The Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa serves as the governing body for legal practitioners in the states of Maharashtra and Goa, as well as the Union Territories of Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, is established under Section 3(i)(ccc) of the Advocates Act. The Bar Council is responsible for enrolling advocates, issuing “Sanad” or “Licenses” for legal practice, and overseeing disciplinary matters within its jurisdiction.

As a statutory body, the Bar Council of Maharashtra and Goa plays a critical role in regulating the legal profession and maintaining high standards of professional conduct and ethics.