17 Sep 2023 | Child maintenance, Divorce
In the recent case of H v B ZAGPJHC-2022-823, the Judge (Spilg J) gave a pretty blistering judgment against a husband who was a former practicing advocate stating – “The defendant has deliberately tested the tolerance of the court believing that he can abuse the...
13 Apr 2022 | Child maintenance
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...
9 Mar 2022 | Child maintenance
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...
16 Feb 2022 | Child maintenance
Child maintenance in South Africa is where one parent pays amounts either directly to the other parent, or to service providers such as medical aid and schools. In some instances this is by agreement and in some cases there is a court order directing those payments....
12 Jan 2022 | Child maintenance
The laws are responsible to ensure the collection and enforcement of child maintenance in South Africa. However, in several cases, the father who has been paying without a court order simply stops or is unable to pay. What can you do in such a situation? Read on to...
15 Dec 2021 | Child maintenance
The divorce and maintenance laws in South Africa dictate that both parents are responsible for the proper upbringing and essential needs of their child(ren). This ‘duty to maintain’ or ‘duty to support’ is a legal requirement as every child is entitled to reasonable...
4 Aug 2021 | Child maintenance
All parents, either married or no longer in a relationship, have financial obligations towards their children. However, in many cases of separation or divorce, they are unable to find middle ground on how to meet these obligations. Blake Attorneys breaks down the...
10 May 2021 | Child maintenance
When a minor child is involved in a divorce, the court must ensure the child’s best interests are taken into account. Many parents may obtain maintenance orders against the other parent to collect money for child support. But what happens if the other parent does not...
