“In trying times, compassion and understanding make a difference.”
Family law issues can be emotionally complex because they affect personal relationships. Therefore, it is important that
attorneys guide you through these challenges with professionalism and care. It is also necessary to seek appropriate legal
advice whenever such family disputes arise & It is also recommended that you seek legal advice as soon as possible in
order to avoid lengthy litigation.
Legal Framework of Family Law in Pakistan:
In Pakistan, the Muslim Family Law Ordinance (MFLO) 1961 along with the Dissolution of Muslim Marriages Act, 1939 governs substantive law for family law cases, including marriage, dower, divorce, maintenance, child custody and visitation rights, and inheritance. Family Courts have exclusive jurisdiction of hearing family law cases, with appeals lying to a High Court only.
Rigid and needlessly idealistic legal advice in family law cases can instead prove counter-productive and lead to longlasting bitterness between disputing family members, rather than both parties parting ways and settling their dispute amicably. Therefore, a stage should ideally not be reached where alternative dispute resolution means are ruled out of the equation. Arbitration, as mandated by the Arbitration Council, is a crucial prerequisite under the Muslim Family Laws Ordinance (MFLO) of 1961.
Our Services:
Our firm has extensive experience in family law, and we always advise our clients based on the facts of their individual cases rather than setting unrealistic expectations for them. Our services include, but are not limited to:
