Decision Taken During Full Court Meeting

The Gujarat High Court has officially designated four experienced lawyers as Senior Advocates, including one woman advocate, following a decision taken during a full court meeting held on January 8.

This move recognises their long-standing contributions to the legal profession and their expertise in law.

List of Newly Designated Senior Advocates

The advocates who have been conferred the Senior Advocate designation are:

• Amar Niranjan Bhatt

• Apurva Sharad Vakil

• Megha Bhupendra Jani

• Mitul Kirit Shelat

Among them, Megha Bhupendra Jani is the only woman lawyer to receive the honour in this list.

Professional Background of the Advocates

Amar Niranjan Bhatt and Apurva Sharad Vakil enrolled with the Bar in 1988 and 1989, respectively. Megha Bhupendra Jani began her legal practice in 1993, while Mitul Kirit Shelat, who enrolled in 1999, is the youngest among the four.

New Eligibility Criteria for Senior Advocate Designation

The Gujarat High Court has recently introduced a minimum age requirement of 45 years for lawyers seeking Senior Advocate status. This criterion aims to ensure that the designation is awarded to advocates with substantial experience and professional maturity.