Family Lawyers in Chennai

 Family cases are civil cases, but they typically involve issues involving spouses, parents, and children. Family courts hear a wide variety of cases involving family issues.

MARRIAGE DISSOLUTION:

If a couple wishes to end their marriage, they can file a case in family court and request a court order for mutual divorce.

Divorce or annulment proceedings can put an end to a wedding. The high court/Supreme Court may also grant a divorce, in which the court issues orders regarding property, child custody, and alimony, but both parties remain legally married.

You can also look for additional information on the Divorce or Separation.

CHILD CUSTODY AND PATERNITY:

When a man wants to be confirmed as the father of a child (or) parent, he can file a case in family court asking the court to rule on parenthood. This permanent establishes the child's father. Unmarried parents can also petition the court to establish legal custody, physical custody, and child support. More information about these types of cases can be found on the Custody & Child Support website.

MATTERS CONCERNING CHILDREN

Family court is in charge of all cases involving allegations of child abuse or minors accused of illegal behaviour. The District Attorney Division bench deals with most of these issues. The family court may also support work authorization for minors under the age of 14.