Personal Status Law in Egypt: Divorce, Child Custody, Inheritance, and Alimony with Counselor Mohamed Shaheen

Counselor Mohamed Shaheen provides comprehensive legal services in all areas of personal status law, ensuring the protection of clients' legal rights while handling every case with professionalism, confidentiality, and dedication until its successful resolution.

  Wed , August 05 2026 / 02:32 PM Updated At: 2026-08-05 14:32:44


By: The Counselor Mohamed Shaheen

Personal Status Law in Egypt: Divorce, Child Custody, Inheritance, and Alimony with Counselor Mohamed Shaheen

Personal status cases are among the most sensitive legal matters, as they directly impact individuals, families, and the rights of spouses, children, and heirs. These cases require not only a thorough understanding of the law but also extensive legal experience to achieve the best possible outcomes, whether through amicable settlements or litigation before the Family Courts.

Counselor Mohamed Shaheen provides comprehensive legal services in all areas of personal status law, ensuring the protection of clients' legal rights while handling every case with professionalism, confidentiality, and dedication until its successful resolution.

First: Divorce Cases

Divorce cases often involve complex legal and financial consequences, including alimony, child custody, visitation rights, and the financial rights of both spouses.

Legal services include:

  • Divorce by harm (fault-based divorce).

  • Khula (wife-initiated divorce).

  • Divorce registration and confirmation.

  • Divorce due to abandonment or prolonged absence.

  • Divorce due to failure to provide financial support.

  • Representation before the Family Court.

  • Claiming all financial rights arising from divorce.

Each case is carefully evaluated to determine the most appropriate legal strategy while protecting the client's rights and minimizing family disputes.

Second: Child Custody Cases

Following the dissolution of a marriage, the welfare of the child remains the highest priority. Egyptian law regulates custody, visitation, and related parental rights to safeguard children's best interests.

Legal services include:

  • Filing child custody lawsuits.

  • Custody termination cases where legally applicable.

  • Child transfer and custody claims.

  • Visitation rights cases.

  • Enforcement of visitation orders.

  • Obtaining official custody-related decisions.

  • Handling all legal disputes concerning children.

Counselor Mohamed Shaheen provides practical legal guidance to protect children's interests while preserving the legal rights of both parents.

Third: Inheritance Cases

Inheritance disputes frequently arise due to disagreements among heirs regarding the distribution of estates or the withholding of legal inheritance shares.

Legal services include:

  • Obtaining inheritance certificates.

  • Estate distribution.

  • Property partition and division lawsuits.

  • Recovering lawful inheritance rights.

  • Resolving inheritance disputes.

  • Taking legal action against unlawful withholding of inheritance.

  • Providing legal consultation regarding estates and wills.

Every inheritance case is managed with precision to ensure the lawful distribution of assets while protecting the rights of all heirs.

Fourth: Alimony Cases

Alimony is a legally protected financial right designed to ensure adequate support for spouses and children according to the circumstances of each case.

Legal services include:

  • Spousal alimony.

  • Child support.

  • Waiting period (Iddah) alimony.

  • Compensation (Mut'ah) alimony.

  • Custody allowance.

  • Nursing allowance.

  • Housing allowance.

  • Increasing or reducing alimony.

  • Enforcement of alimony judgments.

  • Claims for unpaid alimony.

The amount of alimony is determined based on the legal criteria and the financial circumstances of each case, supported by evidence and documentation presented before the court.

Why Choose Counselor Mohamed Shaheen?

Counselor Mohamed Shaheen is committed to delivering professional legal representation by:

  • Carefully analyzing every case.

  • Providing clear and reliable legal advice.

  • Preparing legal petitions and memoranda professionally.

  • Representing clients before Family Courts.

  • Following up on court proceedings and judgment enforcement.

  • Maintaining complete confidentiality.

Legal Process

The legal process generally includes:

  1. Reviewing the facts of the case.

  2. Examining all legal documents and evidence.

  3. Determining the most effective legal strategy.

  4. Filing and pursuing the necessary legal procedures.

  5. Following the case until judgment and enforcement.

When Do You Need a Personal Status Lawyer?

You should seek legal assistance if you are facing:

  • Marital disputes requiring legal action.

  • Claims for alimony or requests to modify alimony.

  • Child custody or visitation disputes.

  • Inheritance and estate distribution conflicts.

  • The need for legal consultation before taking any legal steps.

Obtaining legal advice at the right time helps protect your rights and prevents future legal complications.

Contact Counselor Mohamed Shaheen

If you are facing any legal issue related to divorce, child custody, inheritance, or alimony, you can contact:

Counselor Mohamed Shaheen

Phone: 01000211174

Address: Fourth Tourist Area, 6th of October City, Giza, Egypt.

Get professional legal consultation and comprehensive representation in all personal status matters, with dedicated legal support to protect your rights under Egyptian law.

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