Family Matters & Pro Bono
Divorce, maintenance, custody and domestic violence matters, and pro bono representation for those who cannot afford counsel.
Family law covers marriage, divorce, maintenance, custody and domestic violence, under personal laws (Hindu Marriage Act, 1955; Muslim personal law; Christian and Parsi marriage laws), the Special Marriage Act, 1954, the Protection of Women from Domestic Violence Act, 2005 and the maintenance provisions of the BNSS.
The firm handles family matters with the discretion they need, and takes on divorce and other family matters pro bono for people who cannot afford representation. Maaz Akhtar and Abdullah Akhtar both carry pro bono caseloads alongside their commercial practice.
What we handle
- Divorce by mutual consent and contested divorce
- Maintenance under Section 144 BNSS and personal laws
- Child custody and guardianship
- Domestic violence protection orders
- Muslim personal law: khula, mehr, inheritance
- Pro bono representation in family and criminal matters
Frequently asked questions
How long does mutual consent divorce take in Delhi?
Two motions, normally six months apart, under Section 13B of the Hindu Marriage Act or Section 28 of the Special Marriage Act. The family court can waive the six-month waiting period where the parties have already been separated for over a year and there is no chance of reconciliation.
Do you take pro bono matters?
Yes. The firm's partners take on family and criminal matters pro bono where the person cannot afford counsel. Write to us with a short description of the matter.
Who handles this
Related insights
- Maintenance under Section 144 BNSS (formerly 125 CrPC): Rights of Wives, Children and ParentsSection 144 of the BNSS carries forward the summary maintenance remedy that has protected dependants for decades.14 October 2025
- Mutual Consent Divorce in Delhi: The Procedure under Section 13B and Waiver of the Six-Month WaitMutual consent divorce is the quickest and least damaging way to end a marriage when both spouses agree.09 September 2025
The information on this page is general and does not constitute legal advice. Limitation periods and procedures depend on the facts of each matter; please take advice before acting.