Drafting for Divorce: Navigating the Legal and Linguistic Nuances of Divorce Drafting
Wed Oct 2, 17:30 - Thu Oct 3, 20:00
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Unlock the Essentials of Drafting Divorce Documents in South Africa
Join us for a focused and practical online training session, Drafting for Divorce, led by Mervyn Vermeulen, a seasoned family lawyer and dual-qualified attorney with over a decade of experience in South African and cross-borders family law. This course is designed for legal practitioners, mediators, and anyone involved in family law who wishes to deepen their understanding of effective legal drafting in divorce matters.
Participants will gain invaluable insights into both the legal and linguistic nuances essential for drafting precise, clear, and enforceable divorce documents.
Date: 2 - 3 October 2024
Time: 17:30 - 20:00 each evening
Location: Online Teams Meeting
Session Highlights:
Session 1: A deep dive into the legal aspects of divorce document drafting, covering divorce settlement agreements, parenting plans, the relevant legislative frameworks, the principles of contempt of court, and the critical importance of accurately drafting pension interest provisions.
Session 2: An exploration of the linguistic aspects of drafting, focusing on simplicity, plain language, the use of paragraphs and headings, and how to incorporate active voice effectively. Additionally, we will cover the “5 W’s and H” approach for ensuring comprehensive and clear documents.
Secure your place now to master the art of drafting effective and enforceable divorce documents, ensuring legal precision while maintaining client focus.