Mutual divorce procedure, documentation, time duration, loan amounts
01-Feb-2025 (In Divorce Law)
My ex husband had me taken up a Personal Loan and is not willing to pay, we have reached common decision of mutual divorce as I don’t stay with them and I live on my own and can’t afford to pay EMI for the loan they used the money for Interior work at my in laws place. Please explain the procedure to file a mutual divorce and to get the LOAN amount from them without any issues.
Well, in order to seek Mutual Divorce, your Husband needs to become ready and go for it. If he withdraws his consent to Divorce you during the Pre filing of Mutual Divorce or during the Ongoing Motions of Mutual Divorce, then you will not get Divorce and as such, one option which will be left with you is to file and go for a Unilateral Divorce.
Here’s how you can proceed to file for mutual consent divorce and recover the loan amount from your ex-husband:
1. Mutual Consent Divorce Procedure:
Draft a Mutual Divorce Petition: Both parties must agree on the terms of separation, including financial settlements.
File Joint Petition: File the petition under Section 13B of the Hindu Marriage Act, 1955 in the family court where either spouse resides.
Cooling-Off Period: After filing, a 6-month cooling-off period is given (can be waived under certain circumstances).
Second Motion Hearing: Both parties appear for the final hearing, and the court grants the divorce.
2. Loan Recovery:
Include Loan Repayment in Settlement Agreement: While drafting the mutual divorce petition, mention a clause about the repayment of the personal loan. Ensure your ex-husband agrees to take over the EMIs or repay you in full.
Obtain Written Consent: Draft a written agreement stating the terms of loan repayment, signed by both parties, and get it notarized.
Bank Notification: Inform the bank of the agreement and, if possible, transfer the loan liability to your ex-husband.
Disclaimer: The above query and its response is NOT a legal opinion in any way whatsoever as this is based on the information shared by the person posting the query at lawrato.com and has been responded by one of the Divorce Lawyers at lawrato.com to address the specific facts and details.
Connect with top Divorce lawyers for your specific legal issue
No Comments! Be the first one to comment.
"lawrato.com has handpicked some of the best Legal Experts in the country to help you get practical Legal Advice & help."
433+ Lawyers are online
