Beyond the Bands & Gowns: Senior Advocate Rafique Dada on Purpose, Perseverance & Excellence

In this honest conversation, Sr. Adv. Rafique Dada reflects on his remarkable journey as a first-generation lawyer, the invaluable lessons he learned working alongside luminaries such as Fali S. Nariman, and his enduring love affair with Government Law College, Mumbai. Watch this legal legend recall the Harshad Mehta Scam and reflect on the experiences that have shaped his life and legacy in the law. 0:00-1:58 introduction 1:59-2:49 Childhood and early days 2:50-7:52 Scholarship at LSE, why law and experience at GLC? 7:53-12:26 Experience as a professor 12:27-14:25 Outstanding students 14:26-17:18 Journey as a first generation lawyer 17:19-18:26 Dealing with insecurity of being a counsel 18:27-20:15 First big break 20:16-23:58 Working with stalwarts of the legal fraternity 23:59-25:47 Being on the state government panel 25:48-30:11 Appointment and experience as the Additional Solicitor General 30:12-33:43 How to break down a brief and duties as a lawyer? 33:44-36:03 Working under four prime ministers 36:04-37:41 Designation as a Senior Advocate 37:42-40:23 Appearing before his own juniors 40:24-41:49 Evolution of the Bombay bar 41:50-42:43 Role of luck in success as a first generation lawyer 42:44-44:36 Reflection on career and if Mr. Dada do anything differently looking? 44:37-49:01 Haji Ali Dargah and the Sabrimala Case 49:02-51:14 Working on the Harshad Mehta Scam 51:15-56:15 Rapid Fire Round 56:16-57:07 Parting words Disclaimer: While our roots trace back to our time at Government Law College, Mumbai, Law and Lore is an independent initiative and is in no way affiliated with or officially connected to GLC as an institution. The views and opinions expressed in this episode are solely those of the guest and do not reflect the views of GLC: Law and Lore. Team: Anjali SIngit Dhun Vinod Santosh (Host) Jinay Jain Pakhi More