The Clauses Your ANC Can’t Override: Marital Contract Myths Debunked
Planning a wedding comes with a mountain of decisions, including seating charts, menu tastings, and, for the forward-thinking couple, sitting down with a notary to draft an antenuptial contract (ANC). When tailored correctly, an ANC offers incredible financial clarity and peace of mind. However, a common misconception exists that a prenuptial agreement acts as an […]
Life partners now qualify for intestate succession
The Constitutional Court recently confirmed the October 2020 ruling of the Western Cape High Court that section 1(1) of the Intestate Succession Act is unconstitutional in so far as it excludes life partners in a relationship intended to be permanent, as per the definition of “spouse”. The Court ordered parliament to amend two laws to […]