Dushyant Dave Quits Legal Profession After 48 Glorious Years
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Senior Advocate Dushyant Dave retires after a 48-year-long legal journey, saying it’s time for younger lawyers to take charge. He plans to work for society and spend time with family.
Senior Advocate Dushyant Dave, one of India’s most respected legal minds, has announced that he is stepping away from the legal profession after dedicating 48 years of his life to the Bar.
Dave, who recently celebrated his 70th birthday, made this heartfelt announcement through a WhatsApp message shared with his colleagues and friends in the legal fraternity.
“After having spent 48 glorious years at the Bar and having just celebrated 70th wonderful birthday, I have decided to quit the profession of law,”
Dave wrote in his message.
“Goodbye to all friends at the Bar and on the Bench,”
it added.
Confirming the development to media, Dave clarified that there was no specific reason behind his decision to retire, except his desire to make way for younger lawyers.
“No trigger. I am 70 now. Let young people come and do it. No I will not come back even if there is any important case. I have been thinking of hanging up my boots and spending time with my grand kids,”
he said.
Looking ahead, Dave revealed that he plans to dedicate his time and energy to serving society and enjoying the things he loves.
“I intend to work for the society at large in my own small way in coming times and enjoy my passions of reading, socialising, traveling, golfing and most importantly spending time with my wife Ami, who has stood like rock in my journey.”
A particularly meaningful plan he mentioned was to help develop rural areas in Gujarat, stating,
“I want to adopt a taluk in Sankheda and contribute by agriculture, housing etc.”
He further said,
“I won’t be shifting but shuttle between Delhi and Baroda.”
Dave’s departure marks the end of a remarkable era in Indian legal history. Born in 1954, he began his law practice in 1977 after enrolling at the Bar.
He initially started his career in Ahmedabad, where he handled a range of civil and constitutional cases. In the 1990s, he moved to Delhi and over the years built a stellar reputation, especially in the Supreme Court of India.
In 1994, Dave was designated as a Senior Advocate by the Supreme Court. He went on to appear in some of the most important constitutional, civil, and public interest litigations in Indian legal history.
He also gained a strong reputation in arbitration matters. Dave’s commitment to justice and fearless advocacy earned him wide respect across the legal spectrum.
Throughout his career, he was never afraid to speak his mind — whether it was about issues concerning the legal profession, the judiciary, or matters of public interest.
He was also elected President of the Supreme Court Bar Association three times — in 2014, 2019, and 2020 — a rare honour that reflects the respect and trust he commanded among his peers.
Dave reflected on his long legal journey with gratitude, saying,
“More important, the clients have placed full faith in me at all levels in my career and I have tried to give the best to each of them, pro-bono or otherwise. Most of all, I have enjoyed this journey immensely and do believe I have contributed to some extent in quest for justice for all those who needed it so badly.”
He ended his message by acknowledging the support he received over the years from colleagues, clients, and his staff. Dave said he is leaving the legal profession with a deep sense of satisfaction and optimism for the future.
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He expressed hope that the next generation of lawyers and judges will stay committed to the principles of justice and the rule of law.
He said he is leaving the legal profession and the system of justice “with a sense of pride” and hopes that the younger generation
“will strongly work towards upholding the ‘much challenged’ rule of law.”
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