Getting this wrong might have your loved ones end up in court

The Importance of Following the Wills Act: Is Your Will Valid? I gave instructions to my attorney to prepare a Will for me as my most recent Will no longer reflected my wishes. My attorney emailed the Will to me with clear instructions as to how I should go about signing the Will. I asked my neighbours to act and sign as […]

Why face-to-face communication remains relevant

The Importance of Face-to-Face Communication in the Workplace Tips to Enhance Face-to-Face Communication for Better Productivity One of the biggest challenges in the workplace is that of communication. Everything we say (and do not say) has an immense impact on the effectiveness and functionality of the workplace and those who work in it. While modern technology inundates us with methods […]

Have all the legal costs been covered?

Compliance with Section 35 of the LPA: Attorney and Advocate Fee Disclosure Requirements In terms of Section 35(7) of the LPA, practising attorneys and trust account advocates must provide a written notice confirming a legal instruction and giving a cost estimate to a client upon receiving a formal instruction or as soon as practically possible thereafter. The written notice must include the following details: The […]

Make the property transfer easy by picking the right conveyancer

Choosing the Right Conveyancing Attorney for Your Property Transfer Since property transfers are some of the highest-value transactions that you may make in your lifetime, it naturally follows that you need to ensure that you don’t let your money go to waste – especially when choosing someone to handle the process for you. Choosing the right conveyancing attorney […]