Sundar Bahadur Sheni
Advocate Sundar Bahadur Sheni is a Legal Associate at Nepal Divorce Services, Kathmandu, specializing in divorce and family law with a strong background in human rights and public interest litigation. He is an alumnus of the U.S. State Department's International Visitors Leadership Program (IVLP) and has represented Nepal at international forums including the UN Forum on Business and Human Rights.
Areas of Practice
| Practice Area | Expertise |
|---|---|
| Divorce Proceedings | Contested and mutual consent divorce — court representation and negotiation |
| Human Rights Law | Public interest litigation, constitutional writ petitions, rights of marginalized communities |
| Child Custody | Custody disputes, visitation enforcement, child welfare advocacy |
| Civil Litigation | Property disputes, contract enforcement, land revenue matters |
| NRN Cases | Divorce filing from abroad via Power of Attorney |
Notable Achievements
Mr. Sheni is renowned for his pro bono public interest litigations. He achieved a landmark Supreme Court mandamus order promoting electric vehicles in Nepal — a case that demonstrated his commitment to using legal tools for systemic change. His international experience and advocacy for marginalized communities bring a broader perspective to his family law practice, particularly in cases involving cross-border disputes and human rights dimensions.
Approach
Mr. Sheni combines legal expertise with a deep commitment to social justice. He is particularly effective in cases where divorce intersects with domestic violence, discrimination, or cross-cultural family disputes. His international exposure gives him a nuanced understanding of NRN clients' challenges when navigating Nepal's legal system from abroad.
For a consultation with Advocate Sundar Bahadur Sheni, contact Nepal Divorce Services at +977 9841114443 or on WhatsApp.