Under Indian law, common grounds for divorce include cruelty (physical or mental), adultery, desertion for at least two years, conversion to another religion, unsoundness of mind, and not being heard alive for seven years.
If you’re seeking divorce services in India, your lawyer will evaluate which ground is applicable under your personal law (e.g., Hindu Marriage Act, 1955, or other applicable statute).

A mutual consent divorce is where both spouses agree to end the marriage and jointly file a petition (for example under Section 13B of the Hindu Marriage Act).

Typically:
1.Both spouses must agree on all major issues (child custody, alimony, property).

2.They must have lived separately for at least one year and have been unable to live together.

3. There is a cooling-off period (often six months) which may in some cases be waived.

This type of divorce is usually faster and less acrimonious, making it a key service area for couples wanting a smoother separation.

1. For mutual consent divorce: Generally around 6-18 months, assuming cooperation and complete documentation.

2. For a contested divorce (one spouse does not agree or fault is alleged): It can take 2 to 5 years or longer depending on complexity, proof required, backlog of the court.

When you engage premium divorce services in India, timelines may improve due to experienced representation and streamlined process management.

Yes, you can file a contested divorce under the relevant law even if your spouse does not cooperate, provided you meet jurisdictional requirements and grounds for divorce are established.

If your spouse is abroad (for example as an NRI or OCI), engaging a firm with global reach and virtual consultation capability is beneficial (which matches the premium positioning of LawCrust). Ensure service of notice and jurisdiction are properly handled.

Essential documents typically include:

1. Marriage certificate.

2. Proof of identity and address of both spouses.

3. Affidavits/statements detailing grounds or mutual consent, separation period, etc.

4. Financial documents (income slips, bank statements) especially for contested cases or maintenance claims.

When positioning a premium brand like LawCrust, ensuring clients are alerted early to correct documentation reduces delays and supports smoother service.

Costs vary widely based on type of divorce (mutual vs contested), complexity (custody, assets, international dimension), city/court, lawyer’s experience, and service level. Some general guidelines for budgets include legal fees, court fees, document preparation, expert reports, etc.
As a premium service provider you can position transparent fee bands, value-added services (virtual consultations, NRI liaison, global asset strategy) and emphasise high-quality outcomes.

Child custody decisions are determined in the “best interests of the child” principle. The court considers age of child, gender (in some cases), parental capacity, welfare etc.

Maintenance (alimony/child support) may be sought by the spouse or child depending on circumstances. Earning capacity of each, standard of living during marriage, and other factors are considered.

One of the premium legal service offerings in a high-net-worth context is bespoke custody & maintenance strategy aligning with your “bespoke solutions” brand angle.