Mediation in Family Law Disputes
Family law mediation is increasingly encouraged by courts. Mediation can help resolve disputes involving:…
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Rights of Unmarried Parents
Unmarried fathers can acquire full parental responsibilities and rights if they: Consent to being…
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Customary Marriages and Family Law
Customary marriages are legally recognised in South Africa under the Recognition of Customary Marriages…
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Division of Assets and Marital Regimes
Your marital regime determines how assets are divided at divorce. Marriage in Community of…
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Spousal Maintenance After Divorce
Many people assume spousal maintenance is automatic. It is not. South African courts consider…
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Child Maintenance in South Africa
Child maintenance is a legal duty owed by both parents, regardless of marital status.…
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Relocation and Emigration with Children
A frequent legal question in family law disputes is whether a parent may relocate…
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Children and the Law: Best Interests of the Child
South African courts are guided by the Children’s Act 38 of 2005, which states…
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Divorce in South Africa: Opposed vs Unopposed Divorce
In South African law, a divorce is granted on the ground that the marriage…
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