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Lazarus & Sarif Legal Practitioners

Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Founded in 1922
English
Family Divorce & Separation Adoption +19 more
Established in 1922, Lazarus & Sarif Legal Practitioners is a Zimbabwean law firm based in Bulawayo. The firm provides legal services to individuals and businesses, with a practice spanning corporate and commercial matters, family law, property, criminal defence, and labour law.The firm’s...
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Divorce & Separation lawyers in Bulawayo: what to know before you hire

A guide by LawzanaOfficial sources checked 29 October 2026.

A marriage under the Marriages Act can only be dissolved by order of a competent court under the Matrimonial Causes Act [Chapter 5:13]. Start by noting the arrangements you want for children, property and financial support.

This guide covers law and procedure in Zimbabwe.

Divorce court
Marriage type matters
The High Court handles divorce; customary marriages also have a magistrates' court route. [1]
High Court defence
10 court days
The period to defend excludes the service day, public holidays, Saturdays and Sundays. [2]
Maintenance
Magistrates' court
You can start a maintenance application at the magistrates' court. [3]

When a lawyer can help

You agree to divorce and settle financial terms

You and your spouse agree on how to divide assets and arrange maintenance.

Review your proposed property and maintenance settlement before you sign. [4]

Handled by:

Ask the divorce court to consider your property and maintenance agreement.

Lawyer recommended

You disagree about property division

You disagree about dividing assets or recognising contributions to the household.

Present financial and nonfinancial contributions and negotiate clear settlement terms. [4]

Handled by:

Raise the disputed division of assets in your divorce case.

Lawyer recommended

Property Division lawyers in Bulawayo 

You need clear arrangements for decisions about your child

You need clear terms about how guardianship will be exercised after separation.

Help draft practical terms for parental decisions and present any disputed issues. [5]

Handled by:

Seek express court directions about how guardianship will be shared or exercised.

Lawyer recommended

Child Custody lawyers in Bulawayo 

You need financial support after divorce

You want to seek maintenance from your spouse as part of the divorce.

Help explain your needs and prepare a proposed maintenance claim. [6]

Handled by:

Discuss a possible spousal-maintenance claim with a lawyer.

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Spousal Support / Alimony lawyers in Bulawayo 

Before you hire a lawyer

Questions to ask

  • What experience do you have with divorces involving circumstances like mine?
  • How would you approach settlement discussions in my situation?
  • Who would handle my matter day to day?
  • How would you communicate with me and provide updates?
  • Would you be available to act within the dates I give you?
  • Can we meet in person, by phone or by video?
What to bring
  • Any marriage certificate or registration record you have.
  • Any divorce papers, existing court orders or written agreements.
  • A list of assets, debts and household expenses.
  • Any income records or bank statements you want to discuss.
  • Your notes about children's arrangements and the outcomes you want.

Costs

Questions about lawyer charges

  • Is there a charge for the first consultation?
  • How would you calculate fees for my matter?
  • What work, taxes and expenses would the quote include?
  • Can you provide a written quote and explain how changes would be agreed?
Sources (6)
  1. www.zwla.co.zw ↩
  2. S. I. 202 of 2021 High Court Rules 2021.indd ↩ www.veritaszim.net
  3. Know Your Rights | Zimbabwe Women Lawyers Association (ZWLA) ↩ www.zwla.co.zw
  4. [2024] Zwhhc 148 ↩ sheriahub.com
  5. 66109-H Guardianship of minors amend Act ORD. 2/2021.indd ↩ www.veritaszim.net
  6. Can parties continue to support each other after divorce | Zimbabwe Women Lawyers Association (ZWLA) ↩ www.zwla.co.zw

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This is general information, not legal advice; check current laws, fees and procedures with a lawyer or the relevant official body.