Blog
Variation of Maintenance application
Variation of maintenance.
The end of the road for naughty non-payers
Recent court cases have made it clear the High court will jail non-payers of maintenance where payment for children wasn’t made after many efforts by the former partner
A Guide to Deceased Estates
Losing a loved one is difficult enough on its own, without having to deal with the legal and administrative issues that immediately arise when someone passes away. When in the position of mourning a relative’s passing, while also having to take care of their estate...
The Division of Assets in a Divorce in South Africa
The division of assets in divorce in South Africa is complicated. At the outset and before looking at the factors specific to each case, it is determined by each couple’s marriage property regime. Marriage in Community of Property Community of property is the...
What To Do When You Get A Divorce Summons
As divorce lawyers in South Africa, we often help clients who want to know what to do when they receive a divorce summons. Here’s our advice: 1. The most important step is to stop and breathe. Take a moment and consider. Do not panic, but give yourself time to think....
What Is Normal Contact With Children?
“Normal” is a loaded word and many fathers resent the idea that they will be relegated to every alternative weekend. Before we can discuss what is considered normal contact with children, we need to understand the child's age and level of development. For men who have...
What is Domestic Violence and What Should You Put In Your Application for a Protection Order?
It’s important to know that South African law is very different from any law anywhere else as to what is considered Domestic Violence. Don’t take guidance from anything other than the Domestic Violence Act of South Africa. Our Domestic Violence Act explains that...
Parenting plan pitfalls: mistakes to avoid
In the event of a divorce or separation, child maintenance is not the only aspect ex-spouses need to focus on. Having a comprehensive parenting plan can be beneficial in paving a more cordial relationship in the future and avoiding conflicts. Blake Attorneys explains...
Co-parenting in practice: how it works
In the event of a divorce or separation, it is not just enough to pay child maintenance but to also co-parent effectively. It may come easily for some ex-partners who have mutually separated and can maintain a healthy relationship. However, most exes require help in...