Plain-language guides from the advocates at S.S Associates on court marriage, divorce, maintenance, domestic violence and legal help for families living abroad.
Read how each process works in India before you take a decision. Every article is general information, so please speak to an advocate about your own case.
Whichever form you married in, a registered marriage certificate protects you. Here is how registration works under each law, including for NRIs.
Read articleThere is no fixed formula for maintenance or alimony in India. This guide explains the laws, the factors courts consider and the role of the affidavit of assets.
Read articleA divorce obtained abroad is not automatically valid in India. Here are the legal tests Indian courts apply and how a foreign decree can be given effect.
Read articleA plain-language guide to the rights the Domestic Violence Act gives to women, the role of the Protection Officer and the orders a Magistrate can pass.
Read articleLiving abroad does not mean losing control of a marriage case in India. This guide explains jurisdiction, power of attorney, video hearings and the usual mistakes.
Read articleWhen a spouse will not agree to a divorce, the case goes through a contested petition. Here are the grounds, the stages and what to expect.
Read articleWhat Section 13B requires, how the two motions work, and how the six-month waiting period can often be waived so the case finishes in one to two months.
Read articleA plain, step-by-step guide to marrying in Delhi under the Special Marriage Act, 1954, with the notice period, documents and what to expect on the day.
Read articleGeneral articles cannot replace advice on your facts.
Please note: This page gives general information and is not legal advice. Every case depends on its own facts, so please consult an advocate before acting.
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