India: Family and Matrimonial

The Kerala High Court delivered a significant judgment addressing whether an individual's wish to donate their body after death should be honored, even when family members object. This case examines the legal and ethical dimensions of posthumous bodily autonomy and the extent to which personal decisions about one's own body can override familial preferences.

In this episode of Podcast Bites powered by IndiaLaw LLP, host Shreya Shukla discusses the Bombay High Court’s judgment in Warsha Eleekusumchand Javeri v. Rajan Suren Goregaonkar and Others, decided on 6 May 2026.

India's succession laws determine who inherits property when someone dies without a Will, but the rules vary dramatically based on religion. Hindus, Muslims, Christians and Parsis each follow different legal frameworks that may distribute assets in ways families never anticipated. Understanding these statutory hierarchies and their recent judicial interpretations is essential for anyone seeking to protect family wealth and prevent prolonged disputes.

The Kerala High Court delivered a significant judgment addressing whether an individual's wish to donate their body after death should be honored, even when family members object. This case examines the legal and ethical dimensions of posthumous bodily autonomy and the extent to which personal decisions about one's own body can override familial preferences.

In this episode of Podcast Bites powered by IndiaLaw LLP, host Shreya Shukla discusses the Bombay High Court’s judgment in Warsha Eleekusumchand Javeri v. Rajan Suren Goregaonkar and Others, decided on 6 May 2026.

The institution of marriage in Indian society rests upon foundational principles of trust, transparency, and mutual consent. When these pillars are compromised through misrepresentation or fraud, the aggrieved party...

High-net-worth individuals in India face complex wealth transfer challenges spanning family businesses, overseas assets, trusts, and digital holdings. Understanding the legal framework—from succession laws to trust structures and cross-border implications—is essential for preserving legacy and minimizing disputes.

Non-Resident Indians with assets across multiple jurisdictions face complex succession challenges that require careful coordination between different legal systems. How can NRIs effectively navigate the intersection of succession laws, tax regulations, and foreign exchange requirements to ensure their wealth is transferred according to their wishes? This comprehensive analysis examines the critical legal and regulatory considerations that shape cross-border estate planning for Indian nationals living abroad

In this episode of Podcast Bites powered by IndiaLaw LLP, host Shreya Shukla discusses the Bombay High Court’s judgment in Warsha Eleekusumchand Javeri v. Rajan Suren Goregaonkar and Others, decided on 6 May 2026.