How We Handle Matrimonial Disputes?
At SNS Legal Aid, we provide expert legal assistance in resolving matrimonial disputes through litigation and alternative dispute resolution (ADR). Our approach ensures that clients receive the best legal advice while minimizing stress and emotional trauma. We handle:
- Divorce Proceedings – Contested & Mutual Divorce (Hindu Marriage Act, Special Marriage Act)
- Alimony & Maintenance – Financial support for spouses (Section 125 CrPC, Hindu Adoption & Maintenance Act)
- Child Custody & Visitation Rights – Protecting parental rights & child welfare
- Domestic Violence Cases – Legal remedies under the Domestic Violence Act, 2005
- 498A IPC Cases (Dowry Harassment) – Legal defense against false allegations
- Mediation & Settlement Agreements – Resolving disputes outside court through negotiation
- Property & Financial Settlements – Ensuring fair division of assets
- Laws & Acts Involved in Matrimonial Disputes
- Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 – Governs marriages & divorces for Hindus
- Special Marriage Act, 1954 – For interfaith or civil marriages
- Muslim Personal Law – Governs marriages & divorces for Muslims
- Christian Marriage Act, 1872 – Applicable to Christian marriages
- Indian Divorce Act, 1869 – Divorce laws for Christians
- Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 – Protection & relief for women in abusive marriages
- Section 498A IPC – Legal provision to prevent dowry harassment
- CrPC Section 125 – Provision for maintenance & alimony
- Our Matrimonial Legal Services
✅ Filing & contesting divorce cases
✅ Representation in maintenance & alimony cases
✅ Legal protection in domestic violence matters
✅ Mediation & out-of-court settlements
✅ Legal defense in false 498A & dowry cases
✅ Child custody & parental rights representation
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
A mutual divorce is when both spouses agree to separate, whereas a contested divorce is when one spouse does not agree, leading to legal proceedings.
- Mutual Divorce: 6-12 months (as per Hindu Marriage Act, 1955).
- Contested Divorce: 2-5 years, depending on the complexity of the case.
Yes, under Section 125 CrPC & Hindu Adoption & Maintenance Act, a wife can seek maintenance if she is unable to sustain herself.
We help clients file:
- Quashing of FIR under Section 482 CrPC
- Anticipatory Bail under Section 438 CrPC
- Counter-cases for defamation & malicious prosecution
Yes, if the husband is financially dependent, he can claim alimony under Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 (Section 24 & 25).
Courts prioritize the child’s welfare:
- Mother usually gets custody for children under 5 years (Hindu Law).
- Joint custody or father’s custody is possible if proven in the child’s best interest.
Yes, mediation & settlement agreements can help resolve financial and property disputes amicably.
We provide:
- Strong legal representation in family courts
- Negotiation & mediation for out-of-court settlements
- Legal remedies against harassment & false cases
- Strategic advice for property division & alimony
Yes, under the Hindu Marriage Act, Special Marriage Act, or Muslim Law, a wife can file for divorce without the husband’s consent.
A complaint can be filed under the Domestic Violence Act, 2005 at:
- The police station
- Women’s Commission
- Family Court