Family Law deals with the personal relationships that matter most — marriage, divorce, child maintenance, custody, domestic violence, and guardianship. This section explains the legal processes step-by-step and compares how South African and UK family courts handle these sensitive matters.
When a marriage ends, questions about long-term financial stability often arise, especially if one spouse becomes disabled and unable to work. Many people ask whether a divorced spouse can get social security disability benefits in the UK, similar to how it works in the United States. The reality is that the UK’s benefit system does … Read more
Many divorced individuals wonder if they can receive social security or pension payments while continuing to work. In the United Kingdom, this question is often raised around retirement age or after a divorce settlement involving pensions. The short answer is yes, you can receive pension or social security-type benefits and still work, but how it … Read more
When a marriage ends, it often leaves financial questions about what happens to retirement benefits. Many divorced individuals in Britain wonder if they can receive social security retirement benefits from their ex-spouse’s record, especially when nearing pension age. In the United States, this is a well-known right under Social Security law. However, in the United … Read more
When a marriage ends, financial responsibilities and future benefits often become points of confusion. One common question is whether a divorced spouse can claim social security benefits from their former partner’s record. In the United Kingdom, this issue is often misunderstood because the UK does not operate a Social Security system in the same way … Read more
Many people assume that divorce automatically grants a share of social security or pension benefits from an ex-spouse. This assumption largely comes from how the system works in the United States, where divorced spouses can claim benefits based on their former partner’s record. In the United Kingdom, however, things work very differently. The UK does … Read more
When parents separate, one of the biggest questions is how financial support for children will continue. In the United Kingdom, there is often confusion about whether “social security” benefits are available for children after divorce, who can claim them, and how the process works. Unlike in some countries, the UK system is based on individual … Read more
Changing your name after a divorce in the UK can feel like a fresh start. For many, it symbolises regaining independence and identity after a difficult period. Whether you wish to return to your maiden name, keep your married name, or choose a completely new one, there are specific legal steps you must follow to … Read more
When a marriage ends, one of the first questions many people ask is whether divorce changes their name automatically in the UK. For most, keeping or changing a married name after divorce is an emotional decision. Some prefer to move on by reverting to their maiden name, while others keep their married surname for professional … Read more
Child maintenance in England and Wales is one of the most sensitive and debated family law topics, particularly when parents separate and must share financial responsibility for their children. Many parents are unsure how much they should pay or receive, and what factors influence those amounts. The aim of child maintenance in England and Wales … Read more
The divorce process in the UK can feel overwhelming at first, especially for those going through it for the first time. It involves a combination of legal, emotional, and financial steps that must be handled carefully. Many people are unsure how long the process takes, what documents are needed, or how much control they have … Read more