Sharia (Islamic Law and Personal Status) Cases
Sharia cases include legal disputes and matters based on Islamic law, typically handled by personal status courts in many countries. These cases address family matters, inheritance, marriage, divorce, alimony, and other issues governed by Sharia and related laws.
Marriage and Contract Documentation
- Drafting and documenting official marriage contracts
- Providing consultations on Sharia marriage conditions and spousal rights
Divorce, Khula, and Separation
- Legal procedures for divorce and documentation
- Khula and separation cases due to harm or non-support
- Post-divorce rights of the wife (alimony, custody, dowry)
Alimony and Custody
- Determining alimony for wife and children in accordance with the law
- Child custody cases and regulation of visitation rights
Inheritance and Estates
- Distribution of inheritance according to Islamic law
- Division of estates based on Sharia inheritance shares
- Resolving disputes among heirs and determining legal shares
Estate Management
- Settling estates and clearing debts before distribution
- Appointing guardians or trustees over minors’ assets
Waqf (Endowment) and Will Cases
- Managing and registering Sharia-compliant endowments
- Drafting and validating endowment (waqf) contracts
- Legal supervision over the implementation of endowment terms
Execution of Wills
- Documenting and executing wills after the testator’s death
- Resolving disputes among heirs concerning wills and endowments