Mutual consent divorce, step by step
What to expect from filing the joint petition to the final decree.
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Consult about divorce →When both spouses agree, we help draft fair terms and take the joint petition through smoothly.
Consult about mutual divorce →Building a well-evidenced case when one spouse does not agree to the divorce or its terms.
Consult about contested divorce →A legal separation that preserves the marriage while allowing spouses to live apart.
Consult about separation →Petitions to declare a marriage void or voidable on legally recognised grounds.
Consult about annulment →Advising on and responding to petitions seeking a spouse's return to the marital home.
Consult about restitution →Arguing for custody arrangements that put your child's welfare and stability first.
Consult about custody →Securing meaningful, regular time with your child when they live with the other parent.
Consult about visitation →Guidance through adoption procedures and guardianship petitions for minors.
Consult about adoption →Claiming or contesting interim and permanent maintenance for spouses and children.
Consult about maintenance →Urgent protection, residence and monetary relief under the Domestic Violence Act.
Consult about domestic violence →Advising complainants and the accused on dowry-related criminal proceedings.
Consult about dowry cases →Clear advice on rights to residence, maintenance, stridhan and protection.
Consult about women's rights →Balanced representation for husbands facing divorce, maintenance or criminal complaints.
Consult about men's rights →Protecting elderly parents' rights to maintenance, residence and dignity.
Consult about senior citizen matters →Experienced appearance and advocacy before the family courts in Chennai.
Consult about representation →Dividing assets, returning stridhan and resolving property claims after separation.
Consult about property →Handling divorce and custody matters for spouses living abroad, including remote participation where permitted.
Consult about NRI divorce →Registration under the Special Marriage Act and protection for couples who need it.
Consult about special marriages →From the first call to the courtroom, here's how we work with you.
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A mutual consent divorce often concludes in around six months to a year, depending on court schedules and whether the waiting period is waived. A contested divorce can take considerably longer, sometimes several years, depending on the evidence and how the other side responds.
It's a divorce where both spouses agree to separate and settle terms such as maintenance, custody and property. Generally, the couple must have lived separately for at least a year before filing a joint petition.
Fees depend on whether the matter is mutual or contested, how many hearings are involved, and any related cases. We explain our fees clearly at the start, with no hidden charges.
Yes. A wife who cannot maintain herself may claim maintenance under several laws, including personal marriage laws, the criminal procedure provisions on maintenance, and the Domestic Violence Act. Interim maintenance can also be sought while the case is pending.
The child's welfare is the deciding factor. Courts look at the child's age, emotional bonds, education, stability and each parent's ability to provide care. Older children's preferences may also be considered.
Typically: proof of marriage (certificate or wedding photos), address and identity proof of both spouses, income details, and any evidence supporting your grounds. We'll give you a checklist specific to your case.
Some filings can be made electronically, and courts may allow video appearances in certain situations, which helps NRIs. However, most cases still need at least some in-person steps. We'll tell you what applies to you.
You can still file a contested divorce on legally recognised grounds such as cruelty, desertion or adultery. Your spouse's refusal doesn't stop the case; the court decides based on the evidence.
It's a court order allowing spouses to live apart without ending the marriage. It can be a useful option for those who aren't ready for divorce, and it may later form a ground for divorce.
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What to expect from filing the joint petition to the final decree.
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