In this unforgettable episode of The Legacy Series, we are deeply honoured to host Justice Mukul Mudgal, one of India’s most influential legal minds and reformers. A former Chief Justice of the Punjab and Haryana High Court and retired judge of the Delhi High Court, Justice Mudgal’s contribution to Indian law spans far beyond the courtroom.

From shaping India’s prison reform jurisprudence to redefining sports law and governance globally, Justice Mudgal’s career is a remarkable testament to courage, conscience, and the quiet conviction to do what’s right.

In this wide-ranging, thoughtful conversation, he reflects on:

• His landmark role in cases like Sunil Batra and Prem Shankar Shukla that changed how India treats its undertrials and convicts
• The creation of the "rarest of the rare" doctrine in death penalty law through Bachan Singh
• His fierce commitment to legal aid, pro bono work, and access to justice for the poorest
• Declaring BCCI a public body, and his investigation of the 2013 IPL scandal
• Chairing FIFA’s Governance Committee, and lessons from global sports administration
• His bold take on arbitration reform, junior lawyers’ rights, and why judges must be humane
• The role of fine arts in shaping empathy and judicial sensibility
• His honest views on the life of a judge beyond the gavel: isolation, discipline, and public service

Justice Mudgal doesn’t just talk about the law - he embodies its purpose: to protect the vulnerable and uphold dignity. This episode is a masterclass in public service, legal ethics, and moral clarity, offering an extraordinary lens into Indian legal history.

Watch till the end for his life lessons, favourite books, productivity habits, and what he believes should be every lawyer’s true legacy. Did you know?

Justice Mudgal also brings his unique sense of empathy and social responsibility beyond the courtroom. He supported the Texas Hold ’Em Online Championship on 15th September 2019, with all profits donated to Romil Seva Sanstha, a charitable organisation he personally selected.

It’s one more example of how his commitment to justice extends well beyond the legal system and into everyday acts of giving.

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Join us for an illuminating conversation with Justice Gautam Patel, retired judge of the Bombay High Court, in this powerful second instalment of The Legacy Series.

The Legacy Series, presented in collaboration with Solomon & Co. (one of India's oldest law firms with over 115 years of heritage), aims to preserve the wisdom and contributions of India's legal giants. We are honoured to collaborate with a firm whose values align with our mission to create this historical archive of legal excellence.

Justice Patel's distinguished career spans decades of remarkable contributions to India's legal landscape. Before being appointed as a Judge of the Bombay High Court, he built a formidable reputation as an environmental advocate, championing landmark cases, including the Coastal Road Project and mangrove conservation efforts. His insightful columns in Mumbai Mirror further established him as a voice of legal clarity and reason.

In this enlightening episode, Justice Patel talks about:

→Justice Patel's journey from environmental advocate to High Court Judge

→His groundbreaking work on the Coastal Road Project and mangrove conservation

→ Balancing environmental protection with development needs

→Strengthening India's IP jurisprudence to boost foreign investment

→Navigating cases where religious beliefs intersect with legal principles

→The importance of accessible judgment writing →His passion for teaching law to future generations

→The lasting legacy he hopes to leave in Indian law

This episode offers invaluable wisdom for legal practitioners, students, and citizens interested in understanding the profound impact of judicial thinking on society's most pressing challenges.

To *Solomon & Co.*, we extend our deepest and sincerest thanks. It is an honour to be associated with an institution that truly embodies what this series stands for.

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