Family Law

November 11, 2025

Criminal records and employment. Can your crimes be held against you?

A criminal record can significantly affect individuals seeking employment or those already employed. However, South African labour law balances employers’ legitimate interests with protections against unfair […]
November 7, 2025

Recognising Intimate Relationships: Civil Union Act and the Marriage Act

Within the South African context, our legal framework for recognising intimate relationships is unique. Our legislative framework offers various legislative pathways for couples to formalise their […]
September 30, 2024

Contractual consequences of breaking off an engagement

Contrary to popular belief, an engagement is not a mere social agreement. South African common law recognises an engagement (or promise to marry) as a contract […]
March 22, 2024

Can you inherit from someone you have merely been living with?

In South Africa, the number of couples who are permanently living together in life partnerships is increasing every year. What are the consequences that would ensue […]
November 1, 2023

Can you change your marital regime after marriage?

A marital regime determines how parties’ assets will be managed and divided during their marriage and in the event of divorce or death. Changing the marital […]
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