Fields of Law

This page provides a general, non-exhaustive overview of legal fields in which matters may arise under South African law. All services are subject to mandate acceptance, jurisdiction, statutory authority, conflict checks, and ethical compliance.


Administrative Law

Review and regulation of administrative action, legality, procedural fairness, and rationality.

Admiralty & Maritime Law

Shipping, marine commerce, maritime liens, collisions, and marine liability.

Alternative Dispute Resolution

Negotiation, mediation, and arbitration where legally authorised.

Aviation Law

Regulation of civil aviation, licensing, liability, and aviation-related disputes.

Banking Law

Banking relationships, regulatory compliance, and enforcement of banking instruments.

Business Rescue

Statutory restructuring of financially distressed companies.

Children’s Law

Legal matters affecting children, prioritising the best interests of the child.

Civil Litigation

Private disputes adjudicated through motion or action proceedings.

Commercial Law

Business transactions and commercial relationships governed by statute and common law.

Company Law

Corporate governance, shareholder relations, and statutory compliance.

Competition Law

Market conduct, restrictive practices, and competition regulation.

Consumer Protection Law

Consumer rights and supplier obligations under consumer legislation.

Constitutional Law

Interpretation, application, and enforcement of constitutional rights and obligations.

Contract Law

Formation, interpretation, breach, enforcement, cancellation, and remedies relating to agreements.

Criminal Law

Offences prosecuted by the state, subject to constitutional safeguards.

Criminal Procedure

Arrest, bail, trial, sentencing, and procedural rights.

Cybercrime Law

Offences involving digital systems, data, and electronic communications.

Data Protection & Information Law

Lawful processing and protection of personal information under POPIA.

Defamation & Media Law

Reputation, freedom of expression, publication, and media-related disputes.

Delictual Law

Civil liability arising from wrongful and negligent conduct.

Education Law

Governance, discipline, and administrative decisions in educational institutions.

Employment Law

Individual employment relationships, discipline, and workplace rights.

Environmental Law

Environmental compliance, authorisations, and statutory enforcement.

Equity, Restitution & Unjust Enrichment

Claims based on fairness, restitutionary relief, and enrichment principles.

Estates Law

Administration of deceased estates under statutory supervision.

Family Law

Marriage, divorce, parental responsibilities, and family-related disputes.

Financial Services Regulation

Regulation of financial service providers, compliance, and enforcement.

Health & Medical Law

Healthcare regulation, consent, professional standards, and liability.

Immigration & Refugee Law

Visas, permits, residency, citizenship, and asylum processes.

Insolvency Law

Sequestration and liquidation of insolvent estates and companies.

Insurance Law

Policy interpretation, indemnity, repudiation, and claims disputes.

Intellectual Property Law

Copyrights, trademarks, patents, designs, and related rights.

International Law

Treaties, international obligations, and cross-border legal principles.

Labour Law

Collective labour relations, unfair labour practices, and dispute resolution.

Land & Housing Law

Land rights, tenure security, evictions, and housing rights.

Maintenance Law

Financial support obligations and enforcement mechanisms.

Medical Negligence

Professional liability arising from breach of medical standards of care.

Media & Communications Law

Broadcasting, publishing, digital media, and communications regulation.

Negotiable Instruments Law

Bills of exchange, promissory notes, cheques, and transferable instruments.

Occupational Health & Safety Law

Workplace safety obligations and statutory compliance.

Personal Injury Law

Bodily injury claims arising from accidents or negligent conduct.

Private International Law

Conflict of laws and jurisdiction in cross-border disputes.

Professional Discipline & Regulatory Law

Disciplinary proceedings before statutory and professional bodies.

Property Law

Ownership, possession, and real rights in property.

Public Procurement Law

State contracting, tender processes, and procurement compliance.

Road Accident Fund Law

Statutory compensation claims under the Road Accident Fund Act.

Social Security Law

Statutory benefits, grants, and administrative determinations.

Succession Law

Testate and intestate inheritance and distribution of estates.

Technology Law

Regulation of digital platforms, software, and emerging technologies.

Town Planning & Zoning Law

Land use, zoning approvals, and municipal planning compliance.

Trusts Law

Fiduciary administration and management of trust assets.

Unlawful Competition

Protection against unlawful market conduct and commercial harm.

Administrative Penalties & Regulatory Enforcement

Challenges to fines, penalties, and enforcement actions by regulators.


Professional Limitation

This page provides general legal information only. It does not constitute legal advice, a guarantee of service, or an offer to act. All services are rendered subject to mandate acceptance, jurisdiction, statutory authority, and ethical compliance.