Justice Lisa Gill Sworn in As AP High Court Judge, Set to Become First Woman Chief Justice
Justice Lisa Gill officially took the oath as a judge of the Andhra Pradesh High Court on Friday. The oath was administered by Chief Justice Dheeraj Singh Thakur during a ceremony held in the first courtroom of the High Court at Amaravati.
With this appointment, Justice Lisa Gill is expected to create history soon by becoming the first woman Chief Justice of the Andhra Pradesh High Court after the retirement of Justice Dheeraj Singh Thakur on April 24.
The oath-taking ceremony was attended by High Court judges, the Registrar General, Bar Association representatives and other senior officials.
Justice Lisa Gill Likely To Become Chief Justice Soon
Justice Lisa Gill has been transferred from the Punjab and Haryana High Court to the Andhra Pradesh High Court. According to a recent policy decision by the Supreme Court Collegium, judges who are likely to become Chief Justices are transferred to the respective High Courts two months before the vacancy occurs.
This step is aimed at improving the efficiency and administration of justice by allowing the incoming Chief Justice to understand the court’s functioning beforehand.
Following this policy, Justice Lisa Gill has joined the AP High Court and is expected to take charge as Chief Justice after April 24.
Grand Welcome At Gannavaram Airport
Before assuming office, Justice Lisa Gill received a warm welcome at Gannavaram Airport in Vijayawada.
Officials, including Gudivada RDO G. Balasubrahmanyam, several judges, and court officials welcomed her with bouquets. From there, she traveled to Amaravati by road to participate in the swearing-in ceremony.
Justice Lisa Gill Disposed Of 3,000 Cases In A Single Day
Justice Lisa Gill has an impressive judicial record. While serving as Executive Chairperson of the National Judicial Services Authority in Chandigarh, she played a key role in the National Lok Adalat held in December 2024.
During that Lok Adalat, nearly 3,000 cases were disposed of in a single day, highlighting her efficiency in judicial administration.
She has also presided over single and division benches, delivering judgments in various cases related to criminal law, family disputes, service matters, and constitutional issues.
In January 2026, a division bench comprising Justice Lisa Gill and Justice Meenakshi I. Mehta acquitted a Rohtak man who had been convicted in a 2014 murder case, after reviewing the evidence.
Justice Lisa Gill, Education And Career
Justice Lisa Gill completed her schooling at Carmel Convent School in Chandigarh. She later graduated in Humanities from Government College for Girls (GCG).
She pursued her legal education at Panjab University, earning both LLB and LLM degrees.
She enrolled as an advocate in 1990 and began practicing at the Punjab and Haryana High Court. During her legal career, she handled several important cases related to:
- Criminal law
- Civil disputes
- Service matters
- Revenue issues
- Constitutional law
She also represented the Union Territory of Chandigarh, along with various boards and corporations.
On March 31, 2014, she was appointed as a judge of the Punjab and Haryana High Court. After years of judicial service, she has now been transferred to the Andhra Pradesh High Court.
Justice Lisa Gill is scheduled to retire on November 16, 2028.
FAQs
Who is Justice Lisa Gill?
Justice Lisa Gill is a senior judge who previously served in the Punjab and Haryana High Court and has now been sworn in as a judge of the Andhra Pradesh High Court.
Will Justice Lisa Gill become Chief Justice of the AP High Court?
Yes. After the retirement of Chief Justice Dheeraj Singh Thakur on April 24, Justice Lisa Gill is expected to become the first woman Chief Justice of the Andhra Pradesh High Court.
Why was Justice Lisa Gill transferred to the AP High Court?
The Supreme Court Collegium decided to transfer judges who will become Chief Justices two months before the vacancy, to help them understand court administration.
What is Justice Lisa Gill known for?
She is known for her efficient judicial work, including helping dispose of around 3,000 cases in a single day during the National Lok Adalat in 2024.
Conclusion
Justice Lisa Gill’s appointment as a judge of the Andhra Pradesh High Court marks an important moment in the state’s judicial history. With her vast legal experience and impressive judicial record, she is expected to soon take charge as the first woman Chief Justice of the AP High Court. Her leadership is anticipated to further strengthen the efficiency and quality of judicial administration in the state.
