Practice area
Family Law
Sensitive matters, handled with care and discretion
Family matters are personal, and the legal process around them can feel overwhelming. Understanding how divorce, custody, maintenance, and inheritance work helps you make informed decisions at a difficult time.
Our family practice advises individuals across Delhi NCR and Gurugram on a range of matters, with an emphasis on clear communication and discretion.
Suggested: Initial Legal Consultation · 20 minutes
Is this your situation?
- You and your spouse have agreed to separate and want to understand the process.
- You need arrangements for a child's custody or visitation.
- You want to register a marriage before the relevant authority.
- A question of maintenance or inheritance has come up in the family.
Scope
Areas we advise on
- Mutual-consent and contested divorce
- Child custody and guardianship
- Maintenance and spousal support
- Court marriage and registration
- Inheritance and succession matters
- Domestic relations and protection matters
Divorce and separation
Divorce in India can proceed by mutual consent or as a contested matter, depending on the circumstances. The process, timelines, and documentation differ between the two.
We explain the route that fits your situation, the steps involved, and what to expect, so that decisions can be made with a clear understanding of the process.
Custody and maintenance
Custody decisions in India are guided by the welfare of the child. Maintenance may be relevant for a spouse or a child, and is assessed on the facts of each case.
We advise on the considerations courts weigh and the documentation that helps present a matter clearly.
Court marriage and inheritance
Court marriage involves a defined registration procedure and documentation. Inheritance and succession matters depend on the applicable personal law and the nature of the assets.
We guide individuals through these procedures and explain the requirements involved.
How it works
From first contact to a clear plan
Step 1: Share the facts
Tell us briefly what has happened, by booking directly or through the enquiry form. Keep confidential details and documents until the firm asks for them.
Step 2: Initial Legal Consultation
20 minutes. Understand your issue, broad legal options, and next-step direction.
Step 3: Decide how to proceed
If you choose to go ahead and the firm accepts the matter, the scope and fee are agreed before any further work begins.
Who you will work with
Advait Ghosh
Founding & Managing Partner
- In practice since
- 2018
- Appears before
- Supreme Court of India, High Court of Delhi
FAQ
Family Law questions, answered
How long does a mutual-consent divorce take in India?
A mutual-consent divorce follows a defined process of a joint petition, a first motion, a period for reflection where applicable, and a second motion before a decree. The overall time depends on the court and whether the statutory period applies in the circumstances.
How do courts decide child custody in India?
Courts treat the welfare and best interests of the child as the most important consideration, weighing factors such as the child's age, needs, and overall wellbeing rather than the preference of either parent alone. Workable arrangements agreed between parents are often given weight where they serve the child's interests.
What documents are required for a court marriage in India?
Court marriage commonly requires proof of identity and address, proof of date of birth, photographs, declarations regarding marital status, and details of witnesses. The process involves notice to the relevant authority, a notice period, and then solemnisation and registration.
What is the difference between mutual-consent and contested divorce?
In a mutual-consent divorce both spouses agree to end the marriage and on the broad terms of separation, whereas a contested divorce proceeds without that agreement. The process, timelines, and documentation differ between the two routes.
Have a question about family law?
The initial legal consultation (20 minutes) is the usual place to start. It covers your position and the broad options, so you can decide what to do next.
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