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- Who will the children live with?
- What will happen to the house?
- How to divide the rest of the marital assets?
- How long will it take to resolve the divorce and how much will it cost?
Our team has a wealth of experience and knowledge in handling legal complexities. We understand that needing a family lawyer will most likely be the most important legal advice you will ever seek. That’s why our expert, friendly team can offer you confidential, informative advice and assistance, in an environment you can trust.
We represent individuals in all aspects of Family Law such as Domestic & International Divorce, Mutual Consent, Financial Issues, Spousal Maintenance, Lump Sum Orders, Transfer of Properties, Domestic Violence, Civil Partnership Dissolution, Prenuptial Agreements, Separation, Chabitation Agreements Children Matters (where they will live and how often they spend time with you), Court Proceedings and Domestic Abuse. We are fully equipped to deal with Indian marriages as well as those outside the jurisdiction.
Merlyn Law Firm’s family law team works with the objective of serving your legal needs when you need it the most. The lawyers are supported by excellent staff which ensures that our clients receive unparalleled service. We understand the importance of providing sound legal advice and offering pragmatic solutions, which are tailored to our clients’ particular set of circumstances.
International Divorces
With the rise in the mobility of families and international marriages, the consequences of marital and relationship breakdown increasingly have a cross – jurisdictional dimension. Cases involving conflict of law, international movement of children and the application of foreign law are becoming common, particularly in India.
We can provide advice on all family cases with an international dimension as well as assisting international clients with a wide variety of questions about how the Indian legal system might apply to them, taking advantage of our links with leading family lawyers from around the globe where necessary.
The choice of jurisdiction for divorce can have a significant impact on the size and structure of a financial settlement. Rules regarding which assets are eligible for inclusion in the divorce settlement and disclosure requirements or those regarding maintenance vary from country to country. Our team regularly advises on choice of forum, sometimes referred to as “forum shopping”.
Merlyn Law Firm is at the forefront of thought leadership in the field of international family law and our team members have contributed to a number of international divorce cases & settlements.
Divorce Advocate
Divorce can be confusing and complicated. Our team will provide guidance in relation to the divorce process, your children and finances. As members of Resolution, we provide clear and constructive answers that cater to your individual needs in the best interests of you and your family.
Financial Issues
It can be a daunting exercise when considering all your financial assets. However we can assist you through the process. There are a number of provisions that you can consider applying for:
Maintenance Order is an order that requires the financially stronger spouse to make monthly payments to the financially weaker spouse and in some instances for the children.
Lump sum order is when one spouse is ordered to pay to the other spouse a specific sum.
Property adjustment order is where property is transferred to one spouse from the other.
Pension orders is where a pension is either split in two (not necessarily in equal shares) for the benefit of the other spouse or where one persons pension is directed to be paid to the other.
Initially we will always try and reach a financial settlement on your behalf with the other side outside of court, as this is the most cost effective and fastest resolution. We would begin by ensuring full financial disclosure with the other side and requesting the same. Once a settlement is achieved between the parties then a consent order is drafted according to the terms of the agreement. The draft consent order is then submitted to the court to be finalised. By having the settlement finalised at court it ensures that both parties are bound to the terms and do not break them at a later date. Of course it is not always possible to reach an agreement and at times matters end up at court. In such circumstances we will act in your best interest. We work closely with a number of accountants who are experts in this field. Our experience and skills are among the finest in India.
Children’s Issues
Every parent is entitled to see their child. Our specialised team can help determine issues such as where your child will live, who will make the major decisions for the child and the amount of time they spends with each parent. Our specialist team will advise you of your rights.
Domestic Violence
Grandparents Rights
Children should have the right to see both their parents and grandparents. Often the rights of grandparents to see their children are overlooked and everybody suffers as a result. But grandparents do have rights when it comes to their grandchildren. Our specialist family law team can help you gain access to and contact with your loved ones.
Father’s Rights
Sometimes the law can seem unfair when it comes to seeing your children but rest assured, fathers do have rights. It is important to know what they are. Our specialised team has helped many fathers establish contact and build relationships with their own children, some for the very first time.
Prenuptial Agreements
Today, greater importance is being placed on prenuptial agreements as a way of safeguarding personal assets in the event of a divorce. We will guide you through the entire prenuptial process from start to finish, including drafting the agreement itself.