Author: Anthea de Langen

I recently had the privilege of joining Groot FM to discuss the latest statistics surrounding the rise of divorce and the decline of formal marriages. This decline is not a

Yes, he can. In a marriage, the legal duty of support is reciprocal. However, a successful claim is entirely dependent on him proving a legitimate financial need for maintenance and

Divorce is undeniably one of life’s most challenging experiences, regardless of the circumstances. However, when a relationship becomes dysfunctional or toxic beyond repair, a legal dissolution becomes the necessary mechanism

The short answer is yes, but with significant qualifications. This topic recently trended across social media following a “bombshell” announcement by the National Prosecuting Authority (NPA) regarding maintenance claims between

In practice, I still frequently encounter clients under the misguided impression that contact with children can be “set off” against maintenance payments, or vice versa. It is vital to understand