South Africa · Pretoria · Thohoyandou
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We represent individuals, businesses and state entities at every level, from the Magistrate's Court to the Supreme Court of Appeal.
The strongest position is built long before the hearing.
Our litigation department is led by the firm's Director, who has argued matters in the Magistrate's Court, the High Court in both its Limpopo and Gauteng Divisions, and the Supreme Court of Appeal. We bring the same preparation to a commercial dispute, a Road Accident Fund claim or an administrative review.
We also know when a matter is better resolved without a trial. Where it serves you, we negotiate, mediate or arbitrate, and we tell you so plainly.
What we do
Civil litigation at every level, including appeals to the Supreme Court of Appeal.
Breach of contract, company disputes and insurance claims.
RAF claims and personal injury litigation, from lodgement to trial.
Malpractice claims for patients and their families.
Labour Court, CCMA and Bargaining Council representation.
Reviews, tender disputes, zoning and council decisions.
Divorce, maintenance, domestic violence and children's court matters.
Letters of demand, summons, default judgment and enforcement.
Mediation and arbitration, and regulatory disputes before bodies such as the Liquor Board and gaming boards.
The process
Every dispute is different. This is the shape most follow, and we tell you at each stage what comes next and what it will cost.
We review the facts, the documents and the prospects, and advise you honestly.
A letter of demand or early engagement often resolves the matter here.
Summons or application, pleadings and discovery, prepared to the court's rules.
Trial, motion court, mediation or arbitration, whichever serves you best.
We see the judgment or settlement through to payment or performance.
Your attorney
Director · Head of Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Tshifhiwa founded the firm in 2018 after his admission as an attorney of the High Court. He has built a strong record as a High Court litigator in Road Accident Fund claims, labour, family and commercial matters, and is responsible for the firm's commercial and public-sector mandates.
Full profileQuestions
In general, a Road Accident Fund claim must be lodged within three years of the accident where the driver or owner of the vehicle is identified, and within two years where they are not. Other time limits apply after lodgement. Speak to us early, because missed deadlines can end a claim.
The value and nature of the claim largely decide the forum. We advise which court is right for your matter, and the cost implications of each.
Often, yes. Many matters settle after a well-prepared letter of demand, and mediation or arbitration can be quicker and more private than a trial. We recommend it where it serves you.
Yes. We act for municipalities, state entities and traditional councils in High Court litigation, administrative reviews, labour matters and legal opinions.
This page is general information, not legal advice. Speak to an attorney about your circumstances.
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