"Many people write to me with questions about every day family law issues…so I designed a user friendly, yet informative website, with free information and resource for you to refer to. Information such as divorce, parental rights, maintenance and many other topics are all covered in this site.
Whether you would like to know your rights when getting a divorce or the financial aspects related to divorce, or perhaps you just need information regarding maintenance. This site will guide you through the procedures, offering you useful information pertaining to your rights. Once you have a better understanding, I encourage you to make an appointment at Anthony-Gooden Inc. and come and meet with me.
Also, take note of our FAQ page, you may have a question that has already been answered!"
- Joanne Anthony-Gooden
Joanne Anthony-Gooden is a Divorce and Family Law Attorney in Port Elizabeth and was admitted as an attorney in 2000.
Joanne is a practicing attorney in the High Court, who specializes in Family Law and Divorce Law at Anthony-Gooden Incorporated.
As a Family Law expert, Joanne is the lecturer for LEAD (Legal Education and Development) for the Law Society of South Africa for Matrimonial Property Matters and Gender Law.
Joanne is also the chairperson of the South Eastern Dispute Resolution Association as well as the Vice President of the Law Society of South Africa (LSSA). Joanne is also a member of the Family Law Forum for the LSSA. She is an accredited mediator with FAMAC and also acts as a Parental Co-Ordinator.





Lindokuhle Sibeko is a dedicated and determined Candidate Attorney at Anthony-Gooden Incorporated, specialising in civil litigation, domestic violence actions and family law. She graduated with a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from Nelson Mandela University in April 2025 and is committed to applying her knowledge and passion for justice to support clients with navigating the ever-changing dynamics of Maintenance law in South Africa. With a strong foundation in her various fields of law, Lindokuhle brings a meticulous and compassionate approach to her work. She is dedicated to providing clients with thorough legal guidance, ensuring their rights are upheld throughout the legal process. Her attention to detail and commitment to justice make her a valuable asset to the firm.
Noeline Randall, Senior Litigation secretary at Joanne Anthony-Gooden Inc. dealing with High and Magistrate Court litigation on a daily basis making sure that all runs smoothly with client matters as a priority.
Nicky De Klerk manages our collections practice and assists with all our High Court Litigation matters. She has been with the firm since May 2010.
Bianca Van Zyl is Anthony-Gooden Incorporated's friendly receptionist, and responsible for all scheduled appointments and client liaisons.