Delhi High Court lawyer
Advocate Karan Dua appears in matrimonial appeals, transfer petitions, FIR quashing, writ petitions, revisions and bail before the Delhi High Court. The High Court is not a court of first instance for divorce or custody, so the first step is to assess which remedy fits your order or case.
Delhi High Court, Sher Shah Road, New Delhi
Delhi’s district courts and Family Courts
Near Supreme Court Metro Station
Video consultations available
About the Delhi High Court
The Delhi High Court is the High Court for the National Capital Territory. For matrimonial litigants it is the forum for appeals, transfer, quashing and writs, and its jurisdiction covers Delhi’s courts. Courts in Gurugram, Faridabad and Noida fall under other High Courts.
What it is and where
- Address: Delhi High Court, Sher Shah Road, New Delhi.
- Jurisdiction: Appeals, revisions, writs and transfer matters arising from Delhi’s district courts and Family Courts.
- Benches: Single Judge and Division Bench matters, listed as per the court’s roster.
- Timings: Set by the court and subject to holidays and notices. The chambers will confirm before you travel.
How a matter is brought
- Filing: Petitions and appeals are filed through the High Court’s filing system, with the prescribed court fee and certified copies where needed.
- Mediation: Matrimonial matters may be referred to the court’s Mediation and Conciliation Centre.
- Case status: Track a case on the Delhi High Court website or the eCourts portal.
Which matters come before the High Court
The High Court does not hear divorce, custody or maintenance cases at first instance. Those begin in the Family Court. It hears appeals, revisions and writs against orders made there, and certain quashing and transfer matters.
Strict time limits apply. An appeal against a Family Court decree must ordinarily be filed within 30 days (Section 19 of the Family Courts Act), so contact the chambers as early as you can.
Our practice at the Delhi High Court
Appellate and supervisory remedies in matrimonial matters, advised and argued by the same advocate.
First appeals
Appeals against divorce decrees and orders on custody and maintenance from Delhi’s Family Courts, filed within the limitation period.
Transfer petitions
Moving a matrimonial case between courts in Delhi. Transfer to or from another State is before the Supreme Court.
FIR quashing
Quashing of FIRs in matrimonial criminal matters, such as cruelty and dowry cases, under Section 528 BNSS (earlier Section 482 CrPC).
Writ petitions
Challenging orders of a Family Court or authority, or seeking enforcement of rights, under Articles 226 and 227.
Criminal revisions
Revisions against Sessions Court and Magistrate orders in matrimonial criminal proceedings.
Bail
Regular and anticipatory bail in matrimonial criminal matters, where the High Court is the right forum.
NRI matters
Appearance through a Power of Attorney and video conferencing where the court permits.
Contempt & enforcement
Contempt petitions and enforcement where a court order, such as maintenance or custody, is not followed.
Your matter at the High Court, step by step
How long a matter takes depends on the type of petition, the bench and the court’s workload, so no timeline can be promised. Urgent applications can be mentioned for early listing where the facts justify it.
Review the order
Reading the order and record, and checking limitation and the right remedy.
Strategy
Choosing between appeal, revision, writ, quashing or transfer, and what interim relief to seek.
Drafting & filing
Petition or appeal, affidavits and annexures, filed with certified copies.
Hearings
Appearance at listing, notice, interim applications and arguments.
Order
Judgment or interim order, and steps to comply or enforce.
What to bring to the first consultation
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Adv. Karan Dua
Your matter is advised and argued by Advocate Karan Dua, from the first review of the order to the final hearing, across the Family Court and the High Court, and the Supreme Court where needed.
About us →Common questions
When should I go to the High Court instead of a Family Court?▾
Go to the High Court to challenge a Family Court or district court order by appeal, revision or writ, to seek quashing of an FIR, or to seek transfer or contempt. It is not a court of first instance for divorce or custody, which are filed in the Family Court.
What is the time limit to appeal a Family Court decree?▾
Under Section 19 of the Family Courts Act, an appeal to the High Court must ordinarily be filed within 30 days of the judgment, order or decree. Delay can be condoned only for sufficient cause, so take advice early.
How long does an appeal or transfer petition take?▾
It depends on the type of matter, the bench and the court’s workload. Urgent interim applications can be heard sooner where the facts justify it. No timeline can be promised, and the chambers will give you a realistic view after seeing the papers.
Can I get a stay while my appeal is pending?▾
You can apply for a stay of the order along with the appeal or revision. Whether to grant it, and on what terms, is for the court. Orders on divorce, custody and maintenance each raise different considerations.
Can the High Court quash a 498A FIR?▾
In suitable cases the High Court can quash an FIR or proceedings, for example where the parties have settled or the allegations do not make out an offence. It is a discretionary power used with caution, and each case turns on its facts.
I am an NRI. Can I appear without attending every hearing?▾
Often yes. An advocate can appear under a properly executed Power of Attorney, and video conferencing may be allowed for some appearances. The chambers will tell you which stages need your presence.
Speak to the Advocate
O-11A, Basement, Jangpura Extension, New Delhi 110014. Mon to Sat, 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, by prior appointment. Video consultations available.