A child’s views about seeing a parent must be considered based on their age, maturity, and development, but a child does not automatically decide whether court-ordered contact ends. The child’s best interests remain paramount, and existing arrangements may need to be formally reconsidered.
Who pays the bond while a divorce is pending depends on the spouses’ financial arrangements, matrimonial property regime and any interim agreement or court order. Until the property or home loan is formally dealt with, existing obligations generally remain in place.
Yes, parenting plans can be changed after divorce when circumstances or a child’s needs change. How the plan is amended depends on whether it was registered with the Family Advocate or made by court order, with the child’s best interests remaining the priority.
Who keeps the house in a divorce depends on factors such as your matrimonial property regime, ownership, divorce settlement and financial circumstances. One spouse may retain the home, sell it and divide the proceeds, or deal with it according to a court order.
Yes, you can buy property while going through a divorce, but whether it is advisable depends on your matrimonial property regime and the circumstances of your divorce. Understanding your legal and financial position before purchasing property can help you avoid costly complications.