Questions parents ask in child custody disputes. What are some of the difficulties parents face when dealing with child custody issues and problems? When parents have issues and difficulties regarding their parental responsibilities and rights, they often go online for answers. These issues can relate to contact rights or guardianship Continue Reading
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Some interesting questions and answers regarding divorces in South Africa. Here are some questions people ask and search for online.
People going through divorces have many questions. Some we can expect, and others are very surprising. Read on to learn more about divorces and the questions people ask. How much does a divorce cost in South Africa? The cost of a divorce varies from case to case and client to Continue Reading
Get the best out of your pending divorce case – Tips and Tricks for divorcing couples.
Divorces – Is it possible to increase my chances of getting a fair outcome? Here are some Tips and Tricks to assist you. Divorce cases can be straightforward or riddled with issues. Not only legal issues but also emotional issues, especially when there are children involved. What about the proprietary Continue Reading
The Online Divorce – I want to get divorced now, but I want to do it online. Is it at all possible?
Can technology be used to have me divorced online? I do not want to go to court or see my spouse again. Is an online divorce possible? When a marriage breaks down, people naturally would want information on the topic of divorces and the legal process. For this, they usually Continue Reading
Child Maintenance Applications, investigation, preparation and enquiries – What you need to know, and more
Child Maintenance Applications, investigation, preparation and enquiries – What you need to know, and more. Everything you need to know when making a maintenance application at the maintenance court. This includes the filing of the complaint, up until the formal enquiry before a magistrate. The internet is well-stocked with information Continue Reading
Latest Regulations: No Court order, registered agreement or parenting plan is required for the movement of children during the lockdown – 16 April 2020
Latest regulations regarding the movement of children between co-holders of parental responsibilities and rights or a caregiver. Essentially, all children can move, with specific requirements to be in place – 16 April 2020 On 16 April 2020, the Minister of Cooperative Governance and Traditional Affairs Dr Nkosazana Dlamini Zuma made Continue Reading
A common question from unmarried fathers: Is it possible for an unmarried father in South Africa to obtain full custody of a 10-year-old child? – An advocate’s perspective
The plight and fight of unmarried fathers in obtaining primary care (custody) of their children in South Africa. Can the battle be won, and what are their rights? By Advocate Muhammad Abduroaf (LL.B LL.M) There is a common misconception that if a child was born out of wedlock, only the Continue Reading
10 questions parents usually ask Our Lawyer when it comes to custody and care issues regarding their minor children
Frequently asked questions when it comes to parental responsibilities and rights of parents having issues or difficulties in co-caring for their children. As things evolve, so does the legal question surrounding child custody, contact and care. For example, not too long ago, children were generally seen as best being cared Continue Reading
Parental responsibilities and care during the coronavirus lockdown in South Africa – The uncertain questions that cannot and should not be answered today
Updated: 16 April 2020 New regulations have been issued on 16 April 2020. Click on the link below: The material change is that you do not have to have a court order or a parental responsibilities and rights agreement or parenting plan, registered with the family advocate. Possession of Continue Reading
What parents need to know should they wish to relocate from South Africa to the United Kingdom, Australia, United States, New Zealand or Canada
What parents need to know should they wish to relocate from South Africa to the United Kingdom, Australia, United States, New Zealand or Canada with their minor child We often receive queries and requests for advice and assistance on issues relating to relocation to another country with a minor child. Continue Reading
