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Family And Children [2025] ZALMPPHC 4

M.F v M.D.F and Others (8466/2022)

M.F v M.D.F and Others (8466/2022) [2025] ZALMPPHC 4 (28 January 2025)

The High Court ordered joinder of two trustees to a pending divorce action because the trust’s assets may be affected by the proposed redistribution claim.

  • Joinder Of Parties
  • Trust Assets In Divorce
  • Section 7 3 Divorce Act
  • Alter Ego Trust
  • Joinder-of-parties
  • Trust-assets-in-divorce
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Family And Children [2010] ZAGPPHC 641

C.A.W.S v P.J.S (32798/2007)

C.A.W.S v P.J.S (32798/2007) [2010] ZAGPPHC 641 (21 June 2010)

The court found that both parties contributed to the household and the accumulation of assets during their 30-year marriage. The plaintiff devoted her life and earnings to the family, while the defendant was able to amass personal assets and benefit from the sale of the communal home. The plaintiff's inheritance was excluded from consideration as it vested after separation and would be absorbed by her liabilities. The court held that it was just and equitable for the plaintiff to receive half of the defendant's estate, calculated at R1,386,769.15. Regarding medical aid, the defendant was orde…

  • Divorce
  • Redistribution Order
  • Section 7 3 Divorce Act
  • Medical Aid Obligation
  • Costs Order
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