New Delhi: Delhi high court senior advocate designation has been awarded to 85 lawyers, including 11 women, following a decision taken by the Full Court on July 9, 2026. The designations were approved after a detailed selection process involving hundreds of applicants. The new list reflects the court’s recognition of experienced advocates who have made significant contributions to the legal profession.
Details of Delhi High Court Senior Advocate Designation
The Delhi High Court has officially conferred the prestigious Senior Advocate designation on 85 advocates. The decision was taken during a Full Court meeting held on Thursday evening. Out of the 85 lawyers selected, 11 are women, marking an important step toward greater representation in the legal profession.
How the Selection Process Worked
According to the Delhi High Court, 231 advocates applied for the Senior Advocate designation. The applications were examined and scored by the Committee for Designation of Senior Advocates. After completing its evaluation, the committee forwarded the recommended names to the Full Court, which approved 85 candidates. While 86 applicants met the eligibility criteria, the Full Court finally cleared 85 names.
Committee That Evaluated the Applications
The selection committee included:
- Chief Justice Devendra Kumar Upadhyaya
- Justice V. Kameswar Rao
- Justice Nitin Wasudeo Sambre
- Delhi High Court Bar Association President N. Hariharan
- Additional Solicitor General Chetan Sharma
- Senior Advocate Sanjay Jain
The committee reviewed the applications before submitting its recommendations to the Full Court.
What Is a Senior Advocate
A Senior Advocate is a lawyer who is recognized by a High Court or the Supreme Court for outstanding legal ability, experience, and contribution to the legal profession. The designation is granted under Section 16 of the Advocates Act, 1961. Senior Advocates enjoy a distinguished status but are also required to follow certain professional restrictions prescribed under law.
