Question 1

Is a legal opinion mandatory before buying property?

Accepted Answer

It is not statutorily mandatory but strongly recommended. It protects you from disputed titles and defective documentation.

Question 2

What is an encumbrance certificate?

Accepted Answer

It is a certificate showing registered transactions on a property for a defined period.

Question 3

Can I cancel a registered sale deed?

Accepted Answer

A registered deed can be challenged only on limited legal grounds through a properly filed suit.

Question 4

What is the minimum period for mutual consent divorce?

Accepted Answer

The statutory cooling-off period is six months, which courts may waive in appropriate cases.

Question 5

Can maintenance be claimed by a working spouse?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Maintenance depends on the standard of living and comparative incomes, not merely employment status.

Question 6

Difference between anticipatory and regular bail?

Accepted Answer

Anticipatory bail is sought before arrest; regular bail is sought after arrest and remand.

Question 7

Can an FIR be quashed?

Accepted Answer

Yes, under Section 528 BNSS / Section 482 CrPC, subject to well-settled principles.

Question 8

What is a temporary injunction?

Accepted Answer

An interim order restraining a party from doing an act until the suit is decided.

Question 9

What is specific performance?

Accepted Answer

A decree directing a party to perform a contractual obligation, typically for immovable property.

Question 10

Do you assist with company incorporation?

Accepted Answer

Yes — private limited, LLP and OPC incorporation, and post-incorporation compliance.

Question 11

Can you review vendor and SaaS contracts?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We regularly redline commercial contracts for Chennai-based businesses.

Question 12

Do you draft legal notices?

Accepted Answer

Yes. We draft and send legal notices for civil, criminal, cheque bounce and consumer matters.

Question 13

Do you draft agreements?

Accepted Answer

Yes — sale, lease, employment, service, NDAs, MOUs and settlement agreements.

Answers to the questions Chennai clients ask us most.

Property Law FAQs