Dhirajlal Rambhia
(SEO Sai Gr. Hosp.)
(177958 Points)
Replied 17 July 2017
An advocate may, with his consent, be designated as a Senior Advocate if the Supreme Court or a High Court is of opinion that by virtue of his ability and standing at the Bar or special knowledge or experience in law, he is deserving of such distinction. [Section 16 (2) of the Advocates Act, 1961].
It is interesting to note that only Supreme Court and the High Court have the power to designate in this respect. Thus District Courts cannot designate an advocate as a Senior Advocate.