How Marital Violence Affects Divorce Cases
Marital violence can heavily influence divorce proceedings in South Africa, particularly in terms of spousal maintenance, division of assets, and child custody arrangements.
Marital violence can heavily influence divorce proceedings in South Africa, particularly in terms of spousal maintenance, division of assets, and child custody arrangements.
In South Africa, a father who cannot pay maintenance must still fulfill his obligations. He can apply for a reduction in payments if his financial situation changes, but must provide evidence.
The top 20 essential questions to ask when meeting your divorce lawyer for the first time include asking about their experience, approach to your case, fees, communication, child custody and parental plans, and potential outcomes to ensure you clearly understand the process and what to expect.
To enforce a child maintenance order in South Africa, you have four legal options: Warrant of Execution, Emoluments Attachment Order, Attachment of Debt, and Section 31: Criminal Prosecution.
Exploring parental rights in South Africa highlights disparities between mothers’ and fathers’ rights. While mothers often receive primary custody and maternity leave, fathers’ rights are recognized through paternity leave and shared custody.