Ashley Adriaans is the Managing Director at Adriaans Attorneys and specialises in Commercial Litigation with 25 years of experience in commercial and general litigation. His expertise encompasses Mediation Services, Arbitration, Evictions, Landlord and Tenant issues, Public Law Litigation, Municipal Law Litigation, and Delictual Claims. A respected member of the Legal Practice Council and the Cape Town Attorneys Association, Ashley firmly believes in the philosophy that client satisfaction is the cornerstone of a successful business. He emphasises delivering world-class service and achieving tangible results to build lasting attorney-client relationships.

Outside of the office, Ashley cherishes time with his wife and two daughters, stays active with gym workouts, marathon running, and travels abroad. He enjoys jazz and lounge music and likes to explore various investment opportunities. To unwind after a long day, Ashley delights in watching TV shows that focus on the restoration of antique furniture or classic cars.

Arthur is a Senior Associate and Head of the Trust and Estates Department at Adriaans Attorneys and is an expert in the law of succession, estate, and trust administration. His work includes estate planning, drafting wills, and managing deceased estates and trusts. Arthur also serves as the vice-chairperson of Aquarius Healthcare's board.

Outside the office, Arthur enjoys watching sports, going to the theatre, travelling, and spending time with loved ones. He lives by the philosophy, "The more one knows, the more one realizes how little one knows," and his ideal unwind routine includes reading, watching television, and spending time with a close friend, who would also be his ideal dinner guest.

Raymond is a Conveyancer and Senior Associate in our Real Estate Department and has over 30 years of property law experience. He has guided numerous major corporations through significant property transactions nationwide and facilitated the registration of mortgage bonds for leading commercial banks.

He specialises in property-related legal services, including transfers, commercial and residential bonds, notarial agreements, town planning, and land use. Raymond is steadfast in his belief that there is no substitute for excellent service and ensures attention to detail in every case.

Lauren is a Senior Associate in the Dispute Resolution Department at Adriaans Attorneys, who specialises in commercial and civil litigation, including areas like property law, insolvency, and local government disputes. Her expertise also covers contractual and delictual disputes, and she is a proud member of the Cape Town Attorneys Association.

Lauren balances her legal career with a vibrant family life, cherishing time spent with her husband and two children. She’s an outdoor enthusiast who likes hiking, staying active and reading in her free time. Lauren believes that "Storms make trees take deeper roots," reflecting her resilient approach to any challenge.

Zoë is an Associate at Adriaans Attorneys, specialising in Dispute Resolution, Corporate, Commercial and Civil Litigation. Her expertise includes lease and property disputes, arbitrations, debt collection, employment law, and family law, among others. A member of the Legal Practice Council, Zoë approaches both her professional and personal life with a philosophy of diving headfirst and learning on the go.

After a busy day, she likes to unwind by watching her favourite series and enjoys exploring new restaurants and coffee shops. She loves playing the piano and listening to jazz, and her dream dinner guests are Oprah Winfrey who inspired her as a woman of colour to dream big, as well as Whitney Houston who greatly inspired her passion for music.

Richard is an Associate at Adriaans Attorneys and specialises in areas such as banking law, commercial litigation, municipal law, property and lease disputes, and family law. He is adept in handling evictions under commercial, ESTA, and PIE guidelines, as well as employment and labour law litigation. A member of the Legal Practice Council, Richard is deeply committed to his field and subscribes to Steve Jobs' belief that "the only way to do great work is to love what you do".

Outside of the office, he likes spending time with friends and family, enjoys braaiing, road trips to the Northern Cape, theatre, and reading. Richard's unwind routine includes catching up on current affairs or spending time in his garden

Anathi is a Paralegal at Adriaans Attorneys, known for his involvement with the Legal Practice Council, Cape Town Candidate Attorney Association, and the Constitutional Literacy and Service Initiative at UCT. Anathi’s commitment to constitutional education earned him the title of Best CLASI Fellow in 2019, and he was also recognised by ABSA Bank Limited as the Leading External Sales Consultant in 2020.

Professionally, Anathi specialises in a diverse range of legal areas, including Corporate & Commercial Law, Contract Law, Dispute Resolution, Employment Law, Public Law, Energy Law, Banking Law, and Forensic Investigation. His belief that "A man's mind, stretched by new ideas, may never return to its original dimensions," a quote from Oliver Wendell Halmos Jr., drives his approach to both personal and professional growth. Outside of work, Anathi is a sports fan and actively participates in community projects. He enjoys hiking and cherishes time spent with his children. An ideal evening for Anathi involves cooking dinner and unwinding with his family.

Chloé is a Associate at Adriaans Attorneys who works in Banking and Finance Law, Corporate and Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, and Dispute Resolution. Recognized for her academic excellence, Chloé is a recipient of the Dean's Merit and Top Achievers Award, as well as the University Bursary: Senior Merit Award. She is also a member of the Legal Practice Council and The Golden Key International Honour Society.

Chloé lives by the philosophy that one never loses; one either wins or learns. Outside of her legal pursuits, she enjoys exploring new places, learning new things, watching her favourite series, and attending live music events. Chloé's ideal unwind routine includes watching series and indulging in her favourite foods.

Jade is a Candidate Attorney at Adriaans Attorneys with experience in litigation, spanning High Court and Magistrate Court matters. She focuses on evictions, taxation, and edictal citation, with further involvement in mediations and cases in the Land Claims Court and Supreme Court of Appeal. Jade is guided by Ernest Hemingway's philosophy: “There is nothing noble in being superior to your fellow man; true nobility is being superior to your former self.”

After her workday, Jade unwinds by spending time with her dog and watching television with her family. Outside of work, she is a devoted reader, a crafter, and an opera enthusiast. She also enjoys playing Rummikub with above-average winning statistics. Her dream dinner guest would have been Eva Ibbotson, her favourite author whose stories have comforted and inspired her throughout her life.

Erica is a Candidate Attorney at Adriaans Attorneys, where she works in Corporate and Commercial Law along with civil litigation, personal injury, and debt recovery claims. A member of the University of the Western Cape's Black Lawyer's Association and Street Law Society, Erica is also involved in the South African Chapter of the International Association of Women Judges (IAWJ) Mentorship Programme.

Erica upholds personal philosophies that celebrate individual progress and advises against the pitfalls of comparison. Outside the office, she cherishes time with family and friends and relaxes with uplifting movies or series, accompanied by delicious food. Erica's dream dinner guests would be Nomzamo Mbatha and Michelle Obama, reflecting her admiration for strong, impactful women.

Courtney is a Candidate Legal Practitioner at Adriaans Attorneys who focuses on Trusts, Wills & Estates, as well as property transfers. She handles various property transactions such as 1/2 shares, sales, deceased transfers, and sectional titles.

Courtney is passionate about providing comprehensive legal assistance to clients and helping them navigate the complexities of estate planning and property law. She is committed to ensuring that clients' interests are protected, and their objectives are met with precision and care.

Kyle is a candidate attorney at Adriaans Attorneys who specialises in dispute resolution. With a steadfast belief in personal responsibility, summed up by his philosophy, "Never give in and never listen. Only you can achieve your goals," Kyle brings a dynamic and driven approach to our team.

Away from legal debates, Kyle enjoys fishing, playing sports, and catching live comedy shows. He would like to have Michael Burry over for dinner to hear his story and at the end of a long work day, Kyle cherishes quiet moments lost in a good book.

Michelle is a Conveyancing Paralegal at Adriaans Attorneys, with 33 years of experience in the field. This encompasses a broad range of conveyancing services, including handling bonds and bond cancellations for major banks like ABSA, FNB, and Nedbank, as well as commercial bonds for IDC, Standard Bank Property Finance, and Investec. Michelle manages notarial bonds, transfers involving sectional titles, and conventional and estate transfers, and has experience with developments from inception to the finalisation of township and sectional title registers.

She is guided by Theodore Roosevelt’s philosophy, “Believe you can and you're halfway there,” and approaches every challenge with confidence and determination.

Outside of the office, Michelle enjoys spending time with family and friends, as well as actively participating in community projects and taking long walks in nature.

Melani is a Conveyancing Paralegal at Adriaans Attorneys, specialising in Conveyancing and Administration. She is guided by her belief that "Your past does not define your future," and approaches each new challenge with a fresh perspective and unwavering optimism.

Outside of the office, Melani finds solace in nature, enjoying walks on the beach and spending quality time with her family. Her love for the outdoors extends to nature walks and being near the ocean. Her ideal unwinding routine after a busy day involves returning home, pouring herself a glass of red wine, relaxing on the couch and listening to music.

Raquel is a Legal Collections specialist at Adriaans Attorneys, with many years of dedicated experience in the field. She has developed a robust foundation in legal processes, specialising in debt recovery and collections.

Raquel is passionate about delivering effective solutions in debt collections and her experience equips her to handle complex collections scenarios with professionalism as well as a deep understanding of legal strategies. She is committed to achieving optimal outcomes for clients and ensures their financial positions are secure.