What Should a Woman do After Divorce?

Divorce can be emotionally and legally challenging. If you’re a woman navigating post-divorce life in Pakistan, here’s a step-by-step guide to protect your rights and secure your future, with expert support from AdvocateInLahore.com.

1. Legal Formalities & Documentation

✅ Obtain Your Divorce Certificate

• Khula/Talaq:Get the decree from the Union Council or Family Court.

• Judicial Divorce:Ensure the court issues an official divorce decree.

• Attestation for Remarriage:If remarrying abroad, attest the certificate from MOFA + relevant embassy (e.g., UAE/USA).

✅ Update Your Marital Status

• Submit the divorce decree to NADRAto update your CNIC and family registration certificate.

• Notify banks, property registries, and other institutions about the change.

2. Financial Security & Assets

✅ Claim Your Haq Mehr & Dowry

• File a case in Family Courtif your ex-husband refuses to pay Haq Mehr or return dowry items.

• Gather proof (marriage certificate, receipts, and witness statements).

✅ Child Support & Custody

• Custody (Hizanat):Mothers typically get custody of sons (until age 7) and daughters (until puberty).

• Child Support:Court can order the father to pay maintenance (under Section 491, CrPC).

✅ Property & Inheritance Rights

• If property was jointly owned, consult a lawyer to divide assets legally.

• Secure your inheritance rightsfrom parental property (Islamic law guarantees shares).

3. Emotional & Social Well-Being

✅ Therapy & Support Groups

• Seek counseling (e.g., Taraqee Foundation, PARC) to cope with emotional stress.

• Join divorced women’s networks (e.g., Divorcee Foundation Pakistan).

✅ Rebuilding Financially

• Explore jobs, freelancing, or skills training (e.g., DigiSkills, Women’s Chamber of Commerce).

• If eligible, apply for BISP (Benazir Income Support Program).

4. Future Planning

✅ Remarriage Considerations

• Keep your divorce certificate attestedfor future legal needs.

• Under Islamic law, iddah period(3 months) must pass before remarrying.

✅ Legal Will & Guardianship

• Draft a willto protect children’s inheritance.

• Appoint a guardian if you’re the sole custodian.

5. How AdvocateInLahore.com Can Help

We provide:
✔ Free legal consultations for post-divorce rights.
✔ Court representation for custody, alimony, and asset recovery.
✔ Document attestation (MOFA/embassies) for international cases.
✔ Emotional support referrals.

Need Help? Contact us today:
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