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We cannot afford the monthly payment. It too collapsed with our income and expenses, but that was ignored. The lawyers only asked how much the mother wanted and the agreement was accordingly. We want to pay, but less than he had to accept. What can we do? I need advice please. I was in a 30 year marriage, we divorced 4 years ago. We only married in the rights of Muslims. I tried to find a solution. I was a stay-at-home mom. It has various properties, now it is everything. I tried legal aid, the bar association even had a lawyer that I saved a bit, which I spent on a lawyer in the hope that he could help me. He mentioned that the matter should go to the Supreme Court and that I could not afford that.
All I want is something to be independent, it`s hard to find a job at 53. Please give me positive advice. You`re welcome. To celebrate Women`s Month, our Johannesburg office hosted its annual Women`s Day event on August 17, 2022 at Constitution Hill. This event specifically targeted the legal needs of women in the communities that are served by the community advisory offices we work with. TUNE IN TO @AlexFMRadio891 (89.1 FM) TODAY FROM 11am to hear supervising lawyer Matimba Hlungwane from the Alexandra local office of Legal Aid SA talk about legal succession #KnowYourRights pride#legalaidsa Note: Legal Aid South Africa`s lawyers cannot demand or be paid if they assist you in your case. In this case, please report the lawyer to Legal Aid SA by calling the ethics hotline on 0800 153 728, visiting their website or visiting their offices. If a referral is made to a pro bono attorney, the client is only responsible for the cost of expenses (actual expenses), such as sheriff`s fees, and the attorney does not charge fees for work done and legal services. We strongly believe in family relationships and the need to protect and enforce them where necessary.
Therefore, appropriate and feasible legal advice should always be provided. We are trying to ensure that. Although we are based in Cape Town, we provide legal advice and legal advice to clients throughout South Africa. We do this because we believe it is important to provide quality legal services to anyone who needs them. Have a nice day. The courts take into account what is in the best interests of the child. These decisions should be discussed both between the co-holders of parental rights and obligations and, where appropriate, consent should be obtained. However, it is best to seek legal advice.