Pawan Kumar Gautam · Lawyer, Karkardooma Court
The Legal Rex advises on divorce, maintenance and custody, and on the birth, marriage and apostille documents that families need in Delhi and abroad.
- Court
- Karkardooma Court Complex, Delhi 110032
- Practice
- Family law · Civil records · Apostille
- Consultations
- In person or online
The practice
About The Legal Rex
The Legal Rex is the practice of Pawan Kumar Gautam, a lawyer at the Karkardooma Court Complex in East Delhi. It handles two kinds of work that often meet: family disputes that need careful representation, and official documents — birth and marriage records, notarised affidavits, apostilles — that need to be right the first time.
Clients include families in East Delhi and people elsewhere in India or abroad who need documents from Delhi for a visa, an admission or a marriage overseas.
About Pawan Kumar GautamLegal services
Three areas of practice, one standard of care.
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Family & matrimonial
Disputes that are personal before they are legal.
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Birth & marriage records
When the official record is missing.
- 03
Documents for use abroad
From a signature in Delhi to recognition overseas.
Practice areas
Find your matter.
Each matter has its own section explaining what it involves, when help is needed and the legal points to keep in mind.
- Family & matrimonialDivorce and separation
- Family & matrimonialMaintenance and alimony
- Family & matrimonialChild custody and support
- Family & matrimonialAdoption and guardianship
- Family & matrimonialDowry harassment
- Birth & marriage recordsNon-Availability of Birth Certificate (NABC)
- Birth & marriage recordsBirth certificate for an unregistered birth
- Birth & marriage recordsNon-Availability of Marriage Certificate (NAMC)
- Birth & marriage recordsMarriage certificate for an unregistered marriage
- Documents for use abroadNotary attestation and 'valid outside India' attestation
- Documents for use abroadApostille and MEA attestation
- Documents for use abroadCENOMAR / single-status (bachelorhood) certificate
Professional introduction
Pawan Kumar Gautam
Pawan Kumar Gautam practises at the Karkardooma Court Complex, Delhi, under the name The Legal Rex. The practice combines family and matrimonial representation with document work that ordinary families rely on: non-availability certificates, delayed birth and marriage registration, notarisation and MEA apostille.
The approach is practical: understand the facts, read the documents properly, explain the options plainly, and choose the route that resolves the matter.
Why clients choose The Legal Rex
What you can expect.
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Documents examined in detail
Every notice, certificate and agreement is read closely, because procedural and documentary detail often decides a matter.
- 02
Clear communication
Plain explanations of the law, the options and the realistic risks, in person at the court complex or online.
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Resolution before litigation
Negotiation, mediation, conciliation and arbitration are considered wherever they can settle a dispute faster and at lower cost.
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At the court itself
Based in the Karkardooma Court Complex, where the district and family courts for East, North-East and Shahdara districts sit.
Approach to representation
Considered before it is contested.
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Listen first
Every matter starts with your account of what has happened and what you need. Meetings take place at Karkardooma Court or online, whichever suits you.
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Read every document
Notices, petitions, certificates and agreements are examined line by line. In family and documentation matters alike, the outcome often turns on a detail in the paperwork.
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Choose the right route
Applicable law, current judgments and the realistic cost of litigation are weighed before anything is filed. Where negotiation, mediation, conciliation or arbitration can resolve the matter, that option is put on the table.
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Act, and keep you informed
Once a course is agreed, it is carried through: drafting, filing, appearances and follow-up with the authorities, with clear updates at every stage.
Karkardooma, East Delhi
Practising where East Delhi’s cases are heard.
The Karkardooma Court Complex houses the district courts for the East, North-East and Shahdara districts of Delhi, including the Family Courts for those districts.
For families in localities such as Laxmi Nagar, Preet Vihar, Mayur Vihar, Shahdara, Krishna Nagar and Dilshad Garden, that is where matrimonial and family matters are usually heard. Working from the complex keeps the practice close to the registry, the courtrooms and the mediation centre.
Documentation work such as NABC, apostille and single-status certificates is not tied to one courthouse. Clients across Delhi NCR, elsewhere in India and abroad can be assisted online.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
More procedural questions are answered on the practice areas page.
Where is The Legal Rex based?
The Legal Rex is the practice of Pawan Kumar Gautam, a lawyer at the Karkardooma Court Complex, Karkardooma, Delhi 110032. The court complex serves the East, North-East and Shahdara districts of Delhi.
What kind of matters does The Legal Rex handle?
Family and matrimonial matters such as divorce, maintenance, child custody, guardianship and dowry harassment; birth and marriage record matters including NABC, delayed birth registration, NAMC and marriage registration; and documents for use abroad, including notary attestation, MEA apostille and attestation, and single-status (CENOMAR) certificates.
Can I get help without visiting Delhi?
Yes, for many matters. Consultations and much of the documentation work for NABC, apostille and single-status certificates can be handled online or over the phone. Some steps, such as appearing before a notary or registering authority, may require you or an authorised representative to be present in person.
How do I book a consultation?
Call +91 88103 52584, send a WhatsApp message to the same number, write to thelegalrex@gmail.com, or use the enquiry form on the contact page. Share a short description of your matter and the documents you have, and you will be told what is needed next.
What should I bring to the first meeting?
Bring a valid photo ID, any notices, orders or petitions you have received, and the documents your matter concerns, such as certificates, affidavits or agreements. For family matters, a short written timeline of key events is very helpful.
Can you guarantee the result of my case?
No. No lawyer can honestly guarantee an outcome, and professional conduct rules for advocates in India do not permit it. What you can expect is a clear explanation of your options, the realistic risks and the next steps.
Is the information on this website legal advice?
No. The content on this website is general information about the law and procedure in India. It does not create a lawyer–client relationship. Please seek advice on your specific facts before acting.
Consultation
Tell us what the matter is. We will tell you what it needs.
Share a short description and the documents you have. You will hear back about the next step: what is required, what it involves, and whether a meeting is needed.
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