Trusted Child Custody Team

Child Custody & Guardianship

When parents separate, decisions about a child's care, residence, and upbringing matter more than anything else. We help parents reach arrangements — or represent them in court — with the child's welfare at the centre.

15+
Years Experience
Child-First
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The Basics

What Guides Custody Decisions

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The Child's Best Interests

Indian courts decide custody based on the welfare of the child — not automatically in favour of either parent.

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Different Types of Custody

Physical, legal, and joint custody are distinct arrangements — the right structure depends on your family's specific situation.

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Visitation Rights

The non-custodial parent is usually entitled to clearly defined visitation — an important part of most custody orders.

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Interstate & International Cases

Custody disputes across state or national borders involve additional legal complexity requiring specific experience.

Complete Coverage

Our Child Custody Services

Arrangements that work for your family, argued or negotiated with care.

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Physical

Physical Custody Petitions

Establishing where the child will primarily reside, with a clear and enforceable custody arrangement.

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Joint

Joint & Shared Custody

Structuring shared parenting arrangements where both parents remain actively involved in the child's life.

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Visitation

Visitation Rights

Securing or defending clear, workable visitation schedules for the non-custodial parent.

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Guardianship

Guardian and Wards Act Petitions

Petitions under the Guardians and Wards Act for legal guardianship, including for a minor's property.

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Change

Custody Modification

Applications to modify an existing custody order where circumstances have materially changed.

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Cross-Border

Interstate & International Disputes

Representation in custody disputes where one parent relocates across states or internationally.

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Mediation

Custody Mediation

Facilitated discussion to reach a parenting arrangement both parents can agree to, without a contested hearing.

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Enforcement

Enforcement of Custody Orders

Action where an existing custody or visitation order isn't being honoured by the other parent.

How It Works

Your Custody Case Journey

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Consultation & Assessment

We understand your family's situation and the child's needs, and explain the realistic custody options available.

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Petition Filing

We draft and file the custody or guardianship petition before the appropriate family court.

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Hearings & Welfare Assessment

The court may consider a welfare assessment, the child's preference (where appropriate), and each parent's circumstances.

Order & Ongoing Compliance

Once the custody order is passed, we help ensure it's honoured — or assist with modification if needed later.

Fees

Transparent, Case-Based Fees

Fees depend on whether the matter is a mediated arrangement or a fully contested custody battle, and whether cross-border elements are involved. We assess your matter and share a clear fee estimate upfront.

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Why Choose Vakil Help Desk?

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Experienced Advocates

15+ years handling custody and guardianship matters with sensitivity.

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Child-First Approach

Every case built around what genuinely serves the child's welfare.

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Mediation-First

We explore workable arrangements before defaulting to a contested hearing.

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Transparent Fees

A clear fee estimate shared before you commit — no hidden charges added later.

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Regular Case Updates

You're kept informed after every hearing.

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Pan-India Network

Access to verified family law advocates across India, including for interstate matters.

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