Family & Personal Status Law 

What is meant by personal status issues?
Personal status cases are legal matters pertaining to family and personal relationships, including divorce, khula (divorce initiated by the wife), annulment of marriage, custody, alimony, visitation rights, establishing paternity, and all post-divorce procedures. Our aim is to protect the rights of all parties and safeguard the best interests of the children, in accordance with the laws of the Kingdom.

Why are personal status issues considered sensitive?
These issues touch upon family relationships and personal life, and can have a significant psychological and social impact on all parties, especially children. Therefore, they are handled with great care and sensitivity to ensure the rights of each party and minimize any conflicts as much as possible.

How does the office provide its services in personal status cases?
We provide expert legal advice and pave the way for effective solutions. We prepare all legal memoranda and defenses, and follow up on proceedings before the relevant courts. We also strive to resolve disputes amicably whenever possible, while maintaining strict confidentiality in every case.

What are the main services offered by the office in this department?

  1. Divorce, khula (divorce initiated by the wife), and annulment: Filing cases and following up on legal procedures to ensure the rights of the spouses.
  2. Custody and visitation: Regulating children's rights in accordance with the best interests of the child, and procedures for receiving and caring for the child.
  3. Alimony and enumeration of rights: Accurately defining financial obligations and preserving the rights of beneficiaries.
  4. Proof of lineage: Submitting legal applications to establish the parentage of children or related claims.
  5. Post-divorce procedures: Such as adjusting alimony, regulating visitation, and settling legal relations between former spouses.

Post-divorce procedures:
We prioritize the best interests of the child in all legal proceedings, including custody and visitation, and ensure a safe and stable environment for them. We also offer expert advice to help parents resolve disputes amicably whenever possible.

Can personal status cases be settled amicably?
Yes, we always strive to resolve disputes amicably whenever possible, to minimize psychological and social tension. However, if an amicable solution cannot be reached, we represent our clients in court with the utmost competence to safeguard their rights.

What distinguishes the office in dealing with personal status cases?
Our excellence comes from combining deep legal expertise with human sensitivity, where we ensure:

  • Complete confidentiality for each case.
  • Close monitoring of all legal procedures.
  • Providing practical and effective solutions for all parties.
  • Protecting children's rights and their best interests.