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Welcome to the Mondaq Family and Matrimonial homepage, here you will find thought leadership articles, podcasts, videos and webinars providing insights covering topics such as Divorce, Family Law, Wills and Estate Planning.

Understanding Adoption Law In Nigeria: A Guide

The family is universally recognised as the foundational unit of society, and efforts to address social challenges often begin at this level.

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Don't Let Your Business Get Caught In The Crossfire

When Sandton tech-entrepreneur Michael Ndlovu (not client's real name) filed for divorce after 18 years of marriage, he assumed the fight would centre on the Camps Bay beach house...

South Africa Family

BI

Barnard Inc.

Must A Surviving Parent Prove Their Financial Means To Claim Maintenance From A Deceased Estate?

On 7 June 2024, the Pretoria High Court handed down a judgment in the case of LL v AM and Others. The court dismissed an exception raised by the executors of a deceased estate ("the Defendants")...

South Africa Family

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Fasken

Are Muslim Marriages Recognised In Terms Of South African Law?

Are you unsure of the patrimonial consequences (financial and property-related effects of a legal event) of your imminent or current Muslim marriage?

South Africa Family

FW

Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

Challenging A Grant Of Probate When The Person Concerned Is "Very Much Alive"

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Mortlake Law & Mediation

HC v CC: Another Step To Achieve Gender Equity In Divorce Matters

South Africa Family

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Fasken

Poetic Justice: Rhyme And Reason

South Africa Family

FW

Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

Understanding Marriage Property Settlement In Ghana: A Guide For UK Expats

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Acheampong & Associates

Divorce And Wills: The 3-Month Countdown You Cannot Ignore

South Africa Family

FW

Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

Getting Married In South Africa? 5 Crucial Legal Aspects To Know Before Saying 'I Do'

South Africa Family

FW

Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

Mandatory Registration Of Guardians Appointed Under A Will Or By Deed

AK

Anjarwalla & Khanna

Think Your Ex Has To Pay The School Fees? The Surprising Truth Every Divorced Parent Needs To Know!

South Africa Family

BI

Barnard Inc.

Untying The Co‑Ownership Knot

South Africa Family

FW

Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

Can Your Parents Decide Where You Should Live, On The Ground That It Is In Your Best Interest?

ML

Mortlake Law & Mediation

What Every Investor Should Understand About Real Estate Syndication

Nigeria Real Estate

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SimmonsCooper Partners

Failure To Accompany A Motion For Joinder With Necessary Supporting Documentation: Fatal Or Pardonable?

Nigeria Litigation

SA

S.P.A. Ajibade & Co.

An Investor's Guide; Ghana's Entertainment Industry

Ghana Media & IT

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B&P ASSOCIATES

Africa Competition Law Quarterly Round-Up

South Africa Anti-trust

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ENS

ISA 2025: What Investors Need To Know About Nigeria's New Capital Market Law

Nigeria Commercial

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Tope Adebayo LP

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Divorce

Don't Let Your Business Get Caught In The Crossfire

When Sandton tech-entrepreneur Michael Ndlovu (not client's real name) filed for divorce after 18 years of marriage, he assumed the fight would centre on the Camps Bay beach house...

South Africa Family

BI

Barnard Inc.

HC v CC: Another Step To Achieve Gender Equity In Divorce Matters

Section 7(3) of the Divorce Act 70 of 1979 provides a mechanism for the redistribution of assets upon divorce for marriages entered into before the Matrimonial Property Act of 1984.

South Africa Family

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Fasken

Poetic Justice: Rhyme And Reason

"Contempt of Court is not a finding lightly made, nor is it any easier if twice displayed. Context is the thread, the core of this tale. The peculiar facts and Court orders required scrutiny for justice to prevail.

South Africa Family

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

Understanding Marriage Property Settlement In Ghana: A Guide For UK Expats

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Acheampong & Associates

Divorce And Wills: The 3-Month Countdown You Cannot Ignore

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

Think Your Ex Has To Pay The School Fees? The Surprising Truth Every Divorced Parent Needs To Know!

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Barnard Inc.

Untying The Co‑Ownership Knot

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

Varying An Interim Maintenance Order Under Rule 43: Key Principles And Practical Guidance

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Barnard Inc.

How Much Does Divorce Cost In Ghana? A 2025 Breakdown

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Acheampong & Associates

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Wills/ Intestacy/ Estate Planning

Understanding Adoption Law In Nigeria: A Guide

The family is universally recognised as the foundational unit of society, and efforts to address social challenges often begin at this level.

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Structure & Strategies For Preserving Generational Wealth

For many of us, the hustle to build wealth is familiar. We work tirelessly to create businesses, make investments, purchase property, and land the big paychecks.

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Acuity Partners

Must A Surviving Parent Prove Their Financial Means To Claim Maintenance From A Deceased Estate?

On 7 June 2024, the Pretoria High Court handed down a judgment in the case of LL v AM and Others. The court dismissed an exception raised by the executors of a deceased estate ("the Defendants")...

South Africa Family

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Fasken

Transferring Immovable Property From A Deceased Estate: Understanding The Process

South Africa Real Estate

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

Challenging A Grant Of Probate When The Person Concerned Is "Very Much Alive"

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Mortlake Law & Mediation

Women's Inheritance Rights Under The Constitution: The Case Of Ukeje V. Ukeje And Matters Arising

Nigeria Government

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Alliance Law Firm

Land Registration & Security Of Title In Nigeria | Step-by-Step Guide To Land Acquisition & Title Perfection

Nigeria Real Estate

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The Trusted Advisors

Divorce And Wills: The 3-Month Countdown You Cannot Ignore

South Africa Family

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

Mandatory Registration Of Guardians Appointed Under A Will Or By Deed

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Anjarwalla & Khanna

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Family Law

Understanding Adoption Law In Nigeria: A Guide

The family is universally recognised as the foundational unit of society, and efforts to address social challenges often begin at this level.

OA

Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

Don't Let Your Business Get Caught In The Crossfire

When Sandton tech-entrepreneur Michael Ndlovu (not client's real name) filed for divorce after 18 years of marriage, he assumed the fight would centre on the Camps Bay beach house...

South Africa Family

BI

Barnard Inc.

Must A Surviving Parent Prove Their Financial Means To Claim Maintenance From A Deceased Estate?

On 7 June 2024, the Pretoria High Court handed down a judgment in the case of LL v AM and Others. The court dismissed an exception raised by the executors of a deceased estate ("the Defendants")...

South Africa Family

F

Fasken

Are Muslim Marriages Recognised In Terms Of South African Law?

South Africa Family

FW

Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

HC v CC: Another Step To Achieve Gender Equity In Divorce Matters

South Africa Family

F

Fasken

Women's Inheritance Rights Under The Constitution: The Case Of Ukeje V. Ukeje And Matters Arising

Nigeria Government

A

Alliance Law Firm

Understanding Marriage Property Settlement In Ghana: A Guide For UK Expats

AA

Acheampong & Associates

Divorce And Wills: The 3-Month Countdown You Cannot Ignore

South Africa Family

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

Getting Married In South Africa? 5 Crucial Legal Aspects To Know Before Saying 'I Do'

South Africa Family

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Fairbridges Wertheim Becker

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Estate Planning (Video)

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Olisa Agbakoba Legal (OAL)

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Adams & Adams

Spousal Maintenance After Divorce In Zimbabwe (Video)

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Zenas Chambers, ChimwaMurombe Legal Practice

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SchoemanLaw Inc.

Family Law – A Growing Practice Area (Video Content)

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TripleOKLaw

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