Justice Akil Kureshi honored with the SGS Ethics Award for his dedication to upholding India’s essence in the legal profession. His commitment to integrity and ethical conduct in the judiciary was recognized. He emphasized the importance of unity in diversity and advocated for reforms in the Collegium system, while expressing concern over human rights violations.
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The recent job posting favoring National Law University (NLU) graduates sparked controversy, raising questions about the significance of the NLU label in legal careers. Many argue that recruitment decisions should prioritize factors such as culture fit, experience, and soft skills over educational background alone. Concerns about the accessibility of NLUs have also been raised. Despite NLU prominence, many argue that excellence should not be assumed based solely on the alma mater.__JETPACK_AI_ERROR__
Chief Justice of India, DY Chandrachud, criticized the limited representation of women in Bar Councils and Associations, describing it as an entrenched “old boys club”. He called for a more supportive environment for women to participate and succeed in elections, stressing the shared responsibility of all stakeholders and encouraging women advocates to contest elections and take on positions of responsibility.
Today (28th March): The Madras High Court expressed grave concern over advocates aiding clients in forcefully acquiring properties, deeming it damaging to the legal profession’s reputation. Justice Venkatesh summoned the involved advocates, police inspector, and property purchaser to address a complaint, emphasizing the need for stricter measures to combat such conduct and asserting the court’s authority.
Supreme Court Judge Hima Kohli, a trailblazer in the legal profession, encouraged aspiring lawyers, especially women, not to be discouraged by the male-dominated landscape of the 1980s. She shared her journey at an event, highlighting the importance of perseverance and urged students to be attentive learners. She emphasized that success in law is about positively impacting people’s lives.
