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Introduction Losing someone close is deeply painful. But what often adds to the emotional burden is the maze of legal formalities that follow. This is especially true when trying to access the deceased’s movable assets, such as bank accounts, insurance claims, shares, or investments. In such times, a succession certificate becomes essential. This blog provides a practical,  lawyer-reviewed checklist  of documents required to obtain a Succession Certificate in India, saving you time, stress, and unnecessary delays. What is a Succession Certificate? Civil courts issue Succession Certificates under the Indian Succession Act, 1925. It authorizes the legal heirs of a person who dies intestate (without a Will) to claim and manage the deceased’s debts and securities. It is typically required by: Banks Insurance companies Government departments Financial institutions Checklist: Documents Required for a Succession Certificate Before filing your application in court, gather the follow...

Introduction Those are the exact words that were spoken by Rajiv (name changed), a US-based NRI who contacted us after his father's Indian bank accounts had been frozen by a US government agency. I believe that he assumed that an email and a copy of the passport, as well as a copy of the death certificate, would suffice. But that wasn't the case. To process the loan, the bank requested a succession certificate from an Indian court . As a result, a year-long ordeal, including incorrect documents, a rejected power of attorney, missed deadlines, and so on. By the time everything was finally in order, the funds were on the verge of being classified as unclaimed, and the family relationships had been severely strained by the whole process. Stay away from this. Succession Certificate is Inviolable A succession certificate has to be obtained from an Indian court when an individual dies without a Will in India in order to be able to transfer their movable assets, such as bank accounts...

Introduction Despite being a critical component of the legal process in matrimonial disputes, contempt of court petitions are often misunderstood in the intricate web of matrimonial disputes. When one party allegedly disobeys or disregards a court order, such a petition results in contempt allegations. In my capacity as a High Court Advocate in Bangalore, I am familiar with how these situations unfold and the complexities involved in defending against such accusations. By exploring the types of matrimonial cases in which contempt may occur and the strategies employed by a High Court lawyer to defend a client effectively, this blog hopes to demystify the process. Matrimonial Contempt of Court: An Overview How does contempt of court work? Any action that disrespects the authority of the court, interferes with the administration of justice, or defies a court order is considered contempt of court. Whenever a party fails to comply with court orders regarding maintenance, child custody, or ...