Litigation and disputes

Family Law

Divorce, custody, maintenance and domestic violence matters.

Who this is for

Individuals and families.

What we handle

  • Divorce
  • Child custody and guardianship
  • Maintenance and alimony
  • Domestic violence
  • Adoption
  • Family property disputes
  • Mediation and settlement

How the work runs

  1. Understand the matterWe review your documents and the facts, and ask what outcome you need.
  2. Advise on optionsWe explain the remedies available, the forum that hears the matter, and the likely steps.
  3. Prepare and fileWe draft the notice, complaint, petition or reply and file it before the right forum.
  4. Appear and follow throughWe appear at hearings and, once an order is made, advise on the next step.

Questions

Is mediation required before a family court case?

Courts often refer family disputes to mediation, and many can be settled there. Whether it applies to your case depends on the court and the kind of dispute.

Forums

  • Family Courts
  • High Courts
  • Mediation centres

Governing laws

  • Hindu Marriage Act, 1955
  • Muslim Personal Law (Shariat) Application Act, 1937
  • Special Marriage Act, 1954
  • Guardians and Wards Act, 1890
  • Hindu Adoptions and Maintenance Act, 1956
  • Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005

Law stated as at 20 September 2026

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