Syariah Law
Syariah law, also known as Islamic law, is a fundamental aspect of the lives of Muslims. It encompasses various aspects of life such as family matters, economic transactions, and criminal justice. As a syariah lawyer, we advise and represent clients. Our clients seek help to understand the complexities of syariah law.
Syariah law also serves to protect the rights and interests of Muslims. It covers various aspects of family law such as marriage, divorce, inheritance, and child custody. By adhering to the principles of syariah law, Muslims can ensure that their families are protected and their rights are upheld.
Emerald law firm specialises in providing legal services that are aligned with Islamic principles. We know that for many Muslims, their faith is a big part of their daily lives. We aim to give them the best legal solutions while respecting their beliefs.
Speak to our team today to get a full understanding of your rights.
Area of specialisation in Syariah Law:
- Syariah Divorce
Muslim divorce cases are handled by syariah courts and are subject to the principles of syariah law. The grounds for syariah divorce are as follow:
- Talaq: Initiated by the husband
- Khula: Requested by the wife
- Mubara’ah: Mutual consent
- Faskh: Annulment by a judge
- Syariah Division Of Matrimonial Assets
The Syariah Court divides marital assets by looking at contributions from both parties. It considers financial contributions, non-financial contributions, and the needs of the children. This process ensures a fair and equal distribution based on Syariah principles.
- Syariah Child Custody
Syariah law focuses on child welfare in custody cases, usually granting custody of young children to the mother. It requires the custodial parent to provide a stable and nurturing environment. As children grow, they can decide which parent to live with. The non-custodial parent maintains visitation rights and financial responsibilities, ensuring the child’s upbringing aligns with Islamic values.
- Syariah Maintenance
Syariah law for maintenance explains financial support duties. The husband must provide for his wife and children’s basic needs. This includes food, clothing, and shelter. This obligation ensures family welfare and fairness.
- Syariah Probate & Letter Of Administration
Syariah law governs the distribution of a deceased person’s estate based on Islamic principles. It appoints an administrator to manage the estate.
This ensures that distribution follows Islamic inheritance laws. The laws specify shares for heirs like children, spouses, and parents. This process promotes fairness and follows religious guidelines.
- Syariah Wills
In Syariah law, a “wasiyyah” is a will. It lets Muslims give up to one-third of their estate to non-heirs or charity. The rest of the estate is shared according to Islamic inheritance laws, which prioritize family. The will must be voluntary and adhere to these laws to be valid.
- Muslim Inheritance
Under syariah law, inheritance distribution through Islamic jurisprudence is based on the Quran and Hadith to ensure fair allocation among heirs. Key principles include:
- specified shares,
- gender consideration,
- order of succession,
- accounting for debts and funeral expenses,
- no willful disinheritance, and
- conditions for exclusion or expansion.
- Distribution varies by circumstances and often requires expert consultation.
- Muslim Deed Of Family Arrangements
A Muslim Deed of Family Arrangements follows Syariah law. It divides a deceased person’s estate among family members according to Islamic inheritance rules. It distributes assets according to Quranic rules, often favoring male heirs. It also handles disputes, debts, funeral costs, and bequests. This ensures fairness and harmony while following Islamic law.
Our award-winning team of lawyers here at Emerald Law LLC have years of combined experience handling a myriad of Syariah matters such as Syariah divorce, division of matrimonial assets, child custody, maintenance, and probate, etc. Emerald Law LLC is one of the most recommended law firms in the Family Law category in 2021 according to the survey conducted by Straits Times and Statista.
Throughout the years, we have accumulated a wealth of experience by handling Syariah matters both simple and complex, including multi-jurisdictional matters. You can be rest assured that our Syariah team of lawyers at Emerald Law LLC are competent at handling your Syariah matters, regardless of complexity, while protecting your best interests.
As divorces can be a difficult process, our team of Syariah lawyers at Emerald Law LLC always strives to help our clients by smoothly facilitating the divorce process and its ancillaries so that our clients can focus on rebuilding the next chapter of their lives and getting a satisfactory result in court.
