The Clauses Your ANC Can’t Override: Marital Contract Myths Debunked

Planning a wedding comes with a mountain of decisions, including seating charts, menu tastings, and, for the forward-thinking couple, sitting down with a notary to draft an antenuptial contract (ANC). When tailored correctly, an ANC offers incredible financial clarity and peace of mind. However, a common misconception exists that a prenuptial agreement acts as an […]

Immovable property ownership and spouses

When does a spouse who is entitled to receive a half share in immovable property become the owner of that half share? Does the real right in respect of half share in immovable property vest immediately upon granting of a divorce decree or does a spouse acquire personal right to claim formal transfer in the […]

Do I have to pay maintenance to my spouse when we get a divorce?

The court may grant an order that one party should pay the other party spousal maintenance during and after divorce proceedings. Whether a spouse is entitled to receive spousal maintenance rests in the hands of the court and is regulated by section 7 of the Divorce Act 70 of 1979. The parties can opt to settle […]