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South Africa's rich cultural diversity influences our legal system, particularly in recognising marriages.
Barnard Inc.
Cohabitation relationships refer to the act of living together with someone in an intimate and committed relationship without being married or in a civil partnership.
Barnard Inc.
Part 2: Clement Manyathela speaks to Isabel van den Ende, Senior Associate in the Family Law Department at Barnard, about the process of maintenance in the country and what rights parents...
Barnard Inc.
Regardless of if you're a small business entrepreneur or a medium-sized business owner, planning for a family, or just married, a Will is one of the most crucial documents you'll ever sign.
Barnard Inc.
In a clear sign that South Africa's constitutional democracy is maturing, laws relating to family law and personal rights were easily the most challenged regulations in the highest courts...
Barnard Inc.
For most children starting school this month – be it ‘big school', ‘new school', ‘high school' or just moving up a grade—nothing will top the excitement...
Barnard Inc.
Clement Manyathela speaks to Isabel van den Ende, Senior Associate in the Family Law Department at Barnard, about the process of maintenance in the country and what rights parents and guardians have.
Adams & Adams
On 4 December 2023, the Pretoria High Court will determine whether Section 10(2) of the Recognition of Customary Marriages Act is unconstitutional and should be referred to the Constitutional Court.
Adams & Adams
The Constitutional Court of South Africa passed a landmark ruling on 10 October 2023, effectively changing the Divorce Act. Simply put, individuals married out of community of property without accrual...
Barnard Inc.
South African law does not make specific provisions for grandparents' rights over their grandchildren/grandchild. However, the Children's Act 38 of 2005 does provide an option...
Barnard Inc.
On 10 October 2023, the Constitutional Court of South Africa delivered groundbreaking judgments in two separate but interconnected cases, both challenging the constitutionality of Section...
Adams & Adams
On 10 October 2023 the Constitutional Court of South Africa confirmed the Pretoria High Court Order. It was declared that Section 7(3)(a) of the Divorce Act is inconsistent with the constitution...
Barnard Inc.
Every September, National Wills Week rolls around – where participating law firms offer basic Will drafting for free.
Adams & Adams
In terms of the South African Children's Act (38 of 2005) a minor child's biological parents automatically have parental rights and responsibilities, which include guardianship.
Barnard Inc.
The role of the Family Advocate is to take the best interests of the minor children/child into consideration and to promote these interests in order to make a decision regarding their care, contact...
Adams & Adams
The legislature continues to play catchup in Family Law to ensure that the law is aligned with the Constitution and the goals which South Africa wishes to receive as a democracy, including equality.
ENS
In the case of MN v BN, the Bloemfontein High Court refused to grant damages to the plaintiff (the former husband of the defendant) who sought compensation for financially supporting a child...
Adams & Adams
Twenty-nine years into democracy, our society continues to evolve and undertake efforts to reverse the injustices of our past. The legislature plays a huge role by changing legislation to ensure...
Barnard Inc.
29 June 2023 marked a milestone in South African constitutional law when the Constitutional Court issued a groundbreaking ruling that will significantly influence the lives of many same-sex couples.
Barnard Inc.
A landmark shift in family law has recently levelled the playing field for unmarried parents, providing them with the same legal rights and protections in child custody matters as those available to divorcing parents.
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