In South Africa, couples living together, whether heterosexual or same sex, do not enjoy the same protection of couples that are legally married, irrespective of how long they have cohabitated. This is why having a cohabitation agreement is so important. A cohabitation agreement is a legal document for cohabiting couples who want to protect themselves […]
When getting divorced, it is important to be aware of the difference between litigation and mediation and to understand the different processes involved, in order to make an informed decision when deciding how to proceed. LITIGATION Litigation means to engage in legal proceedings in a court of law. Generally, litigation is necessary when a dispute […]