MJ & ASSOCIATES possesses a unique and specialized expertise in the laws governing Waqf properties in India. The Waqf Act, 1995, is a special legislation dedicated to the protection, administration, and regulation of properties dedicated for religious or charitable purposes under Muslim law. Our firm provides dedicated legal services to Waqf institutions, mutawallis (managers), beneficiaries, and other stakeholders to ensure the preservation and proper utilization of these valuable assets.
Our Expertise
Our practice is focused on litigation, advisory, and regulatory compliance to safeguard the interests of Waqf institutions and uphold the intentions of the waqif (dedicator).
Waqf Property Litigation
We have extensive experience in representing clients before State Waqf Tribunals, High Courts, and the Supreme Court in disputes concerning the determination of Waqf properties, removal of encroachments, recovery of alienated properties, and challenges to the actions of Waqf Boards.
Administration and Management Advisory
We advise mutawallis and managing committees on the proper administration of Waqf estates, including the framing of schemes for management, leasing of properties in a compliant manner, and ensuring that the income is utilized for the intended charitable and religious purposes.
Development of Waqf Properties
Our firm provides legal guidance on structuring legally sound and commercially viable joint development agreements for Waqf properties. We ensure that such developments are in the best interest of the Waqf and comply with all statutory requirements, including obtaining necessary permissions from the Waqf Board.
Representative Work
- Successfully represented a Waqf institution before the High Court to recover a prime property that was illegally sold decades ago.
- Advised a state Waqf board on the formulation of new regulations for the leasing of urban Waqf properties to enhance revenue.
- Handled complex litigation concerning a dispute over the hereditary succession of a mutawalli for a prominent Dargah.
- Structured a joint development agreement for the construction of a commercial complex on a Waqf land, ensuring a long-term revenue stream for the Waqf's charitable activities.