Family matters handled with discretion
Divorce, child custody, maintenance, partition of ancestral property and adoption.
Family disputes in Nepal are governed largely by the Muluki Civil Code, which covers marriage and its dissolution, the custody and maintenance of children, and the partition of family property.
We act in both negotiated separations and contested proceedings, and we are candid from the outset about which of the two a situation is likely to become.
What we handle
- Divorce and judicial separation
- Child custody and visitation
- Maintenance and alimony claims
- Partition of ancestral property
- Adoption and guardianship
- Domestic violence protection orders
- Property settlement between spouses
A settlement both sides can live with usually costs less than the judgment one side wins.
Why choose Anvi Legal for family matters
Family cases are decided on evidence as much as on sympathy, and partition claims in particular turn on documents that take time to assemble. We start that work early, and what you tell us stays confidential.
Frequently asked questions
On what grounds can a divorce be granted?
The Civil Code sets out specific grounds, and some differ depending on which spouse applies. Divorce by mutual consent is also available where both parties agree on the terms.
Who is granted custody of a child?
The court decides on the welfare of the child, taking the age of the child into account. Custody and maintenance are decided separately, so a parent without custody may still be liable to contribute.
Can a daughter claim a share of ancestral property?
Sons and daughters have equal rights in a partition claim. Whether a particular property forms part of the ancestral estate is usually the question that has to be established first.
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