
Divorce is rarely experienced as a purely legal process. It is a deeply personal transition that affects family life, finances,...

Divorce is rarely experienced as a purely legal process. It is a deeply personal transition that affects family life, finances,...

School is starting again soon in Gauteng, Johannesburg, Pretoria and across the country. For many families, this time of year...

New Year. New Priorities. Stronger Legal Foundations. The start of a new year brings reflection, intention and the opportunity to...

Navigating Holiday Access and Parenting Time: What South African Law Says School holidays. Festive seasons. Mid-year breaks. The festive period...

Domestic Abuse Against Men: The Hidden Reality South Africa Cannot Ignore Why male victims stay silent — and why the...

Signs You Are in a Legally Recognised Abusive Relationship. Even If There Are No Bruises Some abuse is visible. Most...

What Shapiro & Haasbroek Inc. Offers Clients in Gauteng, Pretoria and Beyond Legal problems don’t check your calendar before they...

Commercial Evictions in Gauteng: A Real Look at What Actually Happens Commercial evictions have a way of testing everyone’s patience....

When Home Stops Feeling Like Home: What You Need to Know About Evictions in South Africa It’s difficult to explain...

When Does a Partner Become a ‘Life Partner’ in the Eyes of the Law in South Africa? In South Africa,...

Top 10 Questions About Maintenance in South Africa — Answered Reflecting on the Questions That Matter Most After months of...

It starts innocently — a phone notification, a group chat, a post. But for many children in South Africa, those...

When Divorce Goes Digital A decade ago, dividing assets in divorce meant splitting houses, cars, and retirement funds. Today, things...

The family home is often more than just bricks and mortar — it’s the space filled with memories, laughter, Sunday...

When a child is born outside of marriage, one of the first questions many fathers ask is: “Do I have...

A wedding ring carries immense symbolism. For many, it represents love, unity, and the promises exchanged on a wedding day....

For many families in South Africa, pets are more than just animals — they are companions, protectors, and part of...

When it comes to legal transactions, precision and authenticity are everything. In South Africa, notary services play a critical role...

Divorce and separation are often painful processes. But when children are caught in the middle of conflict between parents, the...

A Protection Order is one of the most powerful legal tools available in South Africa to protect individuals against domestic...

When you are faced with abuse, fear, or intimidation in your own home or relationship, the law is there to...

When parents separate or divorce, one of the most sensitive and emotional issues to resolve is the care and contact...

Understanding the Legal Framework In South Africa, issues related to children are governed by the Children’s Act 38 of 2005,...

Divorce is a legal process that comes with significant financial, parental, and lifestyle implications — especially for women. One of...

Divorce is never easy. Whether it’s amicable or contested, the legal journey that follows can be complex, emotional, and financially...

When it comes to maintenance disputes — whether you’re claiming for yourself or your child — one of the most...

On 22 April 2025, the Judge President of the Gauteng Division of the High Court announced a major change: mediation...

A Brief History of Civil Unions When South Africa passed the Civil Union Act 17 of 2006, it became one...

Understanding Surrogacy in South Africa In South Africa, surrogacy represents both a deeply personal path to parenthood and a legally...

When a child is taken across an international border without the permission of one of their legal guardians, it becomes...

Adoption is one of the most meaningful ways to grow a family — but in South Africa, it’s also one...

Marriage is a deeply personal commitment — but also a legal and financial one. In South Africa, many couples enter...

Divorce is one of the most emotionally complex and legally significant decisions a person can make. In South Africa, many...
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