Family Court Lawyer

Family law matters demand sensitivity, discretion, and deep legal expertise. Advocate Parul Kumar provides compassionate yet firm legal representation in divorce, maintenance, child custody, domestic violence, succession, and other family disputes across Delhi, Jhajjar, Bahadurgarh, Rohtak, Bhiwani, Gurugram, Chandigarh & all of Haryana. With practice at Jhajjar District & Family Court and the Punjab & Haryana High Court, he brings both trial-level precision and appellate experience.

Family Law Services

💔 Divorce & Matrimonial Disputes

Expert representation in both contested and mutual consent divorce proceedings:

  • ✓ Mutual consent divorce (Section 13-B HMA)
  • ✓ Contested divorce (Section 13 HMA — cruelty, desertion, adultery)
  • ✓ Divorce under Special Marriage Act
  • ✓ Annulment of marriage (void & voidable)
  • ✓ Judicial separation orders

💰 Maintenance & Alimony

Securing fair financial support for spouses, children, and dependents:

  • ✓ Maintenance under Section 125 BNSS (all religions)
  • ✓ Interim maintenance (Section 24 HMA)
  • ✓ Permanent alimony (Section 25 HMA)
  • ✓ Maintenance under DV Act (Section 20)
  • ✓ Enhancement/reduction of maintenance

👶 Child Custody & Guardianship

Protecting children's welfare in custody and guardianship disputes:

  • ✓ Custody petitions under Guardians & Wards Act
  • ✓ Hindu Minority & Guardianship Act matters
  • ✓ Visitation rights negotiation
  • ✓ Modification of custody orders
  • ✓ Habeas corpus for child recovery

🛑 Domestic Violence (DV Act)

Protection and remedies under the DV Act, 2005 and criminal law:

  • ✓ Protection orders against abusers
  • ✓ Residence orders (right to matrimonial home)
  • ✓ Monetary relief and compensation
  • ✓ Section 85/86 BNS (cruelty by husband/relatives)
  • ✓ Defense in false DV/498A cases

📜 Succession & Inheritance

Legal guidance on property inheritance, wills, and succession certificates:

  • ✓ Hindu Succession Act inheritance disputes
  • ✓ Succession certificate applications
  • ✓ Probate of wills
  • ✓ Letters of administration
  • ✓ Will drafting and registration

☪️ Muslim Personal Law

Specialized representation in Muslim family law disputes:

  • ✓ Divorce — Khula, Talaq-e-Tafweez, Mubarat
  • ✓ Mehr (dower) recovery claims
  • ✓ Iddat and maintenance disputes
  • ✓ Muslim Women (Protection of Rights on Divorce) Act
  • ✓ Muslim inheritance and succession

Frequently Asked Questions

How to file for divorce in Jhajjar, Haryana?

For mutual consent divorce, both spouses jointly petition under Section 13-B HMA at the Family Court, Jhajjar. There's a 6-month cooling-off period (waivable). For contested divorce, file under Section 13 HMA citing grounds like cruelty, desertion, or adultery. Appeals lie to the Punjab & Haryana High Court.

What are the grounds for a domestic violence case under DV Act?

Under the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005, grounds include physical violence, sexual violence, verbal/emotional abuse, economic abuse, and dowry harassment. Remedies: protection orders, residence orders, monetary relief, custody orders, and compensation.

How is child custody decided by Indian courts?

The paramount consideration is "welfare of the child". Children below 5 years are generally given to the mother (tender years doctrine). Courts evaluate: child's age, preference, parent's character, financial stability, and continuity of care.

How to claim maintenance in Haryana or Delhi?

Maintenance can be claimed under: Section 125 BNSS (all religions), Section 24 HMA (interim), Section 25 HMA (permanent alimony), or Section 20 DV Act. Amount depends on husband's income, wife's needs, dependents, and standard of living.

What is the process for succession certificate in Haryana?

File a petition under Section 372 of the Indian Succession Act, 1925 before the District Court. For Hindus, the Hindu Succession Act 1956 governs inheritance. Submit death certificate, legal heir details, and establish no objections from other heirs.

Helpful Links & Resources

Government portals, legal forms, bare acts & helpline numbers for family law matters

📖 Family Law Bare Acts (PDF Downloads)

📞 Helpline Numbers & Support Portals

Need a Family Court Lawyer?

Whether you need help with divorce, child custody, maintenance, domestic violence, or inheritance disputes — Advocate Parul Kumar provides compassionate & experienced family law representation across Delhi, Jhajjar, Bahadurgarh, Rohtak, Bhiwani, Gurugram, Chandigarh & all of Haryana.

Schedule a Consultation Call +91-8572022292

Offices: Jhajjar District Court, Haryana | Bar Room No. 14, Punjab & Haryana High Court, Chandigarh

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Frequently Asked Questions — Family Law

How is electronic evidence (WhatsApp chats, call logs) used in matrimonial disputes?

Electronic evidence such as chat logs, emails, and call records must be accompanied by mandatory Section 65B (now Sec 63 BSA) certification proving non-tampering and device custody to be admissible in Family Court.

What legal remedies exist for cyber harassment or blackmail by a spouse or in-laws?

Victims can invoke Section 66E (privacy violation), Section 67 (obscene content) of IT Act alongside Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act 2005 for immediate protection and restraining orders.