Our legal services
Family Law
Family law is one of the most sensitive and emotional areas in regards to its legal implications for clients. Here at Waters Lawyers we offer legal advice in a supporting and caring nature. We seek to understand your situation and appreciate the difficult circumstance you have found yourself in.
It is imperative that you understand your legal rights and obligations during these times so that you can continue with your life as best as possible.
Our services extend to the following situations.
Children’s Issues
- Disputes regarding Residence (custody)
- Contact (access or visitation) and Parenting
- Child support
Divorce
In order to divorce a partner the appropriate paper work and pre requisite requirements must be satisfied. Our lawyers are capable of completing the necessary documents for the application along with advising you where you stand in terms of the validity of your application and your rights associated with the separation.
Property Settlement
Obtaining legal support is crucial when facing issues relating to property settlements. Property settlements occur as a result of divorce which subsequently requires the matrimonial asset pool to be divided, in which case all income, asset and liabilities are taken into account. Waters Lawyers provides you with the support you need along with the clarification of what you are entitled too in relation to the asset pool. We strongly recommend that any matter is handled with us professionally to ensure that your rights and entitlements are protected.
Spousal Maintenance
Spousal Maintenance is where a party in a marriage is responsible for payments to their partner if they cannot support themselves in the case of a separation or divorce. If you wish to file a request for maintenance or have had one filed upon you. Waters Lawyers are able to provide you with advice and support when evaluating your rights and entitlements.