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Facing a Contested Divorce in Delhi NCR? Advocate Shasha Jain, a leading divorce lawyer in Delhi NCR at BLJ Legal, provides compassionate and strategic legal representation in divorce, custody, maintenance, and alimony matters before the Family Courts at Patiala House, Rohini, Dwarka, Saket, and Karkardooma, as well as in Ghaziabad and Noida.
A contested divorce can be one of the most emotionally and legally challenging experiences in a person’s life. As one of the best contested divorce lawyers in Delhi NCR, Advocate Shasha Jain combines extensive courtroom experience with deep understanding of family law to help clients navigate even the most complex disputes with clarity and care. At BLJ Legal, Advocate Shasha Jain provides compassionate and strategic legal representation for clients involved in high-conflict divorce, custody, maintenance, and alimony matters. Recognized among the best family and divorce lawyers in Delhi NCR, Advocate Shasha Jain regularly represents clients before the Family Courts at Patiala House, Rohini, Dwarka, Saket, and Karkardooma, as well as courts in Noida and Ghaziabad, Advocate Shasha Jain ensures clients receive personalized legal support grounded in empathy and precision.
Whether you are filing or defending a contested divorce under the Hindu Marriage Act, Special Marriage Act, Indian Divorce Act, or Dissolution of Muslim Marriages Act, our firm protects your rights at every stage — from petition drafting and interim reliefs to final decrees and appeals before the Delhi High Court or Supreme Court of India. We also handle Special Leave Petitions (SLPs) and transfer petitions, providing complete end-to-end assistance through every stage of matrimonial litigation. Our firm’s approach to contested divorce litigation in Delhi NCR combines strategic advocacy with compassionate counselling.
We recognize that every family dispute is deeply personal. Our goal is not only to protect your legal rights but also to guide you with compassion and dignity through each stage of litigation.
Learn more about our divorce filing process in Delhi, how Family Court procedures work, and what documents are required before initiating or defending a divorce petition. Each stage is carefully guided by our family law advocates in Delhi NCR, ensuring full compliance with court procedures and compassionate handling of sensitive family issues.
1. Initial Consultation and Legal Strategy
Whether you are the petitioner or the defendant, we begin with a private consultation to:
Assess legal eligibility for divorce under Indian family laws
Identify disputed issues, including child custody, alimony, maintenance, and property division
Devise the best legal strategy tailored to your position and interests in the case
All consultations are confidential and guided by decades of combined courtroom experience.
Our team prepares a comprehensive contested divorce petition (for petitioners) or detailed response/defense (for defendants), including:
All legal grounds and claims
Supporting annexures and evidence
Compliance with Delhi Family Court rules across Patiala House, Rohini, Dwarka, Karkardooma, Saket Courts, and Delhi High Court
At BLJ Legal, every divorce petition filed in Delhi/NCR courts is meticulously reviewed to align with the procedural standards of the Family Courts and the Delhi High Court, ensuring precision and compliance from day one.
For both petitioners and defendants, we file applications for interim reliefs if required:
Interim child custody or visitation arrangements
Interim alimony or maintenance
Protection orders in cases involving domestic violence or harassment
This ensures your rights and interests are safeguarded throughout the divorce proceedings.
Our team guides clients on collecting and organizing evidence, preparing witnesses, and presenting statements effectively.
We provide full support for court appearances in Patiala House, Rohini, Dwarka, Karkardooma, Saket, and Delhi High Court, including:
Chief & Cross-examination preparation
Document management for custody, property, and alimony disputes.
Strategic presentation of arguments to strengthen your case
Whether you are filing the petition or responding as the defendant, we evaluate:
Mediation and settlement opportunities for quicker resolution
Preparation for a full trial if disputes cannot be resolved amicably
Legal strategies to ensure the best possible outcome for custody, maintenance, and property disputes
Our assistance continues after the final divorce decree, helping both petitioners and defendants to enforce or comply with court orders:
Custody and visitation rights enforcement
Alimony and maintenance collection
Property division implementation
Ensuring adherence to court directives by the other party
Our firm represents clients in:
Appeals before the Delhi High Court against Family Court judgments
Special Leave Petitions (SLPs) before the Supreme Court of India
Transfer petitions for change of jurisdiction between Delhi and other states
Comprehensive end-to-end representation ensures your case is managed seamlessly from trial to appeal.
In Delhi Family Courts, most divorce cases are filed under the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955. Advocate Shasha Jain at BLJ Legal, Patiala House Courts specializes in drafting and filing divorce petitions on grounds such as cruelty, desertion, adultery, and irretrievable breakdown of marriage. We prepare petitions under Section 13 HMA for contested divorce, Section 13B HMA for mutual consent divorce, and draft detailed replies to false or frivolous petitions.
We also handle interim applications under Section 24 and 26 HMA for maintenance, custody, and expenses, ensuring your rights are protected throughout proceedings.
Couples married under the Special Marriage Act, 1954 can seek divorce in Delhi Family Courts by filing petitions under Section 27 SMA. Our team drafts precise petitions for annulment or divorce on grounds like cruelty, adultery, desertion, or non-consummation.
Advocate Shasha Jain also assists in replying to contested petitions and filing interim relief applications for alimony, custody, or protection orders. With deep knowledge of Delhi High Court and Supreme Court precedents, we ensure your case is backed by strong legal reasoning and up-to-date case law.
For Christians in Delhi, divorce petitions are filed under the Indian Divorce Act, 1869. At BLJ Legal, we draft petitions under Sections 10, 22 & 23 IDA for divorce, judicial separation, or nullity.
Whether you are the petitioner or the respondent, Advocate Shasha Jain prepares meticulous pleadings, ensuring compliance with Family Court rules in Delhi. Interim applications for custody, alimony, and injunctions are also strategically handled to safeguard client interests.
Muslim women in Delhi can file petitions under the Dissolution of Muslim Marriages Act, 1939, citing grounds such as cruelty, desertion, failure to provide maintenance, or other recognized causes.
Advocate Shasha Jain has extensive experience in drafting divorce petitions for Muslim women and defending respondents against misuse of the law. Our practice also covers custody, mehr recovery, and maintenance claims under Section 125 CrPC/ 144 BNSS alongside divorce proceedings.
Choosing the right contested divorce lawyer in Delhi can make all the difference. At BLJ Legal, our female divorce lawyer in Delhi, Advocate Shasha Jain, brings both sensitivity and strength to every case, ensuring clients receive holistic legal and emotional support.
At BLJ Legal, we understand that divorce is not just a legal process, but an emotional and financial journey. Our experienced team of contested divorce lawyers in Delhi provides compassionate, yet effective legal solutions to protect your rights throughout the proceedings. Whether you're dealing with a high-conflict divorce, child custody disputes, or alimony issues, we offer comprehensive legal support tailored to your needs.
A contested divorce can take anywhere between 2 to 5 years, depending on the complexity of issues such as custody, alimony, and evidence, as well as the cooperation between parties and court workload.
The legal grounds depend on the law governing the marriage, such as the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, Special Marriage Act, 1954, Indian Divorce Act, 1869, or the Dissolution of Muslim Marriages Act, 1939. Common grounds include cruelty, adultery, desertion, conversion, mental disorder, and irretrievable breakdown of marriage.
Contested divorce petitions are generally filed before the Family Courts having jurisdiction over the area where the couple last resided together or where either spouse currently resides. Appeals and certain transfer petitions may be heard before the Delhi High Court or, in specific cases, the Hon’ble Supreme Court of India.
Yes. Either spouse may seek interim maintenance, child custody, or visitation rights during the divorce process. These are considered by the court under the relevant provisions of the applicable marriage law to ensure fairness and protection of dependents.
Yes. A transfer petition can be filed before the Delhi High Court (for transfers within Delhi) or the Supreme Court of India (for transfers between states) if one party faces genuine hardship or safety concerns in attending the proceedings.
If a respondent spouse fails to appear despite due notice, the court may proceed ex parte, deciding the case on the basis of the petitioner’s evidence and documents.
Yes. A party aggrieved by a Family Court’s decision may file an appeal before the Delhi High Court, and in some cases, a Special Leave Petition (SLP) may be preferred before the Supreme Court of India.
If your question is not listed here, you can contact us directly for a confidential legal opinion.
If you are going through a divorce or need assistance with family law issues, Advocate Shasha Jain is here to provide you with expert legal advice and representation for your contested divorce case. Get in touch for a confidential consultation to discuss your divorce case and explore the best possible solutions.
📍 Address: Chamber No. 314, Patiala House Court, Near India Gate, Supreme Court, New Delhi 110001
📞 Phone: 8851632512
📧 Email: legalblj@gmail.com
At BLJ Legal, your peace of mind and fair outcome are our highest priorities — we stand beside you from the first consultation to the final resolution
