Welcome to Law House's comprehensive guide to Civil Law in Pakistan. In this guide, we'll explore the various aspects of civil law, its significance, and the different types of civil cases commonly encountered in Pakistan.Civil law encompasses a wide range of legal matters that do not involve criminal offenses. It deals with disputes between individuals, organizations, or entities, focusing on resolving conflicts and enforcing rights and obligations under the law.
Property disputes arise when there is disagreement or conflict over ownership, possession, or use of real estate or assets. These disputes can involve individuals, families, businesses, or governmental entities and may arise due to various reasons, including:
Boundary disputes occur when there is uncertainty or disagreement regarding the boundaries of a property, leading to conflicts over land ownership and use.
Title disputes arise when there are competing claims to ownership of a property, such as conflicting deeds, fraudulent transfers, or unclear title records.
Inheritance disputes involve disagreements among heirs or beneficiaries over the distribution of property left by a deceased individual, leading to legal challenges and litigation.
Landlord-tenant disputes arise from disagreements between landlords and tenants regarding lease agreements, rent payments, property maintenance, or eviction proceedings.
Illegal dispossession, also known as unlawful eviction or forceful occupation, is a prevalent issue in Pakistan where individuals are wrongfully deprived of their property without due process of law. It often involves force, coercion, or fraud by individuals or groups seeking to occupy or seize property unlawfully.
Individuals who have been unlawfully dispossessed of their property in Pakistan have several legal remedies available to seek justice and reclaim their rights, including:
Victims can report the illegal dispossession to the police and file a First Information Report (FIR) against the perpetrators. The police are obligated to investigate the matter and take appropriate legal action against the offenders.
Victims can file civil lawsuits in the appropriate court seeking recovery of possession and damages for the unlawful dispossession. Civil litigation allows victims to present evidence, arguments, and legal claims to the court for adjudication.
Victims can seek interim relief from the court in the form of stay orders or injunctions to prevent further dispossession or occupation of the property by the perpetrators until the legal proceedings are resolved.
