by VDT Attorneys | Jan 16, 2024 | Accrual, Alter Ego Trusts, Divorce, Marriage, Trust
A trust is defined as the arrangement through which ownership in property belonging to one person is by virtue of a trust instrument made over or bequeathed, to another person, namely the trustee, in whole or in part, to be administered or disposed of according to the...
by VDT Attorneys | Jul 26, 2023 | Divorce, Estate Planning, Maintenance, Property transfers
The foundation of any successful property transaction for cohabiting partners is open and honest communication. It is crucial to have transparent discussions about financial goals, preferences, and long-term plans. Communicate your expectations, financial...
by VDT Attorneys | Mar 29, 2023 | Divorce, Forfeiture, Pension Fund
Where married in community of property, spouses have the right to enjoy the assets brought into and accumulated during the marriage. Any deviation from this would be a forfeiture by a spouse of this right. But, what if a spouse feels that it is unfair for the other...
by VDT Attorneys | Jan 10, 2023 | Antenuptial contract, Divorce, Marriage, Matrimonial Regimes
An antenuptial contract or ANC, entered into before the conclusion of a marriage, is used to govern the matrimonial property system between spouses. But what happens if the parties to a marriage conclude a separate agreement which purports to change some of the...
by VDT Attorneys | Sep 15, 2022 | Divorce, sham trust, Trust
A trust is defined as an arrangement where the trust founder transfers ownership in assets to a trust to be managed by trustees for the benefit of trust beneficiaries in accordance with the trust instrument. In this way the founder transfers assets from their personal...
by VDT Attorneys | Apr 13, 2022 | Arrear maintenance, Divorce, Family
The above scenario is unfortunately quite common where exes don’t meet their responsibilities and pay maintenance. Yet, where does this leave the other spouse? Can they recover arrear maintenance or is there no remedy if the left this too long? Our Supreme Court of...
