We all dream of living in an ideal world, one where people follow the law, parents willingly maintain their children and spouses, even those going through divorce, wish to see the other still looked after. These basic human instincts should prevail above all else, or so one would think.

We are fortunate to live in a culturally diverse country with a rich heritage and a Constitution that recognises and respects our differences and affords us all equal opportunities. In South Africa, a marriage or a civil partnership is only legally valid if it has been registered and solemnised in accordance with the Civil Union Act, Marriage Act and/or Recognition of Customary Marriages Act.

Cybercrime costs the general public a fortune each year both in direct and indirect losses and we have spent quite a bit of time becoming specialists in your rights of recovery following a loss.

Landlords in South Africa face a common problem regarding their rental properties. The tenant who does not pay inevitably will be evicted, but did you know, that you have a further remedy to claim your rental arrears.

 If you have ever had to send public documents overseas, then you would be aware that you cannot simply send the documents as they are as they will not be recognized as legal documents in the other country. 

Wedding planning can be a very stressful yet exciting time and is a very important day in a person's life. Amidst stressing over the flower arrangements and having the perfect table setting, people often forget about the legalities of marriage and the consequences thereof.