DIVORCE WEEK 1

DIVORCE WEEK SESSION 1: GENERAL INTRODUCTION
• Why it is important to know how you are married and what are the consequences thereof? (matrimonial property regime);
• Short discussion on marriages in community of property as the default matrimonial property regime;
• Short explanation on marriage out of community of property;
• Short discussion on marriage out of community of property subject to the accrual system.
• Different types of marriages found in South Africa
• What are the legal grounds for divorce in South Africa?
• Most common reasons for a divorce
• Things to think about before considering divorce
• Which court does a person go to get a divorce in South Africa?