Legal Services
our LEGAL services
Civil litigation involves a legal process used to resolve disputes between individuals, organisations, or entities where one party seeks redress or compensation from another, typically through a Court of law. Civil litigation entails strict adherence to procedural rules and legal principles outlined in relevant statutes and regulations.
The process is designed to ensure fair and just
resolution of disputes while upholding the rights and obligations of all
parties involved.
Our services include, but not limited to:
- - Delivery of letters of demand
- - Responding to letters of demand
- - Institution of legal proceedings
- - Defending legal proceedings
- - Preparation of Settlement Agreements
Property law encompasses the legal principles and regulations that govern the ownership, sale, lease, and transfer of property. It is governed by a combination of statutory legislation, common law principles, and case law. The legal framework ensures that property transactions and ownership are conducted fairly and transparently. This intricate and multifaceted area of law addresses various aspects related to both immovable and movable property, ensuring the orderly and equitable management of property rights and transactions.
Our services include, but not limited to:
- Sale and Rental Agreements
- Rental disputes
- Facilitation of transfer of property
- Bond Origination
- Evictions (Institution & Opposition)
- Rental Housing Tribunal
- Property Management
Family law is a comprehensive and evolving area of legal practice. This field of law encompasses a range of issues from marriage and divorce to child custody and inheritance. It is influenced by both statutory law and common law principles together with customary practices. The legal framework aims to balance the rights and responsibilities of family members while prioritising the well-being and best interests of minor children and continues to evolve to address new challenges and societal changes.
Our services include, but not limited to:
- Divorces (Contested & Uncontested)
- Divorce Mediation
- Ante-Nuptial Contracts
- Drafting of Parental Plans
- Maintenance
- Domestic Violence
Contractual law governs the formation, execution and enforcement of agreements between parties. It is a crucial aspect of commercial and private transactions, ensuring that agreements are legally binding and enforceable. South African contractual law is primarily derived from Roman-Dutch law and is influenced by common law principles.
Our services include, but not limited to:
- Contractual disputes
- Drafting of contracts/ agreements
- Remedies for Breach of Contract
- Contractual Interpretation
- Variation of Contract
The law of succession governs the distribution of a person’s estate after their death. This area of law addresses how a deceased person's assets and liabilities are managed and distributed among heirs, beneficiaries, and creditors. It encompasses the rules and procedures for administering estates, whether or not the deceased left a valid will.
Our services include, but not limited to:
- Free drafting of Wills
- Administration of Deceased Estates
- Challenging the Validity of a Will
- Disputes between heirs
To achieve prompt and effective debt recovery, it is essential to employ strategic collection methods which minimises bad debt and enhances cash flow. Approaching a debtor using a standardised method may not be effective for all situations. Tailoring the approach ensures a more efficient recovery process, resulting in the swift recovery of outstanding debts.
Our services include, but not limited to:
- Tracing of debtor, Letter of demand
- Drafting and issuing of Summons
- Default Judgement, WRIT
- Negotiating payment arrangements
- Acknowledgement of Debt
An Ante-Nuptial Contract (ANC) provides a formal record of the rights, duties, and proprietary and legal consequences of a marriage and is only valid if registered in the Deeds Office before the marriage. It outlines how a couple's assets and liabilities will be divided in the event of divorce or death. The purpose of an ANC is to assist in preventing conflicts and ambiguity regarding the division of the spouses assets and liabilities in the case of death or divorce.
Our services include, but not limited to:
- Advice to bride and groom
- Drafting of ANC
- Facilitation of registration of ANC
Mediation is a form of an alternative dispute resolution (ADR). It is a voluntary process in which both parties endeavour (in good faith) to resolve their dispute without resorting to litigation. Throughout this process, the parties retain full control over both the proceedings and the final resolution, which involves a neutral third party, who facilitates communication between disputing parties to assist them in reaching a mutually acceptable agreement.
Our services include, but not limited to:
- Advice to parties
- Mediating the dispute
- Drafting of Settlement Agreement
Pro-bono refers to the provision of legal services at no cost to individuals who are disadvantaged or vulnerable. Our firm offers pro-bono legal advice to those in need, contingent upon our capacity and expertise to assist. To qualify for pro-bono legal assistance, applicants must complete a means test (application for pro bono legal assistance). Only those who meet the eligibility criteria are considered for pro-bono assistance.
Our services include, but not limited to:
- Free legal advice to qualifying clients*
- Reduced fees to qualifying clients*