As a couple living together in a cohabitation relationship, it is essential to understand the concept of universal partnership in South African law. This legal construct has significant implications for the division of assets when a relationship ends. In this blog...
You want to make the best decisions for your child's well-being as a parent. When parents are divorced or separated, it can be difficult to determine who has the final say in major decisions regarding the children. The South African Children's Act of 2005 outlines the...
Who can get divorced in the South African Courts? South Africans have become increasingly mobile, choosing to live overseas temporarily or indefinitely. As we live in an increasingly globalised world, many South Africans living abroad or returning from abroad are...
The legal position, and available remedies in the case of unreasonable withholding of consent Sally and Peter have a lovely little boy, named John. Sally’s employer has given her the opportunity to work in Germany for 5 years and has indicated that they will pay for...
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What rights would the father then have in respect of a minor child?
Sally and Nico was in a relationship for approximately 2 years. During this time Sally fell pregnant. Before Sally had a beautiful baby girl, Paige, the relationship between her and Nico crumbled, and N…
The primary purpose of the application of the status quo doctrine is to ensure that the best interests of the children are of paramount importance.
Chris has a high paying job as a cardiovascular surgeon and Katy manages organic health foods store in a prominent area in the city. Despite Katy’s hard work, Chris has been the main contributor to the families lavish lifestyle and many of their marital assets were...
Lungi and Tebogo got married in December 2018 in Durban, Kwazulu-Natal. Tebogo paid full lobola for Lungi and the handing over of the bride ceremony was done, however, they never formally registered their marriage. Lungi and Tebogo now want to get divorced, however,...
