Guides & Resources
Child Maintenance Guides for South African Parents
Plain-English articles on how child maintenance is calculated in South Africa, what the maintenance court expects, and how to keep your schedule accurate as circumstances change.
Maintenance and Recurring Debit Orders: How SA Courts Treat Your Fixed Monthly Costs
Debit orders for insurance, DStv, gym and store accounts appear on every bank statement - but which count in a maintenance calculation? Here's how SA courts view fixed monthly commitments.
Maintenance and the Maintenance Investigator: The Court's Hidden Fact-Finder in SA
Maintenance investigators are a powerful but underused tool in South African maintenance cases. Here's what they do and how they can strengthen your claim.
Maintenance and the Duty of Support: Who Is Legally Liable for Your Child in SA?
Both parents share a legal duty to support their children in South Africa. Learn who is liable, how the duty is shared, and what happens when a parent can't pay.
Maintenance Arrears: How to Calculate What You're Actually Owed in SA
Maintenance arrears can build up quickly when a parent stops paying. Here's how to work out exactly what you're owed and recover it under SA law.
Maintenance and Life Insurance: Securing Your Child's Support Beyond Your Lifetime in SA
What happens to child maintenance if the paying parent dies? Learn how SA law treats maintenance claims against a deceased estate and why life insurance matters.
Contribution vs Costs Orders: Understanding Legal Fees in SA Maintenance Disputes
Struggling to afford legal representation in a maintenance dispute? Learn how contribution towards costs works in South Africa and what the courts consider.