Africa: Family and Matrimonial

Divorce Petition is a process I often find difficult to take up on behalf of a client, but where love goes sour, it is inevitable, especially where cruelty and violence pose imminent danger...

In a deeply emotional and unusually contentious dispute stretching nearly two years, the High Court concluded that Benji, a young Labrador, must be returned to the applicant.

This creative submission is in a bid to decongest courts in Nigeria, save taxpayers money, by ensuring data privacy of parties and preventing private affairs of citizens in civil suits to unclog the wheel of Nigeria's criminal justice system.

It is a common misconception that all trustees share the same duties and responsibilities. In reality, what a trustee is required to do often depends on the nature of the trust...

Lately, I've been thinking about what happens when founders step back and how fragile legacy can become without structure.

A recent High Court decision arising from the high-profile Black Coffee divorce has clarified core principles that matter far beyond celebrity headlines.

Lately, I've been thinking about how early our relationship with money really begins.

When a minor child is believed to be in need of care and protection, the law provides a clear framework to ensure the child's immediate safety and long-term wellbeing.

When questions arise about the biological relationship between a father and a child, emotions often run high. These disputes frequently surface in maintenance matters, where an alleged father...