QUICK SUMMARY OF MMD

We have reached the end of the online activities and you should have improved knowledge of the
sections indicated hereunder and your drafting skills in relation to pleadings in matrimonial matters
and divorce matters.

MATRIMONIAL PROPERTY SYSTEMS

 The different systems available to prospective spouses and current spouses;

 The advantages, disadvantages and possible consequences of the different matrimonial
property systems;
 The advantages, disadvantages and possible consequences of the different matrimonial
property systems on their assets;
 The advantages, disadvantages and possible consequences of the different matrimonial
property systems upon divorce;
 Changing a current matrimonial property system to another during the subsistence of the
marriage.

DIVORCE

Consultation

 All the information you require to start a divorce case;

 The checklist for a divorce matter;
 Advise your client of the procedure and the possible consequences of the divorce.

Interim applications

 Maintenance for spouse and/minor (inter alia)

Consequence:

Spouses:

 The assets movable and immovable of the spouses;

 Accrual calculations;
 Their rights in relation to their minor children;
 Possible maintenance claims;
 Various types of maintenance claims possible.
Minor children

 Parental responsibilities and duties in regard to the care, guardianship, primary residence
and contact to the minor children;
 Maintenance.

Assets

 The patrimonial system applicable

 The effects on their assets

SETTLEMENT AGREEMENTS

 Specific clauses for a divorce settlement agreement

 Content

NON-COMPLIANCE WITH A DIVORCE COURT ORDER

 Civil contempt of a court order