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PARENTAL CONSENT AND ENROLLMENT OF A CHILD IN SCHOOL

PARENTAL CONSENT AND ENROLMENT OF A CHILD IN SCHOOL

Every caring parent wants to give their child the best education possible according to their specific circumstances and station in life.  Not all parents earn the same amount of money or have access to the best type of education. However, most parents will do their best, which the law

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Can a Parent Legally Be Refused Access to Their Children in SA?

If you have been refused access to your child in SA, it is vital to know that withholding contact over maintenance or personal disputes is entirely unlawful. Under Section 35 of the Children’s Act, a parent obstructing contact faces serious legal remedies. Discover how to protect your rights.

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HOW TO HELP YOUR CHILDREN WHEN THE OTHER PARENT IS A NARCISSIST

HOW TO HELP YOUR CHILDREN WHEN THE OTHER PARENT IS A NARCISSIST

It is exceptionally difficult to watch your children being emotionally manipulated by a narcissistic parent. It is a complicated situation and difficult to know how to respond. There are a number of steps you can take to protect your children from a narcissistic parent. Some steps will involve just

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The Voice of the Child in Family Law

THE VOICE OF THE CHILD

Explore the importance of children’s voices in South African family law, ensuring kids are heard in custody & divorce matters with Benita Ardenbaum Attorneys.

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RELOCATION OF CHILDREN DURING A DIVORCE

To relocate with children is not always that easy and the main consideration will always be what is in their best interests. Relocation within the Republic: The Children’s Act does not set out consent procedures for relocation within the country. The Act does stipulate however that co-holders of guardianship

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CARE AND CONTACT ASSESSMENTS

Care & Contact Assessments are statutory investigations determining the best care and contact arrangements between a child, or children, and all co-holders of parental rights. Social workers or other forensic practitioners are qualified to conduct Care & Contact Assessments at the request of the court. Care & Contact Assessments

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GUARDIANSHIP OF A MINOR CHILD

Guardianship is an adults’ right and responsibility. In terms of the Children’s Act 38 of 2005 a person who acts as a guardian must: 1) Administer and safeguard the child’s property and property interests; 2) Assist or represent the child in administrative, contractual and other legal matters; or 3)

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A CHILD IN NEED OF CARE AND PROTECTION

It is common knowledge that one of the greatest ills plaguing our democracy is the neglect and abuse of children. Our Constitution entrenches children’s rights in our society, which include the right to safety and security, and parliament has given effect to such rights by enacting the Children’s Act,

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