Divorce & Family Law Advocates
Considered legal representation for matrimonial & family matters.
The Divorce Law Firm, founded by Advocate Aarun Chanda, represents clients across divorce, child custody, domestic violence and maintenance matters in Mumbai and Pune — favouring early resolution through mediation, and rigorous representation in court when it is required.
About the Firm
Founded on the belief that litigation is a last resort.
The Divorce Law Firm is founded by Advocate Aarun Chanda, who believes that all wars are subject to collateral damage. The firm holds that litigation ought to be the last resort in matrimonial disputes.
Our approach favours early resolution through mediation, with rigorous follow-up with opposing counsel toward an out-of-court settlement. Where mediation does not succeed, we move quickly to expedite proceedings — every date missed in court prolongs a litigant's difficulties.
Advocate Aarun Chanda is assisted by a team of young, professional lawyers and legal experts focused on understanding each client's needs and providing efficient, quality work. The firm's offices are equipped to support time-efficient, result-oriented service for clients in Mumbai and Pune.
Mumbai Office
Chamber No. 10, 2nd Floor, Examiner Press Building, Dalal Street, Fort, Mumbai 400001.
View on map →Pune Office
Bramha House, Above Bikaner Sweets, Near Kohinoor Restaurant, 250/251, M.G. Road, Camp, Pune, Maharashtra 411001.
View on map →Our Approach
How the firm works for you
Mediation first
We believe in early resolution of disputes through mediation, followed up rigorously with opposing counsel toward an out-of-court settlement.
Decisive in court
When mediation fails, we expedite legal proceedings and take steps in court promptly — every missed date prolongs a client's difficulties.
A dedicated team
Advocate Aarun Chanda is supported by young, professional lawyers with a dedicated focus on each client's needs.
Time-efficient service
Our offices are equipped with modern work aids so our associate lawyers can deliver time-efficient, result-oriented service.
Legal Services
Areas of practice
Annulment of Marriage
A petition for the annulment of marriage is moved on certain grounds specified in various matrimonial laws.
Read more →Contested Divorce
Where a party desirous of divorce approaches the Family Court or Civil Court for dissolution of marriage.
Read more →Contested Divorce Procedure
Contested divorce proceedings commence with the filing of a divorce petition.
Read more →Mutual Consent Divorce
Divorce by mutual consent is the simplest and easiest way of dissolving a marriage.
Read more →498A & Other Criminal Proceedings
India has civil laws, criminal laws and special legislative acts addressing the tradition of dowry.
Read more →Domestic Violence
Alongside criminal remedies, a civil remedy was introduced in 2005 (amended 2006) for domestic violence.
Read more →Maintenance
Maintenance is regarded as a duty — historically a Hindu's duty toward dependent relations, binding both person and property.
Read more →Transfer Petition in Supreme Court
A transfer petition may be filed in the Supreme Court or High Court, by either the prosecuting or contesting party.
Read more →Latest Judgements
Recent matrimonial law analysis
- The Fight Against Malicious Prosecution And Defamation In Matrimonial Litigation
- Malicious Prosecution Of Husband And His Family Members By The Wife
- Beyond Physical Harm — Emotional Exclusion As Matrimonial Cruelty
- Conversion, Bigamy and the Limits of Personal Law: Sarla Mudgal v. Union of India
- Malicious Prosecution and the Right to Reputation in Divorce Cases
Articles & Guides
Reading on divorce & family law
Book a Consultation
Speak with the firm about your matter.
Every matrimonial matter is different. Get in touch to discuss your circumstances with our Mumbai or Pune office.
Book ConsultationFrequently Asked Questions
FAQs
- What is divorce?
- Why is divorce required?
- How is divorce obtained?
- Procedure
- Limitation
- Jurisdiction
- What is marriage?
- What are the conditions of marriage?
- What are the ceremonies for marriage?
- When will one be called married?
- Where is the marriage registered?
- What are the advantages of a marriage certificate?
- Common questions on custody, guardianship and visitation rights in matrimonial matters.
- Common questions on maintenance for spouses and children.
Contact
Get in touch
Mumbai Office
Chamber No. 10, 2nd Floor, Examiner Press Building, Dalal Street, Fort, Mumbai 400001.
View on map →Pune Office
Bramha House, Above Bikaner Sweets, Near Kohinoor Restaurant, 250/251, M.G. Road, Camp, Pune, Maharashtra 411001.
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