7 Things You Need to Know About Hague Convention South Africa Cases When families are torn apart by international child abduction, the legal road ahead can feel confusing, emotional, and overwhelming. South Africa ratified the Hague Convention on Civil Aspects of...
International relationships are more common than ever. People fall in love across borders, build lives in different countries, and sometimes—despite their best intentions—those relationships come to an end. When that happens, the legal process can quickly become...
Section 10(2) of the Recognition of Customary Marriages Act Our Mr. Vermeulen recently joined Millicent Ndiweni from the Wholesome Living program on Adventist World Radio to discuss the below subject. Give it a listen here The relationship between customary law...
Parental Alienation: Recognising and Addressing Its Impact on Children Parental separation and divorce are challenging experiences for any family, especially children. Amid the emotional upheaval, a deeply damaging — yet often misunderstood — phenomenon may emerge:...
We receive a number of queries from people from all walks of life, and we do our best to respond to all of them as soon as we possibly can. While some queries may be answered with a simple ‘yes’ or ‘no,’ most legal queries require comprehensive responses. This is why...
Defending Against a Hague Convention Application: When Can a Child’s Return Be Opposed? The Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction is designed to ensure the prompt return of children who have been wrongfully removed or retained in a...
The December Holidays in South Africa The December holidays in South Africa, with their cultural significance and festivities, present a unique set of challenges for separated or divorced parents. Managing a child’s holiday schedule can become especially complex when...
Relocation disputes involving minor children are among the most challenging matters for both parents and courts. When one parent seeks to relocate with a child —whether domestically or internationally— questions arise about how to balance competing rights, maintain...
Introduction Late-in-life divorces present unique challenges that can significantly impact the financial and emotional well-being of those involved. As individuals navigate the complexities of dividing assets, securing maintenance, and planning for retirement, several...
