The enforcement of maintenance payments is a highly problematic area. Often people liable to pay maintenance either refuse or simply neglect to fulfil their obligation. When one parent fails to [...]
In order to enter into a valid engagement contract the requirements which first need to be met are the following: Both parties must be 18 years of age or older. Minors under the age of 18 will [...]
One of the most difficult, painful conversations you will ever face is talking to your kids about your plan to divorce. When you know that you will be separating or divorcing, it is important to [...]
Introducing a new partner to your children can be daunting: there are life-changing implications for all involved. The fallout from introducing your children too quickly to a new love interest [...]
Where a spouse lives in another country, a Plaintiff must first approach the Court by way of what is known in law as an Edictal Citation Application. If granted, this gives the Plaintiff [...]
As unfortunate as it is, men and women tend to take advantage of their spouse during divorce proceedings. One of the most significant issues people run into during a divorce is dividing up their [...]
A child’s best interest is paramount. When deciding how parents will share parental responsibilities and rights, Courts strive to ensure that a child’s health, safety, and welfare [...]
The process of trying to divorce a missing spouse can be exceptionally stressful and frustrating especially when one wants to remarry. If you don’t know where your spouse is, a Summons for [...]
The duty to pay spousal maintenance post-divorce is found in Section 7 of the Divorce Act, 70 of 1979. This duty arises in two ways: Section 7(1) of the Act provides that the court, when granting [...]
Firstly, it must be noted that no, contempt of Court does not relate solely to criminal proceedings nor to criminal behaviour. Contempt of Court applies whenever behaviour exhibits simple [...]
