In Pakistan, to become an
Advocate of the Supreme Court, a lawyer must meet certain qualifications and
follow a specific procedure. Here's an overview of the process:
Enrollment as an
Advocate:
The first step to
becoming an Advocate of the Supreme Court in Pakistan is to enroll as an
advocate of a High Court. To do this, a person must complete a law degree (LLB)
from a recognized university and then pass the Bar Council Examination. After
passing the examination, the individual can apply for enrollment with the
relevant provincial Bar Council.
Practice as an Advocate:
After enrollment as an
advocate, the individual must practice law for a certain number of years
(usually at least five years) as an advocate of a High Court. During this
period, the lawyer gains experience, builds a reputation, and demonstrates
competence in legal practice.
Application for Advocate
of Supreme Court:
Once the lawyer
fulfills the required years of practice as an advocate of a High Court, they
become eligible to apply for the designation of "Advocate of the Supreme
Court." The application is made to the Supreme Court Bar Association of
Pakistan.
Vetting and
Verification:
The application is
vetted and verified by the relevant authorities to ensure that the lawyer meets
the necessary criteria for elevation to the status of Advocate of the Supreme
Court.
Notification:
If the application is
approved, the lawyer is officially designated as an "Advocate of the
Supreme Court of Pakistan." This designation allows the lawyer to practice
law before the Supreme Court and present cases on behalf of clients in the
highest court of the country.
It's
important to note that the process and specific requirements may be subject to
updates or changes by the legal authorities, so aspiring lawyers should refer
to the latest regulations and guidelines issued by the relevant bodies in
Pakistan. Becoming an Advocate of the Supreme Court is a significant
achievement for a lawyer, as it allows them to represent clients in some of the
most important and complex legal matters in the country.