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What is a Non-Working Spouse Entitled to in a Divorce in South Africa?
A non-working spouse in South Africa is not left without protection on divorce. The law recognises that a spouse who stayed at home to raise ...
Who Gets the House in a Divorce With Children?
The question of who gets the house in a divorce with children is one of the most emotionally charged issues a South African family can ...
Wife Moved Out Before Divorce in South Africa
When a wife moves out of the matrimonial home before a divorce in South Africa, it raises practical and legal questions about the house, the ...
How to Legally Separate in South Africa?
South African law does not have a formal status called “legal separation.” Unlike some countries, there is no separate court regime that recognises you as ...
Legal Separation in South Africa
“Legal separation” is one of the most searched family law phrases in South Africa, but it is also one of the most misunderstood. Couples who ...
No-Fault Divorce in South Africa
South Africa has, in practical terms, been a no-fault divorce jurisdiction since the Divorce Act 70 of 1979 came into force. The Act replaced the ...
What Type of Lawyer is Best for Divorce?
The right type of lawyer for a divorce is a family-law attorney who focuses their practice on divorce, custody, and the division of assets. In ...
What Happens When You File for Divorce First?
Filing for divorce first in South Africa does not give one spouse a legal advantage over the other. It is a procedural step that sets ...
The Complete Guide to Getting a Divorce in South Africa
Getting divorced in South Africa is a structured legal process governed by the Divorce Act 70 of 1979, and the steps are the same whether ...