27/11/2025
Grateful to announce a significant victory in an international child custody and guardianship matter. This case involved complex legal questions relating to overseas jurisdiction, the habitual residence of minors and the protection of foreign court orders. The facts established that the minors were born in the United States and had always lived under the supervision of the US court which had already determined their custody and visitation schedule. It was shown that their temporary stay in Pakistan did not amount to ordinary residence and therefore the local court could not assume jurisdiction under Section 9 of the Guardians and Wards Act 1890. By demonstrating the importance of respecting international legal obligations, principles of comity of nations and the framework aligned with the Hague Convention, it was successfully argued that the matter had already been conclusively regulated by a competent foreign court. The petition was accordingly returned and the rights of our overseas client were fully protected. We continue to serve international families facing sensitive and high stakes child custody and guardianship issues. We are here to protect the rights of international clients.
