Non-Resident Indians frequently maintain property, family obligations and financial interests in India long after settling abroad — and those interests do not manage themselves. Advocate Naresh Kalra has built a dedicated NRI litigation practice around one core principle: you should not have to fly back to India to protect your rights there. Under a properly executed Power of Attorney, we appear in Indian courts on your behalf, brief you over video call at a time that suits your schedule, and keep you updated in plain, clear language.
Indian courts increasingly permit litigants to appear through Power of Attorney holders and, since the pandemic, allow video conferencing for hearings and even witness testimony in many cases. Combined with Advocate Kalra's own international consulting experience — including advisory work with federal courts in Nigeria, Ghana and Kenya, and an associate network in Dubai, Ontario, London and Kuala Lumpur — NRI clients get a legal partner who genuinely understands the practical realities of managing an Indian legal matter from a different country and time zone.
Types of NRI Litigation We Handle
1. Family and Matrimonial Matters
Divorce, child custody, spousal support and property division for NRI clients, including cases where one spouse resides in India and the other abroad.
2. Property and Real Estate
Recovery of property from illegal possession, title verification, property sale and purchase, and RERA complaints for property located in Chandigarh, Mohali and across Punjab.
3. Succession Certificates and Inheritance
Obtaining succession or legal heir certificates so NRIs can claim bank accounts, shares and property left behind by a deceased relative, under the Indian Succession Act, 1925 and Hindu Succession Act, 1956.
4. Estate Planning and Will Drafting
Drafting Indian wills that hold up under Indian law and coordinate sensibly with any foreign will, plus representation in probate proceedings.
5. Business and Commercial Matters
Company incorporation, contract drafting and compliance advisory for NRIs investing in or starting a business in India.
6. Financial, Banking and FEMA Matters
Resolving NRE/NRO banking disputes and structuring the repatriation of property sale proceeds abroad in compliance with FEMA, 1999.
7. Citizenship and OCI Matters
Guidance on Overseas Citizenship of India (OCI) related legal questions that intersect with property ownership and inheritance rights.
8. Criminal and Bail Matters for NRIs
Anticipatory bail and defence representation for NRIs facing complaints or FIRs in India, managed to minimise the need for travel.
Our Approach
Every NRI matter is structured around one goal: resolving your legal issue in India with the least possible disruption to your life abroad.
- Power of Attorney First: We prepare, coordinate consulate attestation for, and register a Power of Attorney so you rarely need to appear in India personally.
- Time-Zone-Aware Communication: Video consultations scheduled to match your local evening or morning hours across US, UK, Canada, Australia, Singapore, UAE and European time zones.
- Plain-English Updates: Regular, jargon-free updates so you always understand where your matter stands and what is coming next.
- Coordinated International Network: Where a matter has a genuine cross-border element, we coordinate with associate counsel in Dubai, Ontario, London and Kuala Lumpur.
- Realistic Trip Planning: Where an in-person appearance is genuinely unavoidable — such as a final settlement signing — we plan well ahead so a single trip covers everything necessary.
Why Choose Advocate Naresh Kalra for NRI Litigation
NRI clients choose Advocate Naresh Kalra because the practice is genuinely built around the practical challenges of managing a case from abroad, not just the legal issues themselves.
- 20+ Years of Cross-Border Legal Experience: Extensive experience representing NRI clients across the USA, Canada, UK, Australia, UAE, Singapore and Europe.
- Genuine International Network: Associate offices in Dubai, Ontario, London and Kuala Lumpur, plus consulting experience with federal courts in Nigeria, Ghana and Kenya.
- Response Within 24-48 Hours: NRI enquiries are typically scheduled for a video consultation within one to two business days, respecting the urgency many NRI legal issues carry.
- Multi-Office Access in India: Chambers in Mohali, Chandigarh, and New Delhi, with a Supreme Court of India chamber, to handle matters wherever they arise.
- One Advocate, Full Picture: Property, matrimonial, financial and criminal matters are handled by a single, consistent point of contact rather than being scattered across unrelated lawyers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can an NRI fight a property case in India without travelling back?
Yes. Indian courts routinely permit litigants to appear through Power of Attorney holders and, since the pandemic, allow video conferencing for hearings and even witness testimony in many cases. Most NRI clients manage their entire case from abroad with only occasional need to travel, usually for a mediation or final settlement signing.
How do I give Power of Attorney for my India property from abroad?
You execute the Power of Attorney document and get it attested at the Indian Consulate or Embassy in your country of residence, after which it is adjudicated and registered in India under the Registration Act, 1908 and the Powers of Attorney Act, 1882. We prepare the draft, coordinate the consulate appointment, and handle registration in India.
Do I need to be physically present in India for a succession or inheritance case?
No. Under the Indian Succession Act, 1925 and Hindu Succession Act, 1956, an NRI legal heir can obtain a succession certificate or legal heir certificate, and pursue probate of a will, through an authorised Power of Attorney holder or advocate, with instructions given over video call.
Will Indian tax or FEMA rules affect my property sale or fund transfer?
Yes. Sale of property by an NRI attracts TDS under the Income Tax Act, 1961, and repatriation of proceeds is governed by FEMA, 1999 and RBI regulations. We coordinate with chartered accountants to ensure compliant, efficient repatriation.
How quickly can I get a consultation as an NRI in a different time zone?
We schedule video consultations to match your local evening or morning hours across the US, UK, Canada, Australia, Singapore, UAE and European time zones, typically within 24-48 hours of your enquiry.
What is the first step if I suspect my property in Punjab is under illegal possession?
Do not attempt an informal settlement alone from abroad. The recommended first step is a formal legal notice backed by your title documents, followed by a suit for possession or an injunction if the notice is ignored. Acting early materially improves the outcome.
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With 20+ years of legal experience across Chandigarh, Mohali, Delhi and the Supreme Court of India -- and a trusted network serving NRI clients across the USA, Canada, UK, Australia, UAE, Singapore and Europe -- Advocate Naresh Kalra is ready to help with your nri litigation matter.
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