Understanding Family & Divorce Law in India

Family law in India is largely governed by personal laws based on religion (such as Hindu Law, Muslim Law, Christian Law, and Parsi Law), as well as secular statutes like:

• The Hindu Marriage Act, 1955
• The Special Marriage Act, 1954
• The Indian Divorce Act, 1869
• The Guardians and Wards Act, 1890
• The Domestic Violence Act, 2005
• The Maintenance and Welfare of Parents and Senior Citizens Act, 2007
• Section 125 of the Criminal Procedure Code (CrPC)

We provide legal services across all these laws and help clients—regardless of religious background or jurisdiction—understand their rights and legal remedies.

Our Key Services in Family & Divorce Law

1. Divorce & Separation

• Mutual Consent Divorce: Drafting agreements and representing both parties in court for speedy resolution.
• Contested Divorce: Representation in cases involving cruelty, adultery, desertion, and more.
• Special Marriage Act Cases: Legal support for interfaith and civil marriages under a secular legal framework.

2. Child Custody & Visitation Rights

• Sole or Joint Custody Petitions
• Guardianship Applications
• Visitation Rights Negotiation
• Parental Alienation Concerns
• Interim Custody Orders

3. Maintenance & Alimony

• Interim Maintenance (during the case)
• Permanent Alimony
• Child Support and Expenses
• Enforcement of Maintenance Orders
• Modification of Existing Maintenance

4. Domestic Violence & Protection Orders

• Filing of Protection Orders, Residence Orders, and Monetary Relief Petitions
• Representation in Magistrate’s Court
• Counseling for victims on legal rights and safety measures
• Defense for individuals wrongly accused under the act

5. Dowry Harassment & Criminal Proceedings

• Section 498A IPC (Cruelty by Husband or Relatives)
• Dowry Prohibition Act, 1961
• Bail and Anticipatory Bail Petitions
• Quashing of False FIRs

6. Property & Inheritance Disputes in Family

• Division of Matrimonial Property
• Right to Residence under Domestic Violence Act
• Partition of Ancestral and Joint Family Property
• Legal Heirship and Succession Certificates
• Challenges to Wills and Codicils
• Hindu Succession Law Disputes

7. Marriage Registration & Legal Formalities

• Registration under Hindu or Special Marriage Act
• Foreign Marriage Registration for NRIs and OCI Cardholders
• Affidavits for Name Change or Marital Status
• Drafting Prenuptial or Postnuptial Agreements

8. Annulment of Marriage

• Fraud or misrepresentation
• Impotency or incapacity
• Underage marriage
• Prohibited degrees of relationship

9. NRI Family Law & Cross-Border Disputes

• Divorce in India for overseas couples
• International child custody cases
• Execution of foreign judgments
• Inter-country adoption
• Cross-border maintenance and property cases

Why Choose Us for Family Law Matters?

• ✅ Sensitive Yet Strategic Approach: Balancing emotional sensitivity with legal pragmatism.
• ✅ Experienced Representation: Proven in family courts and High Courts across India.
• ✅ Dispute Resolution Focused: We explore out-of-court settlements wherever possible.
• ✅ Confidentiality & Discretion: Sensitive matters handled with care.
• ✅ Custom Legal Solutions: Tailored strategy for every unique family situation.

Family law matters are more than legal disputes—they are life events. Whether you're seeking to protect your rights in a divorce, secure custody of your child, or address issues of domestic violence, we stand ready to guide you with integrity, empathy, and expertise.

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