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Good day I hope this message finds you well. I am seeking legal representation in a maintenance court matter scheduled for 26 March , as well as assistance with a potential application to vary the current maintenance order. Background: The mother of my children brought a maintenance application against me, claiming that I was not contributing financially toward our child. In her submission to the court, she listed the child’s monthly expenses as R6, (excluding housing, which was free at the time). She declared her income as R7, per month and stated that she received no financial assistance from me or my family. During the proceedings, I raised concerns that her declared income would not reasonably cover both the R6, in child-related expenses and her own personal living expenses. However, the maintenance court ruled in her favour and ordered that we contribute equally toward the child’s expenses. As a result, I was ordered to pay R3, per month. The day after the ruling, I approached the court to request an amendment to the commencement date of the maintenance order. A court date has now been set for 26 March . In addition to addressing the commencement date, I would also like to explore the possibility of applying for a reduction in the monthly maintenance amount, should there be sufficient legal grounds to do so. I would appreciate the opportunity to consult with you regarding: 1. Representation at the hearing on 26 March ; 2. The merits of a variation application to reduce the maintenance amount; Please let me know your availability for a consultation, as well as your fee structure for representation in this matter. I look forward to your response.
A summons was stuck to a door at a house I lived at in , summons was done in , I found it about it this weekend when the attorneys sent me the default judgement. I have since start a debt review process in July , still pending a court order. I cannot afford to pay more, going through a separation and I need to find a place to live and look after my kids. I have no assets. Debt review company said it was my responsibility to keep track of it because it was before them and they cannot assist.
My estranged wife is trying to kick me out of the government flat we've occupied since 23 years ago. We have two sons, 21 year old and 17 year old and a 13 year old girl that we got while staying here through the government lease agreement. She sent me to court for protection order against me with unfounded allegations. The case was dismissed by court. In seeing that she hasn't won the case she brought her brother to the flat without informing me and left him for almost 2 weeks. I tried to reason with my brother in law about such arrangement without my consent. After a week seing that I was suffocating I locked him out. This evening I got the attached email from my sister in law.
I am writing to enquire about scheduling an appointment with you regarding a trust of which I am a beneficiary. I would like assistance in obtaining the relevant trust documentation, including any documents that may need to be requested from the Deeds Office. I would appreciate guidance on the correct procedure to follow, what documentation I may need to provide, and any legal steps required to formally access the trust deed and related records. Please let me know your availability for a consultation, as well as your consultation fees.
I resigned from my position as a Branch Manager in Johannesburg. When resigning they done a stock take, which they asked me to be there for only one week of the stock take, in that time there was a stock shortages of Rk which I signed off as correct (this is what they asked me to check only the biggest items). Was to receive my salary on the 25th January with the rest of the staff, this didn't happen. I was called to a meeting with the owner and General manager on the 30th of January . They then wanted awnsers concerning the stock shortages that I had signed off earlier. I said I could awnser them as there is 20 staff members at that branch that all have access to the stock. How do they hold me accountable. When I enquired about my salary I was told they would not pay it cause of the stock shortages, I told them they could not withhold it cause of that reason, so they said they will just go and lay criminal charges against me. They then said if I sign a letter stating that I would owe them that Rk once my Provident money paid out they would then pay me my salary on the 30th of January . Since then I have just received a call from the owner stating that they have a signed agreement that I owe them that money when my Provident pays out, and if I don't pay them he will sue me. Under pressure been threatened with criminal charges I signed the letter of the stock loss amount of Rk. But what would be my legal rights here
We are married in community of property. There are 2 kids involved, 1 before marriage and 1 after marriage, I also have a teenage son that is not biologically his. Husband has been domestically violent, verbally abusive most times (bad moods) and has not been very financially assisting (in and out of work). We were renting an apartment for almost 6 years but he has never paid rent at all. Most he contributed monthly was approximately R average. We unfortunately had to move out because I could not afford to cover everything in the household and still pay for school fees and transport for myself and my 3 boys. I am a government worker but only permanent for about 2 years. I know he is rightfully entitled to 50% of my pension, which I dont mind giving but I just need to get divorced asap. This marriage has been emotionally draining and damaging.
The thing my lawyer should know is that I don’t have money to pay for the lawyers. The person that I have been asking for divorce is giving me run arounds, it’s been years since I have been asking for that divorce because my kids are being affected. I just want you to know that I don’t want his money I only want DIVORCE.
Good day I am emailing on behalf of my mother. She has accidentally scratched a ladies car at her church; it was a very minor scratch and as it was a new car the lady took slight and have engaged the insurance to go after her to pay all costs. She has no insurance and does not work. They have told her the excess is one amount and she would need to repay that plus extra costs. The amount is very high... she is turning 75 and they've basically come up with a payment plan for the next 4 years... they have also instructed her not to forward the emails etc to a third party as its between them which I explained isn't legal as she has a right to legal advice. At this stage we want to know what her legal rights are and how much you charge for a consult to get advice on the options and if a letter is needed outlining this how much that would cost? Ive tried ringing but couldn't get through to you. Looking forward to hearing from you. Kind regards
I'm from Bangladesh I live in South Africa with Aslam seeker and I have relationship is more than 4 year with South Africa citizen woman and I have a child with her my son is and about to 3 year old I need help to apply permit I was applying also waiver December 3 is still now is not coming so I need permit according to my son I want to meet a lawyer face-to-face and speak my situation
Not sure what is required here, married 25years in community of property she left Kzn to move in with the boyfriend in JHB leaving me with the two children 13 & 19. There are no major assets besides a car which she took with her, there is still some more of her stuff in the house waiting for her to pick up... She used to be the bread winner but no longer works, but is trying to start a small business which she started almost a year ago.