Family Law Lawyer in Mumbai
Our family-law practice handles matrimonial, custody, maintenance, and succession matters under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, the Special Marriage Act, 1954, the Indian Divorce Act, 1869, the Guardians and Wards Act, 1890, and the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005. For clients in Mumbai, matters are filed before the Family Court of competent jurisdiction or, where applicable, the Magistrate Court for DV Act proceedings.
What we handle in Mumbai
- Contested and mutual-consent divorce petitions
- Child custody, guardianship, and visitation under the Guardians and Wards Act
- Maintenance and alimony under Section 125 CrPC and the HMA
- Domestic violence complaints under the DV Act, 2005
- Restitution of conjugal rights and judicial separation
- Succession certificates, probate, and testamentary matters
Local courts and jurisdiction
Matters in Mumbai are typically filed before the City Civil Court at Dindoshi or Fort, the Sessions Court at Greater Mumbai, the Metropolitan Magistrate Courts, and the Bombay High Court at its principal bench in Fort. Real-estate complaints are heard by the MahaRERA bench in Mumbai, while writ jurisdiction lies with the Bombay High Court. Family-law petitions are filed before the Family Court at Bandra. Our office in Kala Ghoda, Fort sits within walking distance of the High Court and the City Civil Court at Fort, allowing same-day filings and listings across most Mumbai jurisdictions.
Jurisdiction: Greater Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Who this is for
- Spouses considering or facing a divorce petition
- Parents seeking custody, visitation, or guardianship orders
- Women seeking protection or residence orders under the DV Act
- Heirs and legatees pursuing succession or probate matters
Schedule a Consultation
Speak with our team about your family law matter in Mumbai. We will review the facts, outline the applicable procedure, and explain the next steps.
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