Archive · 28 Dec 2025
CJI Emphasizes Integrity and Patience in Law
The Chief Justice of India, Surya Kant, gave a speech to new lawyers.
He said that law is not a quick way to succeed, but a long journey that needs to be learned carefully.
He told them to be patient, work hard, and always be honest.
He said that the best lawyers are those who are consistent and trustworthy, not those who get famous quickly.
He also said that success in law can mean different things to different people, but it should always include being honest and fair.
CJI Surya Kant advised young lawyers to treat law as a craft to be learned carefully and practiced with integrity.
He emphasized that law is a long, deliberate journey, not a sprint to success.
Young lawyers are expected to adapt, innovate, and uphold principles in a profession facing technological disruption and economic complexity.
Integrity, patience, and perseverance are key qualities for success in the legal profession.
Success in law can mean different things, but it should always include honesty, fairness, and standing by principles.
- Who
- Chief Justice of India Surya Kant
- What
- Delivered a speech on the importance of integrity and patience in the legal profession
- When
- Sunday (specific date not mentioned)
- Where
- Chandigarh, during the first convocation ceremony of Dr B.R. Ambedkar National Law University, Sonipat
- Why
- To advise young lawyers on the values and expectations of the legal profession
- Event
- First convocation ceremony of Dr B.R. Ambedkar National Law University, Sonipat
- Speaker
- Chief Justice of India Surya Kant
- Key Message
- Law is a long, deliberate journey, not a sprint
- Main Focus
- Integrity, patience, and perseverance in the legal profession
- Audience
- Young lawyers and law graduates
- Venue
- Chandigarh
- Date
- Sunday (specific date not mentioned)