Yes. NRIs often lodge their complaints against builders with RERA, consumer forums, or civil courts regarding the issues of delay, non‑delivery, or deficiency in service. This is usually done through local counsel and a power of attorney.
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Do I need to come to India for every court hearing?
Generally, no. With a well-drafted power of attorney, your lawyer or authorized representative can show up and take care of most procedural steps. However, courts may at times ask for your appearance in person or through video‑conference.
Can one firm handle cases in multiple Indian cities for an NRI?
Yes, larger law firms and NRI desks often work with local counsel networks to coordinate cases across different states while keeping you updated through a single point of contact.
What documents should I share with my NRI litigation lawyer?
To construct a winning case, the essential documents are: title documents, sale deeds, agreements, payment receipts, bank statements, tax records, and any communication via emails or messages with the opposite party.
Before buying a property how can I verify it?
To confirm that a property is genuine, all property documents should be duly checked keeping in mind the chain of ownership, a title search can be conducted, land records must be checked at the registrar’s office, and most of all is the physically inspection of the property.
How can I procure the land records?
One can either visit the Patwari/Circle Officer/Tehsildar Office for procuring the hard copy of Records of land or can get a copy of the same through Common Service Centres (CSCs)/Kiosk or at a Service Guarantee Centre. Some of the documents can also be accessed on websites of concerned State/UT.
What is the legality of the digitally signed records?
The Digitally signed land records obtained via CSC/Kiosk portals after paying the prescribed fees are valid in the eyes of law and recognized by the government. They carry the same legal weight as of paper records.
How can I verify the construction approvals while buying a house, flat etc?
You can ask the buyer for the approval of building plan issued by the Municipal Corporation and also check for an Occupancy Certificate which is also issued by local municipality and declares that property is suitable for occupancy.
How do I check if the property carries any liability?
You can check for the encumbrance certificate which reveals previous dues and liabilities. Court records can be verified to check legal dispute with respect to the property.