Services
Deceased and Insolvent Estates
Deceased and insolvent estates can be frustrating and time-consuming to sort out. We try to mitigate this by putting correct measures in place for a seamless “wrapping up” process.
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One of the key aspects in ensuring that your estate is devolved according to your wishes is to have an updated and valid will. Our firm can assist you in the drafting and storage of a valid will. Our Estate and Trust Department can ensure that your estate devolves efficiently, timeously and cost effectively. Our specialties range from:
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The Administrating and overseeing of Estates
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Drafting of Wills;
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Estate Planning;
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Transfer of Estate Property;
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Creation of Trusts and subsequent Transfer of Assets into trusts.
Property Transfers and Bond Registrations
Buying a property or getting a bond is an overwhelming and confusing process. Our aim is to make it as easy as possible. We pride ourselves on being the best conveyancing firm with more than 75 years of experience. We guarantee a trustworthy and efficient transfer of your property.
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Our Calculator will provide you with a quotation of your bond and transfer costs. Alternatively, contact our offices for more information or assistance.
Notarial Service
Getting something notarised is an essential element for most legal documents and we can assist you with this. We offer Notarization and Commissioning by a Notary of all documents, whether for use in South of Africa or Internationally.
• Creation and registration of Servitudes;
• Creation and registration of Usufructs;
• Antenuptial Contracts;
• Drafting of Apostilles;
• Notarization of all documents.
Evictions
One of the biggest problems owners face today is tenants who do not pay their rent and have to be evicted. Following up on payments or issuing eviction notices to tenants who haven’t paid is time consuming and frustrating. Ensure the law is on your side and let our firm relieve this pressure by overseeing your tenants, or possible eviction of tenants, for you. Our firm specializes in:
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Collection of Monthly Rental;
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Rental Interdicts;
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Cost effective and efficient Eviction Applications;
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Collection of Levies.
Labour Disputes
The Labour Court is a very real reality for most business owners and employees. Although common, it can be a tough issue to resolve and intimidating if you don’t know the processes involved. With our expert assistance we can make this process a lot easier. We offer expert advice on all labour and employment-related issues, including:
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Drafting of all Labour related Contract and Codes of Conduct which includes:
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Employment Agreements;
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Restraint of Trade Agreements etc.
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Advising on disciplinary and performance issues and enquiries
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Litigation in the CCMA, Bargaining Councils, Labour Court, Labour Appeal Court and High Court in respect of all employment law disputes, including:
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Disciplinary and Performance
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Restraints of trade
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CCMA and Bargaining Council reviews
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Recruitment and selection
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Disputes and Litigation
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Unfair Dismissal Disputes
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Retrenchment Disputes
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Divorces and Family Law
Divorce or family issues are never easy and are multi-layered in complexity. We pride ourselves on approaching and understanding each case with sensitivity in order to try diminish any trauma to the family and spouses. Getting proper legal advice and assistance in these matters can be extremely reassuring and helpful. Our firm can provide you with the legal assistance that you need in:
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Divorces
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Maintenance Disputes/Claims
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Variation of existing Divorce Orders
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Custody Disputes
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Protection orders
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General family law advice
Litigation
Litigation can be befuddling and all-consuming if you do not have the right expertise. We can help you. Our team of dedicated attorneys will provide you with trusted advice and assistance on all legal matters. Whether it consists of advice on commercial contracts or administrating and recovering your business’ bad debt. Our services and array of specialties in both the High and Magistrate Court include:
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Drafting and Legal Opinions of Contracts;
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Drafting of Antenuptial Contracts
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Notarizations;
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Contractual Disputes;
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Debt Collection;
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Recovering of damages suffered;
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Motor vehicle claims and damages suffered
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Construction and Building disputes;
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Conducting and/or assisting with Arbitrations;
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Voluntary Insolvencies and Liquidations or any other Insolvency claims;
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Disputes of shareholding or membership of business entities;