For individuals
Family & personal status
Family cases affect clients and their children directly, and call for a precise understanding of the Personal Status Law as well as patience. We act for husbands, wives, guardians and heirs in Hail, seek an agreed solution wherever one is possible, and litigate when that is necessary.
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What we handle
- Divorce, khul' and judicial annulment of marriage
- Custody, visitation and handover of children
- Assessment of maintenance for a wife and children, and applications to increase or reduce it
- Proof of marriage, divorce or revocation of divorce
- Claims for deferred dowry and a wife's rights after separation
- Determination of heirs and division of estates
- Appointment of a guardian or custodian for a minor and oversight of the minor's property
- Appeals against personal status judgments
How we handle the file
We listen to the client and pin down exactly what is being sought: divorce, khul' or annulment; custody or visitation; past or future maintenance. The precise claim determines what has to be proved. We explain the position under the Personal Status Law of 1443H and explore with the client whether an agreement can be reached through reconciliation, before or during proceedings. When a claim is filed, we draft it, register it through Najiz and attend the hearings before the Personal Status Court. After judgment we follow through on enforcement, such as the handover of a child or collection of maintenance, before the Enforcement Court.
Common questions
What is the difference between divorce, khul' and annulment?
Divorce (talaq) is pronounced by the husband. Khul' is a separation sought by the wife in return for compensation she gives. Annulment (faskh) is ordered by the court where a ground recognised by law is proved, such as harm or failure to provide maintenance. Each has different consequences for the dowry and financial rights, and the right route depends on the facts.
Who gets custody after separation?
The Personal Status Law sets an order of priority for custody and conditions the custodian must meet, but the court's guiding standard is the child's best interests. The outcome can therefore differ between families depending on the child's age and each parent's circumstances.
Do I have to go through reconciliation before court?
Many personal status cases are referred to reconciliation before or during the hearing, with the aim of reaching an agreement that saves both sides time. If no settlement is reached the case continues before the court, and a lawyer can represent you at both stages.
General information only. The answer in your case depends on its facts and documents.
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