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divorce

Helping you Navigate the Legal Ins and Outs of Dating and Relationships

There is no denying that technology has irrevocably changed the way we date and get to know romantic partners. A potential significant other is often a swipe away, and a fun date can materialise after a flirty text message exchange. Leading the way in this digital dating age is the millennial generation (those born in the 1980s to early 2000s). This digitally-savvy group has, as Tara Parker-Pope writes in an editorial for The New York Times, “ rewritten the rules for courtship,
Marriage

Getting Divorced in South Africa – A Basic Guide

Every year, dreams of marital bliss are shattered as more and more married couples call it quits and are getting divorced in South Africa. In fact, the latest statistics released by StatsSA indicate that fewer lovebirds are tying the knot and an increasing number of couples end up in divorce court. Having to deal with (and move on) from a failed marriage is no walk in the park. While the law and divorce process seems straightforward, the reality is that getting divorced in South Africa can be stressful,
Marriage

Does the Divorce Process Discriminate Against Good Dads?

More and more South Africans are opting for divorce. According to the latest research by StatsSA, divorces in South Africa increased by 0,3% to 25 326 in 2016. Needless to say, the divorce process can be quite messy and stressful, especially when children are involved, and now many believe that the divorce process discriminates against good dads. Dads are at a disadvantage from the get-go In
Dating

The Law and Multiple Romantic Partners in a Polyamorous Relationship

We’ve all heard the saying “two’s a company, three’s a crowd.” And, while most people are happy having one significant other, others don’t find a relationship with three, four (or more) partners that crowded. Progressively, people around the word, and in South Africa are embracing polyamorous relationships. Recently, a British therapist named Mary Crumpton made headlines in the UK by going public with her polyamorous relationship. Speaking to the Huffington
Antenuptial contract

For Better or Worse: 5 Things You Need to Know About an Ante-Nuptial Contract

With the divorce rate in South Africa on the rise, it’s essential to protect yourself with an ante-nuptial contract if your marriage should fizzle out. We don’t want to be the ring bearer of bad news, but the South African divorce rate increases every year, and it’s always best to subscribe to the ever-green adage: “Prevention is better than cure.” That’s why, in addition to the dress, marzipan-covered cake and lavish venue, it’s important to add an ante-nuptial contract (ANC) to your

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