Child care (custody) and contact (access): whether this be supervised or unsupervised. The Children’s Act 38 of 2005 sets out the doctrines of parental responsibilities and rights (parental authority) as well as care (custody), guardianship and contact (access). We will inform you of the meaning of these doctrines and how these doctrines will apply to […]

A surrogacy motherhood agreement is only valid in South Africa if it complies with the requirements of Chapter 19 of the Children’s Act 38 of 2005 and is confirmed by the appropriate High Court and furthermore complies with the 2011 judgment of the first reported case in South Africa on this issue. Each case of […]

Divorces (both opposed and unopposed), which means all types of divorces whether defended or undefended. Divorce proceedings usually involve intense emotions and great legal costs. During the divorce proceedings, we will assess your assets and liabilities. Interim maintenance if necessary will be applied for at court. If children are involved, we will work with you […]

While adopting a child can be an immensely rewarding experience, it is often accompanied by

Relocation of a parent resulting in the relocation of a minor child Rule 43 applications: interim contact, maintenance and cost contributions;