What are the chances of getting my mehriyeh in BC?
Mehriyeh has been defined by British Columbia courts as a gift a husband makes to his wife, usually at the time the couple are married. The wife can demand her Mehrieh at anytime before, during or after a separation. If you’re drafting a mehriyeh marriage contract, it’s important to have a family lawyer that is experienced in dowry law review it to ensure that your rights and interests are protected.
In British Columbia and Ontario, Canada, under the Family Relations Act, mehriyeh, maher, and dowry contracts are legally enforceable. There are many factors that will be considered in a mehriyeh or dowry case. If the amount of the dowry does not exceed half of the marital assets, it will likely be deemed fair. If your Iranian marriage took place in Canada, the terms will hold more weight than if it took place in Iran. The length of the negotiations will also be considered, and whether the terms were established by the parents years ago, or whether the groom and bride were an active part of more recent negotiations. Were the dowry papers signed by the parents or the bride and groom? The length of the marriage will also be considered, along with other factors.
At Pax Law, we understand the traditional significance and importance of mehriyeh, maher, and dowry contracts. We’re here to help you enforce your rights under these contracts and protect your financial interests. Whether that means negotiating a settlement or going to court, we’ll be here for you every step of the way.
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