Introduction As South Africans prepare to unwind, travel and celebrate during the upcoming festive season, the risks on our roads, in our homes and across our businesses inevitably rise. Consequently, this time of year brings a spike in insur ...
The Importance of Updating your Will Regularly
A Will is not a once-in-a-lifetime document and can and should be continually amended to reflect certain lifestyle changes during your lifetime. In South Africa, major life events including but not limited to marriage, divorce, the birth of child ...
From Candidate to Associate: A Year of Growth, Grit, and Gratitude
Upon learning of my admission in March of this year, many people – especially candidates who have been through the gruelling process of being wholly remoulded otherwise known as “articles of clerkship” – have asked me if it feels different to be ...
Celebrating 15 Years of Excellence
As we approach a major milestone in our firm's history, I am filled with immense pride and gratitude. On 25 October 2025, Adriaans Attorneys will celebrate 15 years of providing exceptional legal services to our valued clients. This achievement i ...
May an Electronic Signature Be Used to Properly Execute a Will
The Kimberley High Court recently handed down judgment in the matter of Mokgoro N.O. // The Master of the High Court, Kimberley ZANCHC 60 (1 August 2025). The applicants were in pursuit of an order to compel the Master of Kimberley (the First ...
Litigation vs. Arbitration
Alternative dispute resolution can be defined as all forms of dispute resolution other than litigation or adjudication through the courts. One type of alternative dispute resolution is arbitration; parties may elect to refer their dispute to arbi ...
The Arbitration Process and the Effect of the Arbitration Award in South Africa
Arbitration is an alternative dispute resolution (ADR) process in which a neutral third party (being the arbitrator) is appointed by both parties, in order to resolve the dispute or issues between them. Unlike Mediation, where parties may elect t ...
Navigating Climate Change in the Real Estate Market: What Property Owners and Developers Need to Know
Introduction The Climate Change Act 22 of 2024 (“Climate Change Act”) marks a critical turning-point in the nation’s approach to environmental governance and is aimed at gearing South Africa towards a more environmentally-sustainable and clima ...
Consent to Jurisdiction: A discussion of Section 45 of the Magistrates Court Act, 32 of 1944
“I want to conclude a repayment agreement with a debtor for an amount which exceeds the magisterial jurisdictional amount of R400 000,00. I, however, do not want to abandon any part of my claim and would rather opt to insert a clause in the agree ...
Protect Your Family’s Assets with Effective Estate Planning
Make sure your assets are managed and distributed according to your wishes. Estate planning is an important step in protecting your family's future and avoiding any unnecessary complications. Here’s a simple guide to the key steps involved in the ...