How we deal with divorce matters at our law offices

With extensive experience in family legal matters, we have found divorce, child custody and child maintenance to be the most commonly dealt with legal matters. By observing its popular demand for effective legal services, we have compiled easily accessible legal pieces containing free, expert legal advice for your convenience. Do feel free to visit our online store in which we make it easy for you to purchase your online consultation in a quick and easy manner. Are you interested in a one on one consultation for your divorce? You can now purchase your divorce consultation by virtue of our online store today. Alternatively, do feel free to contact our law offices on 021 424 3487 for online appointment for a professional legal consultation today. Our law offices are situated in the heart of the buzzing CBD at Suit 702, 7^th floor, The Pinnacle, Cape Town.

Family law consultancy – the online operation

• Child Maintenance
• Ante-nuptial Contact
• Change Matrimonial Property Regime
• Child Adoption
• Child Custody and Access
• Domestic Violence Protection
• Family Trust Registration
• Fast Unopposed Divorces
• Non-Compliance with maintenance orders
• Parenting Plans
• Postnuptial Contract Registration
• Pre-nikkah Agreement

Divorce in South Africa – who gets what?

Questions to ask a divorce Attorney on first visit

• Your legal rights regarding the divorce
• Maintenance matters
• Child custody matters
• How long does it take to get a divorce?
• How long does it take for a divorce to be finalized?
• Splitting of assets
• Protection order in a case of violence and abuse etc

divorce, uncontested divorce, unopposed divorce, Cape Town

I am dissatisfied with the decision of the High Court of South Africa. How do I appeal to the Supreme Court of Appeal? And what are their contact details?

Many legal disputes are adjudicated in the High Courts of South Africa. Each province in South Africa has at least one High Court. If you are not happy with the decision of the High Court, you can appeal to the Supreme Court of Appeal. In South Africa, the Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) is the second-highest court in the judicial hierarchy, and it primarily hears appeals from the High Court. The SCA generally does not hear cases directly but serves as a court of appeal for matters that have already been heard in the lower courts. Here are common circumstances under which you can appeal to the Supreme Court of Appeal:

Appeals from High Court Decisions:

The SCA hears appeals from decisions of the various divisions of the High Court. If you are dissatisfied with a judgment or order of the High Court, you can appeal to the Supreme Court of Appeal.

Civil Appeals:

Civil matters, including disputes related to contracts, property, family law, and other civil issues, can be appealed to the SCA.

Criminal Appeals:

Appeals in criminal cases, including appeals against convictions, sentences, or both, can be brought before the Supreme Court of Appeal.

Constitutional Matters:

While the Constitutional Court is the highest court for constitutional matters, the SCA may still deal with constitutional issues arising in the context of appeals from the High Court.

Administrative Law Appeals:

Appeals involving administrative law matters, such as decisions made by government bodies, may be heard by the SCA.

Interpretation of Legislation:

Matters involving the interpretation and application of statutes or other legislation can be subject to appeal to the SCA.

Land and Property Disputes:

Appeals related to land and property disputes, including matters involving land ownership, expropriation, and related issues.

Family Law Appeals:

Appeals from family law matters, including divorces, custody disputes, and maintenance orders, can be heard by the SCA. It’s important to note that, in most cases, before appealing to the Supreme Court of Appeal, you would typically need to have received a judgment or order from a lower court (usually the High Court). The appeal process usually involves filing a notice of appeal, obtaining the record of proceedings from the lower court, and presenting arguments to the SCA.

Do you wish to appeal to the Supreme Court of Appeal?

If you are unhappy with a Court decision and require legal assistance regarding a possible appeal to the Supreme Court of Appeal, feel free to contact us for assistance. The contact details of the Supreme Court of Appeal are as follows as found on https://www.concourt.org.za/index.php/contact-us/superior-courts-contacts: Tel: +27 51 412 7400 Fax: +27 51 412 7449 PO Box 258, Bloemfontein, Free State, 9300 Cnr President Brand & Elizabeth Streets, Bloemfontein, 9300 GPS: E 26.21675; S -29.11563 Registrar: Ms Elizabeth Vermeulen E-mail: [email protected] Tel: +27 51 492 4674 Website:www.justice.gov.za/