Family Law & Divorce Lawyer in Lucknow
Expert legal representation at Lucknow High Court with 20+ years of experience. Get immediate legal assistance for your family law & divorce matters.
Overview
Family law matters require sensitivity, confidentiality, and expert legal knowledge. Advocate Onkar Pandey provides compassionate yet effective representation in divorce, maintenance, child custody, and domestic violence cases at the Lucknow Bench family courts. We understand the emotional complexity of family disputes and provide supportive legal guidance throughout the process.
Our family law practice covers divorce (mutual consent and contested), judicial separation, maintenance (wife and children), child custody and visitation rights, domestic violence protection orders, restitution of conjugal rights, and annulment of marriage. We handle cases under Hindu Marriage Act, Special Marriage Act, and personal laws applicable to different communities.
We represent both husbands and wives in matrimonial disputes, always prioritizing the best interests of children involved. Our approach balances aggressive advocacy with mediation and settlement efforts. Many family disputes benefit from amicable resolution, and we facilitate negotiations while protecting your legal rights. When court proceedings are necessary, we provide strong representation backed by thorough case preparation.
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Office: Chamber A-406
High Court Lucknow, Awadh Bar
Experience Matters
- 20+ Years High Court Practice
- Hundreds of Successful Cases
- Transparent Fee Structure
- 24/7 Emergency Support
Why Choose Us for Family Law & Divorce
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does a divorce take in Lucknow?
Mutual consent divorce takes 6-18 months (minimum 6 months cooling period required). Contested divorce can take 2-5 years depending on complexity, evidence, and whether appeals are filed. We work to expedite proceedings while ensuring your rights are protected.
What are the grounds for divorce in India?
Under Hindu Marriage Act, grounds include: adultery, cruelty, desertion (2 years), conversion to another religion, mental disorder, communicable disease, renunciation, and presumption of death. Additional grounds available to wife include: polygamy, rape, sodomy, or bestiality. Other personal laws have different provisions.
How is child custody decided?
Child custody is decided based on the child's best interests, considering factors like: child's age, preference (if old enough), parent's capability to care, financial stability, moral character, and child's welfare. Generally, young children (below 5-7 years) are given to the mother unless there are strong contrary reasons.
Can I get maintenance during divorce proceedings?
Yes, you can file for interim maintenance under Section 24 of Hindu Marriage Act during divorce proceedings. This covers both living expenses and litigation costs. The amount depends on husband's income, wife's needs, and overall circumstances. We file such applications simultaneously with divorce proceedings.
What about domestic violence protection?
For domestic violence, you can file a complaint under the Domestic Violence Act, 2005 for protection orders, residence orders, maintenance, and compensation. This is a civil remedy available quickly. We also advise on criminal remedies under IPC Section 498A if applicable. Protection orders can be obtained within weeks.
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