CJI Surya Kant's Advise To Newly Inducted AORs: Draft Petitions Yourself, No Outsourcing To AI

CJI Surya Kant recently addressed the newly qualified Advocates-on Record (AoRs) during an induction ceremony. Welcoming the successful candidates, the CJI characterized the achievement as a significant milestone in their professional journeys, reflecting their discipline and hard work. 

In a notable directive, the CJI has insisted that drafting be done personally by the AOR's and has explicitly warned against outsourcing legal work to Artificial Intelligence or other external parties. 

AoRs have also been cautioned against filing matters blindly based solely on instructions from other counsel. CJI added that advocates must ensure that pleadings are properly drafted, facts are meticulously verified, and legal grounds remain sound.

The CJI also issued a word of caution regarding the weight of the AoR designation. He noted that every petition bearing an Advocate's name is a direct reflection of their professional judgment. "Do not treat filing as a routine exercise. Read every brief carefully," he added.

He also reminded the new inductees that the role of an AoR extends far beyond mere procedural requirements. He emphasized that they now serve as the primary point of responsibility between the litigants and the Court.

As per the CJI, key pillars for the AORs practice include:

1. Conduct marked by honesty, thorough preparation, and deep respect for the judicial institution.
2. Maintaining punctuality and clarity in submissions to assist the Court effectively.
3. The CJI noted that while seniority is a product of time, professional credibility must be established from the very first day.

Concluding his address, the CJI reminded Advocates-on-Record that they are not just members of the Bar, but formal officers of the Court. The Court relies heavily on their diligence, and the CJI urged them to uphold this trust in every matter to build a lasting reputation.