DIVORCE LAWYERS IN ROODEPOORT
WHAT IS DIVORCE?
Divorce or dissolution of marriage, is the process of terminating a marriage. It requires the termination of the legal duties and responsibilities of the marriage. Divorce involves the division of property, child custody and visitation rights, child maintenance, spousal maintenance, etc.
Once you have decided that you require a divorce, you will be able to obtain a divorce on the grounds of irretrievable breakdown of the marriage relationship. The court will determine whether the marriage has irretrievably broken down based on the evidence presented during the hearing. You will need an attorney experienced in divorce and family law in South Africa. Burger Huyser Attorneys is one of the leading divorce lawyers in Roodepoort, and they will be able to guide you in the unfortunate event of your divorce.
WHAT ARE THE LEGAL GROUNDS FOR DIVORCE IN SOUTH AFRICA?
There are several grounds for the irretrievable breakdown of a marriage relationship that a court may grant a decree of Divorce. These grounds include, but are not limited to:
- Adultery;
- Physical or verbal abuse;
- Lack of love, affection and/or communication between parties;
- The parties are incompatible and have different interests
- The parties have grown apart from each other to the extent that they lead independent and separate lives to the exclusion of each other;
- If a spouse is declared a habitual criminal and is in prison;
- If a spouse is mentally ill;
- If a spouse is continuously comatose/unconscious.
TYPES OF DIVORCE IN SOUTH AFRICA
Uncontested or Unopposed Divorce
Suppose the relationship between you and your spouse is amicable, and you have already decided on the terms of your settlement agreement. In that case, the process of an uncontested divorce is much faster and simpler than an opposed divorce.
One of our attorneys specialising in Family Law will draft the settlement agreement to ensure that it is in terms of the Divorce Act and the court’s requirements. If there are minor children born from the marriage, the settlement agreement needs to be endorsed by the offices of the Family Advocate to determine the best interest of the minor children.
Contested or Opposed Divorce
Should the parties be unable or unwilling to reach a settlement agreement, the divorce will proceed on an opposed/contested basis. Each party required an attorney.
The important aspect when deciding to divorce is the fact that you must feel comfortable with the attorney you decide on. You must trust, respect and be aware of the experience the chosen attorney has to take your case to trial in a contested divorce.
INSIST ON TOP LEGAL REPRESENTATION FROM DIVORCE ATTORNEYS THAT GETS RESULTS
After deciding on divorce, you have the right to be represented by the best divorce attorneys in Roodepoort. Staying in an unhappy relationship, especially after exhausting all options, is not advisable. Remaining together for the sake of your children could cause more harm than a divorce. Reach out to our Roodepoort office for the support and guidance you need during this difficult time.
NEED TO CONSULT WITH TOP DIVORCE LAWYERS IN ROODEPOORT? CONTACT OUR DIVORCE ATTORNEYS TODAY.
Choose Burger Huyser Attorneys as we have gained vast experience in dealing with divorce over the years. We pride ourselves on delivering a discreet and confidential service, whilst ensuring you obtain the best possible outcome for your welfare and future.
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