Filing for a mutual consent divorce in India under Section 13B of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 or Section 28 of the Special Marriage Act, 1954 follows a structured legal workflow. Under the guidance of Adv. Jyoti Chavhan (Advocate High Court), the procedure is completed efficiently with maximum confidentiality.
Finalizing permanent alimony, child custody, visitation schedules, and return of stridhan/property in a written settlement deed.
Filing joint petition (Section 13B-1) before the Family Court along with marriage certificate, residence proof, and photographs.
Both spouses appear before the judge to confirm their consent under oath. Court passes First Motion Order.
Statutory 6-month cooling period begins. A waiver application can be filed before court if all settlements are finalized.
Filing Second Motion petition (Section 13B-2), recording final statements, and receiving legally binding Decree of Divorce.