Maintenance is a parent's legal obligation to amongst others financially support their children. South African law is clear that both parents carry a responsibility to financially support their children, irrespective of whether they were ever married or are still in a relationship. When that the support is not being complied with, or when the contribution no longer reflects current circumstances, it can create real hardship and uncertainty. Grohovaz Attorneys will assist you in establishing what your children's maintenance requirements are and what the means of both parents are, in order to ensure that when the maintenance court is approached, all documentation, information and/or court processes are submitted and finalised in an efficient and practical manner.

Whether you are applying for maintenance for your children for the first time, want to enforce a maintenance order that is being ignored, or applying to vary an existing order our team will guide you through the process step by step. We ensure that applications are correctly prepared, that all relevant information is before the court, and that you understand what to expect at every stage.

Spousal maintenance — where one partner supports the other financially after separation or divorce — is a separate but related issue that we also assist with. At times you may stay within a toxic relationship because you believe you have no financial choice to do so, contact us to assist you with interim maintenance applications to ensure that you have recourse and are able to support yourself and/or your children during the divorce processes. The courts consider a range of factors when determining spousal maintenance, including the length of the marriage, the earning capacity of each spouse, and the standard of living during the marriage. Whether you are the party seeking maintenance or the party from whom it is being claimed, we will ensure that your position is clearly understood and fairly presented.

Contact Grohovaz Attorneys to discuss your maintenance matter. We understand how much financial security matters to your family, and we are committed to assisting you to reach a fair and sustainable outcome.