Counsel Reprimanded for Attempting to Intimidate Trial Judge; Court States ‘A Judge Is a Judge Wherever Placed’: Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court recently reprimanded an advocate for allegedly trying to intimidate a trial court judge, emphasizing that “a judge is a judge”, irrespective of their position in the judicial hierarchy. Justice Girish Kathpalia noted that some lawyers attempt to overawe judges, particularly in District Courts, when there is no case on merits or when proceedings are progressing efficiently without favoring any party. Background Of The Case The case…