Family & Divorce Law
Bell View Apartment
We explain each step of mutual and contested divorce, help you understand what counts as cruelty, and guide you on the right documents and where to file.
Pricing Guide
Legal Strategy Consultation
Session Scope
- Duration: 45 to 60 minutes in-chamber meeting at Ulsoor office.
- Fact Check: Verification of filing eligibility based on marriage duration (1-year rule) and current residence.
- Jurisdiction: Confirming if the case falls under Bangalore Family Court jurisdiction.
Strategic Assessment
- Evidence Review: Evaluating strength of proofs for 'Cruelty' or 'Adultery' using WhatsApp chats and emails.
- Timeline Roadmap: Step-by-step explanation of court procedures, including cooling-off periods and waiver possibilities.
- Settlement Feasibility: Rough calculation of potential alimony, maintenance, and asset splits for mutual consent scenarios.
Deliverables
- Action Plan: Verbal roadmap of the legal approach.
- Litigation Quote: Custom fee estimate for the full case based on complexity.
Mutual Consent Divorce Package
Drafting & Documentation
- MOU Creation: Custom drafting of Memorandum of Understanding covering Alimony, Child Custody, and Asset Distribution.
- Petition Drafting: Preparation of both First Motion and Second Motion petitions under the relevant Marriage Act.
- Affidavits: Creation of sworn affidavits required for both parties.
Court Representation
- Filing: Physical filing of documents at the Family Court.
- Hearings: Counsel appearance for the First Motion hearing and the Second Motion hearing (post 6 months).
- Waiver Application: Drafting and arguing for the waiver of the statutory 6-month cooling-off period (if applicable).
Process Management
- Counseling Prep: Briefing on how to navigate the mandatory court counseling session.
- Logistics: Management of court file movement and date generation.
Contested Divorce: Filing & Initiation
Case Preparation
- Grounds Analysis: Curation of specific incidents regarding mental cruelty, desertion, or financial deprivation.
- Electronic Evidence: Organizing chats, emails, and photos into admissible court annexures (Section 65B compliance).
- Strategy Memo: Finalizing the legal grounds with the highest probability of success.
Drafting & Filing
- Main Petition: Drafting the primary divorce petition or the detailed reply if defending.
- Interim Application: Drafting one application for immediate relief (e.g., Interim Maintenance or Temporary Custody).
- Court Filing: Procedural filing at the jurisdictional Family Court.
Initial Representation
- First Hearing: Counsel appearance to get the case admitted and notice issued to the spouse.
- Authorization: Processing of Vakalatnama.
Note on Ongoing Costs
- Future Hearings: This fee covers initiation only. Subsequent hearings are charged separately per appearance (approx. INR 3,500 to INR 5,000).
About Family & Divorce Law
Navigating family and divorce law in India can feel overwhelming. I get that - emotions run high, and the legal jargon doesn’t make it easier. My approach is straight up: break down the process, so you actually know what’s happening and what’s possible.
Divorce Paths: Mutual or Contested
If both partners want out, mutual consent divorce is usually smoother. We sort out alimony, child custody arrangements, and splitting stuff - all clearly explained, no hidden surprises. Courts ask for a cooling-off period (six months), but sometimes we can get that waived if you’ve got a strong reason.
If things aren’t mutual, then it’s a contested divorce. Here, you need solid grounds - cruelty, desertion, adultery. I’ll help you figure out if your situation fits and what’s next.
What Counts as Cruelty?
Honestly, it’s not just about physical harm. Mental cruelty is a big deal in Indian courts. Stuff like constant taunts, false police cases, forcing you to quit work, or no intimacy can all add up. You’ll need proof - chats, emails, witness statements, even medical records.
Filing Basics
You can’t file for divorce in the first year of marriage. Where to file? Depends - could be where you got married, lived together last, or where the wife lives now.
If you want clarity and someone to walk you through the mutual consent divorce process, or you’re unsure about grounds for contested divorce, I’m here to help, no drama.
Meet your Expert
JK Legal
My Story
Hey, we’re JK Legal. Friends, clients, even random folks keep asking us—what’s really going on in law? So we thought, chalo (let’s go), let’s share what we actually do. Too much filmi (movie-style) drama out there, real law’s not like that. We’re here to clear up legal myths, break stuff down, and chat honestly. You want to know? Just ask, we’re happy to talk.
My Work
Legal Services in Divorce & Medical Negligence - We handle mutual consent divorce, contested divorce cases, medical negligence in India, plus civil litigation and unfair trade practices.
Explaining Law Without Jargon - We explain divorce grounds and medical negligence simply, so you actually get what’s happening.
Setting Expectations Straight - Not every failed treatment is negligence, not every fight is cruelty. We’ll tell you what’s real, no drama.
Evidence Matters - We guide you on proof—WhatsApp evidence in court, emails, photos, whatever builds your case strong.
