Section 6 of The High Court at Bombay (Extension of Jurisdiction to Goa, Daman and Diu) Act, 1981
Special provisions relating to advocates.
Subject to any rule made or direction given by the High Court at Bombay in this behalf, any person who, immediately before the appointed day, is an advocate entitled to practise in the Court of the Judicial Commissioner shall be entitled to practise as an advocate in the High Court at Bombay.
Summary
- Lawyers who were allowed to practice in the old Court of the Judicial Commissioner can now practice in the Bombay High Court.
- This right applies to anyone who was an authorized advocate immediately before the appointed day.
- This right is subject to any rules or directions made by the High Court at Bombay.
- It ensures that advocates in Goa, Daman and Diu do not lose their livelihood when the court system changes.
Practical examples
FAQ
1. Who is entitled to practice in the Bombay High Court under Section 6?
Any person who was an advocate entitled to practice in the Court of the Judicial Commissioner immediately before the appointed day.
2. Is this right of advocates absolute?
No, it is subject to any rule made or direction given by the High Court at Bombay.
3. When must the advocate have been entitled to practice in the old court to get this benefit?
Immediately before the appointed day.
Test yourself
Q1.Who is allowed to practice in the Bombay High Court under Section 6?
Q2.The right of advocates to practice under Section 6 is subject to what?
Q3.When must the advocate have had the right to practice in the old court to qualify under Section 6?
Q4.Which court's advocates are given special provisions under Section 6?
Q5.Does Section 6 mention any fee that advocates must pay to transfer their practice?