MEDIATION

Mediation is a form of dispute resolution that avoids expensive and time-consuming litigation, which is applicable to general litigation, divorces, commercial and corporate law as well as labour related matters.  It is a confidential and voluntary procedure, excluding instances where mediation is mandatory by law.

Our firm has two qualified mediators, who act as an impartial third party utilising their specialised communication skills and negotiation techniques in order to assist disputing parties in resolving their dispute on an amicable basis and in an environment where parties can negotiate freely and with more confidence, following an interest-based procedure.

A successful mediation results in a win-win situation for all parties involved!

FAMILY LAW

Family Law is an umbrella concept that includes various issues in the law:

  • Divorce;
  • Civil Unions;
  • Antenuptial Agreements;
  • Domestic Violence
  • Harassment applications;
  • Maintenance;
  • Custody; and
  • Adoptions

It is of  utmost importance to instruct an attorney with sufficient knowledge and experience when dealing with family law matters such as Divorce Settlement Agreements, Parenting Plans or Maintenance agreements.  At the end of the day, the aforementioned agreements may determine your quality of family life!

CONVEYANCING & PROPERTY LAW

Conveyancing is a specialised field in the attorney profession.

Conveyancing  does not only entail the transfer of ownership in regard to immoveable property but also includes the following:

  • Registration or Cancellation of Bonds;
  • Registration or Cancellation of Real Rights;
  • Consolidations;
  • Sub Divisions;
  • Registration of Sectional Title Schemes; and
  • Developments.

Theron Jordaan & Smit serves on the Nedbank panel of attorneys for the registration of bonds.

The Seller has the right to appoint a conveyancer of his or her choice.  Make the right choice and choose us as your conveyancing attorney!!

CRIMINAL LAW

Not guilty until proven guilty!

Criminal Law is the laws applicable to criminal acts, which laws includes common law as well as legislation.  It is important to know your rights, especially your right to legal representation in order to ensure your right to a fair trial.

Our team is more than adequate to assist with misdemeanours as well as crimes of a more serious nature.

LABOUR LAW

Theron Jordaan & Smit is delivering services for employees as well as employers.

Labour Law can be distinguished from normal litigation as it has its own forums and set of rules:

  • Labour Court Act;
  • Bargaining Councils;
  • Labour Court; and
  • CCMA

Labour Law is a specialist field and is it therefor important that you instruct an attorney who has the necessary knowledge and experience in the Labour Law.

We can assist with all your Labour Law related issues, in a specialised manner, where our experience will be to your benefit.

ESTATES, WILLS AND TRUSTS

We offer the following services:

  • Reporting of estates;
  • Administration of an estate;
  • Drafting of Wills;
  • Estate Planning;
  • Drafting of a trust; and
  • Registration of trust.

When dealing with the passing of a loved one, you need to appoint an attorney who understands the emotional need to finalise an estate as quick as possible and in a professional manner.

The administration of an estate, requires specific knowledge of the Estate Act, the Law of Intestate Succession and Tax Law.

We assist with the reporting of estates as well as the finalisation thereof in a timeously manner.

THIRD PARTY CLAIMS / ROAD ACCIDENT FUND

The Purpose of the Road Accident Fund is to compensate all road users in South Africa that sustained injuries from a vehicle accident or suffer loss due to the death caused by a vehicle accident.

We offer our services on a contingency basis when required, therefor our fees will only be payable after your claim is finalised and the Fund has paid out your claim.

 

Theron Jordaan & Smit will ensure that your claim is correctly submitted at the Road Accident Fund in accordance with the Act and the regulations in order for you to be awarded with sufficient compensation to lighten your burden.

 

Vehicle accidents are increasing in South Africa due to human – , road – and other external factors.  Let us assist you with our experience and exceptional knowledge to lodge your claim!

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We offer our services on a contingency basis when required, therefor our fees will only be payable after your claim is finalised and the Fund has paid out your claim.

COMMERCIAL LAW

Commercial law deals with both private as well as public law.  Commercial law is applicable in our daily lives doing business, whether on business relationships, rights or conduct.  It is important for a successful business to have an experienced attorney to assist in dealing with matters relating to buying, selling and distribution of goods between businesses and consumers. 

The team at Theron Jordaan & Smit will assist you to protect your commercial interests and assist you with innovative solutions!

CORPORATE LAW

Corporate Law is applicable to the formation of companies, shareholder rights as well as mergers.  It is important to know your rights and obligations when forming or managing a company or other legal entity.

We can assist you with the registration of your company, drafting of the Memorandum of Incorporation and shareholder agreements.

Theron Jordaan & Smit is experts in company law and provides services that will suit all your company’s legal needs!

LITIGATION

Our highly experienced team will assist you every step of the way in all civil litigation matters.  We will properly advise you, draft all pleadings and properly represent you in court.

 

We at Theron Jordaan & Smit pride ourselves therein that we have exceptional knowledge of all processes, be it in the Magistrate Court, Regional Court or High Court.

 

Our Services include the following:

  • Contractual claims;
  • Damages claims;
  • Debt Collection;
  • Liquidations;
  • Sequestrations;
  • Evictions; and
  • Claims in regard to unlawful arrest.