Looking for Family Legal Services in Devil’s Peak Estate – Child Maintenance, Child Custody, Visitation Rights and Divorce

Here at our law officers, we understand the struggle of your anxious search for family legal services. Most often, you under the impression that you may not find the legal services you require within close proximity. Look no further.

Family Legal Advice Consultancy

We are a family legal consultancy that strive to cater for all your legal needs by offering legal advice and guidance in family law. If you happen to be residing in the Devil’s Peak Estate area, then legal advice is still in your favor. Searching for a legal solution is tough enough and we are fully aware of this. With this in mind, we have made our legal advice and legal guidance easily accessible for your convenience. Our online system enables you to make an online appointment for a professional legal consultation within minutes, while in the comfort of your own home.

Price listings for Family Legal Services in Devil’s Peak Estate

We have managed to compile a straightforward price list of some of our legal services in which we offer legal advice and legal guidance in. With that being said, we often have potential clients asking us for an overall view of what the service will cost. When it comes to child maintenance, child custody, contested/opposed divorces and so on; then an overview of the cost cannot be provided as this will be depend upon nature and circumstance of the legal matter. See our legal services page for an idea of what some of our legal services will cost.

Legal Advice in Devil’s Peak Estate – Family law legal topics

For family law legal topics, we offer legal advice on a variety of family law topics, which include, but is not limited to:

And while our consultation does come at a fee of R800; we have made our free, expert legal advice articles on our website, easily accessible for the layperson. See the following free, expert legal advice articles which was carefully crafted by the legal expert himself. These articles can be found within the following categories:

Child Maintenance

Child Custody

Divorce and Property

So whether you’re residing in the Northern or Southern suburbs, we can assist you in your legal plight. Call our law offices on 021 424 3487, and have our friendly receptionist make an online appointment for you for a face to face, telephonic or Video Chat/Skype legal consultation.

Legal consultation – telephonic, face to face or via video chat / Skype legal advice for those residing in Devil’s Peak Estate

Are you residing in Devil’s Peak Estate and concerned that legal advice and legal guidance may be out of your way? This could never be more far off from the truth. Our professional legal consultancy have taken such circumstances into account and have managed to accommodate for those residing in the Devil’s Peak Estate area. Our professional legal consultation can take place by virtue of video chat / Skype, email or telephonic for your convenience. We are currently based at Suit 702, 7^th Floor, The Pinnacle (on the corner of Burg and Strand Street). Do you require an Attorney to handle your legal matter? No problem. Our law offices have built a wealth of legal connections to ease your plight. After assessing your legal matter during the consultation, we can refer you to an Attorney if necessary. However, we have managed to sustain a convenient online operation which will unfold within the following ways:

Call our friendly receptionist and ask to have an appointment made for you online which will only take a minute or two.
You have the choice of deciding whether you would like a telephonic, email, video chat/Skype legal consultation.
Once you call our law offices on 021 424 3487, the receptionist will make an appointment online for you. Thereafter, you will receive an automated email which will contain all relevant details about the legal consultation. The date, time, nature of legal matter and payments methods will be highlighted within the email.
We urge potential clients to read their email well as well as the terms and conditions within the email.
Only once payment has been made, will the face to face legal consultation be confirmed.
Bear in mind that the date and time of the legal consultation is subject to change on either our part or the potential client’s part. Hence the potential client is free to change the date and time should they later find a more convenient date or time.

Call our law offices on 021 424 3487, and have our friendly receptionist make an online appointment for you for a face to face, telephonic or Video Chat/Skype legal consultation. Free legal products if you live in Devil’s Peak Estate Our law offices does not offer pro bono legal services as we are a Family Legal Consultancy that aims at offering expert, efficient legal advice and assistance on child maintenance, divorce, child custody and so forth. We have however, as mentioned previously, made our free, expert legal advice accessible to the layperson on our website. The creators of this website have compiled a “Free Family Law Resources” section, which can be found on our home page. The family law resources are as follows:

You can now enjoy free, expert legal advice at the touch of a button. Call our law offices on 021 424 3487, and have our friendly receptionist make an online appointment for you for a face to face, telephonic or Video Chat/Skype legal consultation. Connect with us today!

Posted on 11 February 2025 by Telelaw

Looking for Family Legal Services in Devil’s Peak Estate – Child Maintenance, Child Custody, Visitation Rights and Divorce

Family Legal Advice Consultancy

Price listings for Family Legal Services in Devil’s Peak Estate

Legal Advice in Devil’s Peak Estate – Family law legal topics

For family law legal topics, we offer legal advice on a variety of family law topics, which include, but is not limited to:

These articles can be found within the following categories:

Child Maintenance

Child Custody

Divorce and Property

Legal consultation – telephonic, face to face or via video chat / Skype legal advice for those residing in Devil’s Peak Estate

Do you require an Attorney to handle your legal matter? No problem. Our law offices have built a wealth of legal connections to ease your plight. After assessing your legal matter during the consultation, we can refer you to an Attorney if necessary.

However, we have managed to sustain a convenient online operation which will unfold within the following ways:

Call our friendly receptionist and ask to have an appointment made for you online which will only take a minute or two.
You have the choice of deciding whether you would like a telephonic, email, video chat/Skype legal consultation.
Once you call our law offices on 021 424 3487, the receptionist will make an appointment online for you. Thereafter, you will receive an automated email which will contain all relevant details about the legal consultation. The date, time, nature of legal matter and payments methods will be highlighted within the email.
We urge potential clients to read their email well as well as the terms and conditions within the email.
Only once payment has been made, will the face to face legal consultation be confirmed.
Bear in mind that the date and time of the legal consultation is subject to change on either our part or the potential client’s part. Hence the potential client is free to change the date and time should they later find a more convenient date or time.

Call our law offices on 021 424 3487, and have our friendly receptionist make an online appointment for you for a face to face, telephonic or Video Chat/Skype legal consultation.

Free legal products if you live in Devil’s Peak Estate

Our law offices does not offer pro bono legal services as we are a Family Legal Consultancy that aims at offering expert, efficient legal advice and assistance on child maintenance, divorce, child custody and so forth. We have however, as mentioned previously, made our free, expert legal advice accessible to the layperson on our website.

The creators of this website have compiled a “Free Family Law Resources” section, which can be found on our home page. The family law resources are as follows:

Connect with us today!

Frequently asked Child Custody and Guardianship Questions, answered by Adv. Muhammad Abduroaf, Advocate of the High Court of South Africa
Parents who are separated or having difficulties in their marriage or relationship often have questions regarding issues regarding child custody, care, visitation, and guardianship. Below are a few questions that Adv. Muhammad Abduroaf attempt to answer.
What is the most common child custody agreement?
The most common child custody agreement is for one parent to have primary care and for the other to have reasonable contact. That basically means the child would be cared for by one parent during the school week, and the other parent would have visitation rights every other weekend. Sometimes visitation would be during the week as well. Regarding school holidays, each parent would care for the child equally if possible. That would mean that the school holidays would be split in half. There are many variations to the above. However, the idea is that one parent would care for the child’s day-to-day needs and would be the first point of call for the child. For example, should the child fall ill at school, then the primary caregiver would be first contacted. That parent would also ensure that the child does their homework, attend sport, etc. The other parent may assist with schoolwork and assignments while caring for the child.
At what age can a child refuse visitation in South Africa?
Children need to listen to their parents. The opposite also applies. However, the difference is that parents know what is best for their children. Once the child turns 18 and is an adult, they can decide when and with whom they want to have contact. If, however, a child is afraid to have contact with a parent, then in such a case, the matter needs to be looked into. It may be best that the child sees a social worker or psychologist to determine the root of the problem and work from there.
How does guardianship work in South Africa?
Guardianship refers to legal matters concerning a child’s life. For example, a child’s legal guardian would consent to a child obtaining a passport or buying a house. Consent is also required for a child to undergo specific medical procedures and international travel. As you can see, guardianship has nothing to do with the visitation of a child. Therefore, a parent can have visitation rights but no guardianship rights.
What do judges look for in child custody cases in South Africa?
In all matters concerning children, the court or the judge is only concerned with what is in the child’s best interest, and not what is in the parent’s best interest. Therefore, whenever a judge has to decide regarding care, contact or anything related to the well-being of the minor child, it needs to make it based on what it believes is in the child’s best interests.
Are fathers entitled to 50/50 custody?
Fathers and mothers are entitled to 50/50 custody if the facts allow it. 50/50 is also sometimes referred to as shared care. If 50/50 is in the child’s best interests, the court will make such an order. If, for example, a parent lives far away from the child’s school, and that parent also needs to be at work very early, it would not make sense for that parent to have shared care over the minor child.
What is a realistic custody agreement?
A realistic custody agreement is one that would work for your specific family. Each family is different; therefore, what would work for one family would not necessarily work for another. Some parents work from home, and others work abroad. Furthermore, some parents are unable to assist children with schoolwork. Therefore, whatever custody agreement would work and be in the child’s best interests is best.
At what age will a judge listen to a child in South Africa?
If the child is mature enough, and there is a need for it, the court would listen to the child. However, usually, it depends on other experts’ interactions with the child—for example, the Office of the Family Advocate or a social worker who would provide a report.
How can a mother lose custody in South Africa?
If the mother has custody or primary care over the minor child, she can lose custody if she cannot be the primary caregiver. She may also lose custody if the other parent is better equipped to care for the minor child. For example, the mother now must work long hours and is away at work more often. The court may decide that it is best for the father to care for the minor child if he can do so.
Is South Africa a 50/50 custody State?
South Africa does not follow the 50/50 custody principle, and it makes a custody order based on all the information before it and on what is in the child’s best interests.
What is considered an unfit parent in South Africa?
An unfit parent neglects a child. Not everyone has the same income or wealth, so a parent who cannot purchase everything the child wants is not seen as unfit. However, if that parent puts the child in harm’s way or neglects the child, that parent would be seen as an unfit parent.
How do you win a custody battle with a narcissist?
Whether or not the other parent is a narcissist, the principles applicable to winning a child custody case would remain the same. It would help if you focused on the child’s best interests and nothing else. The court would pick up that the other parent is a narcissist. However, that does not mean you will win your case. A narcissist that can care well for the child should care for the child. Therefore, focus on aspects showing that you can care better for the child.
What access do fathers usually get?
Historically, the father usually received reasonable contact, which usually entailed contact every second weekend, on special days and half the holidays. The law and society have evolved so that many fathers are primary caregivers, and the mothers are the ones who receive reasonable contact. No matter what the gender of the parent is, the law looks at what is best for the child concerned.
How do you calculate child custody?
You would calculate child custody by the amount of time a parent would spend with a child during the month. For example, if a parent has contact with a child every second weekend, that would mean that the parent cares for the child 4 to 5 days a month.
How can I gain full custody of my child?
Any parent can gain full custody of their child if they can prove it would be in their best interests. No court would give full custody to a parent who cannot care well for the child. The law does not look at the amount of money you have as the court can always order the other parent to pay more child support. [caption id="attachment_10745" align="alignnone" width="300"] Adv. Muhammad Abduroaf[/caption]

Posted on 11 February 2025 by Telelaw

Child custody for fathers
During our years of experience in dealing with child custody battles, we have found it common for fathers fighting for child custody and wanting to know more about their legal rights. Unfortunately, a father paying child maintenance will not be guaranteed full child custody of a child. [caption id="attachment_4238" align="alignleft" width="300"] Call us on: 0211110090
Email: [email protected][/caption] For more on father’s rights in child custody, click on the links below and read our free, expert legal advice article on how to go about your legal rights as a father.
Child custody visitation access- questions and answers
Child custody frequently asked questions
Father refused contact to his child. What are his rights?
Father’s parental responsibilities and rights to his child.
How do I get full custody over my child?
Parental child abuse in custody cases- Cape Town
What does it mean when you have primary residential custody?
What happens in a case custody dispute when one parent is mentally ill?
Feel free to call our law offices on 021 424 3487, or our national number on 087 701 1124 if you’re residing out of Cape Town. We are conveniently situated in the heart of the buzzing CBD at The Pinnacle, Suit 702, 7^th floor, corner of Strand and Burg Street, Cape Town. Make your online appointment with us today.

Child maintenance procedure in South Africa

Find out where about is the closest magistrates’ court in your area and pay them a visit. It is however, important to bring along the necessary documents such as:

Birth certificate of your child/children.
Your identity document.
Proof of residence.
A divorce settlement.
Proof of your monthly income and expenses.
The personal details of the parent required to pay maintenance such as their name, surname physical and work address.
Copy of your bank statement.

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Call us on 0211110090
Email: [email protected][/caption] When undergoing the process of claiming maintenance, you will have to fill in a detailed form stipulated by the Magistrate’s Court. This form shall request all details regarding your income and expenses. The form will cover essential expenses such as clothing, food, medical expenses and other relevant bills. Lighter expenses such as entertainment, pocket money and so forth, are also included in the “expenses” section. Expenses of parents and the child are however, listed separately. The court however, will take a number of factors into consideration when stipulating the amount of maintenance that should be paid. Both parent’s income will be analyzed and the court’s decision will be based accordingly. Start calculating today and find out how much you should be receiving or claiming with our free child maintenance calculator.

Grounds for custody

It is often assumed that custody rights would automatically be awarded to the mother but this is not always the case. In some circumstances, the mother may be mentally unstable or she may have an addiction – the court will then award custody to the father. The court takes a number of factors into consideration but the child’s well-being will always be of paramount interest in the court of law. [caption id="attachment_4243" align="alignleft" width="300"]

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Email: [email protected][/caption] Find out more about your legal rights regarding child access/child custody, and call our law offices on 021 424 3487 for an online appointment for a legal consultation today.

Posted on 11 February 2025 by Telelaw

How do I find the best criminal lawyer in Cape Town?

People get into trouble with the law often. However, it does not mean that you are not entitled to the protection of the law. You still have a right to an attorney or legal representation, as well as a right to be heard and be presumed innocent until proven guilty by the State. All criminal matters are serious. However, some have dire consequences. For example, prison time if you are found guilty. Therefore, it is important that you find the best criminal attorney for your specific case.

Here are some tips:

Define Your Needs: Identify the specific legal services you require (e.g., family law, criminal defence, corporate law).
Research Online: Use legal directories;
Check Reviews and Ratings: Look for client reviews and ratings to gauge the firm’s reputation and client satisfaction.
Ask for Recommendations: Reach out to friends, family, or colleagues who may have had similar legal needs for personal recommendations.
Evaluate Experience: Consider the firm’s experience in your specific legal issue, including years in practice and case outcomes.
Schedule Consultations: Many firms offer free or less expensive consultations. Use this opportunity to meet attorneys, discuss your case, and assess their communication style.
Assess Costs: Inquire about fees and billing practices. Understand whether they charge hourly rates, flat fees, or contingency fees.
Trust Your Instincts: Choose a firm that you feel comfortable with and confident in their ability to handle your case.
Verify Credentials: Check the attorneys’ qualifications and any disciplinary history.
Consider Location: Proximity can be important for ease of communication and meetings.

Taking the time to research and evaluate different firms will help you find the right fit for your legal needs. [caption id="attachment_14316" align="alignnone" width="1200"]

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Child Maintenance and Support

https://www.ourlawyer.co.za/wp-content/uploads/Our-Lawyer-Consultation.gifEvery Child is entitled to have adequate child maintenance from his parents. This includes the provision of food, clothing, shelter, education and healthcare. These provisions are to be provided by both his or her mother and father. If one parent cannot afford any support, then other the parent would be responsible for the time being. However, support can still be claimed from the child’s maternal and paternal grandparents. What follows are some answers to a few questions on child maintenance.

How much is the basic rate or amount of child maintenance?

There is no basic rate for child maintenance. The amount depends on various factors, which includes the needs of the child, the income of the parents, as well as their personal expenses. There are many other factors as well. The law expects parents to contribute based on their means. Therefore, in principle, but not easily applied in practice, if a mother earns double of that the father, and has the same monthly expenses, she would pay double in child support. What is best is for parents to sit down and work out what is fair.

What is covered by child maintenance?

A vast amount of provisions is included in the concept of child support. These are not only necessities, it can be luxuries as well. This all depends on the standard of living of the parents, and what the child was accustomed to. This would even more apply if the parents were married to each other, had the child, and then separated. The law would want the child to continue with the standard of living he or she had before the separation, or divorce.

How do you determine the amount of child support?

Determining the amount to pay for child support is not an easy one. If things were simple, both parties would earn the same and have the same expenses. However, this is seldom the case. Furthermore, one should also look at the means of the parents, assets and liabilities. Therefore, if a parent does not earn much, but own an expensive piece of real estate, that would be taken into account when determining the amount, he or she should contribute. Once all the figures are on the table, a fair amount should be allocated.

When do I stop paying maintenance?

Child maintenance should be paid until the child is self-supporting or sufficient. Although the child becomes an adult at the age of eighteen, many at time, the child is still at school, studying, or trying to find a job. He or she may still claim maintenance from his or her parents. However, once the child becomes self-supporting, maintenance should stop. if there is a child maintenance order in place, such order should be set aside should the child be self-supporting.

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