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Notes on civil, criminal and family practice in Delhi

12
OCT
Bail matters
Criminal

When bail can be sought in a Delhi criminal case

Bail depends on the offence, the stage of the case and the reasons recorded by the court. Early advice helps you prepare the right application.

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28
SEP
Cheque bounce
Cheque Bounce

What to do after a cheque is dishonoured

A dishonoured cheque needs a legal notice within the limitation period. Delay can weaken a complaint under the Negotiable Instruments Act.

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04
SEP
Civil disputes
Civil

How civil disputes over property are taken to court

Title papers, possession and the right court all matter before a civil suit is filed in Delhi. A weak plaint is hard to repair later.

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18
AUG
Criminal defence
Criminal

First steps after a criminal complaint is filed

Read the complaint, note the dates and do not ignore a court summons. The defence is built from the record, not from rumours.

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02
AUG
Matrimonial disputes
Family

Matrimonial cases: mediation before a long trial

Many Delhi family matters start with mediation. Settlement on maintenance, custody and residence can close a case faster than a contest.

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15
JUL
Family disputes
Family

Family disputes and the records you should keep

Keep messages, expenses and orders in one file. Family courts look at conduct and documents, not only at what is said in the hearing.

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