in 2014.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Nov 22, 2018.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Nov 20, 2020.
Sitting at : Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Umesh Kumar
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Umesh Kumar
Administrative Judge for the District: Maharajganj
Source : Service
Date of Birth : 08/07/1960
Initial Joining : 22/11/2018
Joining at Allahabad : 22/11/2018
Date of Retirement : 07/07/2022
Graduated in Law in the year 1980.
Appointed in PCS(J) in 1985 and promoted in Higher Judicial Service in 2001. Promoted as District & Sessions Judge in 2014.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Nov 22, 2018.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Nov 20, 2020.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : 37-L, Chaitham Line, Hawaghar Compound, Old Cant., Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Rajendra Kumar-IV
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Rajendra Kumar-IV
Administrative Judge for the District: Sonbhadra
Source : Service
Date of Birth : 01/07/1962
Initial Joining : 22/11/2018
Joining at Allahabad : 22/11/2018
Date of Retirement : 30/06/2024
Graduated in Law in the year 1986.
Appointed in Higher Judicial Service in 2005. Promoted as District & Sessions Judge in 2016.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Nov 22, 2018.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Nov 20, 2020.
Sitting at : Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Mohd Faiz Alam Khan
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Mohd Faiz Alam Khan
Administrative Judge for the District: Amroha
Source : Service
Date of Birth : 26/01/1963
Initial Joining : 22/11/2018
Joining at Allahabad : 22/11/2018
Date of Retirement : 25/01/2025
Graduated in Law in the year 1986.
Appointed in Higher Judicial Service in 2005. Promoted as District & Sessions Judge in 2016.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Nov 22, 2018.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Nov 20, 2020.
Sitting at : Lucknow
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Vikas Kunvar Srivastav
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Vikas Kunvar Srivastav
Administrative Judge for the District: Bhadohi at Gyanpur
Source : Service
Date of Birth : 28/06/1960
Initial Joining : 22/11/2018
Joining at Allahabad : 22/11/2018
Date of Retirement : 27/06/2022
Born on 28th June, 1960 in Varanasi. Graduated in Science from Udai Pratap Mahavidyalaya, Varansi, in 1980. Did his Law Graduation in 1983 from Gorakhpur University. Though born in a family of Government Officers, he was keen to pursue his career as Advocate. Enrolled in the Bar in the year 1984. He practiced in the civil side under Ld. Satish Kant Srivastav, Advocate.
After gaining vast experience in civil matters, he was appointed as Chief Standing Counsel for Varansi Vikas Pradhikaran and Nagar Nigam, Varanasi.
Was the 'Central Government and District Government' Counsel and represented various Central and State Government Institutions.
Represented various Educational Institutions as Counsel and as member in the management committiees. His keen interest in Education also led him to write various articles in Daily Newspapers like Hindustan. His columns on 'Consumer Awareness' were widely read.
Was appointed in U.P. HJS on 10th June 2005. After serving the Districts of Ballia and Gorakhpur, he was appointed at high Court Lucknow as Joint Registrar (Accounts) and later as Joint Registrar (Listing).
Since 17th September, 2012, he also served at High Court of Judicature at Allahabad as Joint Registrar (Services) and Joint Registrar (Listing).
On 5th of May, 2016, appointed as District and Sessions Judge, Sitapur and also served the District of Rae Bareilly as District Judge.
Was appointed the Senior Registrar, High Court Lucknow, on 22nd of January, 2017.
Sworn as an Additional Judge of Allahabad High Court on 22nd November, 2018.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Nov 20, 2020.
Sitting at : Lucknow
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Suresh Kumar Gupta
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Suresh Kumar Gupta
Administrative Judge for the District: Hapur
Source: Service
Date of Birth : 21/06/1961
Initial Joining : 22/11/2018
Joining at Allahabad : 22/11/2018
Date of Retirement : 20/06/2023
Graduated in Law from Allahabad University in 1982.
Appointed in Higher Judicial Service in 2005. Promoted as District & Sessions Judge in 2016.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Nov 22, 2018.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Nov 20, 2020.
Sitting at : Lucknow
Address : Suite No.10 Drummond Road Guest House, High Court, Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Narendra Kumar Johari
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Narendra Kumar Johari
Administrative Judge for the District: Kasganj
Source : Service
Date of Birth : 20/10/1962
Initial Joining : 22/11/2018
Joining at Allahabad : 22/11/2018
Date of Retirement : 19/10/2024
Graduated in Law in the year 1985.
Appointed in Higher Judicial Service in 2005. Promoted as District & Sessions Judge in 2016.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Nov 22, 2018.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Nov 20, 2020.
Sitting at : Lucknow
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Raj Beer Singh
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Raj Beer Singh
Administrative Judge for the District: Kaushambi
Source : Service
Date of Birth : 06/12/1964
Initial Joining : 22/11/2018
Joining at Allahabad : 22/11/2018
Date of Retirement : 05/12/2026
Graduated in Law in the year 1989 and post graduated in Law in the year 1993.
Appointed in Higher Judicial Service in 2005. Promoted as District & Sessions Judge in 2016.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Nov 22, 2018.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Nov 20, 2020.
Sitting at : Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Ajit Singh
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Ajit Singh
Administrative Judge for the District: Chandauli
Source : Service
Date of Birth : 30/03/1961
Initial Joining : 22/11/2018
Joining at Allahabad : 22/11/2018
Date of Retirement : 29/03/2023
Graduated in Law in the year 1985.
Appointed in Higher Judicial Service in 2005. Promoted as District & Sessions Judge in 2016.
Appointed as Additional Judge on Nov 22, 2018.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Nov 20, 2020.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : 419, Ashora House, W.K. Road, Merrut, U.P.
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Ali Zamin
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Ali Zamin
Administrative Judge for the District: Chitrakoot
Source : Service
Date of Birth : 01/01/1961
Initial Joining : 06/05/2019
Joining at Allahabad : 06/05/2019
Date of Retirement : 31/12/2022
Appointed as Additional Judge on May 6, 2019.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Mar 26, 2021.
Sitting at : Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Manish Mathur
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Manish Mathur
Administrative Judge for the District: Gautambuddha Nagar
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 09/06/1972
Initial Joining : 22/11/2018
Joining at Allahabad : 22/11/2018
Date of Retirement : 08/06/2034
Graduated in Commerce in the year 1993 and Law in the year 1996.
Enrolled as an Advocate in the year 1996.
Practised in the ALlahabad High Court, Lucknow from 1996, primarily, on private side as also for several Companies and Corporations.
Worked as Standing Counsel for Election COmmission of India, Union of India, Lucknow Development Authority and New & Renewable Energy Development Authority.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Nov 22, 2018.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Nov 20, 2020.
Sitting at : Lucknow
Address : A-296, Indira Nagar, Lucknow-226016
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Vipin Chandra Dixit
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Vipin Chandra Dixit
Administrative Judge for the District: Auraiya
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 01/07/1963
Initial Joining : 12/12/2019
Joining at Allahabad : 12/12/2019
Date of Retirement : 30/06/2025
Graduated in Arts from Awadh University in the year 1982 and Law from Allahabad University, Allahabad in the year 1986.
Enrolled as an Advocate on Aug 28, 1986.
Practised in Civil Side, but gradually specialised in Motor Accident Cases.
Worked as Additional Chief Standing Counsel of State of Uttar Pradesh and
was also in the pannel of New India Ass. Co. Ltd., National Ins. Co. Ltd., Oriental Ins. Co. Ltd., United India Ins. Co. Ltd.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Dec 12, 2019.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Mar 26, 2021.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : 258D, Kamla Nagar, Stainly Road, Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Deepak Verma
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Deepak Verma
Administrative Judge for the District: Sant Kabir Nagar
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 30/03/1965
Initial Joining : 12/12/2019
Joining at Allahabad : 12/12/2019
Date of Retirement : 29/03/2027
Graduated in the Law from Allahabad University in the year 1989.
Enrolled as an Advocate on April 20, 1992.
Practised in Civil, revenue and criminal side at Allahabad High Court.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Dec 12, 2019.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Mar 26, 2021.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : B-25, HIG ADA Colony (Yellow Colony), 2-Circular Road, Allahabad-211001 (U.P.)
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Gautam Chowdhary
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Gautam Chowdhary
Administrative Judge for the District: Baghpat
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 09/11/1964
Initial Joining : 12/12/2019
Joining at Allahabad : 12/12/2019
Date of Retirement : 08/11/2026
B.A., LLB from University of Allahabad, 1989.
Enrolled as an Advocate on Mar 06, 1993 in Bar Council of Uttar Pradesh.
Practised in Civil, Labour Law, Constitutional, Revenue and Service Matter at High Court of Judicature at Allahabad and has been appointed as Council of Zila panchayat, Mirzapur (1995-2000); Nagar panchayat, Ahiraura, Mirzapur (1998-2004); State of Uttar Pradesh (Brief Holder) (1998-2000); Indian Railway Council (2000-2011) for CAT and Ruhelkhand University, Bareilly (2009-2019).
Senior Panel Counsel for Govt. of India.
Additional Chief Standing Counsel.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Dec 12, 2019.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Mar 26, 2021.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : 5B/1, Beli, Prayagraj
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Shamim Ahmed
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Shamim Ahmed
Administrative Judge for the District: Sambhal
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 08/03/1966
Initial Joining : 12/12/2019
Joining at Allahabad : 12/12/2019
Date of Retirement : 07/03/2028
Graduated in Arts from Allahabad University.
Graduated in Law from Allahabad University.
Enrolled as an advocate on Apr 17, 1993 in Bar Council of Uttar Pradesh.
Practised in Civil, Constitutional, Service, Labour, Company Law and Criminal side at Allahabad High Court.
Worked as Central Government Counsel in the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad from Aug 4, 2004 till elevation.
Standing Counsel for the State of U.P. in the High Court of Judicature at Allahabad from May 22, 2015 to Jul 7, 2017.
Standing Counsel Prayagraj Development Authority, District Prayagraj from Mar 4, 2016 till elevation.
Standing Counsel Zila Panchayat, Badaun, District Badaun.
Standing Counsel Nagar Panchayat, Mahawan, District Mathura, Standing Counsel for several Educational Institutions.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Dec 12, 2019. Took oath as Permanent Judge on Mar 26, 2021.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : Flat No. 82/SF-3, 2nd Floor, Aryan Apartment, 30 South Road, Nawab Yusuf Road, Prayagraj (U.P.)
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Shekhar Kumar Yadav
Administrative Judge for the District: Lalitpur
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 16/04/1964
Initial Joining : 12/12/2019
Joining at Allahabad : 12/12/2019
Date of Retirement : 15/04/2026
Graduated in Law from Allahabad University in the year 1988.
Enrolled as an Advocate on Sep 8, 1990.
Practiced at Allahabad High Court in Civil and Constitutional Side.
Worked as Additional Government Advocate and Standing Counsel for the State.
Worked as Additional Chief Standing Counsel, Senior Counsel of Union of India and Senior Counsel of Railway till elevation.
Worked as Standing Counsel of V.B.S. Purvanchal University, Jaunpur till elevation.
Took oath as an Additional Judge on Dec 12, 2019.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Mar 26, 2021.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : 12, Cooper Road, Civil Lines, Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Dinesh Pathak
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Dinesh Pathak
Administrative Judge for the District: Shravasti at Bhinga
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 07/01/1972
Initial Joining : 12/12/2019
Joining at Allahabad : 12/12/2019
Date of Retirement : 06/01/2034
Elevated as Additional Judge on Dec 12, 2019.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Mar 26, 2021.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : 40A, Balrampur House, Allahabad-211002
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Manish Kumar
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Manish Kumar
Administrative Judge for the District: Shamli
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 16/09/1970
Initial Joining : 12/12/2019
Joining at Allahabad : 12/12/2019
Date of Retirement : 15/09/2032
Graduated in Arts from Lucknow University. Graduated in Law from Campus Law Centre, North Campus, Delhi University.
Enrolled as an Advocate on Oct 28, 1995 in Bar Council of Uttar Pradesh.
Practiced in Civil, Constitutional and Service matter at High Court of Judicature at Allahabad, Lucknow Bench, Lucknow.
Special Counsel, High Court Lucknow Bench, Lucknow. Counsel for National Thermal Power Corporation (Tanda) N.T.P.C. and National Thermal Power Corporation (Unchahar) N.T.P.C.
Counsel for Hindustan Petroleum Corporation Ltd. (HPCL), National Insurance Company, Lucknow Industrial Development Authority, U.P. State Handloom Corporation Ltd., Dr. A.P.G. Abdul Kalam Technical University, Lucknow and Sakuntla Mishra, University.
Earlier Counsel for U.P. Power Corporation Ltd., U.P. Bhootpurva Sainik Kalyan Nigam Ltd., Lucknow Development Authority, U.P. Bhootpurva Sanik Kalyan Nidhi, Hindustan Aernonatuics Ltd. (HAL), Lucknow, U.P. Sunni Central Waqf Board, Lucknow.
Designated as Senior Advocate in May, 2019.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Dec 12, 2019.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Mar 26, 2021.
Sitting at : Lucknow
Address : 2/85-A, Vijay Khand, Gomti Nagar, Lucknow
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Samit Gopal
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Samit Gopal
Administrative Judge for the District: Amethi
Source : Bar
Date of Birth : 30/12/1971
Initial Joining : 12/12/2019
Joining at Allahabad : 12/12/2019
Date of Retirement : 29/12/2033
Graduated in Law from Lucknow Univeristy.
Enrolled as an Advocate in the year 1996.
Practised at Allahabad High Court since the date of enrollment.
Designated as Senior Advocate by the Allahabad High Court in May 2019.
Elevated as Additional Judge on Dec 12, 2019.
Took oath as Permanent Judge on Mar 26, 2021.
Sitting at : Allahabad
Address : B-205, Sterling Apartment, Muir Road, Prayagraj-211001 (U.P.)
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Sanjay Kumar Pachori (Addl.)
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Sanjay Kumar Pachori (Addl.)
Source : Service
Date of Birth : 01/03/1965
Initial Joining : 16/09/2020
Joining at Allahabad : 16/09/2020
Date of Retirement : 28/02/2027
Graduated in Law in the year 1987.
Appointed in Higher Judicial Service in 2005. Promoted as District & Sessions Judge in 2016.
Took oath as Additional Judge on Sep 16, 2020.
Sitting at : Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Subhash Chandra Sharma (Addl.)
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Subhash Chandra Sharma (Addl.)
Source : Service
Date of Birth : 04/10/1964
Initial Joining : 16/09/2020
Joining at Allahabad : 16/09/2020
Date of Retirement : 03/10/2026
Graduated in Law in the year 1988.
Appointed in Higher Judicial Service in 2005. Promoted as District & Sessions Judge in 2016.
Took oath as Additional Judge on Sep 16, 2020.
Sitting at : Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Saroj Yadav (Addl.)
Name : Hon’ble Mrs. Justice Saroj Yadav (Addl.)
Administrative Judge for the District: Balrampur
Source : Service
Date of Birth : 01/07/1961
Initial Joining : 16/09/2020
Joining at Allahabad : 16/09/2020
Date of Retirement : 30/06/2023
Graduated in Law in the year 1982.
Post Graduate Diploma in 'Drafting of Legislation, Treaties and Agreements' from the Indian Law Institute, New Delhi in 2010-2011.
Post Graduate Diploma in 'Alternative Dispute Resolution' from the Indian Law Institute, New Delhi in 2014.
Appointed in P.C.S. (J) in 1986 and promoted in Higher Judicial Service in 2008.
Promoted as District & Sessions Judge in 2015.
Took oath as Additional Judge on Sep 16, 2020.
Sitting at : Lucknow
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Mohd. Aslam (Addl.)
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Mohd. Aslam (Addl.)
Source : Service
Date of Birth : 15/01/1961
Initial Joining : 25/03/2021
Joining at Allahabad : 25/03/2021
Date of Retirement : 14/01/2023
Took oath as Additional Judge on March 25, 2021
Sitting at : Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Anil Kumar Ojha (Addl.)
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Anil Kumar Ojha (Addl.)
Source : Service
Date of Birth : 02/07/1960
Initial Joining : 25/03/2021
Joining at Allahabad : 25/03/2021
Date of Retirement : 01/07/2022
Took oath as Additional Judge on March 25, 2021
Sitting at : Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Sadhna Rani (Thakur) (Addl.)
Name : Hon’ble Mrs. Justice Sadhna Rani (Thakur) (Addl.)
Source : Service
Date of Birth : 16/05/1962
Initial Joining : 25/03/2021
Joining at Allahabad : 25/03/2021
Date of Retirement : 15/05/2024
Took oath as Additional Judge on March 25, 2021
Sitting at : Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
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Justice Syed Aftab Husain Rizvi (Addl.)
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Syed Aftab Husain Rizvi (Addl.)
Source : Service
Date of Birth : 14/04/1962
Initial Joining : 25/03/2021
Joining at Allahabad : 25/03/2021
Date of Retirement : 13/04/2024
Took oath as Additional Judge on March 25, 2021.
Sitting at : Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Ajai Tyagi (Addl.)
Name : Hon’ble Mr. Justice Ajai Tyagi (Addl.)
Source : Service
Date of Birth : 01/01/1961
Initial Joining : 25/03/2021
Joining at Allahabad : 25/03/2021
Date of Retirement : 31/12/2022
Took oath as Additional Judge on March 25, 2021.
Sitting at : Allahabad
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Justice Ajai Kumar Srivastava-I (Addl.)
Name: Hon’ble Mr. Justice Ajai Kumar Srivastava-I (Addl.)
Source: Service
Date of Birth : 01/06/1963
Initial Joining : 25/03/2021
Joining at Allahabad : 25/03/2021
Date of Retirement : 31/05/2025
Took oath as Additional Judge on March 25, 2021.
Sitting at : Lucknow
E-mail Id : [email protected]
Chief Justice K. Vinod Chandran
Born on 25-04-1963. Obtained Law Degree from Kerala Law Academy Law College, Thiruvananthapuram. Started practice in the year 1991. Served as Special Government Pleader (Taxes) of the Government of Kerala from 2007 to 2011. Sworn-in as Additional Judge of High Court of Kerala on 08-11-2011. Appointed as Permanent Judge of the High Court of Kerala with effect from 24-06-2013.
Contact Address:
35/2570 F,' Vinayaka';
Deepam Nagar
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Phone:
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Land Phone (Residence) 0484-2343680
Justice Chakradhari Sharan Singh
NAME : Hon'ble Mr. Justice Chakradhari Sharan Singh
SOURCE : BAR
DATE OF BIRTH : 20-Jan-1963
INITIAL JOINING : 05-Apr-2012
JOINING AT PHC : 05-Apr-2012
DATE OF RETIREMENT : 19-Jan-2025
ADDRESS : Patna High Court
Born on 20.01.1963, Hon’ble Mr. Justice Chakradhari Sharan Singh was enrolled as an Advocate on 30.10.1990 after having obtained LL.B. Degree from University of Delhi (Campus Law Centre). He was appointed as Additional Standing Counsel, Central Government in 1998 and continued as such up to October, 2001. He was empanelled as Counsel for Patna High Court on its administrative side during initial years of his practice. He practiced mainly in service, Constitutional and Criminal matters and also dealt with cases under Central Excise, Customs and Labour Laws. He was appointed as panel counsel by Comptroller and Auditor General of India for conducting cases on behalf of Accountant General Office in Patna High Court. He received training as mediator in 2006 and was appointed mediator for Patna High Court Mediation Centre. He was designated Senior Advocate with effect from 18.09.2010. He was appointed as Additional Advocate General, Govt. of Bihar in December, 2010 and continued as such till his elevation as an Additional Judge, Patna High Court with effect from 05.04.2012.
Justice Ananta Manohar Badar
NAME : Hon'ble Mr. Justice Ananta Manohar Badar
SOURCE : SERVICE
DATE OF BIRTH : 10-Aug-1961
INITIAL JOINING : 03-Mar-2014
JOINING AT PHC : 20-Oct-2021
DATE OF RETIREMENT : 09-Aug-2023
Born on 10th August, 1961. Did B.Com. and LL.B. from G.S. College of Commerce and Economics, Nagpur and University College of Law, Nagpur, respectively.
Enrolled as an Advocate on 30/09/1985. Started legal career by joining chambers of his father late Shri M.P. Badar, who was Government Pleader and Public Prosecutor at Nagpur Bench of Bombay High Court.
Practiced at the Nagpur Bench of Bombay High Court. Also practiced at various Tribunals including Labour and Industrial Courts. Was appointed as Honorary Assistant to the Government Pleader in 1991 and thereafter as Assistant Government Pleader and Additional Public Prosecutor in the High Court of Judicature at Bombay, Nagpur Bench, from February, 1992 and October, 1994 respectively. Was Standing Counsel for Nagpur Improvement Trust, Nagpur Municipal Corporation, Forest Development Corporation of Maharashtra Limited and Western Coal Fields Limited.
Joined Maharashtra Judicial Service as a directly recruited District Judge in November, 2000. Worked as the Additional District & Sessions Judge at Akola and Wardha, Member, Industrial Tribunal at Nagpur and the Principal District and Sessions Judge at Pune. Also worked in the Registry of Bombay High Court as the Registrar (Vigilance). Worked as Principal Secretary, Law and Judiciary Department, State of Maharashtra from December 2013 till elevation as Additional Judge of Bombay High Court on 3rd March, 2014. Transferred to Kerala High Court in May, 2020, and then to the Patna High Court on 20th October, 2021.
Justice Ashutosh Kumar
NAME : Hon'ble Mr. Justice Ashutosh Kumar
SOURCE : BAR
DATE OF BIRTH : 01-Oct-1966
INITIAL JOINING : 15-May-2014
JOINING AT PHC : 15-May-2014
DATE OF RETIREMENT : 30-Sep-2028
ADDRESS : Patna High Court
Hon’ble Mr. Justice Ashutosh Kumar was born on 1st October 1966. After his schooling from St Michaels’ High School, Patna, he graduated from St. Stephens’ College, Delhi University. Justice Kumar did his LLB. from Campus Law Centre, Delhi University. Enrolled as an advocate on 9th July 1991, at Patna High Court. As an advocate Justice Kumar has appeared in important criminal matters including matter related to convicts on Death Row. He was a Government Pleader for the State of Bihar for a short period. He has been elevated as a judge of Patna High Court on 15th of May 2014. He was transferred to Delhi High Court on 07th January 2015 and was repatriated again at Patna High Court on 24th November 2017.
Justice Vipul M. Pancholi
Date of Birth : 28/05/1968
Int. Appmnt : 01/10/2014
Date of Joining : 01/10/2014
Date of Retirement : 27/05/2030
Source :BAR
Introduction : Elevated as Additional Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 1st October 2014.
Full Profile :
Born on 28th May 1968 at Ahmedabad.
Passed Bachelor of Science (Electronics) from St. Xavier's College, Ahmedabad, Gujarat University and Master of Law in Commercial Group from Sir L.A. Shah Law College, Ahmedabad, Gujarat University.
Entered the Bar in September 1991 and started practice as an advocate in the High Court of Gujarat.
Appointed as Assistant Government Pleader and Additional Public Prosecutor, High Court of Gujarat and served as such for seven years till March 2006.
Appointed as Honorary Joint Editor of Law Reporter - The Gujarat Law Herald for two years.
Worked as visiting faculty at Sir L.A. Shah Law College, Ahmedabad from December 1993 for twenty one years.
Conducted important cases in various branches of law, viz. Criminal Law, Civil Law, Property Law, Service Law, Family Law, Banking Law and various other Laws.
Elevated as Additional Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 1st October 2014 and confirmed as permanent Judge on 10.06.2016.
Justice PavanKumar Bhimappa Bajanthri
NAME : Hon'ble Mr. Justice PavanKumar Bhimappa Bajanthri
SOURCE : BAR
DATE OF BIRTH : 23-Oct-1963
INITIAL JOINING : 02-Jan-2015
JOINING AT PHC : 20-Oct-2021
DATE OF RETIREMENT : 22-Oct-2025
Hon'ble Mr. Justice P.B.Bajanthri: Born on 23rd October 1963. Studied in Vidhyavardhaka Sangha, K.L.E. Society and S.J.R.C. Law College, Bangalore.
Enrolled as Advocate on 1990 and Practiced in High Court of Karnataka, KAT, CAT and Educational Authorities. During 1993 - 94 appeared as a KPSC Standing Counsel. Appointed as Notary by the Government of India in May 2006.
Appointed as an Additional Judge of the Karnataka High Court on 02.01.2015. Transferred as an Judge of High Court of Punjab and Haryana on 16th March 2015. On transfer to Karnataka High Court, His Lordship took oath as Judge of Karnataka High Court on 17.11.2018. On transfer to Patna High Court, His Lordship took oath as Judge of Patna High Court on 20.10.2021.
Justice Sudhir Singh
NAME : Hon'ble Mr. Justice Sudhir Singh
SOURCE : BAR
DATE OF BIRTH
INITIAL JOINING : 15-Apr-2015
JOINING AT PHC : 15-Apr-2015
DATE OF RETIREMENT
ADDRESS : Patna High Court
His Lordship was elevated to the bench as an Additional Judge of the Patna High Court on 15th April, 2015. He was sworn in as a Permanent Judge on 20th April, 2016. After completing his schooling from Vikas Vidyalaya, Ranchi, His Lordship did his graduation in Political Science from Patna College, Patna University, Patna and LL.B. from Patna Law College, Patna University, Patna. He was enrolled as an advocate in 1991. He appeared as Central Government Counsel for the Union of India, Railway Advocate for Ministry of Railways (Railway Board), Additional Standing Counsel for the Indian Audit and Accounts Department and Assistant Solicitor General of India at Patna High Court. Predominantly, he appeared in Criminal and Writ matters. His Lordship comes from a family of legal luminaries. His great grandfather, Late Nand Kishore Prasad Singh practised at the District Court, Chapra. His grandfather, Late Baldeo Prasad Singh, Bar-at-Law, practised at the Patna High Court, Patna and was the President of the Barrister’s Association for a long period of time. His father, Justice N.P. Singh, is a Former Judge of The Supreme Court of India and was also the Chairman of Cauvery Water Dispute Tribunal.
Justice Arvind Srivastava
NAME : Hon'ble Mr. Justice Arvind Srivastava
SOURCE : SERVICE
DATE OF BIRTH : 04-Apr-1962
INITIAL JOINING : 09-Dec-2016
JOINING AT PHC : 09-Dec-2016
DATE OF RETIREMENT : 03-Apr-2024
ADDRESS : Patna High Court
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Arvind Srivastava was born on April 4th, 1962. He completed his LL.B. Degree from Varanasi, Uttar Pradesh and got enrolled as an advocate on December 2nd, 1985. He prominently dealt with civil matters in the District Court, Varanasi.
He joined Bihar Superior Judicial Service as an Additional District and Sessions Judge in the year 1997. He became the District & Sessions Judge of Kaimur in the year 2006. He also remained District & Sessions Judge of Muzaffapur in the year 2011. In the year 2008, he was posted as Senior Legal Adviser to the Bihar State Electricity Board. In the year 2013, he was posted as Secretary to Hon'ble Lokayukta of Bihar on deputation.
He was elevated as an Additional Judge of the Patna High Court on December 9th, 2016.
Justice Rajeev Ranjan Prasad
NAME : Hon'ble Mr. Justice Rajeev Ranjan Prasad
SOURCE : BAR
DATE OF BIRTH : 05-Sep-1966
INITIAL JOINING : 22-May-2017
JOINING AT PHC : 22-May-2017
DATE OF RETIREMENT : 04-Sep-2028
ADDRESS : Patna High Court
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Rajeev Ranjan Prasad born on 5th September, 1966 at Village - Tarhari in the District of Lakhisarai. His father Sri Umesh Prasad Singh is a Senior Advocate at Patna High Court. He did his B.Com from Patna University and then went to Hansraj College, Delhi University for one year Special Certificate Course in Commerce and having secured First Position in First Division he was enrolled in the Post Graduation Course in the Delhi School of Economics, University of Delhi, he left the said programme and joined LL.B programme to make his career in law. He passed out LL.B from Campus Law Centre, University of Delhi in First Division in the year 1991. He started his practice in the Patna High Court on 26.8.1991 and after bifurcation of the State of Bihar w.e.f. 15.11.2000, set-up his office also at Ranchi and then at Kolkata. He argued a number of cases in the Jharkhand High Court at Ranchi, he argued cases before Hon'ble Calcutta and Delhi High Courts, Company Law Board, B.I.F.R., A.A.I.F.R and National Company Law Tribunal at Kolkata.
He worked for several Central as well as State Governments' Organization in the capacity of Retainer / Additional Retainer Advocate. He was working for the L.I.C. of India, Central Bank of India, Bihar Industrial Area Development Authority, Bihar State Industrial Development Corporation, Infrastructure Development Authority, Bihar State Tourism Development Corporation and was also working as a Law Officer for the Economic Offences Unit, Bihar, Patna. He was a leading Lawyer in company matters, contract and commercial litigations, service matters and civil matters.
Justice Sanjay Kumar
NAME : Hon'ble Mr. Justice Sanjay Kumar
SOURCE : BAR
DATE OF BIRTH :
INITIAL JOINING : 22-May-2017
JOINING AT PHC : 22-May-2017
DATE OF RETIREMENT :
ADDRESS : Patna High Court
Justice Madhuresh Prasad
NAME : Hon'ble Mr. Justice Madhuresh Prasad
SOURCE : BAR
DATE OF BIRTH :
INITIAL JOINING : 22-May-2017
JOINING AT PHC : 22-May-2017
DATE OF RETIREMENT :
ADDRESS : Patna High Court
Justice Mohit Kumar Shah
NAME : Hon'ble Mr. Justice Mohit Kumar Shah
SOURCE : BAR
DATE OF BIRTH :
INITIAL JOINING : 22-May-2017
JOINING AT PHC : 22-May-2017
DATE OF RETIREMENT :
ADDRESS : Patna High Court
Justice Anjani Kumar Sharan
NAME : Hon'ble Mr. Justice Anjani Kumar Sharan
SOURCE : BAR
DATE OF BIRTH : 10-Apr-1963
INITIAL JOINING : 17-Apr-2019
JOINING AT PHC : 17-Apr-2019
DATE OF RETIREMENT : 09-Apr-2025
ADDRESS : Patna High Court
Hon’ble Mr. Justice Anjani Kumar Sharan was born on 10th April, 1963. Enrolled as an advocate on 2nd September, 1991 in Patna High Court. Practiced in various Criminal, Constitutional & Service Matters in Patna High Court. As an advocate, he was empanelled as a Central Government Counsel at Patna. Also served as Assistant Solicitor General, Government of India, Standing Counsel, Central Government Counsel, CAT at Patna, Counsel for BSNL, etc. He was elevated as a Judge of Patna High Court on 17th April, 2019.
Justice Anil Kumar Sinha
NAME : Hon'ble Mr. Justice Anil Kumar Sinha
SOURCE : BAR
DATE OF BIRTH : 19-Jun-1965
INITIAL JOINING : 17-Apr-2019
JOINING AT PHC : 17-Apr-2019
DATE OF RETIREMENT : 18-Jun-2027
ADDRESS : Patna High Court
Hon’ble Mr. Justice Anil Kumar Sinha was born on 19th June, 1965. Enrolled as an advocate on 26th November, 1991 in Patna High Court. Practiced in various Civil, Criminal & Constitutional Matters in Patna High Court. As an advocate, he was empanelled with Indian Oil Corporation, Air India, Indian Railways, NTPC and various other esteemed organizations. He also worked as Government Advocate, Government of Bihar, since 2013 till his elevation. He was elevated as a Judge of Patna High Court on 17th April, 2019.
Justice Prabhat Kumar Singh
NAME : Hon'ble Mr. Justice Prabhat Kumar Singh
SOURCE : BAR
DATE OF BIRTH : 02-Jan-1967
INITIAL JOINING : 17-Apr-2019
JOINING AT PHC : 17-Apr-2019
DATE OF RETIREMENT : 01-Jan-2029
ADDRESS : Patna High Court
Hon’ble Mr. Justice Prabhat Kumar Singh was born on 02nd January 1967. After graduating from prestigious Ramjas College, Delhi and obtaining Master’s degree in History from Delhi University, he completed LL.B. from Campus Law Centre, Delhi. He was enrolled as an advocate on 03rd January 1994 in Patna High Court. Practiced in Service & Criminal matters. He was elevated as a Judge in Patna High Court on 17th April, 2019.
Justice Partha Sarthy
NAME : Hon'ble Mr. Justice Partha Sarthy
SOURCE : BAR
DATE OF BIRTH : 22-Oct-1969
INITIAL JOINING : 17-Apr-2019
JOINING AT PHC : 17-Apr-2019
DATE OF RETIREMENT : 21-Oct-2031
ADDRESS : Patna High Court
Hon’ble Mr. Justice Partha Sarthy was born on 22nd October 1969. After graduating from Kirori Mal College, Delhi University, New Delhi, he completed LL.B. from Patna Law College, Patna University, Patna and enrolled as an advocate on 19th July, 1995 in Patna High Court. Practiced in Civil, Criminal & Service matters. He was elevated as a Judge in Patna High Court on 17th April, 2019.
Justice A. Abhishek Reddy
Honourable Sri Justice A. Abhishek Reddy is the son Sri A.Pulla Reddy, Advocate, and Smt.Dr.A.Shashirekha Reddy, born on 07th November, 1967, and hails from Lingampally village, Manchal Mandal, Ranga Reddy District. He has done his schooling from St.Pauls High School, Hyderguda, Intermediate from Little Flower Junior College, Uppal. On completion of graduation in Arts from Nizam College, Hyderabad, obtained Law Degree from University College of Law, Osmania University, in the year 1990 and enrolled as Advocate in the erstwhile Bar Council of Andhra Pradesh at Hyderabad, in July, 1990. After enrolment, he has joined the chambers of his father Sri A.Pulla Reddy (one of the senior most Members of the Bar, practising Law from 1952 onwards). He has practised in various branches of Law before various Tribunals, Forums, Revenue authorities and Courts including District Court, Ranga Reddy District, City Civil Court, Hyderabad, and the High Court of Andhra Pradesh and handled cases mainly involving Constitutional, Arbitration, Administration, Civil, Family, Revenue, Land Acquisition, and various other branches of Law, both on the original and appellate side. He completed his LL.M. from Washington College of Law, The American University, Washington D.C., in the year 1993 and resumed practise. He was appointed as Government Pleader-cum-Public Prosecutor in the Special Court under A.P.Land Grabbing (Prohibition) Act in the year 2004 and worked as Government Pleader for Higher and Technical Education, in the High Court of Andhra Pradesh from 2007 to 2009. He was the Standing Counsel for many institutions including Telangana State Council of Higher Education (TSCHE), Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University (JNTU), Hyderabad, Jawaharlal Nehru Architecture and Fine Arts University (JNAFAU), Telangana Fee Regulatory Committee (TFRC) and various other organizations in the High Court. He has appeared on behalf of Hyderabad Metropolitan Development Authority (HMDA), Telangana State Board of Intermediate Education (TSBIE), Chattisgarh Board of Secondary Education, Pondicherry Urban Development Agency (PUDA), Greater Hyderabad Municipal Corporation (GHMC) and State Board of Technical Education and Training (SBTET) in the High Court for the State of Telangana at Hyderabad. Elevated to the Bench as Permanent Judge, High Court for the State of Telangana at Hyderabad, on 26th August, 2019.
Justice Sunil Kumar Panwar
NAME : Hon'ble Mr. Justice Sunil Kumar Panwar
SOURCE : SERVICE
DATE OF BIRTH : 15-Aug-1962
INITIAL JOINING : 07-Oct-2021
JOINING AT PHC : 07-Oct-2021
Justice Sandeep Kumar
NAME : Hon'ble Mr. Justice Sandeep Kumar
SOURCE : BAR
INITIAL JOINING : 20-Oct-2021
JOINING AT PHC : 20-Oct-2021
Justice Purnendu Singh
NAME : Hon'ble Mr. Justice Purnendu Singh
SOURCE : BAR
INITIAL JOINING : 20-Oct-2021
JOINING AT PHC : 20-Oct-2021
Justice Satyavrat Verma
NAME : Hon'ble Mr. Justice Satyavrat Verma
SOURCE : BAR
INITIAL JOINING : 20-Oct-2021
JOINING AT PHC : 20-Oct-2021
Justice Rajesh Kumar Verma
NAME : Hon'ble Mr. Justice Rajesh Kumar Verma
SOURCE : BAR
INITIAL JOINING : 20-Oct-2021
JOINING AT PHC : 20-Oct-2021
Justice N.V. Anjaria
Date of Birth : 23/03/1965
Int. Appmnt : 21/11/2011
Date of Joining : 21/11/2011
Date of Retirement : 22/03/2027
Source :BAR
Introduction : Elevated as Additional Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 21st November 2011
Full Profile :
Born on 23rd March, 1965 at Ahmedabad; Native Mandvi-Kachchh; From family of lawyers, Father was also in judiciary; Graduated from H.L.College of Commerce, Ahmedabad. LL.B from Sir L.A. Shah Law College in 1988. Obtained Masters Degree in Law in 1989 from University School of Law, Ahmedabad.
Started practice in the High Court of Gujarat from August 1988 by joining chamber of Shri S.N. Shelat, Senior Advocate. Conducted matters involving constitutional issue and all categories of civil cases, labour and service. Had been Standing Counsel / Panel Advocate for High Court and subordinate Courts, State Election Commission, Gujarat Information Commission, Gujarat Industrial Development Corporation, Municipalities, etc.
Was awarded Research Fellowship in 1992 by Late Shri Navinchandra Desai Foundation, Ahmedabad on ‘Freedom of Speech and Expression – With Reference to Media'. Rendered service as Hon. Associate Editor, Gujarat Law Herald; also as Trained Mediator in the High Court Mediation Centre. Articles, write-ups etc. on Constitutional and legal subjects published in books, Law Journals etc.; privileged to contribute write-up ‘High Court of Gujarat: Advent and Ascent' in the Souvenir published under the aegis of High Court of Gujarat on the occasion of its Golden Jubilee Celebrations in April 2010.
His Lordship was elevated as Additional Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 21st November 2011 and confirmed as permanent Judge on 06.09.2013.
Justice S.H. Vora
Date of Birth : 30/05/1961
Int. Appmnt : 12/11/2012
Date of Joining : 12/11/2012
Date of Retirement : 29/05/2023
Source :SERVICE
Introduction : Elevated as Additional Judge of High Court of Gujarat on 12th November 2012
Full Profile :
Born on 30th May 1961 at Bhuj-Kachchh.
Completed Commerce and Law Graduation
Enrolled as an advocate with Gujarat State Bar Council on 19th February 1987 and started practice at Bhuj-Kachchh with father, Shri Hemchandra Vora on Criminal, civil and revenue side.
Directly selected and appointed as Judge, City Civil Court, Ahmedabad on 12th February 1997, Took charge on 17th February 1997 and worked till 26th March 2006.
Officiated as Registrar (I & IT), High Court of Gujarat from 27th March 2006 till 13th July 2007.
Presided over CBI Court as Special Judge, Nominated as Designated Judge to conduct trial of Naroda Gam Case (riot case).
Appointed as Principal Judge, City Civil Court, Ahmedabad on 4th May 2011.
Elevated as Additional Judge of High Court of Gujarat on 12th November 2012 and confirmed as Permanent Judge on 10th July, 2014.
Justice A.G. Uraizee
Date of Birth : 23/04/1960
Int. Appmnt : 04/05/2013
Date of Joining : 04/05/2013
Date of Retirement : 22/04/2022
Source :SERVICE
Introduction : Took oath as a permanent Judge on 01.04.2015.
Full Profile :
Born on 23rd April 1960 in a Muslim family of Judges at Ahmedabad. Grandfather was a Munsif in erstwhile State of Bombay while father was a retired District & Sessions Judge. Paternal uncle is also a retired Additional District Judge.
Graduated in Commerce from Gujarat University in 1980. Did LL.B. (Special) from M.S. University Vadodara in 1983.
Joined Bar in July 1983 and started practice in City Courts at Ahmedabad and High Court of Gujarat.
Became AGP & APP in High Court of Gujarat in 1994 and continued till Joining Service in February-1997 as Direct Recruit in the cadre of District Judge.
Worked as Assistant Judge and Joint District Judge, Mehsana and thereafter as District & Sessions Judge at Surendranagar and Bharuch.
Worked on deputation as Member Secretary, Gujarat State Legal Service Authority from June-2003 to June-2004 and thereafter, as Registrar (Inspection) in the High Court of Gujarat till July 2007.
On repatriation, worked as Judge, City Civil & Sessions Court, Ahmedabad, as Principal Judge, Family Court, Ahmedabad and lastly as Principal District & Sessions Judge, Banaskantha at Palanpur till elevation as Additional Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 4th May 2013.
Has undergone training for "Trained Mediator" by the Master Trainers from Delhi nominated by Mediation and Conciliation Project Committee, Supreme Court of India, New Delhi. Has conducted mediation training programmes for Referral Judges and Mediation Awareness Programmes in various Districts of the State as a resource person under the aegis of Gujarat State Legal Services Authority.
Have rendered services as resource person in the Gujarat State Judicial Academy, Ahmedabad and have also attended many Conferences, Seminars and Workshops at National Judicial Academy, Bhopal and other places.
Took oath as a permanent Judge on 01.04.2015.
Justice Ashutosh J. Shastri
Date of Birth : 14/01/1962
Int. Appmnt : 06/04/2016
Date of Joining : 06/04/2016
Date of Retirement : 13/01/2024
Source :BAR
Introduction : Elevated as Additional Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 6th April 2016.
Full Profile :
Born on 14th January, 1962.
Graduated in B. Com. from H. A. College of Commerce, Ahmedabad.
Joined and completed law study from Sir L. A. Shah Law College, Ahmedabad.
Joined the High Court of Gujarat as an Advocate from November, 1985 and have exclusively practiced in the High Court of Gujarat as an Advocate. Joined the office of Shri D. D. Vyas, the Id. designated senior advocate and during the practice handled several cases almost in civil, criminal dealt with laws pertaining to Panchayat and Municipal laws, also conducted several matter related to land laws and have also conducted several cases pertaining to education laws and conducted matters pertaining to Constitution. Have remained as an advocate of several Nagarpalikas like Dahod Nagarpalika represented Palitana Manicipality also Dakor Municipality, Balasinor Nagarpalika. Have also represented several education institutions and also represented a Central body like National Council for Teachers Education and dealt with Cases on Banking Law.
During the student life have also successfully completed and undertaken a special trainign as Vayu Sainik all India Vayu Sainik Camp, have also remained for 3 consecutive years a member of badminton team of H. A. College of Commerce had represented college in several competitions. In addition to these have also taken NCC training at school as well as college level and is a successful participant of a mini marathon running competition conducted as Ahmedabad and as an advocate practiced since November 1985 exclusively in the High Court of Gujarat.
Elevated as an Additional Judge of High Court of Gujarat on 6th of April, 2016 and confirmed as permanent Judge on 15.03.2018.
Justice Biren A. Vaishnav
Date of Birth : 22/05/1963
Int. Appmnt : 06/04/2016
Date of Joining : 06/04/2016
Date of Retirement : 21/05/2025
Source :BAR
Introduction : Elevated as Additional Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 6th April 2016.
Full Profile :
Born on 22nd May 1963, at New-Delhi.
Did B.A.(Economics) from St. Xavier's College, Ahmedabad, and L.L.B from Sir L.A Shah, Law College. Enrolled as an Advocate with bar Council of Gujarat on 07.09.1987. Started practice with Advocate Shri P V Hathi, and appeared in several civil and criminal matters.
From 1991 to 1995, appeared on behalf of the State Government in matters related to Government Employees. From 1995 Started independent practice as an Advocate. Was on the panel of the Gujarat Land Development Corporation, Gujarat Public Service Commission, Gujarat Pollution Control Board etc. Was Standing Counsel of the Election Commission of India from 1999 to 2016.
Elevated as Additional Judge of Gujarat High Court on 06.04.2016 and confirmed as permanent Judge on 15.03.2018.
Justice Alpesh Y. Kogje
Date of Birth : 16/07/1969
Int. Appmnt : 06/04/2016
Date of Joining : 06/04/2016
Date of Retirement : 15/07/2031
Source :BAR
Introduction : Elevated as Additional Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 6th April 2016.
Full Profile :
Born on 16.07.1969.
Passed B.Sc. (Chemistry) in 1990 and LL.B. in 1993. Joined the Bar and started legal practice in 1993.
Was appointed as Assistant Government Pleader in 2001 and Additional Public Prosecutor in 2002. Continued to work as such till 2007.
Was appointed as a Special Public Prosecutor for Special Investigation Team in the Gujarat High Court on 07.06.2011. Also appointed as a Special Counsel Special Task Force for the cases investigated / inquired by the Special Task Force.
Was appointed as Standing Counsel for Central Excise and Customs Department on 17.09.2008.
Handled large number of important matters arising from 2002 Godhara riots. Also appeared regularly in High Court in various fields including Special Civil Applications Services and Non-service and Criminal matters.
Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Gujarat and took charge as such on 06.04.2016 and confirmed as permanent Judge on 15.03.2018.
Justice A.S. Supehia
Date of Birth : 31/08/1969
Int. Appmnt : 06/04/2016
Date of Joining : 06/04/2016
Date of Retirement : 30/08/2031
Source : BAR
Introduction : Elevated as Additional Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 6th April 2016.
Full Profile :
Born on 31st August 1969
Educational Qualification B.A. LL.M.
Enrolled as an Advocate in 1995.
Appointed as panel Advocate for the Gujarat High Court in 2012.
Elevated as Additional Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 6th April 2016 and confirmed as permanent Judge on 15.03.2018.
Justice B.N. Karia
Date of Birth : 26/05/1960
Int. Appmnt : 06/04/2016
Date of Joining : 06/04/2016
Date of Retirement : 25/05/2022
Source :SERVICE
Introduction : Elevated as Additional Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 6th April 2016.
Full Profile :
Born on 26th May 1960 at Morbi, District-Rajkot. Completed graduation in Arts from Morbi and then obtained Degree of Law from AMP Law College, Rajkot in the year 1984 and joined the Bar in the same year.
Joined the Office of his father Shri Navalchandbhai Govindji Karia, Senior Advocate practicing on civil side and practiced at District Court, Morbi and Rajkot. Conducted Civil matters, Criminal matters and Service matters. Worked as an Asstt. Government Pleader and Additional Public Prosecutor at Morbi from 1992 to 1996.
Selected in the Cadre of District Judge and joined as Assistant Judge at Junagadh in February 1997. Thereafter, served as Principal District Judge at Jamnagar, Mehsana, Ahmedabad[Rural], Porbandar, Gandhinagar, Sabarkantha at Himatnagar and Surat. Was appointed as a Member Secretary in the State Legal Service Authority from 18th June 2010 to 1st December 2010.
Was appointed as Registrar General, High Court of Gujarat from 7th October 2014 to 5th April 2016.
His Lordship was elevated as an Additional Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 6th April 2016 and confirmed as permanent Judge on 15.03.2018.
Justice Umesh Amritlal Trivedi
Date of Birth : 07/10/1963
Int. Appmnt : 22/10/2018
Date of Joining : 22/10/2018
Date of Retirement : 06/10/2025
Source :BAR
Introduction : Elevated as Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 22nd October 2018.
Full Profile :
Born on 07th October, 1963, at Vadodara in the family of Lawyer. Graduated in Science from M.N.College, Visnagar, in 1984. Obtained Law Degree from Navgujarat Law College in the year 1988. Was enrolled as an Advocate with Bar Council of Gujarat on 29.8.1988.
Joined the legal profession in the year 1988 in Metropolitan Magistrates Court and thereafter started practise in the High Court of Gujarat in the year 1990. Practised in the High Court of Gujarat in all fields of law i.e. Criminal Matters, Civil Matters, Service Matters, Labour Matters, Constitutional Matters. Worked as Assistant Government Pleader and Additional Public Prosecutor in the High Court of Gujarat at Ahmedabad from 1996 to 2001. Worked as additional Government Pleader in the year 2009 and 2010. Also appointed as Special Public Prosecutor for trail of POTA Cases.
His Lordship was elevated as Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 22nd October, 2018.
Justice A.P. Thaker
Date of Birth : 27/12/1960
Int. Appmnt : 22/10/2018
Date of Joining : 22/10/2018
Date of Retirement : 26/12/2022
Source :SERVICE
Introduction : Elevated as Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 22nd October 2018.
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Born on 27th December 1960 at Junagadh and got primary education at Palanpur and thereafter at Rajkot.
Graduated in Commerce with Audit and Advance Accounting as optional Subject in the year 1981 from Saurashtra University.
Obtained Law degree in the year 1984 from Saurashtra University.
Did LL.M. in commercial Law in the year 1987 from Saurashtra University and stood first in the University.
Obtained Doctorate in the subject “The Process of Interpretation of Law and the Judge” in the year 2015.
Initially worked as a staff member in the subordinate Court at Gondal and Rajkot.
Selected as Civil Judge(J.D.) and JMFC on 4.7.1991.
Promoted as Civil Judge (S.D.) on 3.7.2000.
Served as Assistant Judge from 14.11.2002.
Served as Presiding Officer, Fast Track Court from 15.12.2003.
Served as Additional District and Session Judge from 25.8.2008.
Selected in cadre of District Judge by passing competitive examination on 19.11.2008.
Served as District Judge at Surendranagar, Jundagadh and Surat.
Served as Deputy Secretary in the Legal Department and also served as Member Secretary, Gujarat State Legal Services Authority.
Officiated as Registrar(Inspection) as well as Registrar (Judicial), High Court of Gujarat.
Elevated as Judge, High Court of Gujarat, on 22nd October 2018.
Justice Sangeeta K. Vishen
Date of Birth : 30/12/1969
Int. Appmnt : 05/03/2019
Date of Joining : 05/03/2019
Date of Retirement : 29/12/2031
Source :BAR
Introduction : Elevated as Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 5th March 2019.
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Born on 30th December, 1969 at Mahudha Taluka, Kheda District. Did initial schooling at Valsad, and thereafter, completed Secondary and Higher Secondary school education from Firdaus Amrut School, Ahmedabad.
After having obtained bachelor's degree in Commerce in the year 1991 and degree in Law in the year 1994, both from Gujarat University, Ahmedabad, got enrolled as an advocate with Bar Council of Gujarat from 12th August, 1994, and immediately thereafter, started practicing in the High Court of Gujarat.
Was appointed as Assistant Government Pleader in the year 2003, attached with the learned Additional Advocate General, State of Gujarat, and subsequently in the year 2004, was appointed as Additional Public Prosecutor. From December, 2005 onwards, was assisting the learned Advocate General, State of Gujarat. In the said capacities, had appeared before the High Court of Gujarat, representing the State Government and its various Departments, Government Companies, Public Sector Establishments in different branches of law, including Constitutional, Civil, Service, Industrial and Company law.
Elevated as Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 5th March, 2019.
Justice Ilesh Jashvantrai Vora
Date of Birth : 18/08/1965
Int. Appmnt : 03/03/2020
Date of Joining : 03/03/2020
Date of Retirement : 17/08/2027
Source :SERVICE
Introduction : Elevated as Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 3rd March 2020.
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Born on 18th August, 1965 at Jamnagar. Graduate in Commerce and LL.B. from Saurashtra University and LL.M. from Gujarat University. Joined Bar and join the chamber of Senior Advocate Shri D.P. Geria at Jamnagar. Became AGP & APP at Jamnagar District & Sessions Court and attended various Civil & Criminal matters and continued till joining Service in 25th February 2003 as Fast Track Judge, Jamnagar.
Worked in the cadre of District Judge at Morbi, City Civil Court at Ahmedabad, Vadodara from 21.4.2003 to 12.05.2009 and thereafter as Principal District & Sessions Judge at Patan, Rajkot, Valsad from 13.5.2009 to 12.10.2014.
Worked on deputation as Secretary, Legal Department & RLA, Gandhinagar from 13.10.2014 to 31.10.2018.
On repatriation, worked as Principal District and Sessions Judge, Gandhinagar from 1.11.2018 till elevation as Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 3rd March, 2020.
Justice Gita Gopi
Date of Birth : 24/03/1966
Int. Appmnt : 03/03/2020
Date of Joining : 03/03/2020
Date of Retirement : 23/03/2028
Source :SERVICE
Introduction : Elevated as Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 3rd March 2020.
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Born on 24th March 1966 at Navsari. Graduated in the subjects of Commerce from Sir K.P. College of Commerce, Surat. Obtained Post-Graduate Degree in Law from Dinshaw Daboo Law College, Navsari.
Started practice at District Court, Navsari from January 1993 by joining the chamber of Senior Advocate Shri K.P. Desai. Served as a part-time Lecturer at Dinshaw Daboo Law College, Navsari for nearly thirteen years.
Joined Judiciary directly in the cadre of District Judge on 24.11.2008 and presided over many civil and criminal matters. Presided over CBI and POTA Courts as Special Judge and conducted several important matters.
Was also deputed to the High Court of Gujarat as Registrar [Inspection] in 2014.
On 03rd March 2020 – elevated as Judge of the High Court of Gujarat.
Justice Ashokkumar C. Joshi
Date of Birth : 24/01/1961
Int. Appmnt : 03/03/2020
Date of Joining : 03/03/2020
Date of Retirement : 23/01/2023
Source :SERVICE
Introduction : Elevated as Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 3rd March 2020.
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Born on 24th January, 1961 at Amreli.
Graduated in Microbiology from Gujarat University, Ahmedabad in 1980.
Obtained Law degree in the year 1985 from M. S. University, Baroda.
Did LL.M. in the year 1989 from Saurashtra University and received Gold Medal in Master of Laws by securing 1st Class and First in the University in December, 1990.
Obtained Doctorate in the subject “Constitutional Law” in the year 1995 from Saurashtra University.
Father Chimanlal Joshi was Superintendent of Customs.
Initially worked as Part-time Lecturer of Law and started practicing Law from 1986 with Senior Advocate late Shri Sharadbhai Jhaveri. And also with Shri Bipinbhai Jhaveri, the Senior Most Lawyer at Jamnagar. (Jhaveri & Jhaveri Advocates)
Appointed as Civil Judge and Judicial Magistrate, First Class in the year 1991.
Served as Under Secretary, GSLSA at High Court of Gujarat, Ahmedabad.
Promoted as Senior Civil Judge and Judicial Magistrate.
Worked as Project Officer, GSLSA at High Court of Gujarat, Ahmedabad and served at 24 x 7 at Legal Services Clinic, first of its kind in the whole world whose founder is Hon'ble Dr. Justice J.N.Bhatt, the then Acting Chief Justice of High Court of Gujarat and the then Hon'ble Chief Justice of Patna High Court and former Chairman of Human Rights Commission, Gujarat State.
Promoted as Assistant Judge and Additional Sessions Judge and also worked as Judge of the Fast Track Courts at various districts.
Promoted as Additional District Judge in the year 2008. (In the cadre of Principal District Judge)
Worked as Principal Judge, Family Court at Surat and as Principal District Judge at Palanpur, District Banaskantha, Anand, Ahmedabad (Rural) and Vadodara.
Justice Rajendra M. Sareen
Date of Birth : 23/03/1962
Int. Appmnt : 03/03/2020
Date of Joining : 03/03/2020
Date of Retirement : 22/03/2024
Source :SERVICE
Introduction : Elevated as Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 3rd March 2020.
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Born on 23.03.1962 at Valsad District Valsad.
Completed graduation from N.H.Shah Commerce College, Valsad in 1982. Completed law from K.M. Shah Law College, Valsad in 1986.
Started practice as an Advocate in 1986 at Navsari District Court. Appeared in Civil and Criminal matters from the office of Senior Advocate Mr.T.M. Desai at Navsari.
Joined judiciary as Civil Judge & Judicial Magistrate, First Class on 13.08.1991 at Godhara. Posted as Senior Civil Judge on 03.07.2000 at Surendranagar. Posted as Assistant Judge from 14.11.2002. Served as Presiding Officer, Fast Tract Court from 2003.
Thereafter served as Additional District & Sessions Judge from 2008. Posted as President, Industrial Tribunal, Ahmedabad on 01.03.2013. Served as Principal District & Sessions Judge, Jamnagar from 2015 to 30.11.2017. Served as Principal District & Sessions Judge, Anand from 1.12.2017 till elevated as Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 03.03.2020.
Justice Vaibhavi D. Nanavati
Date of Birth : 15/11/1970
Int. Appmnt : 04/10/2020
Date of Joining : 04/10/2020
Date of Retirement : 14/11/2032
Source :BAR
Introduction : Elevated as Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 4th October.
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Born on 15.11.1970 at Surat, Gujarat.
She completed her Graduation in Arts from St. Xaviers College, Ahmedabad in 1992. She completed her Graduation in Law from Sir L.A. Shah Law College, Ahmedabad in 1995.
She joined the bar in the year 1995.
As an advocate she had conducted various matters pertaining to education laws, land laws, service laws and others. She had been on the panel of various statutory organizations being Medical Council of India, Central Board of Excise and Customs, Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation, Gujarat University, State Bank of India and various others.
She came to be appointed as Judge of the Gujarat High Court on 04.10.2020.
Justice Nirzar S. Desai
Date of Birth : 15/06/1973
Int. Appmnt : 04/10/2020
Date of Joining : 04/10/2020
Date of Retirement : 14/06/2035
Source :BAR
Introduction : Elevated as Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 4th October.
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Born on 15th June, 1973 at Bhavnagar.
Did B.Sc. (Chemistry). Completed LL.B. from Sir L.A. Shah College.
Started practice in the year 1998. Conducted matters pertaining to Civil and Criminal sides. Area of practice was all the branches of Service and Labour Laws, Non-service matters, Land Laws, indirect taxation, educational and constitutional matters and also in the matters related to Arbitrations.
During the practice represented Sardar Sarovar Nigam Limited and GST and Customs Departments as Sr.Standing Counsel also represented Union of India as Central Government Counsel. Also represented Bhavnagar Municipal Corporation, Employess’ Providennt Fund Organisation (EPFO) and Gujarat HOusing Board. Appeared before various forums like Central Administrative Tribunal, Gujarat Public Works Contracts Disputes Arbitration Tribunal, appeared before Central Administrative Tribunal on behalf of Central Government, and National Green Tribunal (Western Bench) and also appeared in Arbitrations.
Elevated as Judge on 04.10.2020.
Justice Nikhil S. Kariel
Date of Birth : 09/05/1974
Int. Appmnt : 04/10/2020
Date of Joining : 04/10/2020
Date of Retirement : 08/05/2036
Source :BAR
Introduction : Elevated as Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 4th October.
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Born on 09.05.1974 at Rajkot. Did initial schooling in Rajkot, Nadiad and Vallabh Vidyanagar. Did his law from V.B. College of law, Udupi under the TMA Pai Foundation affiliated with Mangalore University. Was enrolled as an Advocate with Bar Council of Gujarat in the year 1998. Had initially joined the office of late Shri Ajit D. Padiwal, Advocate and thereafter joined the office of Shri Bhaskar P. Tanna, Senior Advocate in the year 1998. Started his independent practice from the year 2006 and has extensively appeared in variety of cases in different fields of law, including Service Law, Civil Law, Criminal Law and various other laws.
Elevated as Judge of High Court of Gujarat on 04.10.2020.
Justice Mauna M. Bhatt
Date of Birth : 15/01/1964,
Int. Appmnt : 18/10/2021,
Date of Joining : 18/10/2021,
Date of Retirement : 14/01/2026,
Source :BAR,
Introduction : Elevated as Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 18th October 2021.
Full Profile :
Born on 15th January 1964 at Ahmedabad.
Completed her Bacherlors of Science (Microbiology) in the year 1984 from Sardar Patel University and then went on to complete Diploma in Medical and Laboratory Technology in the year 1985. Post completion of her studies, worked with Karamsad Medical Hospital and College.
Owing to her father being a distinguished Advocate at Anand, she always had an inclination towards the legal profession. This desire was soon fulfilled after being married into a family of lawyers, when she decided to pursue LL.B. from L.A. Shah Law College and was awarded Bachelors of Law in the year 1990.
Started practice at the Gujarat High Court in the year 1990 and was appointed as a Senior Standing Counsel for the Income Tax Department in the year 2002 and continued to remain on the said Panel till her elevation to the Bench. Apart from her expertise in Income Tax laws, is well versed in various other fields such as Service laws, Matrimonial laws, Contract laws, etc. Was also empanelled as a Special Counsel, Union Public Service Commission for State of Gujarat.
Was the Managing Partners of her law firm in Ahmedabad. During the said tenure, worked in various fields of law and represented several private and public sector clients.
Prior to her elevation, was holding the post of President, Federation of Women Lawyers, Gujarat (FWL, Gujarat) – a non-political organization established with the object of promoting the rights and welfare of women and children, particularly through legislation. Was active in various other pro bono activities and services for providing legal assistance to the less privileged.
Was also appointed as the External Member on the Internal Complaints Committee for two reputed companies to deal with and redress grievances of sexual harassment at workplace.
Justice Samir J. Dave
Date of Birth : 28/07/1964,Int. Appmnt : 18/10/2021,
Date of Joining : 18/10/2021,
Date of Retirement : 27/07/2026,
Source :BAR,
Introduction : Elevated as Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 18th October 2021.
Full Profile :
Born on 28th July, 1964 at Patan in the service class family. Graduated in Commerce from H. A. College of Commerce, Ahmedabad in the year 1984. Obtained Law Degree from Sir L. A. Shah College, Ahmedabad and was enrolled as an advocate with the Bar Council of Gujarat on 03.04.1992.
Joined the legal profession in the year 1992 and started practice in the High Court of Gujarat. Joined the chamber of late Advocate Shree B. J. Jadeja. Practiced in all fields of law i.e. Civil matters, Criminal matters, service matters, labour matters, Constitutional matters. Subsequently, appointed as Assistant Government Pleader in the year 1995 and appointed as an Additional Public Prosecutor in the year 1999 in the High Court of Gujarat. From 2003-2006 appointed as Standing Counsel for the Central Government in the High Court of Gujarat and also represented the Central Bureau of Investigation in the High Court of Gujarat and also represented Banks, Corporations and Gujarat Housing Board and Slum Clearance Board.
Justice Hemant M. Prachchhak
Date of Birth : 04/06/1965,
Int. Appmnt : 18/10/2021,
Date of Joining : 18/10/2021,
Date of Retirement : 03/06/2027,
Source :BAR,
Introduction : Elevated as Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 18th October 2021.
Full Profile :
Born on 4th June 1965 at Porbandar. After obtaining primary education from Taluka Primary School, Somnath at Prabhaspatan, secured Secondary & Higher Secondary education from Prabhaspatan and Veraval respectively and thereafter, Graduated in Commerce from Kalidas Haridas Madhvani College, Porbandar in the year 1988. Obtained Law Degree from Dhanjibhai D. Khotiyawala Municipal Law College at Porbandar in 1992.
Started practice in the High Court of Gujarat from 28th October 1992, after getting enrolled through the Bar Council of Gujarat. Conducted matters involving issues from all categories; including Civil cases, Criminal and Motor Accident Claims. Worked as Assistant Government Pleader and Additional Public Prosecutor from 2002 to 2007. Worked as Central Government Standing Counsel for the High Court of Gujarat between 2015 and 2019.
Elevated to the Bench of Gujarat High Court as a Judge with effect from 18th October 2021.
Justice Sandeep N. Bhatt
Date of Birth : 16/09/1967,
Int. Appmnt : 18/10/2021,
Date of Joining : 18/10/2021,
Date of Retirement : 15/09/2029,
Source :BAR,
Introduction : Elevated as Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 18th October 2021.
Full Profile :
Mr. Justice Sandeep N. Bhatt was born on 16th September, 1967 at Rajkot in the family of the lawyer. Mr. Justice Sandeep N. Bhatt graduated in Science from Kotak Science College, Rajkot in the year 1988 and received Law degree in the year 1992 and was enrolled as an Advocate with the Bar Council of Gujarat on 23.01.1993.
Mr. Justice Sandeep N. Bhatt joined the Legal Profession in the year 1993 at Rajkot District Court and started practice with his father Shri N.S. Bhatt, Former Vice Chairman of Bar Council of India and thereafter, has started practice at the High Court of Gujarat in the year 1994 with advocate late Shri Girishbhai D. Bhatt. He practised in the High Court of Gujarat and Debt Recovery Tribunal and rendered his services as an Advocate for various Nationalised Banks, Municipalities, Panchayats and has also rendered his services as Assistant Government Pleader and an Additional Standing Counsel of the Government of India. Mr. Justice Sandeep N. Bhatt had practised in various subjects of the law like; Civil, Criminal. Banking. Revenue, etc.
Justice Aniruddha P. Mayee
Int. Appmnt : 18/10/2021,
Date of Joining : 18/10/2021,
Date of Retirement : ,
Source :BAR,
Introduction : Elevated as Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 18th October 2021.
Full Profile :
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS :
1.B.Sc. - GUJARAT UNIVERSITY,
2.LL.B. - GUJARAT UNIVERSITY,
3.LL.M. -GUJARAT UNIVERSITY(GOLD MEDALLIST)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE :
1. REGISTERED WITH THE GUJARAT BAR COUNCIL ON 29.06.1995.
2. PRACTICED AS ADVOCATE, GUJARAT HIGH COURT FROM JULY 1995 TO AUGUST 1996.
3. STARTED LEGAL PRACTICE IN THE SUPREME COURT OF INDIA, NEW DELHI FROM SEPTEMBER 1996.
4. PASSED THE ADVOCATE-ON-RECORD EXAMINATION AND REGISTERED AS ADVOCATE- ON-RECORD ON THE ROLLS OF SUPREME COURT OF INDIA IN SEPTEMBER 2002.
APPOINTMENTS :
1. STANDING COUNSEL FOR BOMBAY HIGH COURT IN SUPREME COURT OF INDIA.
2. ADVOCATE-ON-RECORD FOR GUJARAT HIGH COURT IN SUPREME COURT OF INDIA.
3. ADVOCATE ON RECORD FOR CHHATTISGARH HIGH COURT IN SUPREME COURT OF INDIA.
4. CHIEF GOVERNMENT ADVOCATE AND STANDING COUNSEL – STATE OF MAHARASHTRA IN THE SUPREME COURT OF INDIA.
5. STANDING COUNSEL – STATE OF CHHATTISGARH FOR SUPREME COURT OF INDIA.
6. ‘A’ PANEL ADVOCATE FOR THE UNION OF INDIA IN THE SUPREME COURT OF INDIA.
7. ADVOCATE-ON-RECORD & STANDING COUNSEL FOR STATE OF GUJARAT IN THE SUPREME COURT OF INDIA.
8. STANDING COUNSEL FOR MANY STATUTORY BODIES/CORPORATIONS OF MAHARASHTRA IN SUPREME COURT OF INDIA.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE :
COMPLETED 26 YEARS OF LEGAL PRACTICE. INDEPENDENTLY HANDLED CASES IN ALMOST ALL SPHERES OF LAW AND ALSO ADVISED DIFFERENT STATE GOVERNMENTS ON VARIOUS LEGAL ISSUES. APPEARED IN VARIOUS ARBITRATIONS. CONDUCTED ORIGINAL SIDE PROCEEDINGS ON BEHALF OF THE STATE OF CHHATTISGARH IN THE SUPREME COURT OF INDIA.
Justice Niral R. Mehta
Date of Birth : 28/10/1976,
Int. Appmnt : 18/10/2021,
Date of Joining : 18/10/2021,
Date of Retirement : 27/10/2038,
Source : BAR,
Introduction : Elevated as Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 18th October 2021.
Full Profile :
Born on 28th October, 1976 at Ahmedabad.
Did Bachelor in Commerce from H L College for Commerce, Ahmedabad. Completed LL.B. from Sir L.A. Shah College, Ahmedabad.
Started practice in the year 2001. Has extensively appeared in variety of cases in different fields of law, including Civil Law, Criminal Law, Service Law and various other laws. During the practice, represented various Government and Semi-Government Institutions, viz., Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited, Dindayal Port Trust, Gujarat Public Service Commission, Gujarat Pollution Control Board, Gujarat State Election Commission, Ahmedabad Urban Development Authority, Gujarat State Road Transport Corporation, Airport Authority of India, Vadodara Municipal Corporation, Gujarat State Civil Supplies Corporation, Gujarat Agro Industries Corporation Ltd., Dehgam Nagarpalika, Dahod Nagarpalika, Godhara Nagarpalika, Kodinar Nagarpalika, Devgadhbaria Nagarpalika, Halvad Nagarpalika, Chotila Nagarpalika, Dang District Panchayat, Amreli District Panchayat, Panchmahals District Cooperative Bank, Junagadh District Cooperative Bank and also represented Central Government of India as Central Government Standing Counsel since 2016 till elevation.
Elevated as Judge of High Court of Gujarat on 18.10.2021.
Justice Nisha M. Thakore
Date of Birth : 03/12/1975,
Int. Appmnt : 18/10/2021,
Date of Joining : 18/10/2021,
Date of Retirement : 02/12/2037,
Source :BAR,
Introduction : Elevated as Judge, High Court of Gujarat on 18th October 2021.
Full Profile :
Born on 03.12.1975 at Ahmedabad. Initial schooling from Reubs Primary and High School, Ahmedabad. Cleared 12th Std. with Science Stream from N.R. Higher Secondary School, GLS, Ahmedabad, in March, 1993. Did Graduation in Bachelor of Science with Bio-Chemistry as a main subject from M.G. Science College, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad. Thereafter, did Master in Science with Bio-Chemistry from School of Science, Gujarat University, Ahmedabad and did Bachelor of Laws from I.M. Nanavati Law College, Ahmedabad. Simultaneously, worked as Quality Assurance Officer with West Coast Pharmaceutical Pvt. Co. and left the job to join legal field.
Enrolled as an Advocate with Bar Council of Gujarat from September, 2002. Initially, attended City Civil Court matters under the guidance of Her father late Shri Mahendrabhai K. Thakore. On 12.09.2002, joined the office of learned Advocate Smt. Ketty Arun Mehta, had rich experience of matters related to the Land Laws and Service Laws. Simultaneously had gained experience through learned Advocate late Shri Arun Mehta, who had given opportunity to attend the few matters related to Taxation and Criminal Laws.
In the year 2011, appointed as an Assistant Government Pleader, High Court of Gujarat. Had vast experience of attending various matters related mainly to Land Laws as well as matters pertaining to Service Laws, Labour Laws, Contempt of Courts. In the year 2016, appointed as Additional Public Prosecutor, High Court of Gujarat, whereby had occasions to deal with Criminal matters pertaining to Bail, Quashing, Criminal Appeals and Habeas Corpus. Also, briefly served as Panel Advocate for Mehsana District Panchayat, Liquidator of Gujarat State Petrofils Cooperative Limited (Company in Liquidation) and Sardar Sarovar Nigam Ltd. Had brief but rich experience of Service matters while representing the Office of Registrar, High Court of Gujarat and various District and Lower Courts since Year 2019.
Elevated as Judge of High Court of Gujarat on 18.10.2021.
Chief Justice Alok Aradhe
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Alok Aradhe: Born on 13th April, 1964 at Raipur , B.Sc and LLB, Enrolled as Advocate on July 12, 1988. Designated as Senior Advocate in April 2007.Revised the 5th and 6th Editions of Principles of Administrative Law by M.P.Jain and S.N.Jain with Late Hon'ble Justice G.P.Singh,Chief Justice of High Court of Madhya Pradesh. Was Visiting Faculty in Judicial Officers Training and Research Institute to address Judicial officers on various issues. Practiced on Civil & Constitutional, Arbitration and Company Matters in the High Court of Madhya Pradesh at Jabalpur. Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Madhya Pradesh on December 29, 2009 and Permanent Judge on February 15th, 2011. Transferred to High Court of Jammu and Kashmir on September 16, 2016, vide notification No.K-11017/33/2016-US.II dated 09th September, 2016 and took oath of office on 20th September, 2016. Nominated as Chairman of Jammu and Kashmir State Judicial Academy vide High Court order No. 378 dated 7th of June 2017. Appointed as Acting Chief Justice of High court of Jammu & Kashmir vide Notification No K-11019/07/2018-US.I/II(Pt.) Dated 11.05.2018 and functioned as such upto 10.08.2018. Nominated as Executive Chairman of Jammu and Kashmir State Legal Services Authority vide SRO No. 369 dated 4th of September 2018. On transfer to Karnataka High Court, His Lordship took oath as Judge of Karnataka High Court on 17.11.2018.
Later, assumed charge as the permanent Judge of the High Court of Chattisgarh on 08.03.2016.
On transfer to High Court for the State of Telangana, His Lordship took oath as Judge of High Court for the State of Telangana on 27.07.2023.
Honourable Sri Justice Abhinand Kumar Shavili was born on 08.10.1963 to late Dr. Subba Rao Shavili and late Smt. Sangam Yashoda Shavili. Had School education from St. Johns Grammar School, Secunderabad, Intermediate from Nrupatunga Junior College, Hyderabad, B.Sc., Degree from Nizam College (Osmania University, Hyderabad), and LL.B., from Osmania University Campus Law College. Enrolled as an Advocate on 31.08.1989 in the Bar Council of Andhra Pradesh. Initially joined the Chambers of Sri D. Linga Rao, Advocate, and later the Office of former Justice Nooty Rama Mohana Rao when His Lordship was practicing as an Advocate, on 02.02.1993, and gained exposure to various branches of law. Actively practiced in Service Law, Constitutional Law, and other branches of Law, and was also standing counsel for the High Court of Judicature at Hyderabad for the State of Telangana and the State of Andhra Pradesh. Elevated as Judge of the High Court of Judicature at Hyderabad for the State of Telangana and the State of Andhra Pradesh on 21.09.2017.
Justice T. Vinod Kumar
Born on 17th November, 1964 to late Sri T. Laxmi Narasimha Rao and Smt. T. Shakuntala. Had initial school education at Suryapet in Nalgonda District and thereafter in Hyderabad. Obtained Bachelor of Arts degree and LL.B., from Osmania University. Enrolled as an Advocate in the year 1988 in the Bar Council of Andhra Pradesh and joined in the chambers of Sri Ravi. S, Senior Advocate. Specialized in Tax and Corporate Litigation. Appointed as Senior Standing Counsel for Income Tax in 2015 and as Special Standing Counsel for Commercial Tax in 2016 and continued till elevation. Appointed as Judge of the High Court for the State of Telangana, Hyderabad and sworn-in on 26th August, 2019.
Justice K. Lakshman
He was born on 08.06.1966 to Sri K. Gopal and Smt. K. Sathamma, who hail from an agriculture family. Of the five children (two sons and three daughters), he is the second one and the eldest son. He belongs to Bogaram village of Ramannapet Mandal in Yadadri - Bhuvanagiri District. His school journey had taken place in Government Schools at Bogaram and Ramannapet villages respectively. He did his Graduation with B.Sc., (M.P.C.) from New Science Degree College, Ameerpet, Hyderabad, and later did his LL.B., from V.R. Law College, Nellore of Sri Venkateshwara University. After completion of Law Degree, he enrolled as an Advocate in the year 1993 with the Andhra Pradesh Bar Council and joined in the office of Sri Madiraju Radhakrishna Murthy, Advocate and did his juniorship for some time in the erstwhile High Court of Andhra Pradesh and various other Subordinate Courts in and around the twin cities and thereafter started his independent practice from 1999 on the side of Civil Law, Constitutional Law and Cooperative Laws. He was also Standing Counsel for Uranium Corporation of India and various private reputed Institutions or Companies. He got married to A. Manjula Rani. He was blessed with two daughters, Ms. Sreeja and Ms. Himaja. He was appointed as an Assistant Solicitor General of India for the High Court of Judicature at Hyderabad for the States of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh on 24th August, 2017, and after bifurcation of the High Court, served as such for the High Court of Telangana State and discharged his duties till his elevation as a Judge of the Honourable High Court. He has been elevated as a Judge for the High Court of State Telangana and was sworn-in as such in the forenoon of Monday, 26th of August 2019.
Justice B. Vijaysen Reddy
Born on 22.08.1970 at Hyderabad. His father Justice B. Subhashan Reddy (Late) was a former Chief Justice of Madras and Kerala High Courts and was also former Chairperson of A.P. State Human Rights Commission and former Lokayukta for the States of Andhra Pradesh and Telangana. His grand father Sri B. Aga Reddy (Late) was renowned personality and was a former Examiner of Accounts Jagir Administration in the erstwhile Hyderabad State. He passed LL.B., from Padala Rama Reddy Law College (Osmania University) Hyderabad in 1994. He enrolled as an Advocate on 28.12.1994. As an advocate Justice Reddy practiced in all branches of Law and appeared in High Court in large number of Constitutional, Civil, Revenue and Criminal matters. He practiced as a private lawyer for more than 25 years and commanded good practice in Revenue Laws, Land Ceiling, Tenancy, Land Acquisition Laws, other local laws and also on civil and criminal original side and appellate side and appeared regularly in Hyderabad City and Ranga Reddy District civil, Revenue and criminal Courts. He also appeared for several religious, charitable and social organizations. He has number of reported cases to his credit. He was elevated as a permanent Judge of the High Court for the State of Telangana and assumed charge on 02.05.2020. He delivered lectures on Record of Rights and Comparative Study of Old and New Land Acquisition Acts (Young Lawyers Association, A.P. High Court), Litigation Practice, Land Reforms, Civil Procedure Code (NALSAR University), Working of Constitution (Ranga Reddy District Bar Association).
JUSTICE P. SREE SUDHA
Born to Sri Venkateswarlu and Smt. Padmavathi as their eldest daughter. Father retired as a Judicial Officer and Mother is a home maker. Did her schooling in Adoni, Kurnool District, and intermediate in Kurnool. Graduated in Pulivendula of Kadapa District. Secured Law Degree from A.C. College of Law, Guntur. Enrolled as a member on the rolls of Bar Council of Andhra Pradesh and did practice at Tenali, Srikalahasti and Kavali respectively. Got married to Dr. P. Srikanth Babu, now Principal, BRKR Government Ayurvedic Government Medical College, Hyderabad. Selected as Direct Recruit District Judge and inducted on 21.08.2002 and completed 19 years of service as I Additional District and Sessions Judge, Nizamabad, Special Judge for Bomb Blast Cases-cum-Additional Judge for Family Court, Hyderabad, Chairperson for Land Appellate Tribunal-cum-II Additional District Judge, Hyderabad, Industrial Tribunal for Warangal and Khammam Districts, Judge, Mahila Court, Metropolitan Sessions Judge at Vijayawada, as Principal District and Sessions Judge at Karimnagar, Visakhapatnam, Nizamabad and as Chief Judge, City Civil Court, Hyderabad, Special Judge for ACB Cases, Hyderabad, Chairperson, VAT Appellate Tribunal, Transport Appellate Tribunal and as Director, Judicial Academy, Secunderabad, and gained commendable exposure in various branches of law. Elevated to the Bench as Permanent Judge, High Court for the State of Telangana and assumed charge as such on 15.10.2021.
DR. JUSTICE CHILLAKUR SUMALATHA
DR. JUSTICE G. RADHA RANI
Born on 29th June 1963 at Tenali, Guntur District, to late Smt. Bharata Rajeswari and late Sri Seetha Ramaiah. Studied Matriculation from Andhra University, Visakhapatnam, Intermediate and B.Sc. (CBZ) from VSR College, Tenali and B.L. from Sir C.R. Reddy Law College, Eluru. Completed L.L.M. from Osmania University, Hyderabad in 2001. Obtained P.G. Diploma in Human Rights from Indian Institute of Human Rights, New Delhi and P.G. Diploma in Intellectual Property Rights from Osmania University, Hyderabad. Obtained Doctorate in Law on the subject Role of Forensic Investigation in Administration of Criminal Justice in India from Osmania University in the year 2009. Married to Sri CLN Gandhi. He retired from State Government Service as Additional Commissioner of Transport. Blessed with two children (1) Mrs.Chetana, Attorney and Legal Consultant and (2) Dr. Mrs.Manavi, MBBS, MD. Enrolled as Advocate with Bar Council of AP on 10.08.1989 and practiced at Eluru, Vijayawada and High Court, Hyderabad. Appointed by direct recruitment as Assistant Public Prosecutor on 15.06.1998, appointed by direct recruitment as Additional Public Prosecutor Grade-II in 2007, worked as Additional Legal Advisor in Director General, Anti-Corruption Bureau in 2008. Selected by direct recruitment as District and Sessions Judge (Entry Level) and worked at Ongole, Hyderabad, Sangareddy and Secunderabad. Worked as Principal District Judge, Nalgonda, Metropolitan Sessions Judge, Hyderabad, Chairperson, Telangana VAT Appellate Tribunal, Hyderabad and worked as Principal District Judge, Ranga Reddy District. Appointed as Judge of the High Court for the State of Telangana, Hyderabad and assumed charge on 15.10.2021.
JUSTICE M. LAXMAN
Hon ble Sri Justice M.Laxman was born at Velchal Village. Ranga Reddy District to Late Sri M.Adivaiah and Late Smt.Rukkamma. Had primary school education up to 6th in Velchal Primary School, upper primary education in ZPHS, Kohir, Intermediate in SAP College, Vikarabad and Government Junior College, Tandoor, Degree (B.Sc.) from P.G.College of Science, Saifabad and LL.B., from Osmania University College, Hyderabad, and LL.M., from P.G. College of Osmania, Hyderabad. Enrolled as an Advocate in the year 1991 in the Bar Council of A.P., and actively practiced in Civil and Criminal and all other branches of Law and appeared before all the Courts in Hyderabad and Ranga Reddy Districts, including revenue authorities. Selected as District Judge in the year 2008. Worked as District Judge of Mahaboob Nagar, Nizamabad, and Hyderabad Districts, as Principal District Judge of Warangal and Khammam Districts, and as the Presiding Officer of Labour Court-I, Hyderabad. Elevated as Judge of High Court for the State of Telangana on 15.10.2021.
JUSTICE N. TUKARAMJI
JUSTICE P. MADHAVI DEVI
Was born to Sri Potlolla Raghupathi Reddy and Smt. P. Lakshmi on 28.12.1965 as the first amongst their three daughter. Is married to Sri Tangirala Hanumantha Reddy, Advocate and Member, Telangana State Bar Council and is blessed with two sons. Did her schooling from Kendriya Vidyalaya, Ramagundam and graduation in Commerce in the year 1987 from Sarojini Naidu Vanitha Mahavidyala, Osmania University, Hyderabad. After getting married, she joined Law and secured Law Degree from Siddartha Law College, Gulbarga in the year 1992. Enrolled as an Advocate on the rolls of the Bar Council of Andhra Pradesh on 20.08.1992. Also secured LL.M. in Constitutional Law from Osmania University, Hyderabad and did Post Graduation Diploma in Alternate Dispute Resolution (ADR) methods from NALSAR University, Hyderabad with distinction in the year 2005. Joined the office of Justice Sri L.Narasimha Reddy garu (when he was an advocate) and thereafter, the office of her husband Sri Tangirala Hanumantha Reddy, Advocate to practice in various branches of law with main focus on civil, criminal, writs, cooperative matters and consumer disputes till February, 2005. Served as Standing Counsel for Central Government in the Central Administrative Tribunal (CAT), Hyderabad Bench as well as the High Court of Andhra Pradesh. Had been Standing Counsel for the Oriental Insurance Company in the High Court of Andhra Pradesh. Joined Income Tax Appellate Tribunal (ITAT) as a Judicial Member in the year 2005 and served in Bombay Benches from 2005 to 2010, in Bangalore Benches from 2010 till 2015 and thereafter, in Hyderabad Benches from 2015 till 14.10.2021, Rendered various judgments on domestic and international taxation and also on transfer pricing issues. Was elevated to the Bench as Permanent Judge, High Court for the State of Telangana and assumed charge as such on 15.10.2021.
JUSTICE K.SURENDER
JUSTICE SUREPALLI NANDA
Born on 4th April, 1969 to late Dr Bollarum Danappa, who worked as Government Doctor specialized in Opthalmology and late Smt.Bollarum Meera at Gowlipura, Old City, Hyderabad. Passed SSC in 1st Division from Holy Mary High School, Saifabad in the year 1984, Intermediate in first division in Bi.P.C in the year 1986 from Sarojini Naidu Vanita Maha Vidyalaya, Exhibition Ground, Hyderabad, BA (English literature) from Osmania University in the year 1990 and LL.B (special) degree from Vunki Sanna Rudrappa Law College(VSR Law College) then affiliated to Gulbarga University in the year 1993. Married to Sri Surepalli Madhava Rao, who is a retired District and Sessions Judge and currently practising Advocate in A.P. High Court. Blessed with a son Dr Surepalli Prashanth, who is a medical graduate and a law graduate (MBBS,LL.B,LL.M) and who is also currently practising Advocate in A.P. High Court. Enrolled as an Advocate on the rolls of Bar Council of Andhra Pradesh on 04-08-1993. After enrollment as an advocate, joined the Office of Honble Justice G Chandraiah garu(as advocate as he then was ) and worked in the said office for about a year. Later worked as a Junior Counsel assisting V.Rajagopal Reddy garu, Senior Advocate for the period 1994-2000. Actively practised for the last more than 28 years at the High Court of Judicature at Hyderabad and dealt with all types of constitutional, Civil, Criminal, Labour, Revenue, Service matters. Specialized in the area of Constitutional Law (Writs). PRO-BONO WORK FOR THE LEGAL SERVICES AUTHORITY Worked as Panel Advocate for A.P.State Legal Services Authority in High Court of A.P., during the period 1995 to 2001. Appointed as Member, A.P.High Court Legal Services Committee in the year 2005 and continued till March 2016.Appointed as Panel Advocate of A.P. High Court Legal Services Committee vide Proceedings ROC No.800 HCLSC of 2014, dated 21-03-2014 and continued as such till elevation as Judge, High Court of Telangana. Held the Assignment of Master Trainer from Hyderabad, Telangana State to train the Legal Aid Panel Lawyers of all the Districts of Telangana in the year 2015 (1st phase) along with 2 other master trainers. The State of Telangana stood first in the country for having completed the training for the Legal Services Panel Lawyers within a period of three months. Conducted the Training to Legal Aid Panel Lawyers of SIX (6)Districts of Andhra Pradesh in the year 2015 i.e., Kurnool, Kadapa, Chittoor, Anantapur, Guntur along with two other Master Trainers of A.P. Conducted the Training during the period 2016-2017, to a second group of Legal Services Panel Lawyers of TEN (10) Districts of State of Telangana i.e.,Warangal, Khammam, Adilabad, Mahabubnagar, Ranga Reddy, Nizamabad, Karimnagar, Nalgonda, Sangareddy and Hyderabad along with two other Master Trainers. Conducted Training to the Legal Services Panel Lawyers of High Court Legal Services Committee along with one other Master Trainer from Telangana on 28th and 29th of April, 2018. Conducted the Training in the year 2018, to a third group of Legal Services Panel Lawyers of TEN (10) Districts of State of Telangana i.e., Warangal, Khammam, Adilabad, Mahaboob Nagar, Karim Nagar, Medak at Sanga Reddy, Nalgonda, Nizamabad, Ranga Reddy and Hyderabad along with two other Master Trainers. Conducted Training to a fourth group of Legal Services Panel Lawyers Of all Districts of Telangana in the year 2021. Secured excellent grade in EACH and every District of the State of Telangana for the years 2015, 2016-2017, 2018 and 2021. 1. Defending BAR COUNCIL OF INDIA AS ITS SOLE COUNSEL since 2000 and officially appointed as STANDING COUNSEL FOR THE BAR COUNCIL OF INDIA in the year 2006 and continued as such till elevation as Judge, High Court of Telangana i.e. till 24.03.2022.. 2. Worked as Assistant Government Pleader for Panchayath Raj during the period 2001 - 2002. 3. Worked as Assistant Government Pleader for Land Acquisition during the period 2002 - 2004. 4. Appointed as Standing Counsel for the Bar Council of Andhra Pradesh in the year 1995 and continued as panel Advocate of Bar Council of Telangana and Andhra Pradesh in all the pending matters till elevation as Judge, High Court of Telangana. 5. Worked as Reporter, Indian Law Reports, Law Journal of High Court of Andhra Pradesh. 6. Appointed as Central Government Counsel on 6-4-2010 for conducting the Central Government Cases before the Andhra Pradesh High Court at Hyderabad and dealt with all cases pertaining to External Affairs, Mines, Home Affairs, Customs and Central Excise etc. and worked for the period 6.4.2010 to 22.5.2015 7. Appointed as a Panel Advocate,Government Counsel on 26.08.2010 to represent Union of India in the Andhra Pradesh High Court in cases relating to the grant of Central Sanman Pension and worked till November 2016. 8. Discharged duties as Legal Advisor to Nizams Institute of Medical Sciences, Panjagutta, Hyderabad, since December 2011 and Officially appointed as Special Counsel for NIMS on 26-3-2012 and discharged duties till1 15-06- 2013. 9. Appointed as Panel Advocate for Corporation Bank, Tarnaka Branch, Hyderabad vide proceedings dated 26-6-2014. 10. Appointed as Panel Advocate for Oriental Bank of Commerce, Regional Office, Secunderabad vide proceedings, dated 19.07.2014 11. Appointed as Member Enquiry Committee, to enquire into the complaint regarding the alleged indecent representation of Woman IAS Officer, by Outlook Magazine in its 6th July, 2015 edition and the counter complaint received from Editor of Outlook Magazine vide proceedings of the National Commission for Women, New Delhi, dated 22-07-2015. 12. Appointed as Standing Counsel for National Institute of Rural Development and Panchayati Raj vide file dated 25-06-2018. 13. Appointed as Panel Advocate for National Commission for Women, New Delhi for the State of Telangana w.e.f 30-11-2018. 14. Dealt with the cases on behalf of Petroleum and Natural Gas Regulatory Board, New Delhi for the period 2016 to 2022 as a special Counsel. 15. Nominated as The member of Institutional Ethics Committee of Medical and Health Research Institute, Maternal Health Research Trust, Road No.3, Banjara Hills,Hyderabad - 34 in April 2019. 16. Selected as Legal Expert for NRI Women Safety Cell, Women Safety Wing, Telangana State. 17. Empanelled as one of the member of the High Court Gender Sensitization and Internal Complaints Committee (GSICC) for a period of 2 years w.e.f. 30-11-2019, vide Proceedings dt. 30-11-2019. 18. Appointed as Counsel to Represent Hajee A.P.Bavan and Co.Constructions Pvt. Ltd before the Telangana High Court. 19. Designated as a Senior Counsel w.e.f 15.04.2021, vide notification ROC .NO.2674 SO of 2017 dated 17.04.2021 of the Registrar General, High Court for the State of Telangana. 20. Nominated as a Member of a five Member Interview cum Interaction Committee to conduct interview -cum- interaction for empanelment of Legal Assistants for NIRDPR, vide office order No.85 dt.03.05.2021 of NIRD. 21. Empanelled as a Senior Advocate to represent on behalf of High Court of Telangana on important legal issues, vide Proceedings dated 03.07.2021. 22. Nominated as Member, Board of Studies, Faculty of Law, Osmania University in the year 2021. JUDGMENTS There are more than 64 Reported Judgments reported in various law journals. OTHER ACTIVITIES 1. Elected as an Executive Committee Member of A.P. High Court Advocates Association for 3 terms, during the period 1995 to 2000. 2.Elected as Secretary, A.P. High Court Advocates Association for the year 2009- 2010. 3.Nominated as Returning Officer to conduct the A.P. High Court Bar Elections for the year 2010-11. AWARDS RECEIVED 1.Recipient of Acharaya Chanakya Sadhavana Puraskar Award for the year 2010 earmarked for the legal field Awardded by Bharatiya Sanskrit Nirman Parishad and A.P. State Human Rights. 2.Recipient of the Elders Club Excellence Award on 15.06.2018 earmarked for Advocates Awarded by Elders Clubs International Foundation. 3.Recipient of the National Unity Award, 2020 earmarked for the Legal Field Awarded by Telangana Citizens Council (A social service organisation).
JUSTICE MUMMINENI SUDHEER KUMAR
His Lordship was born on 21.12.1969 (DOB as per records 20.05.1969) at Kothagudem Town of erstwhile Khammam District in an agricultural family to Sri Mummineni Nageswara Rao and Late Smt. Bharatha Lakshmi. Studied in Government School and Government Junior College at his native village Charla, Bhadradri-Kothagudem District upto Intermediate and did graduation at Sir C.R.Reddy College, Eluru, West Godavari District, Andhra Pradesh. Thereafter, did active agriculture for a period of two years and then as per wish of his Lordships mother, studied LL.B. course at Nanded and completed LL.B. in the year 1994 and enrolled as an Advocate in the erstwhile Bar Council of Andhra Pradesh on 21.12.1994. While pursuing his LL.B. course during 1991-1994, worked as Typist-cum-Advocate Clerk in the office of Sri M.R.K.Chowdary, Senior Advocate, who happens to be his paternal uncle and after enrolment, joined in the chambers of Sri M.R.K.Chowdary and continued in the same office till 2004 and started independent practice in the year 2005. He was the Legal Advisor and retainer for K.L.University, Vijayawada and Hyderabad and all the institutions run by Vignana Jyothi Society at Hyderabad and several other Software Companies. He practised in all branches of law in High Court and also practised in City Civil Courts, Hyderabad, District Court, Ranga Reddy District and Family Courts in twin cities of Hyderabad and Secunderabad. After bifurcation of erstwhile High Court of Andhra Pradesh, continued practice in High Court for the State of Telangana and elevated as Judge on 24.03.2022.
Justice Juvvadi Sridevi
Born on 10th August, 1972 to Smt. Juvvadi Bharathi and Sri Juvvadi Surya Rao. She hails from Thimmapur Village, Jagtial District. Did her schooling from St.Anns High School, Bollaram and Sri Aurobindo International School, Hyderabad. Obtained Bachelor of Arts degree from Osmania University. Completed law in the year 1996 from Law College, Nanded, affiliated to Dr. Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University. After enrollment as an advocate with the Bar Council of the erstwhile State of Andhra Pradesh in the year 1996, joined the office of Sri N.Pratap Reddy at Nirmal. Appointed as Additional Public Prosecutor at Assistant Sessions Court, Nirmal and served as such from 31.10.2004 to 10.02.2008. Thereafter, shifted practice to High Court and joined the office of Sri P. Lakshma Reddy. Her Lordship gained experience in various laws including revenue, municipal, service and criminal law. Appointed and served as Government Pleader for Land Acquisition and Government Pleader for Endowments during the year 2014 to 2017. Appointed as Additional Public Prosecutor at High Court for the State of Telangana on 24.01.2018 and served in the said capacity till the elevation. Elevated and sworn in as a Judge of High Court for the State of Telangana on 24.03.2022
JUSTICE NATCHARAJU SHRAVAN KUMAR VENKAT
Born on August 18th 1967 in an Agricultural family to late Shri. Natcharaju Venkat Kishan Rao and Smt. Natcharaju Sharada Devi, (Eldest daughter of Late. P.V.Narasimha Rao, Former Prime Minister of India). His Lordship did his Schooling from St. Pauls High School, Hyderguda, Hyderabad, Intermediate from Nrupatunga Junior College, Kachiguda, Hyderebad, Graduation in Commerce from Pragati Mahavidyalalya, Osmania University and M.B.A from Birla Institute of Technology, Mesra, Ranchi. His lordship obtained law degree from Pendekanti Law College, Osmania University and obtained P.G. Diploma in Cyber Laws from Nalsar University, Hyderabad. His Lordship enrolled as an Advocate in 2005 in the composite Bar Council of Andhra Pradesh. His Lordship joined the Office of Rao and Co. Lawyers, Hyderabad.29 and practiced in City Civil Courts Hyderabad and later joined the office of Shri.Challa Kodandaram (who became the Judge of the then High Court of Andhra Pradesh) and practiced extensively in Tax Laws, Company Law and before National Company Law Tribunal, Hyderabad. His Lordship was appointed as Govt. Pleader, Irrigation and CAD, Govt. of Telangana, in the year 2017 and continued till his elevation as Judge of the High Court for the State of Telangana and sworn-in on 24-03-2022. Married to Smt. N .Kavitha, Advocate and blessed with two daughters Ms. Madhurima working as Software developer in Amazon Development Center India Pvt. Ltd Hyderabd and Ms. Madhuvani pursuing Bachelors of law.
JUSTICE GUNNU ANUPAMA CHAKRAVARTHY
G. Anupama Chakravarthy, born to Dr. N. Krishnachandra Rao and Smt. Mahalakshmi on 21-3-1970 at Palakonda Village of Srikakulam District. Did her 5 years law course from N.B.M Law college, Visakhapatnam. Married to Sri G. Lakshmana Rao and blessed with a son, Abhishek Ruthwick, who is a practicing advocate. Started practicing in the then High court of Andhra Pradesh, after her enrollment in the year 1994. She worked in the office of Senior Advocate Sri T. Niranjan Reddy. Dealt with cases relating to Civil, Criminal, Writ jurisdictions in the High Court and also attended Civil, Criminal courts apart from Cooperative and other Tribunals. Appointed as Asst. Government Pleader in the year 2006 and worked as such till 2008. Did her postgraduation in law (L.L.M). Selected as District Judge by direct recruitment and joined service as Addl. District Judge on 02-11-2008. Worked at various places of the then combined state of AP. Worked as Prl. District Judge, Kareem Nagar from January, 2019 to September, 2020. Worked as Member Secretary, Telangana State Legal Services Authority at Hyderabad till August, 2021. Was Registrar General of Telangana Highcourt for a brief period, later on worked as Chairperson of Cooperative Tribunal, Hyderabad and as the Chairperson of Telangana State VAT Tribunal, Hyderabad. She also delivered guest lectures in Judicial Academy, Secunderabad and in NALSAR University of Law, Hyderabad. Elevated and sworn in as a Judge of High Court for the State of Telangana on 24-3-2022.
JUSTICE MATURI GIRIJA PRIYADARSINI
Born on 30 th August, to Sri. Maturi Appa Rao, who worked as Commercial Tax Officer in Telangana region and Smt.Nagaratnam. Soon after Intermediate her ladyship got married to Dr. K. Vijay Kumar and blessed with two sons, Nikhil and Akhil. Her Ladyship pursued Master of Arts in Sociology, Master of Arts in Public Administration and Master of Arts in Political Science from Andra University. Later, her Ladyship did her 3 years law course from N.B.M Law college, Visakhapatnam in the year 1995. Did her post graduation in law (L.L.M) from Andhra University in the year 1997. Her Ladyship stood first in Constitutional Law by securing highest marks. Enrolled as an Advocate on the rolls of Bar Council of Andhra Pradesh on September 1995. After enrollment as an advocate, joined the Office of Smt. P. Uma Bala and worked in the said office for about 7 years. Her Ladyship actively practiced for more than 10 years at Vishakhapatnam and dealt with all types of cases in Civil, Criminal, Labour law and Matrimonial matters and actively appeared in pro-bono cases referred by the District Legal Services Authority of Vishakhapatnam. Later Selected as District Judge by direct recruitment and joined judicial service as Addl. District Judge on 03-11-2008. Worked at various places of the then combined State of AP. Worked as Prl. District Judge, Ongole from August, 2016 to December 2018, Adilabad from January 2019 to October 2020 and Karimnagar from October 2020 to March 2022. During her tenure as Prl. District Judge in Prakasham and Adilabad District of the then composite State of AP, the District Legal Service Authority stood first continuously for 3 terms, during the period 2016-2019 for being best district legal service authority by National Legal Service Authority. NALSA in its 21st Episode of Akele Nahin Hain Aaap program telecasted by Doordarshan appreciated her ladyship for the efforts of District Legal Service Authority in conducting various legal aid programs in remote villages of the state with an objective to extend legal aid and to provide free and competent legal services to the weaker sections of the society. Elevated and sworn in as a Judge of High Court for the State of Telangana on 24-3-2022.
JUSTICE SAMBASIVARAO NAIDU
Born on 1st August, 1962 at Ramachandrapuram, East Godavari, to late Smt. Suryavathi and late Sri Satyanarayana. Did his schooling up to Intermediate from Ramachandrapuram. After graduating from SKBR College, Amalapuram, he obtained his B.L. degree from Andhra University in 1986. Married to Smt. Suryavani Naidu. Blessed with two children (1) Sri Srinesh Naidu, working as Senior Scientist, MSN Pharmaceuticals, New Jersey, USA, and (2) Sri Saikiran Naidu, working as Senior Software Engineer at Fidelity Investments located at Durham, North Carolina, USA and both are married. Started his practice as Advocate by joining in the office of Sri Pilla Janaki Ramayya at his native place Ramachandrapuram. He did his LL.M. from Kakatiya University, Warangal during 2004. He was selected as District Munsif on 1st May, 1991, and worked at various places, promoted as Senior Civil Judge in 2003 and as District Judge, Fast Track Court during 2010 and Regular District Judge in 2013. Worked as District Judge at Mahabubnagar, Ranga Reddy, City Civil Courts and Metropolitan Sessions Judge Court, Nampally, Hyderabad, Chairman Industrial Tribunal, Godavarikani, and before elevation he was also working as Principal Special Judge for ACB Cases, Hyderabad. He is interested in music, electronics and reading books. Appointed as Judge of the High Court for the State of Telangana, Hyderabad and assumed charge on 24-03-2022.
JUSTICE CHADA VIJAYA BHASKAR REDDY
Honourable Sri Justice Chada Vijaya Bhaskar Reddy (better known as C.V.Bhaskar Reddy), born on 28.06.1968 in an agricultural family in Dubbak, erstwhile Medak District. His Lordship did schooling from Primary School, Dubbak, and Zilla Parishad High School, Dubbak, Intermediate from G. Pulla Reddy Junior College, Graduation in Science from Science College, Hyderabad, and Law Degree from Padala Rami Reddy Law College, Osmania University, Hyderabad. His Lordship enrolled as an Advocate on 31.12.1992 in the composite Bar Council of Andhra Pradesh and joined as a Junior in the office of Sri Justice V.V.S. Rao, the then Senior Advocate of the High Court of Andhra Pradesh, and continued up to the year 1999. His Lordship was the Standing Counsel for National Institute of Rural Development (NIRD), Andhra Pradesh Small Scale Industries Development Corporation, Greater Warangal Municipal Corporation and was the Additional Standing Counsel for Central Government. His Lordship was the Government Pleader for Revenue (General) and Assignment, State of Telangana, from 28.08.2014 till his elevation as a Judge of the High Court of Telangana on 04.08.2022. Married to Smt. Vinoda Reddy and blessed with a son Mr. Abhilash Reddy and a daughter Ms. Akshitha Reddy.
Chief Justice Indrajit Mahanty
Date of Birth : 11.11.1960
Educational Qualification : B.A., LL.B., LL.M.
Enrolment as Advocate : 1984
Elevation as High Court Judge : 31.03.2006
Chief Justice, Rajasthan High Court : 06.10.2019 to 12.10.2021(F/N)
Chief Justice, High Court of Tripura : 12.10.2021(A/N)
Born on 11th November, 1960 at Cuttack in the State of Orissa to late Ranjit Mahanty, Barrister at Law and advocate Smt. Shakuntala Mahanty.
Studied upto +2 at Mount Hermon School, Darjeeling (West Bengal), thereafter obtained B.Com (Hons.) from Ravenshaw College, Cuttack (Orissa), LL.B. at Campus Law Center, Delhi University, and thereafter LL.M. from the University of Cambridge (England).
Enrolled as an advocate with Orissa State Council in 1984, and began legal practice under his father late Br. Ranjit Mahanty till his demise in the year 1989. Thereafter started independent practice in the field of Commercial Law, Arbitration, Taxation, Civil and Criminal, Writs & Service Law before the Civil Court, Orissa High Court and the Supreme Court of India, as well as, conducted few arbitration proceedings at London.
Elected to the Orissa State Bar Council of India from 1989 to 2006 and elected to represent Orissa State in the Bar council of India between 1998 to 2003. Elected as the Managing Trustee of Bar Council of India Trust in the year 2003. Member of Board of Governors, National Law School of India University (Bangalore) from 2000 to 2003, and NALSAR (Hyderabad) from 2000 to 2002, Mount Hermon School, Darjeeling between 1997 and 1999 and Lawrence School (Lovedale) Ooty from 2002 till 2006. Life member of Orissa High Court Bar Association as well as member of the Supreme Court Bar Association.
Elevated as Judge of the Orissa High Court on 31st March, 2006. Took oath as a Judge of the Bombay High Court on 14th November, 2018.
Took oath as Chief Justice of Rajasthan High Court on 06-10-2019 and demitted the office of the Chief Justice of Rajasthan High Court on 12-10-2021(F/N).
Transferred to High Court of Tripura and took oath as the Chief Justice of High Court of Tripura on 12-10-2021 (A/N).
Justice S. Talapatra
Born on October 4, 1961 at Udaipur, Tripura. Did his graduations in Arts and Law from University of Calcutta. Was enrolled with the Bar Council of Assam, Nagaland, Meghalaya, Manipur, Tripura, Mizoram and Arunachal Pradesh on September 12, 1990. Practiced mainly at Agartala Bench of Gauhati High Court and appeared in catena of constitutional, civil and criminal matters. Was designated as Senior Advocate on December 21, 2004.
Was sworn in as an Additional Judge of Gauhati High Court on November 15, 2011.
His Lordship took oath as Permanent Judge of High Court of Tripura on 13.09.2013.
His Lordship officiated as the Acting Chief Justice of the High Court of Tripura w.e.f. 02-11-2018 to 13-11-2018.
His Lordship officiated as the Acting Chief Justice of the High Court of Tripura w.e.f. 11-11-2019.to 15-11-2019.
Justice T. Amarnath Goud
Honourable Sri Justice T.Amarnath Goud was born on 01-03-1965 at Secunderabad to Sri T.Krishna and Smt.Savitri. Had School education in St.Patricks High School, Secunderabad, Intermediate in Wesley boys Junior College, Secunderabad, B.Sc., Degree from Arts and Science College, Secunderabad, (Osmania University, Hyderabad) and LL.B., from Shivaji Law College, Maratwada University, Maharastra. Enrolled as Advocate on 22-09-1990 in the Bar Council of A.P. Joined the Chambers of Honourable Sri Justice V.Eswaraiah (then was Advocate). Actively practiced in Civil, Criminal, Constitutional and all other branches of Law and also Standing Counsel for Nalgonda District Co-operative Central Bank Limited. Honourable High Court has appointed him as Arbitrator, Amicus Curie and Advocate Commissioner in several cases and also Panel Lawyer for A.P. High Court Legal Services Committee. Was Honourary President of Human Rights Protection Organisation, Hyderabad. Served A.P. High Court Advocates Bar Association, Hyderabad as Vice President, Joint Secretary, Treasurer and also as Executive Committee Member. Was a Lion for the last 21 years in Lions Clubs International (Lions Club of Secunderabad Millennuium Disc 320C) and Trustee of Heart and Eye Foundation, Trustee of Lions Bhavan, Hyderabad. Served as Region Chairperson, Zonal Chairperson and District Chairperson in Lions Clubs International. Belongs to the family of Philanthropist. Grand father Sri T.Anjaiah Goud (owner of Paradise Theatre, Secunderabad) donated land for burial ground at Kavadiguda, Hyderabad and also statue of Mahatma Gandhi at M.G.Road, Secunderabad, which was unveiled by the then Honourable Prime Minister of India Sri Pandit Jawaharlal Nehru in the year 1951. Elevated as Judge of High Court of Judicature at Hyderabad for the State of Telangana and the State of Andhra Pradesh on 21-09-2017. During his tenure of 4 years in Telangana High Court, His Lordship disposed off 87,957 cases.The total pendency of Telangana High Court is aroubd 2,36,000 cases. His Lordship took oath as the Judge, High Court of Tripura on 28-10-2021.
Justice Arindam Lodh
Date of Birth : 25.03.1963
Educational Qualification : B.Sc., LL.B.
Date of Enrolment : 08.12.1988
Date of Elevation : 07.05.2018
Area of Specialization : Constitutional, Civil, Criminal, Taxation, Labour, Service and Intellectual Property matters.
His Lordship practised before the Agartala Bench of the Hon’ble Gauhati High Court till the formation of the High Court of Tripura in the year 2013 and after that under the High Court of Tripura, Agartala till His Lordship’s elevation.
His Lordship has worked as CGC and Railway Advocate for Agartala Bench of the Gauhati High Court. Was appointed as the Standing counsel for the Indian Railways (N.F. Railway), Indian Oil Corporation Ltd., Regional Provident Fund Commissioner for the Tripura Region, Govt. of India., Prasar Bharati, Ministry of Broadcasting, Govt. of India, Khadi & Village Industries Commission, Tripura Region, Govt. of India and was the panel counsel for the Union Public Service Commission, New Delhi for Tripura region.
His Lordship was also appointed as Asst. SG, Govt. of India in the year 2009 for the Agartala Bench of the Gauhati High Court and senior panel counsel, Govt. of India.
His Lordship took oath as the Judge, High Court of Tripura on 07.05.2018.
Justice S.G. Chattopadhyay
Born on 1st January, 1961. Graduated in Law from the University College of Law, Calcutta in January, 1988. Enrolled as an Advocate on 8th December, 1988 and started practising law. Joined Tripura Judicial Service on 18th July, 1991 as a Munsiff Magistrate. Worked as Judge, Family Court, Member Secretary, Tripura State Legal Services Authority, District and Sessions Judge, Registrar (Vigilance) and Registrar General of the High Court. Was nominated by the National Legal Services Authority to be a part of the delegation visiting Malawi in South Eastern Africa in November, 2012. Appointed as a Judge of the High Court of Tripura on 4th March, 2020 and took oath as Judge of the High Court on 6th March, 2020.
Chief Justice Dr. Justice Ravi Ranjan
Hon'ble The Chief Justice Dr. Ravi Ranjan
High Court of Jharkhand, Ranchi
Hon’ble Mr. Justice Dr. Ravi Ranjan was born on 20th December, 1960 at Patna. His Lordship did his M.Sc. in Geology from Patna University, and LL.B from Patna Law College, Patna University in 1989. He was awarded Ph.D. in Science (Geology) by the Patna University. After completion of M.Sc., he was engaged by the Civil Engineering Department of the Bihar College of Engineering, Patna University as a Part-time Lecturer. On completion of LL.B., he joined Patna High Court Bar on 4th of December, 1990 and has conducted Constitutional, Civil, Revenue, Criminal and Service matters mainly. He was engaged by Union of India as its Additional Standing Counsel in the Patna High Court in the month of October, 1997 and worked as such till 25th June 2004. On 26th June, 2004 he was appointed by Union of India as its Senior Standing Counsel and in the month of February 2005 the Union of India re-designated him as Assistant Solicitor General of India. He was also engaged by the Union Public Service Commission as its Nodal Counsel and the Indian Audit and Accounts Department of the Govt. of India as its Standing Counsel in the Patna High Court. That apart, he was also engaged by the Reliance Group of Industries as its Retainer Counsel and the Allahabad Bank and the Bank of Baroda as their counsel. He presented papers on ‘Trafficking in Women in India’ and ‘The Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 - A Portal of Hope’ in Conferences held by West Bengal Commission for Women and National Commission for Women respectively both held at Kolkata. His Lordship was elevated as an Additional Judge of Patna High Court on 14th July, 2008 and appointed as permanent Judge on 16th January, 2010. As a Judge he has decided Civil Matters (Revision, Appeals, Letters Patent Appeal etc.), Writ Petitions related to Constitutional, Service, Revenue, Contract matter, other miscellaneous matters and Letters Patent Appeals arising out of writ petitions and appeals decided by Single Bench, Criminal Matters: Bail, Criminal Appeals (Division Bench), Taxation Matters (Miscellaneous Appeals), Matrimonial Matters and has also taken up several Public Interest Litigations. His Lordship had been nominated as:
Executive Chairman, Bihar State Legal Services Authority
Executive Chairman, Bihar Judicial Academy
Portfolio Judge, Patna High Court and headed several committees of Patna High Court including E-Committee for computerization in High Court as well as Civil Courts,Infrastructural Development of Court Complex of the Subordinate Court including High Court Building and Staff Quarters.
His Lordship has been appointed as Acting Chief Justice of Patna High Court w.e.f. 9.8.2018 to 11.8.2018 and 2.11.2018 to 16.11.2018.
He has participated in various National and Regional Conferences related to Computerization and Legal Services Authority.
Participated and presented paper on the subject “Separation of Power” in International Conference held in the month of May, 2014 at London.
He has been Member of General Council of National Law School of India University, Bangalore.
He has been nominated Member of Mahanadi Water Disputes Tribunal.
Elevated as The Chief Justice of High Court of Jharkhand on 17th day of November, 2019.
He has been nominated by Hon'ble the Chief Justice of India as Member of the Artificial Intelligence Committee constituted for the purpose of introducing, conceptualization, implementing and monitoring use of Artificial Intelligence in Courts in India.
Justice Aparesh Kumar Singh
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Aparesh Kumar Singh
Jharkhand High Court, Ranchi
Mr. Justice Aparesh Kumar Singh born on 7th July, 1965. is the eldest son of Dr. Ram Gopal Singh and Dr.Shradha Singh. He belongs to a family associated with Judiciary. His Maternal Great Grandfather, Late Sri B.P. Sinha was the 6th Chief Justice of India. His Maternal Grandfather Hon'ble Late Sri Shambhu Prasad Singh was the former Acting Chief Justice of Patna High Court. One of his maternal uncle Hon'ble Sri Bisheshwar Prasad Singh, has been former Judge of the Supreme Court of India. His Maternal Uncle, Hon'ble Mr. Justice Shiva Kirti Singh, is a sitting Judge of the Supreme Court of India.
He passed B.A. Honours, and he obtained his L.L.B Degree from University of Delhi he was enrolled as an advocate in the year 1990 and practiced at Patna High Court from 1990 to 2000 and in Jharkhand High Court since, 2001 till his elevation as a Judge.
Appeared in Constitutional, civil, criminal, service, arbitration, labour and other matters in the High Court of which a number of cases have been reported in various law Journals.
Appeared in several important service matters before Cental Administrative Tribunal Represented Hon'ble the Chancellor, Jharkhand State University, before Jharkhand High Court in important matters relating to appointment of lecturers of Jharkhand reported in (2003)4 J.C.R. Page 1 (Jhr.)
Had appeared in the case of Mineral Area Development Authority Vrs. Steel Authority of India Ltd. Reported in (2011)4 SCC 450 before the Bench presided over by Hon'ble the Chief Justice of India wherein the matter relating to interpretation of True Nature of Royalty and the decisions rendered by the Hon'ble Supreme Court of India in State of West Bengal Vrs. Kesoram industries Ltd. Reported in (2004) 10 SCC 201 and the law laid down in the seven-Judge Bench decision in India Cement Ltd. Vrs. State of Tamil Nadu, reported in (1990) 1 SCC 12, has been referred to be placed before a large bench of nine-Judge on the enumerated, points of law.
Appeared in P.I.L. on eradication of Leprosy in Jharkhand, which led to significant improvement in prevalence of Leprosy in Jharkhand and also towards improvement of general health care facilities.
Represented Mineral Area Development Authority, Dhanbad as retained counsel.
Represented Sidhu Kanhu University, Dumka and other bodies.
Appointed as amicus curie in a number of cases by the Jharkhand High Court.
Member of Jharkhand State Legal Services Authority since, 2004 and having actively participated in legal awareness camp Lok adalat, attended several important seminars, conferences and workshops on various subjects.
Has the distinction to deliver papers and speeches at important conferences and workshops.
Has the distinction of preparation of status report on the subordinate judiciary in the Jharkhand published by Judicial Academy, Jharkhand in 2006.
Has been elevated as and Additional Judge of the Jharkhand High Court and taken oath of office on 24th January, 2012.
Justice S. Chandrashekhar
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Shree Chandrashekhar
Jharkhand High Court, Ranchi
Born on 25th May, 1965. He completed his LL.B. course from Campus Law Centre, University of Delhi in the year 1993 and was enrolled as an Advocate with the Delhi State Bar Council on 09.12.1993. He started his practice at Delhi on both Criminal and Civil sides. In about 19 years of practice as an Advocate in different Courts, he conducted about 3500 cases, mostly in the Supreme Court of India. There are about 140 reported judgements of Supreme Court in which he appeared as a counsel. He was standing Counsel for All India Council for Technical Education and the State of Jharkhand in the Supreme Court. He represented Bihar State Housing Board, Bihar State Pollution Control Board, Jharkhand State Electricity Board, Indian Council of Agricultural Research and various other Corporations/Institutes besides, being the retained counsel for private companies.
He was appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Jharkhand, Ranchi on 17.01.2013 and, as permanent Judge of the High Court of Jharkhand, Ranchi on 27.06.2014.
Justice Sujit Narayan Prasad
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Sujit Narayan Prasad
High Court of Jharkhand, Ranchi
Mr. Justice Sujit Narayan Prasad born on 20th June 1967. He Passed M.A. and also did LLB.
He has been elevated as Additional Judge of High Court of Jharkhand and took oath on 26.09.2014.
Transferred from Jharkhand High Court and joined as Judge Orissa High Court on 12-03-2015.
His Lordship has been nominated in Orissa High Court as a Member of Judicial Academy & Training, Computer Committee, e-Committee, Juvenile Justice Committee, Building Committee (High Court and Lower Court), Transfer Committee, Vehicle Committee, Research Assistant Appointment Committee, Family Court Counsellor Appointment Committee, Class -IV Appointment Committee, Chairman, High Power Committee Utkal Univeristy (Law faculty).
On being repatriate from Orissa High Court, he took oath as Judge of the High Court of Jharkhand on 22nd November, 2018.
Justice Rongon Mukhopadhyay
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Rongon Mukhopadhyay
High Court of Jharkhand, Ranchi
Mr. Justice Rongon Mukhopadhyay born on 29th of December, 1967.
He Passed B. Com.(Hons.) and also did LLB.
He has been elevated as Additional Judge of High Court of Jharkhand and took oath on 26.09.2014
and, as permanent Judge of the High Court of Jharkhand, Ranchi on 24.09.2016.
Justice Ratnaker Bhengra
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Ratnaker Bhengra.
Jharkhand High Court, Ranchi.
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Ratnaker Bhengra:- Born on 5.10.1962. Did schooling from Mount Hermon School, Darjeeling. Graduated in Geography from Kirori Mal College and did his LL.B. from Delhi University. Did M. Phill from Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU), New Delhi, in Public International Law.
Joined the legal profession in 1988. Started practice at Tis Hazari Court in Delhi. Subsequently, from 1992 practised in Ranchi Bench of Patna High Court. Served as a Govt. Pleader and dealt with matters concerning service disputes. Also empanelled as Railway Advocate for cases in the Central Administrative Tribunal and Railway Claims Tribunal. Also represented Jharkhand Public Service Commission in High Court.
Justice Ananda Sen
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Ananda Sen
High Court of Jharkhand, Ranchi
Born on 15th August 1969, is the only son of late Shyamal Kumar Sen and Smt. Padma Sen. His father and grand father were renowned lawyers practising in the district of undivided Singhbhum, within the State of Bihar, later on Jharkhand.
He has done his schooling from Assembly of God Church School at Kolkata and thereafter graduated from Kolkata University in B.Com (Hons.)
He Studied LL.B from Chhotanagpur Law College, Ranchi (Ranchi University)
After obtaining his law degree, he joined the profession under his father in February, 1996 and started practising at the District Court of Chaibasa and Seraikella-Kharsawan. He shifted to Ranchi in October, 1997 and started practising in the High Court of Jharkhand under the abled guidance of Late M.M. Banerjee, who was also the first Advocate General of the State of Jharkhand.
He started his independent practice from October 2003 and continued the same till his elevation as an Additional Judge, Jharkhand High Court, Ranchi.
He practised in constitutional, civil, criminal, labour and service matters etc. and was the retainer and panel lawyer of many Institutions, Organizations and Public Sector undertakings, like
Hon'ble Jharkhand High Court, Ranchi.
DAV College Managing Committee, New Delhi.
Indian Institute of Management, Ranchi.
Steel Authority of India Limited and its all subsidiaries.
Coal India Limited and its all subsidiaries like BCCL, ECL,CCL etc.
HINDALCO Industries Limited and many others.
He was elevated as an Additional Judge of High Court of Jharkhand, Ranchi w.e.f. 08th April, 2016 and, as permanent Judge of the High Court of Jharkhand, Ranchi on 09.01.2018.
Justice Dr. S.N. Pathak
HON'BLE MR. JUSTICE DR. S. N. PATHAK
Jharkhand High Court, Ranchi
His Lordship Hon'ble Mr. Justice Dr. S.N. Pathak born on 15.01.1963. After graduating in History (Hons.) from Bihar National College, Patna University, His Lordship pursued M.A. Degree (History) in the year 1985 and LL.B. in the year 1988 from Patna Law College. His Lordship was awarded Ph.D. from the same University. His Lordship was enrolled as an Advocate on 26.08.1988 with Bihar State Bar Council and practiced at the High Court of Patna. His Lordship practiced in Civil, Criminal, Revenue and Constitutional matters. His Lordship was also part time Lecturer in R.P.S. Law College, Patna. After bifurcation of the State of Bihar, His Lordship shifted practice to Jharkhand High Court at Ranchi and conducted cases of all types with specialisation in service matter and Constitutional cases. His Lordship had expertise in Police matter and had conducted several cases and appeared on behalf of Director General of Police, Jharkhand and for several highly designated Police Personnels. His Lordship had the privilege of arguing two “Full Bench” cases which got affirmed from the Hon'ble Apex Court. His Lordship was appointed as Special Counsel to conduct the Summary Trial in famous case of 'B.V. Rao, Judicial Member Vs. Nirmala Choudhary', in which Mrs. Nirmala Choudhary was convicted by the Court. His Lordship was Secretary General of Bar Association, Jharkhand High Court for six long years. His Lordship was also nominated as the President of Advocates' Association, Central Administrative Tribunal, Circuit Bench at Ranchi. His Lordship was appointed as Additional Standing Counsel of Central Government in Central Administrative Tribunal, Ranchi. His Lordship was Counsel for South Eastern Railway for 15 long years. In the year 2016, His Lordship was appointed as Senior Counsel of South Eastern Railway for appearing before the Hon'ble High Court and Central Administrative Tribunal. His Lordship was also Senior Counsel for JPSC. His Lordship had also privilege of representing BCCL, BSRTC, Jharkhand Khadi Board, KVIC and was also engaged as a Counsel for Nilambar-Pitambar University. His Lordship was also appointed as an Executive Member of JHALSA and Legal Aid Committee of Jharkhand High Court and also panel lawyer of Middle Income Group Legal Aid Society, Jharkhand High Court. His Lordship had privilege to argue several Public Interest Litigations of which leading cases were 'Saranda Forest' matter regarding illegal mining and preservation of flora and fauna of Saranda Forest. His Lordship appeared and argued 'Punasi Dam' matter which was pending since 32 years, related to water and irrigation facility of entire Santhal Paragana Region. His Lordship had also privilege to argue the case pertaining to Sikh Riots of 1984 and got awarded compensation to all the victims of 1984 riots i.e. after 32 years. His Lordship also represented the Sikh Victims in “One Man Commission” headed by Hon'ble Mr. Justice D.P. Singh by the Order of the Hon'ble Jharkhand High Court vide W.P.(PIL) No. 5251 of 2013. His Lordship had the privilege to appear for several Parliamentarians and Cabinet Ministers of the State Government of Jharkhand. His Lordship was designated as Senior Advocate in the year 2010 and elevated to Bench on 30.09.2016 and took oath as a Judge of High Court of Jharkhand on 19.09.2018.
Justice Rajesh Shankar
HON'BLE MR.JUSTICE RAJESH SHANKAR
Jharkhand High Court, Ranchi
Born on 16th December 1970
Eldest son of Late Lakshmi Narayan Singh, who was an Officer of the Bihar Finance Service. Belonged originally to village “Singhdih” of district Giridih.
Studied in St. John's High School, Ranchi and happened to be topper in Board Examination in school as well as of district Ranchi in the year 1985.
Graduated from Hindu College, University of Delhi.
Obtained L.L.B. from Campus Law Centre, Faculty of Law, Delhi University.
Started practicing as an Advocate in Ranchi Bench of the Hon'ble Patna High Court in the year 1995 and continued practice before the Hon'ble High Court of Jharkhand.
Remained as Standing Counsel of Chancellor of Universities-cum-His Excellency, the Governor of Jharkhand,
High Court of Jharkhand, Jharkhand Public Service Commission, Jharkhand State Electricity Board, Council of Scientific & Industrial Research and many other organizations. Engaged as Standing Counsel and subsequently functioned as the “Government Advocate” of Government of Jharkhand till the date of elevation to the Bench.
Appointed as Additional Judge of the High Court of Jharkhand on 30th September, 2016 and took oath as a Judge of High Court of Jharkhand on 19.09.2018.
Justice Anil Kumar Choudhary
HON'BLE MR.JUSTICE ANIL KUMAR CHOUDHARY
High Court of Jharkhand, Ranchi
Born on 18.06.1965 at Rourkela in Odisha. Passed matriculation in First Class from Board of Secondary education. Passed B.Sc. with distinction from Government College, Rourkela. Passed LL.B in 1988 from Rourkela Law College. Passed M.A.(History) with first class. Joined the Chambers of Harish Ray a leading practitioner of Rourkela. Also was appearing in Orissa High Court. Life member of High Court Bar Association, Orissa. Was the panel advocate for Life insurance Corporation of India, Bank of India, Indian overseas Bank and Bank of Baroda. Joined the Superior Judicial service and was posted as Addditional District Judge at Tenughat and Rajmahal. Additional Judicial Commissioner No. 1, Ranchi and also the Special Judge, CBI (AHD SCAM CASES). Presiding officer Labour Court, Hazaribag. Principal Judge, Family Court, Jamshedpur. Principal District Judge Godda and Bokaro. Registrar Establishment and Registrar General.
He was elevated as an Additional Judge of High Court of Jharkhand, Ranchi w.e.f. 20th May, 2017 and, took oath as Judge of the High Court of Jharkhand, Ranchi on 26th April, 2019.
Justice Rajesh Kumar
Justice Anubha Rawat Choudhary
Hon'ble Smt. Justice Anubha Rawat Choudhary
High Court of Jharkhand, Ranchi
Her ladyship was born on 25th Day of June, 1970. After schooling from Guru Nanak School, Ranchi, her Ladyship pursued Bachelor of Science (Physics Honours Course) from Miranda House, Delhi University. She pursued L.L.B. degree (1992-95) from Campus Law Centre, Delhi University.
During her practice as an Advocate from 29th Day of November, 1995, she was leading cases in Civil side and from 1997 onwards, she focused on Taxation matters of which a number of cases have been reported in various law Journals. Considering her experience in the field of taxation, the State of Jharkhand, by way of special engagement, nominated her to represent the State in W.P.(T) No. 408 of 2013 with analogous cases challenging the provisions of Jharkhand Entertainment Tax Act, 2012. She has also represented Union of India in various tax matters after being appointed on 03th Day of March, 2015 as Central Government Counsel for appearing in Jharkhand High Court. She was in the panel of NBCC India Limited, a Government of India Enterprise and appeared for the company for tax matters. She was empanelled on 14th March, 2002 as an Advocate to represent Jharkhand High Court in various cases. Her ladyship was also a panel lawyer of Oriental Bank of Commerce, Bank of Baroda, Central Bank of India, Union Bank and Allahabad Bank for a long time.
Her Ladyship was nominated as a Lady member of Jharkhand State Legal Services Authority. Her ladyship has participated in a project of Access to Justice by Poor and Disadvantaged people and has been appointed as Amicus in many PIL(s) on bonded labour and condition of toilets in educational institution/ college/ hostel. Her ladyship was also appointed as a member of Independent Committee to inquire into the complaint made by a student of National University of Study and Research in Law (NUSRL) Ranchi in 2015. Her Ladyship was founder member of Jharkhand High Court Middle Income Group Legal Aid Society.
Her Ladyship has been elevated as a Judge of Jharkhand High Court on 06th January, 2018.
Her ladyship has decided a number of first appeals, second appeals, probate case, company petitions, arbitration matters including appointment of arbitrator(s), criminal matters including those related to Prevention of Corruption Act etc.
From June, 2020, her Ladyship is sitting in Division Bench dealing matters related to taxation as well as Commercial Appellate Division, matters arising from Central Administrative Tribunal etc.
The judgments of her ladyship have been reported in various law Journals.
Her Ladyship has attended the National Conference on Commercial Disputes (March 2018) and various National Judicial Conference for High Court Justices on the Regime of Goods and Service Tax at National Judicial Academy, Bhopal. Her Ladyship is also scheduled to attend the Webinar on this subject on 16th and 17th February, 2021.
She delivered a lecture in a webinar on the topic “grounds for setting aside Domestic Arbitral Award – from 1940 till date” organised by Jharkhand Legal Literacy Forum on 09.08.2020. She was a speaker at “The Rule of Law and Access to Justice in the Age of Uncertainty” on 17.06.2020.
Her ladyship is a member of Juvenile Justice Board formed by the Hon’ble Supreme Court and has done far reaching work in this field by visiting ‘Observation Homes’, Children Home, etc even in COVID -19 situation.
Justice Kailash Prasad Deo
Justice Sanjay Kumar Dwivedi
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Sanjay Kumar Dwivedi
Jharkhand High Court, Ranchi;
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Sanjay Kumar Dwivedi was born to Late Sushil Kumar Dwivedi and Smt. Manorma Dwivedi on 3rd November, 1965 in Bihar.
His Lordship graduated in B.A. (Hons) in1985. In1993,L.L.B Degree was conferred on him by Ranchi University.
Enrolled as an advocate on December 14, 1993, his Lordship practiced at Patna High Court, Ranchi Bench and later in Jharkhand High Court w.e.f November 15, 2000.
Conducted Constitutional, Civil, Criminal, Service, Arbitration and other matters in the High Court of Jharkhand. Worked as a Standing Counsel of Jharkhand State Pollution Control Board, Ranchi and Nagar Panchayat, Gumla in Jharkhand. Engaged by the Reliance Group of Industries, Dabur India Limited, Godrej and Unitech.
His Lordship took oath as an Additional Judge of The High Court of Jharkhand on February 18, 2019 and as a Permanent Judge on September 15, 2020.
Justice Deepak Roshan
Hon'ble Mr. Justice Deepak Roshan
Jharkhand High Court, Ranchi;
Mr. Justice Deepak Roshan was born on 12.12.1967 at Ranchi. Coming from a family of legal luminaries, his maternal grandfather, Late Bahagwati Kr. Sinha was Principal of Patna Law College, Chotanagpur Law College, Ranchi and also a member of Bihar State Law Commission. His father Late Keshav Nandan Prasad, was a Senior Advocate of High Court of Jharkhand and an expert in Corporate and Labour Laws.
Mr. Deepak Roshan J, after schooling from Ranchi, did his graduation from University of Delhi and LL.B from the prestigious Sir L. A. Shah Law College, Ahmadabad, Gujarat University and then he joined the bar in the Ranchi Bench of Patna High Court on 14.09.1995.
He had a distinguished career as an advocate so far as he was the Central Government Counsel from August’ 2004 till August’ 2009. He was Senior Standing Counsel of the Income Tax Department in the Jharkhand High Court, since February’2009 and was also the Senior Standing Counsel, Customs, Central Excise & Service Tax Department in the High Court of Jharkhand, since November’2011 till the time of his elevation.
Apart from his professional dominance in the field of taxation and other Commercial Laws, he represented many other institutions and organizations, such as Coal Mines Provident Fund Organization, Ministry of Coal, Government of India, from November’2005 till 2010, Coal Mines Labour Welfare Organization, Ministry of Coal, Government of India from 2007 till 2014, and worked as an empanelled Counsel for Bihar Intermediate Education Council, NHAI & Jharkhand Academic Council and also PSBs i.e. Punjab National Bank, Bank of India & IDBI. He was also the retained counsel for Bihar State Co-operative Milk Producers’ Federation, Patna from 2001 till 2007.
He has been appointed as an Additional Judge of the High Court of Jharkhand on 11.02.2019, and took oath as permanent Judge of High Court of Jharkhand on 15.09.2020.
Justice Subhash Chand
Justice Gautam Kumar Choudhary
Justice Ambuj Nath
Justice Navneet Kumar
Justice Sanjay Prasad