| 1. Ashish J. Desai is an Indian advocate. |
| 2. He has served as a Judge and acting Chief Justice of the Gujarat High Court. |
| 3. In July 2023, his name was put forward by the Supreme Court collegium for the Chief Justice position at the Kerala High Court. |
| 4. Desai joined the Bar Council of Gujarat in 1985 after passing the council's examination. |
| 5. He apprenticed at the law office of esteemed attorneys, M. C. Bhatt and Daksha M. Bhatt. |
| 6. Desai began practicing law at the City Civil and Sessions Court in Ahmedabad before joining the Gujarat High Court in 1991. |
| 7. He has represented clients in various legal matters, including constitutional, civil, and criminal cases. |
| 8. After Sonia Gokani's resignation, Desai became the interim Chief Justice of the Gujarat High Court in February 2023. |
| 9. The Supreme Court collegium recommended Desai for the role of Chief Justice of the Kerala High Court, citing his suitability and competency. |
| 10. The decision took into account the need for representation from the High Court of Gujarat among Chief Justices of High Courts. |
| 11. He has been a member of the Gujarat Electricity Board panel and the Sardar Sarovar Narmada Nigam Limited panel. |
| 12. Desai is known for his love of travel and has explored many destinations. |
| 13. As Acting Chief Justice of Gujarat High Court, he oversaw a record-breaking National Lok Adalat on 13 May 2023, disposing of 3.90 lakh cases. |
| 14. He served as Patron-in-Chief of Gujarat State Legal Services Authority, establishing Legal Aid Defense Counsel offices in all 32 districts of Gujarat. |
