Overview

• Dave announced his retirement via WhatsApp on his 70th birthday, declaring he will not return to any cases, important or otherwise.
• He was designated a Senior Advocate by the Supreme Court in 1994 and served as president of the Supreme Court Bar Association in 2014, 2019 and 2020.
• Over nearly five decades, he built a distinguished practice in constitutional and public interest matters and became known for outspoken critiques of the judiciary and executive.
• In retirement he plans to devote himself to community development, pursue hobbies such as reading, travelling and golfing, and spend time with his family.
• He intends to adopt a taluk near Baroda to support agricultural and housing initiatives.