Written and reviewed by Adv. Tanmay S. Shirsat, Advocate, High Court of Bombay. Consultations in English, Hindi and Marathi, in person or by video call. Last updated October 2026.
Matters Commonly Handled
- Property and housing society disputes: Ownership, transfer of flats after the owner's death, redevelopment disagreements and possession.
- Probate and succession: Probate, letters of administration and succession certificates, often required by societies and banks.
- Family matters: Divorce, maintenance, child custody and domestic violence proceedings.
- Business dues: Cheque bounce complaints, legal notices, summary suits and recovery.
- Criminal matters: Bail, trial defence and quashing petitions.
Housing Society and Flat Transfer Questions
A frequent issue is the transfer of a flat or society share after the owner's death, or a disagreement among heirs or with the society. Depending on whether there is a will and a nomination, the society may ask for probate, letters of administration or other documents before transferring membership. Early advice helps identify the correct route and avoid delay.
A nomination with the society does not by itself decide ownership among the legal heirs. Each case depends on its documents and the applicable law.
Courts and Forums
- Civil and property disputes: The Bombay City Civil Court or the High Court of Bombay, depending on value. Certain disputes involving co-operative housing societies go before the Co-operative Court.
- Family matters: The Family Court at Bandra.
- Criminal and cheque bounce cases: The Metropolitan Magistrate Courts in Mumbai.
Reaching the Office
The office is on LBS Road in Kurla West, a short distance from Ghatkopar and Vidyavihar along LBS Road, or by the Central line to Kurla station. Consultations are by appointment, in person or by video call.