Personal Status Cases

Personal status cases are among the most closely related cases to individuals' daily lives, concerning marriage, divorce, alimony, custody, inheritance, and wills.

These cases directly affect the rights of families and individuals, requiring careful handling that takes into account both Sharia and legal aspects.

At Usus Law Firm, we possess extensive experience in handling personal status cases, and we are committed to providing strong defense and precise consultations to ensure the protection of our clients' rights before Sharia courts.

How We Work?

  • We represent clients before Sharia courts in personal status cases
  • We draft legal memoranda, objections, and appeals against judgments
  • We handle cases of marriage, divorce, alimony, and custody
  • We provide legal consultations related to inheritance and wills
  • We follow up on litigation procedures until the judgment is issued and enforced

Service Scope

  • Marriage and divorce cases
  • Alimony and custody cases
  • Inheritance and wills cases
  • Appeals against Sharia judgments before appellate courts
  • Legal consultations related to family and individual rights

Why Us?

Sharia and Legal Expertise

Professional handling of complex Sharia cases with deep understanding

Precise Memoranda

Drafting memoranda supported by Sharia and regulatory texts

Humanitarian Consideration

Legal solutions that consider humanitarian and social aspects

Continuous Follow-up

Accurate monitoring of procedures to ensure protection of clients' rights

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the competent authority for personal status cases?
Sharia courts under the Ministry of Justice.
Can Sharia judgments be appealed?
Yes, appeals can be made before appellate courts according to regulations.
What are the main causes of personal status cases?
Marriage, divorce, alimony, custody, inheritance, or wills.
Is the client required to appear in person?
No, the attorney representing the client can carry out all procedures.

Our Work

Represented a wife in an alimony case against her husband, where she obtained a court judgment obligating him to pay monthly alimony.
Handled a dispute over child custody, where a judgment was reached that ensures the children's best interests and preserves the rights of both parties.

References and Regulations

Saudi Personal Status Law Ministry of Justice Regulations Executive Regulations for Inheritance and Wills