Divorce & Family Law
Family &
Personal Law
At Saunders Osborne van der Watt, our experienced Family and Divorce Law team is dedicated to providing skilled legal assistance for a wide range of family law matters. We understand the complexities and emotional challenges involved in family law issues and strive to offer compassionate and practical solutions to our clients.
Our Areas of Expertise:
Antenuptial Contracts
We assist couples in drafting antenuptial contracts that outline property rights and financial arrangements before marriage, ensuring clarity and protection for both parties.
Divorce Proceedings
Our team handles both contested and uncontested divorces, guiding clients through the legal process to achieve fair and amicable resolutions. We also offer divorce mediation to facilitate cooperative settlements.
Maintenance and Support
We provide legal assistance with maintenance applications, enforcement of maintenance orders, and recovery of arrear maintenance, ensuring financial support for spouses and children.
Child and Parental Rights
Our services include drafting parenting plans, applications regarding parental rights and responsibilities, and handling cases of child abduction. We prioritize the well-being and best interests of the children involved.
Domestic Violence and Protection Orders
We assist clients in obtaining protection orders against domestic violence and harassment, offering legal support and advice throughout the process to ensure their safety.
Cohabitation Agreements
We draft cohabitation agreements that protect the rights and interests of partners living together without being married, addressing property, financial, and custody arrangements.
Marital Property Regime Changes
Our team handles applications for changing the matrimonial property regime, helping couples restructure their financial arrangements under South African law.
Recognition of Foreign Divorce Orders
We assist clients in obtaining legal recognition of foreign divorce orders in South Africa, ensuring compliance with local regulations and enabling the enforcement of foreign judgments.
Surrogacy and Adoption
We provide legal advice and assistance with surrogacy agreements and adoption contracts, guiding clients through the legal requirements and procedures to expand their families.
Client-Centric Approach
At Saunders Osborne van der Watt, we believe that ensuring a smooth, quick, and uncomplicated resolution of family law issues is vital. Our skilled attorneys represent clients with dedication and sensitivity, addressing the many consequences of divorce and other family law matters.
Integrated Services:
Our Family and Divorce Law offering is complemented by our expertise in related areas, including:
Conveyancing:
Assisting with property transfers and settlements during divorce.
Tax Law:
Providing advice on the tax implications of divorce and maintenance agreements.
Pension Fund Payments:
Facilitating the immediate payment from pension funds post-divorce.
Contact us today to learn how we can support you through your family law issues with our expert legal services.