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Alpine Law Associates is the leading full-service law firm encompassing a wide range of legal practices located in Kathmandu, Nepal. It consists of a team of the country's best lawyers, each with expertise in their respective fields, tailored to meet clients' specific needs.

Office Address

Anamnagar-29, Kathmandu

Phone Number

+977 9841114443

Email Address

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Power of Attorney in Nepal: Legal Framework, Types, and Procedure

Power of Attorney in Nepal: Legal Framework, Types, and Procedure

A Power of Attorney (POA) in Nepal is a vital legal instrument allowing a person to authorize another individual to act on their behalf in legal, financial, or property matters. This comprehensive article explains the types of POA (general and authorized), legal requirements, format, execution steps in Nepal or abroad, required documents, and termination criteria. Whether you’re living in Nepal or overseas, Alpine Law Associates provides end-to-end POA services including drafting, authentication, court/consular processing, and legal representation. Ensure your rights and responsibilities are managed lawfully with our expert legal team.

  • January 19, 2025
Understanding Tamasuk in Nepal: Types and Legal Aspects of Transactions

Understanding Tamasuk in Nepal: Types and Legal Aspects of Transactions

Tamasuk is a legally recognized document for financial transactions in Nepal, ensuring mutual trust and enforceability. This article explains the types of Tamasuk—Kapali, Dristi Bandhak, Bhog Bandhak, and Lakhabandhak—along with legal guidelines under the Muluki Civil Code 2074. Whether you're a lender or borrower, understanding Tamasuk helps safeguard your rights and responsibilities. Alpine Law Associates offers expert legal services to help you draft, register, and enforce Tamasuk agreements across Nepal.

  • January 20, 2025
Consumer Rights and Consumer Protection Act in Nepal

Consumer Rights and Consumer Protection Act in Nepal

Consumer protection is a legal safeguard ensuring fair trade, quality goods, and services for every Nepali citizen. Backed by the Consumer Protection Act, 2075 and the National Penal Code, 2074, these laws outline consumer rights including fair pricing, informed choices, and safety from substandard or harmful goods. This article dives deep into Nepal's legal framework, common violations like food adulteration and false advertising, and how consumers can seek redress. Alpine Law Associates offers end-to-end legal help for victims of exploitation, standing strong for justice, safety, and accountability in Nepal's consumer market.

  • January 28, 2025
Adoption in Nepal: Legal Process, Requirements, and Responsibilities

Adoption in Nepal: Legal Process, Requirements, and Responsibilities

Adoption in Nepal is a legal process guided by Chapter 8 of the Muluki Civil Code, 2074. This law lays out the conditions for adoptive parents, eligible adoptees, consent procedures, and legal responsibilities. From filing petitions to handling documentation, the process ensures transparency and the protection of both adopters and children. Alpine Law Associates, a full-service legal firm in Nepal, offers complete legal support for domestic and NRN adoption cases. Our experienced lawyers guide clients through every legal step with compassion and professionalism, making family-building through adoption a safe and fulfilling journey.

  • February 03, 2025
Child Custody Laws and Parental Rights in Nepal

Child Custody Laws and Parental Rights in Nepal

Child custody in Nepal is a sensitive yet crucial legal matter governed by the Muluki Civil Code 2074. It ensures the child’s welfare after separation or divorce by outlining legal criteria for determining custody, maintenance, visitation, and parental duties. This article covers the legal definitions, eligibility, and responsibilities of custodial and non-custodial parents. It also explains how custody decisions are made based on the child's age, parental agreement, and financial capacity. Whether you're a parent going through separation or seeking clarity on your rights, this guide offers clear legal insight and guidance.

  • February 03, 2025
Divorce and Alimony in Nepal: Legal Provisions and Grounds

Divorce and Alimony in Nepal: Legal Provisions and Grounds

Divorce in Nepal involves legal grounds, alimony, property division, and child custody under the Muluki Civil Code 2074. This article explains both husband and wife rights, financial implications, and the role of court in fair dissolution of marriage. It also covers how alimony is determined, when it's granted, and what legal procedures must be followed. Alpine Law Associates offers expert legal help for mutual or contested divorce cases in Nepal.

  • February 04, 2025
Theories of Punishment in Nepal

Theories of Punishment in Nepal

This article explores the major theories of punishment in Nepal, including retributive, deterrent, preventive, and reformative models. It examines their application in the legal system and highlights how Nepal is shifting towards more rehabilitative justice. The discussion includes challenges such as overcrowded prisons, resource shortages, and the need for reform in correctional systems. Learn how these theories shape laws, sentencing, and rehabilitation policies in Nepal’s modern legal framework.

  • April 02, 2025
Performance of Contract in Nepal

Performance of Contract in Nepal

This article explains the legal aspects of contract performance in Nepal under the National Civil Code, 2017. It covers modes, time, place, and parties responsible for fulfilling contractual duties, along with exceptions such as impossibility or mutual release. Understanding contract performance helps ensure legal certainty, reduce disputes, and protect the rights of all parties involved in both business and personal transactions. The article provides practical insights into how, when, and by whom a contract should be performed, with references to key legal provisions and situations where performance may be excused.

  • April 02, 2025
Understanding Breach of Contract and Legal Remedies in Nepal

Understanding Breach of Contract and Legal Remedies in Nepal

A breach of contract occurs when one party fails to fulfill obligations outlined in a contract. Under Nepal’s National Civil Code, 2017, breaches are categorized as actual or anticipatory, triggering the right to seek legal remedies. These remedies include formal court processes, informal methods like arbitration and mediation, or even self-help options in financial agreements. The nature of the breach determines whether the aggrieved party may claim compensation or specific performance or cancel the contract. This article explores breach types, legal definitions, and available actions, helping individuals and businesses understand their contractual rights and protect their legal interests.

  • April 04, 2025
Legal Remedies for Breach of Contract in Nepal

Legal Remedies for Breach of Contract in Nepal

Remedies for breach of contract in Nepal provide legal recourse when a party fails to fulfill contractual duties. The National Civil Code, 2017 outlines solutions such as damages, specific performance, injunctions, restitution, and the doctrine of unjust enrichment. Victims can choose formal court actions or alternative dispute resolution methods like arbitration or mediation. These remedies uphold fairness, ensure justice, and protect the rights of aggrieved parties. Whether you're seeking compensation, cancellation, or equitable enforcement, understanding these remedies helps maintain trust and accountability in contractual relationships in both commercial and personal contexts.

  • April 04, 2025
Provision relating to illegal detention in Nepal

Provision relating to illegal detention in Nepal

Illegal detention infringes upon fundamental human rights, violating personal liberty without legal justification. In Nepal, the Constitution and the Muluki Penal Code 2074 outline protections against such unlawful acts. Victims can seek immediate relief through the writ of habeas corpus, compelling authorities to justify detentions. Alpine Law Associates offers expert legal assistance to navigate these complex issues, ensuring justice and upholding individual freedoms. This article delves into the legal frameworks addressing illegal detention in Nepal and the remedies available to those affected.

  • May 04, 2025
नेपालमा सम्बन्ध विच्छेदको प्रकृया / Divorce Process in Nepal in Nepali Language

नेपालमा सम्बन्ध विच्छेदको प्रकृया / Divorce Process in Nepal in Nepali Language

नेपालमा सम्बन्ध विच्छेद (डिभोर्स) मुलुकी देवानी संहिता, २०७४ अनुसार कानुनी प्रक्रिया हो, जसले वैवाहिक सम्बन्धलाई अन्त्य गर्छ। यो प्रक्रिया पति वा पत्नीले अदालतमा निवेदन दर्ता गरेर सुरु हुन्छ, जसमा मिलापत्र प्रयास, सम्पत्ति बाँडफाँड, र भरणपोषणको व्यवस्था समावेश हुन्छ। सम्बन्ध विच्छेदका लागि विभिन्न आधारहरू छन्, जस्तै अलग बसाइ, शारीरिक वा मानसिक हिंसा, व्यभिचार, आदि। Alpine Law Associates ले तपाईंलाई सम्बन्ध विच्छेदको सम्पूर्ण प्रक्रिया, आवश्यक कागजातहरू, र कानुनी सल्लाह प्रदान गर्दछ, ताकि तपाईंको अधिकार सुरक्षित रहोस्।

  • May 04, 2025
Public, Private and Non-Profit Companies in Nepal

Public, Private and Non-Profit Companies in Nepal

This article provides a comprehensive overview of the various types of companies in Nepal, as defined by the Companies Act, 2063 (2006). It delves into the characteristics of private limited companies, public limited companies, and non-profit organizations, highlighting their formation processes, regulatory requirements, and roles in the Nepalese economy. Whether you're an entrepreneur, investor, or legal professional, this guide offers valuable insights into the corporate structures that drive business and social initiatives in Nepal.

  • May 04, 2025
Understanding Nepal's Acid Attack Laws: Legal Protections and Penalties

Understanding Nepal's Acid Attack Laws: Legal Protections and Penalties

Acid attacks in Nepal, though less frequent than in neighboring countries, have prompted significant legal reforms due to their severe impact on victims. The National Penal Code and the Acid and Other Hazardous Chemicals (Regulation) Act, 2019, criminalize such attacks, prescribing stringent penalties and ensuring victim compensation. Despite these advancements, challenges persist in enforcement and victim support. This article delves into the legal framework, penalties, and the role of legal professionals in addressing acid attack cases in Nepal.

  • May 27, 2025
Understanding Nepal's Suicide Law: Abetment, Legal Provisions, and Support

Understanding Nepal's Suicide Law: Abetment, Legal Provisions, and Support

In Nepal, suicide is not a criminal offense; however, abetment to suicide is punishable under Section 185 of the National Penal Code, 2017. Individuals found guilty of encouraging or assisting suicide can face up to five years of imprisonment and a fine of up to NPR 50,000. The law emphasizes mental health awareness and aims to reduce stigma. Legal professionals play a crucial role in handling such cases, offering services like legal consultation, FIR filing, evidence collection, court representation, and compensation claims. Despite legal provisions, challenges remain in mental health support and awareness.

  • May 27, 2025