Law that deals with family matters and domestic relations.
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Marriage Under South African Law
Three types of marriages are recognized under South African law. The solemnization and registration of these marriages are managed by the Department of Home Affairs. They may be same sex marriages.
Why Its Better To Be Proactive Than Reactive
Radmacher v Granatino was a landmark case that provides guidance on how much weight is given to a nuptial agreement in financial remedy proceedings following a domestic divorce.
The Hereditary Succession in Europe: How to Determine the Governing Law
In this essay we will briefly focus on the issues to be faced when an EU citizen lives in a country other than the one of which he/she is a citizen and wants to dispose of his assets after his death.
Returning Child Administrator Becomes Co-Tenant
In 2012, the mother was 80 years old when her then 57-year-old son moves in with her. In 2017, the son is appointed as administrator and mentor of his mother with dementia. Six months later, he requests the housing association to designate him as a co-tenant.
Maintenance For Children At University Or College
Sending your child on to college or university is a significant financial commitment. The cost of living rises year on year and as well as tuition fees, students need to budget for rent, books and study materials, food, socialising and travel amongst many other things.
Avoiding Coronavirus Discrimination Claims in Retail and Hospitality
As the retail and hospitality industries reopen and expand operations during the COVID-19 pandemic, an important component of those plans is the potential issues affecting persons with disabilities.
First Gay Marriages of Foreign Clients in Portugal
It was with great satisfaction that Caria Mendes Advogados helped to celebrate gay marriages of foreign clients in Portugal.
Unfortunately, not all countries in the world accept same-sex marriages (or even relationships). However, some of them accept the transcription of weddings celebrated in a foreign country.
Making use of a gap in the law, we were able to help foreign gay couples who came to marry in Portugal and, thus, see their relationship finally recognized in the country of origin, obtaining previously unreachable rights.
Ashes Destination: Legal Issues in The Netherlands
It regularly happens that surviving relatives get into disagreement about the ash destination. After a loved one has been cremated, relatives can have different ideas about what should happen to the ashes of the deceased.