Specialised
Islamic Personal Law
Advice and representation on marriage, divorce, custody, inheritance, waqf and gifts under Islamic personal law.
Overview
Islamic personal law applies to many families in Nigeria in matters of marriage, children and inheritance. We advise on these questions and represent clients before the Sharia courts.
We advise on marriage and divorce, custody and guardianship of children, the distribution of estates under the rules of inheritance (mirath), wills, gifts (hiba) and endowments (waqf). We also help families structure their affairs so that their wishes and Islamic law are both respected.
We represent clients before the Sharia Court of Appeal of the FCT and the states, and in the Area and Sharia courts, as well as in related matters in the High Court.
What we do
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Islamic Marriage and Divorce
Advising on Islamic marriage contracts (Nikah), divorce proceedings (Talaq), and matters related to marital rights and obligations under Shariah law.
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Inheritance and Succession Planning
Assisting in estate planning according to Islamic inheritance laws (Faraid), including drafting wills, managing estates, and resolving inheritance disputes.
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Family Disputes and Mediation
Providing mediation services for family disputes, including custody matters, maintenance (Nafaqah), and other familial issues in accordance with Islamic principles.
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Islamic Wills and Estate Distribution
Drafting Islamic wills (Wasiyyah) and guiding clients on the distribution of assets among heirs as per Islamic inheritance rules and guidelines.
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Financial Contracts and Transactions
Reviewing and structuring financial contracts (Mudarabah, Murabaha, etc.) and transactions compliant with Islamic finance principles (Shariah-compliant finance).
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Charitable Giving and Waqf
Advising on charitable donations (Sadaqah, Zakat) and establishing charitable trusts (Waqf) in alignment with Islamic charitable principles.
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Islamic Personal Status Issues
Addressing personal status matters such as guardianship (Wilayah), guardianship of minors (Hizanah), and legal capacity under Shariah law.
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Dispute Resolution and Arbitration
Resolving legal disputes through arbitration and alternative dispute resolution mechanisms guided by Islamic jurisprudence.
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Shariah Courts Representation
Representing clients in Shariah courts, advocating for their rights and interests in accordance with Shariah law and principles.
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Additional Services Islamic Banking and Finance
Providing legal counsel on Islamic banking products, contracts, and financial transactions compliant with Shariah principles.
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Islamic Arbitration and Mediation
Facilitating Islamic arbitration and mediation services for commercial, family, and community disputes.
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Islamic Endowment (Awqaf) Management
Advising on the establishment, management, and administration of Islamic endowments for charitable purposes.
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Islamic Personal Injury and Tort Law
Addressing personal injury claims and tort matters within the framework of Islamic legal principles and jurisprudence.