Legal matters involving family relationships can be emotionally complex and challenging to navigate. A family attorney specialises in addressing these issues, offering professional legal advice and representation to protect your rights. Whether dealing with divorce,...
Divorce is a legal process that formally ends a marriage, and several documents are central to this process. In South Africa, we do not use the term “divorce papers” as used in the USA. This blog will assist in better understanding the legal documents used in the...
“The bluntest pencil is better than the sharpest mind” (Unknown) The Festive Season is traditionally a time for giving, and it seems a pity to have to mention the hard realities of the law right now. But, as a recent High Court dispute confirms, things can...
Whilst this is no doubt an unpleasant topic, divorce is a relevant and important issue to consider as it affects so many women. The modified crude divorce rate in South Africa for 2003 was 520,4 per 100 000 married females (as quoted by Statistics South Africa)….....
Once you and your spouse are certain that you do not wish to remain married to each other it is important to appreciate the process upon which you are about to embark to bring your marital relationship to an amicable end. Divorce is not pleasant and is invariably...
The prospect of a pending divorce is an extremely emotional one, even in the simplest of cases. The process of litigating a divorce can, however, be a cold and unfriendly prospect….. There are two main types of divorces, those that are undefended and those that are...