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Domestic Violence Lawyer in Karachi
Protection orders, criminal complaints and safe legal options for survivors of domestic abuse.
In brief
The Sindh Domestic Violence (Prevention and Protection) Act 2013 recognises physical, emotional, psychological and economic abuse in the home. A court can issue protection orders and other relief, and criminal offences can also be reported to the police.
Safety comes first. We listen carefully, help you plan the legal steps, keep matters confidential, and combine protection with any related family claims. If you are in immediate danger, call the police on 15.
Women, children and other vulnerable family members facing abuse at home, and those supporting them.
How we can assist
- Applications for protection and residence orders
- FIR and police complaints
- Medico-legal documentation guidance
- Linked khula, custody and maintenance cases
- Representation at hearings
When clients come to us
- You have been physically harmed or threatened at home
- You have been forced out of the family home
- Financial control or severe verbal abuse is ongoing
- You want to leave safely and need to protect your children
How the matter moves
We take your account in confidence and collect the available evidence. An application can be made to the court for protection, and criminal action may be taken where offences have occurred. Linked family claims can be filed at the same time.
Papers to keep ready
- Medical or medico-legal reports
- Photos, messages and recordings
- Any previous complaints
- Nikahnama and CNIC, if available
Questions clients ask
Is domestic violence only physical abuse?
No. The Sindh law also covers emotional, psychological, verbal and economic abuse, and stalking or similar conduct.
What should I do first?
If you are in danger, get to safety and contact the police on 15. Get a medical examination for injuries, and keep copies of evidence somewhere safe.
Will this be kept confidential?
We treat what you share with us as confidential and will discuss how to contact you safely.
Where we act
- Family Courts, Karachi
- Guardian Courts
- Union Councils & Arbitration Councils
- High Court of Sindh
Across Karachi
- Saddar
- Clifton
- DHA
- PECHS
- Bahadurabad
- Gulshan-e-Iqbal
- Gulistan-e-Jauhar
- North Nazimabad
- Nazimabad
- Federal B Area
- North Karachi
- Shah Faisal
- Malir
- Korangi
- Landhi
- Bahria Town
- Scheme 33
About fees
Every matter is different, so we give a fee after understanding the work involved. It is discussed before work begins, may be fixed or staged depending on the matter, and court costs or official charges are explained separately.
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