Justice Dalveer Bhandari began his entry into the legal profession with a strong academic foundation and a deep respect for the ideals of justice, constitutional values, and ethical legal practice. After completing his formal legal education, he chose to enter active legal practice, where he immersed himself in the practical workings of the Indian legal system. This early phase of his career was marked by dedication, discipline, and a continuous pursuit of legal excellence. In his initial years as a legal practitioner, he gained extensive exposure to courtroom proceedings, legal research, drafting of pleadings, and oral advocacy. He handled a broad spectrum of legal matters, which allowed him to develop a comprehensive understanding of civil, constitutional, and procedural law. This hands-on experience helped him appreciate the complexities of litigation and the responsibility borne by legal professionals in safeguarding the rights of individuals and institutions. Through regular engagement with judges, senior advocates, and legal scholars, Justice Bhandari refined his analytical skills and developed a methodical approach to legal problem-solving. His early professional environment emphasized precision in legal reasoning, respect for judicial processes, and adherence to professional ethics—principles that would later define his judicial conduct. These formative years also helped him understand the human dimension of law, including the social and economic impact of legal decisions on individuals and communities. As his professional experience deepened, he became known for his clarity of thought, thorough preparation, and principled approach to legal practice. His reputation for integrity and legal competence naturally paved the way for his transition from advocacy to the judiciary. The values and insights gained during his entry into the legal profession played a crucial role in shaping his judicial temperament, ensuring that his later judgments reflected both legal rigor and a deep sense of fairness. This early professional journey laid the foundation for a distinguished judicial career, enabling Justice Bhandari to combine academic knowledge with real-world legal experience. His entry into the legal profession was not merely the beginning of a career, but the start of a lifelong commitment to upholding the rule of law, judicial independence, and the pursuit of justice at the highest levels.