Jun 6, 2019 | Family Divorce and Matrimonial Law
In the last few decades we have seen rising divorce rates and an increase in children growing up in two separate households, leaving parents bewildered and uncertain. Care and contact under the Children’s Act In terms of the amended Children’s Act 38 of 2005 (the Act)...
Feb 7, 2019 | Family Divorce and Matrimonial Law
Couples sometimes rush into marriage and before they realise it, they are bound by South Africa’s default marital regime which is that of In Community of Property. This means that one joint estate belongs to both spouses in equal undivided shares. Couples can choose...
Nov 29, 2018 | Family Divorce and Matrimonial Law
Parental child abduction is defined as the “taking, retention, or concealment of a child or children by a parent, other family member, or their agent, in derogation of the custody rights, including visitation rights of another parent or family member.” [Girdner, L....
Nov 5, 2018 | Family Divorce and Matrimonial Law, Immigration Law
When planning to travel the world, you envision all the places you will go and the memories you will make. The last thing on your mind is all the red tape involved when crossing borders, especially when travelling with minors. South Africa is no exception to the rest...
Oct 15, 2018 | Family Divorce and Matrimonial Law
South African law recognises domestic violence as a “serious social evil” that unfortunately has a high incidence within our society. Affecting the most vulnerable members, it is often not reported to the authorities. Regulated by the Domestic Violence Act 116/1998...
