Est. 10–23 days total
Evaluate husband's income, living expenses, and calculate maintenance entitlement
1-2 daysPresent financial evidence, argue entitlement, attend hearings
3-6 monthsIf non-payment occurs, pursue enforcement through court or arrest warrants
2-8 weeksFile suit for maintenance of wife and/or children in Family Court under Family Courts Act, 1964
2-3 daysCourt orders monthly maintenance amount based on husband's means and wife's needs
2-4 weeksEvaluate husband's income, living expenses, and calculate maintenance entitlement
1-2 daysFile suit for maintenance of wife and/or children in Family Court under Family Courts Act, 1964
2-3 daysPresent financial evidence, argue entitlement, attend hearings
3-6 monthsCourt orders monthly maintenance amount based on husband's means and wife's needs
2-4 weeksIf non-payment occurs, pursue enforcement through court or arrest warrants
2-8 weeks