J.R Midha
{{Short description|Former Chief Justice of Delhi High Court}}
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J.R Midha is an Indian jurist who served as a Judge of the Delhi High Court from 11 April 2008 to 7 July 2021. After his retirement, he became a Professor of Practice at the National Law University, Delhi (NLU Delhi).{{Cite news |date=16 February 2024 |title=Hon'ble Mr. Justice J.R. Midha |url=https://www.rgnul.ac.in/143/230/people/eminent-faculty/hon#:~:text=Midha%20served%20as%20a%20Judge,life%20and%20death%20sentence%20references. |access-date=16 February 2024 |work=rgnul.ac.in}}
Career
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J.R. Midha served as a Judge of the Delhi High Court for over a decade, handling several notable cases, including life and death sentence references.{{Cite news |date=16 February 2024 |title=Hon'ble Mr. Justice J.R. Midha |url=https://www.rgnul.ac.in/143/230/people/eminent-faculty/hon#:~:text=Midha%20served%20as%20a%20Judge,life%20and%20death%20sentence%20references. |access-date=16 February 2024 |work=rgnul.ac.in}} He was known for his expertise in civil, criminal, and constitutional law. His judgments have had a lasting impact on the interpretation of various legal provisions. He and Pawan Reley has edited the Ninth Edition of B.V. Vishwanatha Aiyar’s Commentary on the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908. As co-editors.{{Cite web|title= Advocate Pawan Reley Co-Edits Ninth Edition of B.V. Vishwanatha Aiyar's Landmark Commentary on The Code Of Civil Procedure 1908, Launched in Delhi - News |url= https://edtimes.in/advocate-pawan-reley-co-edits-ninth-edition-of-b-v-vishwanatha-aiyars-landmark-commentary-on-the-code-of-civil-procedure-1908-launched-in-delhi/ |access-date=2024-08-19|website=edtimes.in|date= 19 August 2024 |language=en}}{{Cite web|title= Ninth Edition of B.V. Vishwanatha Aiyer's Landmark Commentary on the Code of Civil Procedure, 1908 Launched in New Delhi- News |url= https://www.lawyersclubindia.com/articles/ninth-edition-of-b-v-vishwanatha-aiyar-s-landmark-commentary-on-the-code-of-civil-procedure-1908-launched-in-new-delhi-16992.asp |access-date=2024-08-19|website=lawyersclubindia.com|language=en}}
= Chief Justice of Delhi High Court =
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J.R. Midha was appointed as Chief Justice of the Delhi High Court on 11 April 2008, a position he held until his retirement on 7 July 2021. During his tenure, he presided over several important cases, contributing to the development of legal standards and practices in India. He played a pivotal role in ensuring justice in many complex cases.
= Post-retirement =
After retiring from the judiciary, J.R. Midha joined the National Law University, Delhi as a Professor of Practice.{{Cite news |date=16 February 2024 |title=HMJ J.R. Midha - Professor of Practice |url=https://nludelhi.ac.in/faculty/hmj-j-r-midha/#:~:text=HMJ%20J%20R%20Midha%20%2D%20National%20Law%20University%20Delhi |access-date=15 October 2023 |work=nludelhi.ac.in}} In this role, he mentors students and contributes to the academic and professional development of future legal professionals. His transition from judge to educator reflects his dedication to the legal community.
Notable cases
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He presided over several landmark cases, particularly in civil and criminal law. His judgments have contributed significantly to the evolving legal landscape of India, with several being cited in subsequent rulings and legal debates.
Chairperson roles
J.R. Midha has held numerous chairperson roles during his career, guiding various judicial and administrative committees.{{Cite news |date=16 February 2024 |title=HMJ J.R. Midha - Professor of Practice |url=https://nludelhi.ac.in/faculty/hmj-j-r-midha/#:~:text=HMJ%20J%20R%20Midha%20%2D%20National%20Law%20University%20Delhi |access-date=15 October 2023 |work=nludelhi.ac.in}}
Quotes
In Court of Justice, both the parties know the truth, it is the Judge, who is on trial.