T. R. Desai (1876-1914) was an Indian lawyer and author best known for writing books in Trust, Equity, Limitation, Easement, Government Tenders, Contract and Sale of Goods Act.
His father, a lawyer and author like him was famous for one of the most comprehensive criminal law journals of the Bombay High Court in his time.
He opened his doors to students from his hometown, Ahmedabad appearing for bar exams in Bombay and used to tutor them extensively.
It covers the Indian Law on Limitation and is referred widely by lawyers and professionals.
Besides that, it offers an extensive explanation of the laws governing specific relief and trusts in India.
His grandson, Satyajeet Desai a Senior Advocate, practices in the Gujarat High Court on the civil appellate side and in commercial litigation and is revising author of Mulla Hindu Law and S. T. Desai on Partnership.