Services
Why our Services
Specialised Legal Services Perfect For You
We believe that a law firm should not be seen as another obstacle to navigate, but should act as a facilitator to its client’s needs
By understanding your needs we can develop a tailored legal solution that addresses all the issues at hand and we’re confident we will exceed your expectations at every level.
Clients come to us from across the East London area for our in-depth knowledge, and our commitment to all our clients, large and small. Call us today and see what we can do for you.
Property Law
Property Law
We provide an extensive list of services governing rights concerning property – both movable and immovable.
Services in this area of law include: –
- Property Disputes
- Enforcement & Cancellation of Property Sale Agreements
- Property Transfers
- Bond Registrations
- Property Sale and Acquisition Agreements
- Commercial and Residential Lease Agreements
- Registration of Notarial and Surety Bonds
- Removal of Title Deed Restrictions
- Real Estate Services & Property Sales
- Rental Management
Contracts
Contracts
We are able to provide advice on the specific contract you will require for any venture or project you might embark on – both commercial and private.
We can assist in drawing contracts in the following areas: –
- Building Agreements
- Sale Agreements – movable and immovable property
- Credit Agreements
- Loan Agreements
- Powers of Attorney
- Joint Venture Agreements
- Partnership Agreements
- Confidentiality Agreements
- Memorandums of Understanding
- Brokerage Agreements
- Sale of Shares Agreements
Please note that this list is not exhaustive. Please contact our offices should you require information on, or assistance with any other contract, or advice on which contract would best suite your needs.
Municipal Law & Tender Disputes
Municipal Law & Tender Disputes
We have assisted various clients in actions and applications against the local municipality, whether it be for removal of title deed restrictions, or applications against the municipality for unlawful administrative action.
We have even successfully defended and prevented the demolition of a client’s home by the municipality.
We can also assist with PAIA Applications (Promotion of Access to Information Act) against the municipality, should you be entitled to certain information held by the Buffalo City Metro, which they fail to disclose or furnish.
Wills, Trusts & Estate Administration
Wills, Trusts & Estate Administration
We provide services with reference to estate planning, deceased estates, the formation of Trusts and the drafting of Wills.
Our vision is to educate individuals on the importance of estate planning and of ensuring that your Will is not only up to date and valid, but that it will cater for the needs of your loved ones after your death.
Services in this area of law include: –
- Advice on Estate Planning
- Drafting of Powers of Attorney
- Drafting and formation of Inter Vivos and Testamentary trusts
- Appointment of Curators
- Drafting of Bespoke Wills suited to each individuals’ needs and requirements
- Administration of Deceased Estates – both Testate (with a Will) and Intestate (without a Will)
- Acceptance of Executorship
- Continual consultation with heirs, Master of the High Court, SARS and other relevant parties
- Drafting of the Liquidation and Distribution Accounts and the finalisation and submission thereof to the Master of the High Court
- Administration of Assets, Liabilities and legal formalities required in terms of the Administration of Estates Act – distribution of Assets to heirs, the settling of Liabilities and conformity with laws regarding Estate Duty and the law of Succession
Medical Negligence & Road Accident Fund Claims
Medical Negligence & Road Accident Fund Claims
Medical Negligence Claims
Claims for medical negligence arise when improper care is provided by a medical practitioner or hospital, which is substandard and that leads to ill health as a result of poor treatment, botched surgeries, birth complications which should have been prevented, or even death.
Claims you may be entitled to include a monetary award for:
- Pain and suffering
- Loss of amenities of life
- Past and future loss of income
- Past and future loss of income
- Loss of support
As with Road Accident Fund claims, personal injury claims may be dealt with on a Contingency Fee basis.
Road Accident Claims
As with Road Accident Fund claims, some personal injury claims may be dealt with on a Contingency Fee basis.
The Road Accident Fund (“RAF”) is a body established by an Act of Parliament, namely, the Road Accident Fund Act.
The Road Accident Fund provides compulsory cover to all users of South African roads (by way of fuel tax), resident or foreigner, against injuries sustained or death arising from accidents involving motor vehicles within the borders of South Africa. This cover is in the form of indemnity insurance to persons who cause the accident, as well as personal injury and death insurance to victims of motor vehicle accidents and their families.
The compensation provided by the Road Accident Fund is an attempt to re-integrate victims of road accidents into society from a health and economic perspective, and to protect wrongdoers and their families from financial ruin. This is done by paying the medical and related services costs required to restore accident victims to health, compensating the victims or their families for income or support lost as a result of the accident and indemnifying the wrongdoer from liability. In addition, the Road Accident Fund pays general damages to accident victims, which represents compensation for pain and suffering, loss of amenities of life, disability and disfigurement, as well as funeral costs to families in circumstances where the victim of the accident sustains fatal injuries.
We are able to provide assistance to individuals needing to obtain payment of compensation from the Road Accident Fund for loss or damage caused by the wrongful and negligent driving of a road user. Our services include assisting clients on a Contingency Fee basis (No Win – No Fee basis), in the event that they meet certain criteria, as determined by ourselves.
Services in this area of law include: –
- Consultation and Appointment as Attorneys of Record
- Obtaining relevant Legal Documentation
- Lodgement of Claim with Road Accident Fund
- Obtaining Expert Evidence
- Negotiations with Road Accident Fund on Settlement
- Proceeding to trial in the event of no settlement being reached
Private & Public School Recoveries
Private & Public Schools Recoveries
We assist various clients in the area of recoveries and foreclosures.
Our well-established Collections Department runs a large book of recoveries for many of East London’s public and private schools.
Our dedication and commitment to our clients in this area is of such a nature, that we have exceeded their expectations while ensuring that money is collected speedily and at a minimal cost to them.
We offer our services as skilled professionals, ready to provide legal guidance to our clients, and delivering the best information and advice possible, allowing you to make informed decisions at every step of the way.