Family and Marriage Law

Parenting time is the legal term used to describe the right of a parent to have regular contact with their child, including overnight stays and scheduled visits. It is typically determined by the court in child custody arrangements.

Child support is the legal term used to describe the financial obligation of a parent to support their child, including providing for the child's basic needs such as food, clothing, housing, and education.

A custody order is a legal document issued by a court that outlines child custody and support arrangements, including who will have primary custody of the child, the amount of child support to be paid, and the schedule for visitation and communication between parents and children.

Child custody modification is the legal process of changing or adjusting child custody or support arrangements, typically due to a change in circumstances or the needs of the child.

Parental religious rights refer to the legal right of parents to make decisions about their child's religious upbringing, including the choice of religious instruction and participation in religious activities.

The child's right to both parents refers to the legal principle that children have the right to maintain a relationship with both of their parents, even if the parents are separated or divorced.

Child custody litigation refers to the legal process of resolving child custody and support disputes through the court system, typically involving a trial and a decision by a judge.

Child support enforcement refers to the legal process of ensuring that child support orders are followed and that payments are made as required.

Irreconcilable differences is not a ground for divorce in India. The grounds for divorce in India are adultery, cruelty, desertion, and unsoundness of mind.

In India, the mother is generally given the primary responsibility for the care and upbringing of a child after divorce, unless there are exceptional circumstances.

The financial status of the parents is not a factor considered by courts when determining child custody. The primary factors considered are the age of the child, the wishes of the child, and the child's relationship with each parent.

Parenting plan is the legal term for the court order that determines the terms of child custody and visitation. It outlines the specific arrangements for the care and upbringing of the child.

Alimony is the legal term for the financial support provided by one spouse to the other after divorce. It is intended to ensure that both spouses have adequate financial resources to maintain their standard of living.

Bird's nest custody is not a type of child custody arrangement. Sole custody, joint custody, and split custody are the most common types of child custody arrangements.

Adoption is the legal term for the process of legally adopting a child. It involves the transfer of parental rights and responsibilities from the birth parents to the adoptive parents.