Contesting a Will
Freedom of testation is the core principle when determining whether a will is valid and whether it can be contested or not, as South African law underpins the testator’s rights to decide how they wish for their estate to be divided and administered. However, it...
What You Need to Know About the Guardian Fund
The Guardian’s Fund (hereinafter referred to as the ‘Fund’) was established to administer the funds of various persons who cannot do so themselves. The Fund does so under the direction and authority of the Master of the High Court and extends to the funds of persons...
The Duties of the Executor of a Deceased Estate
Throughout your life, you may acquire assets like a house or a car and also be in possession of certain items that you hold near and dear to your heart, like family heirlooms. However, the fact that you will die one day is not a pleasant thought. These assets and...
Parental Alienation and Parental Rights – Can I Just Stop Paying Maintenance?
Every parent has rights and responsibilities towards his/her children, whether married or unmarried; all parents are afforded these rights. Bearing this in mind, it is crucial that these parental rights are exercised in a manner that promotes the best interest of the...
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