Justice A.Y. Kogje Urges Young Lawyers to Treat High Court as Second Home

Farewell to the Gujarat High Court

Justice A.Y. Kogje addressed a farewell reference at the Gujarat High Court following notification of his appointment as Chief Justice of the Madhya Pradesh High Court. He credited the institution, the Bar and his professional mentors for shaping his career.

Speaking to junior advocates, he encouraged them to regard the High Court as a second home—the place from which they would draw professional strength, reputation and a path for the next generation. He also acknowledged the support of senior lawyers, fellow judges, the Registry, court staff and his family.

Professional journey

Justice Kogje entered legal practice in 1993, later served as an Assistant Government Pleader, Additional Public Prosecutor and special counsel, and joined the Gujarat High Court as an Additional Judge in April 2016. He became a permanent Judge in March 2018. His remarks focused on institutional belonging, courage in advocacy, disciplined work and gratitude to the legal community.