Domestic Violence is not just about physical abuse; it includes verbal, emotional, and economic abuse. If you are facing this, your immediate priority is SAFETY. The PWDV Act, 2005 empowers the Magistrate to grant you immediate relief. 1. The Protection Order (Section 18) If you fear for your safety, we can file an application where …
Introduction : Live-In Relationship In India, the concept of marriage is evolving. Many young couples prefer to know each other through a “Live-in Relationship” before tying the knot. But the biggest question I face in my Dwarka office is: “Sir, is this legal? Can the police arrest us?” The Legal Stance Let me be clear: …
Is Live-in Relationship Legal? Why You Need an Agreement | Advocate Ajay Malik Read More »
Marrying the person you love should be a joyous occasion, not a terrifying one. However, in many parts of India, couples face threats from their families. As a lawyer practicing in the Delhi High Court, I want to assure you: The Law is on Your Side. Love Marriage. What is a Protection Order? After your …
Love Marriage with Police Protection: A Legal Guide by Advocate Ajay Malik Read More »
As a practicing Advocate in the Delhi High Court, I often see clients confused about their rights when a spouse leaves. Section 9 is a powerful tool provided by the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955… One of the most distressing situations in a marriage is when a spouse leaves the matrimonial home without a valid reason. …
The mother always wins.” This is the most dangerous myth I hear from fathers sitting across my desk. They walk in defeated, believing they are destined to be weekend visitors in their own children’s lives. I am here to tell you: The law has changed. As a father and a lawyer, I understand that a …
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“She earns more than me, yet she wants maintenance.” I hear this often. Maintenance laws are meant to prevent vagrancy, not to punish husbands. In my practice, I focus on exposing the financial reality of the case to the court. We use Income Affidavits effectively to show the court that the petitioner does not require …
My Guide to Reducing Maintenance: Don’t Be a Victim. Read More »
I receive calls every week from terrified individuals – businessmen, students, professionals – who made one mistake and are now living in a nightmare. A 30-second video call has become a tool for life-altering blackmail. My Message to You: The shame is not yours. The crime is theirs. The biggest mistake you can make is …
Trapped by a Cyber Blackmailer? Here is Your Exit Strategy. Read More »
It is the worst financial nightmare: paying rent for the house you live in AND paying EMI for a house the builder hasn’t finished. As a property lawyer, I tell my clients: stop visiting the builder’s office and begging for updates. It won’t work. Only legal action works. RERA was created specifically to solve this …
Stop Paying for a Home You Can’t Live In. Use RERA Power. Read More »
As a family lawyer, I have seen the worst of contested divorces. False 498A cases, domestic violence allegations, and endless court dates that destroy mental peace. I always tell my clients: If you can agree to separate, do not fight in court. Mutual Consent Divorce is not giving up; it is smart strategy. It is …
Don’t Fight. Separating Dignifiedly via Mutual Consent. Read More »
“Better safe than sorry.” In criminal law, this translates to: “Get Bail BEFORE they come for you.” Many people make the mistake of waiting until the police knock on their door. By then, it is often too late for Anticipatory Bail, and we have to fight for Regular Bail while you are behind bars. My …
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