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DIVORCE WEEK SESSION 4: SERVED WITH A DIVORCE SUMMONS, NOW WHAT?
• Who gets the ring in a divorce?
• The role of a family advocate when it comes to minor children
• Five tips for preparing for a divorce
• Short discussion on three common questions about divorce:
– How long will my divorce take?
– How expensive will my divorce be?
– Will the divorce destroy my family?
• Five don’t’s to consider during a divorce
• Dating during your divorce? What are the legal implications?
Disclaimer: Although every measure was taken to ensure that the information contained in this webinar is legally correct at the time when it was presented, the information given and presented is ultimately the view of the individual presenter(s) and constitutes an opinion and interpretation of certain portions of the law. It should not be construed as legal advice. The information presented is for educational and informative purposes and if you require legal assistance with your legal matter, you are advised to contact a reputable family law practitioner to assist.
This section contains the slideshow (if used), webinar handout and important resources that we will be referring back to during the webinar. Please download and print these before the start of the webinar or have them available electronically to enhance your learning experience. Should the presenters refer to additional recourses during their presentation, then these will be forwarded to all registered attendees after the broadcast.
General documents referred to:
• Matrimonial Property Act 1984
• Recognition of Customary Marriages Act 1998
Resource material for this webinar:
• Booklet: Office of Family Advocate – The best interests of the child are of paramount importance
• Wallchart poster: Office of the Family Advocate
• Youtube clip: Simon Dippenaar – 6 Divorce Mistakes to Avoid: Expert Advice for a Smoother Process
EUGENE OPPERMAN, director and founder of Oppermans Inc, a family law practice with 24 years of experience in family mediation, child maintenance, domestic violence matters and issues regarding children (parenting plans, care- and contact arrangements).
info@oppermansinc.co.za / info@lunchandlearn.org.za
ERIN O’NEALE, previous candidate legal practitioner and accredited mediator at Oppermans Inc . She has a keen interest in family law and feels passionate about child maintenance and assisting parents with matters pertaining to maintenance and the rights of the minor children.
info@oppermansinc.co.za
SIMON DIPPENAAR, family law legal practitioner at Simon Dippenaar & Associates. He is a key roleplayer in the field of family law and has a great passion for assisting families with their legal challenges.
simon@sdlaw.co.za
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