The Supreme Court cautioned lawyers against assuming that filing an adjournment slip automatically postpones proceedings. Stressing that only the Bench decides adjournments, the Court directed advocates to remain fully prepared to argue unless an adjournment is expressly granted by the Court.
Observing that financial hardship is forcing many young advocates to leave litigation, the Supreme Court called for the creation of a Young Lawyers’ Professional Assistance Fund across all States and Union Territories. The Court said a dedicated fund could help overcome economic barriers and prevent brain drain in the legal profession.
