In this captivating volume, Fali S. Nariman invites readers into the fascinating world of law, life, and everything in between. With a masterful blend of wit, wisdom, and keen insight, he paints a vivid portrait of the legal craft, interwoven with pivotal moments and memorable milestones from the legal fraternity. The first part of the book presents a collection of vignettes and anecdotes on the judiciary, arbitration, and the practice of law, alongside Nariman’s personal reflections that illuminate the spirit of the legal profession. It also offers glimpses of the towering figures he encountered throughout his distinguished career and the enduring lessons drawn from decades of legal experience. The second part brims with sharp and profound ruminations on a wide range of themes—from federalism, democracy, and human rights to freedom of the press, corruption, and corporate governance—highlighting the dynamic interplay between life and law. For anyone intrigued by the law’s rich tapestry, this book offers both inspiration and timeless wisdom from one of India’s most celebrated legal minds.
FALI S. NARIMAN was a distinguished senior advocate at the Supreme Court of India. He served as chairman of the executive committee of the International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) in Geneva from 1995 to 1997. Nariman was a member of the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA) from 1988 to 2003 and served as vice-president of the ICC International Court of Arbitration in Paris for over fifteen years, from 1989 to 2005. He was elected president of the International Council for Commercial Arbitration (ICCA) from 1994 to 2002 and later became its honorary president. In recognition of his distinguished services in jurisprudence, he was awarded the Padma Bhushan in January 1991 and the Padma Vibhushan, India’s second-highest civilian award, in January 2007 for exceptional contributions to public affairs. Additionally, he served as a nominated member of the Upper House of India’s Parliament from 1999 to 2005.
In this captivating volume, Fali S. Nariman invites readers into the fascinating world of law, life, and everything in between. With a masterful blend of wit, wisdom, and keen insight, he paints a vivid portrait of the legal craft, interwoven with pivotal moments and memorable milestones from the legal fraternity. The first part of the book presents a collection of vignettes and anecdotes on the judiciary, arbitration, and the practice of law, alongside Nariman’s personal reflections that illuminate the spirit of the legal profession. It also offers glimpses of the towering figures he encountered throughout his distinguished career and the enduring lessons drawn from decades of legal experience. The second part brims with sharp and profound ruminations on a wide range of themes—from federalism, democracy, and human rights to freedom of the press, corruption, and corporate governance—highlighting the dynamic interplay between life and law. For anyone intrigued by the law’s rich tapestry, this book offers both inspiration and timeless wisdom from one of India’s most celebrated legal minds.
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FALI S. NARIMAN was a distinguished senior advocate at the Supreme Court of India. He served as chairman of the executive committee of the International Commission of Jurists (ICJ) in Geneva from 1995 to 1997. Nariman was a member of the London Court of International Arbitration (LCIA) from 1988 to 2003 and served as vice-president of the ICC International Court of Arbitration in Paris for over fifteen years, from 1989 to 2005. He was elected president of the International Council for Commercial Arbitration (ICCA) from 1994 to 2002 and later became its honorary president. In recognition of his distinguished services in jurisprudence, he was awarded the Padma Bhushan in January 1991 and the Padma Vibhushan, India’s second-highest civilian award, in January 2007 for exceptional contributions to public affairs. Additionally, he served as a nominated member of the Upper House of India’s Parliament from 1999 to 2005.
