Redefining
what success means in
family law

About

Alida Gerber- Divorce and Family Solutions

Alida Gerber is an experienced South African family law attorney and mediator who has worked within the family courts for over a decade.

Her work focuses on families in transition, guiding parents and children through some of life’s most emotionally complex and legally challenging seasons with dignity, and compassion.

But Alida’s work is not only professional, it is deeply personal.

After navigating her own high-conflict divorce and co-parenting journey, her role as a legal practitioner evolved into something more: a purpose.

She experienced firsthand how overwhelming, isolating, and confusing the system can feel, even for someone who understands the law.

That experience shaped her mission, to make legal knowledge less intimidating, more accessible, and truly supportive for families who need it most.

In South Africa, many families face separation, conflict, and parenting challenges without proper access to accurate information or guidance.

Too often, fear and misinformation lead to unnecessary litigation, prolonged conflict, and emotional harm to children. Alida is passionate about changing that.

Her work now extends beyond the courtroom. Through social media platforms, webinars, community events, and educational initiatives, she shares practical legal information, professional insight, and real-life guidance to help families understand their options.

She strongly advocates for alternative dispute resolution, particularly mediation, as a way to reduce conflict, protect children, and help families move forward in healthier, more constructive ways.

At the heart of her work is a simple belief: families deserve support, not just legal outcomes.

Alida’s approach blends legal expertise, lived experience, and a deep understanding of the emotional realities families face.

Her goal is to empower people with knowledge, restore dignity during uncertain times, and help parents make decisions that serve not only their legal position, but their children’s future.

What Does Maintenance Actually Cover?

One of the strangest occurrences that I often witness within family structures are this: When a family is still intact, parents usually say, “My child will have the best of the best.” (within their means of course) But the moment parents are in dispute, something shifts. Suddenly it becomes: “Why do they need clothes from that shop?”, “Do they really need those shoes?”, “Can’t they stop some of these activities?” or "Is Wifi really necessary?" Things that were never questi

What is a parenting plan?

A parenting plan is a written agreement between co-parents that sets out how they will share responsibilities and make decisions about their children after separation or divorce. It is a crucial tool to create stability, reduce conflict, and ensure that both parents play a meaningful role in their child’s life. A well-drafted parenting plan acts as a roadmap for co-parenting and helps prevent misunderstandings and disputes in the future. How Strict or Liberal Should a Parenti

What is Family Mediation and how does it work?

Family disputes can be emotionally draining, especially when they involve divorce, disagreements about minor children, financial settlements, or co-parenting arrangements. When conflicts arise, litigation is not always the best or most efficient solution. This is where family mediation comes in. But what exactly is family mediation, and how does it work? Understanding Family Mediation Family mediation is a voluntary, confidential process in which an impartial third party, kno