DOMESTIC VIOLENCE
The Domestic Violence Act (116 of 1998) was enacted to afford protection to the socially vulnerable. This act provides an accessible and simple avenue to ensure the safety of, most especially, women and children in their homes in the form of a Protection Order which may be applied for by any affected person through the Magistrate’s Court in your area.
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SMALL CLAIMS
Every Magistrate’s Court has a public access forum known as a Small Claims Court which will assist private individuals in recovery of monies up to R15 000-00. You do not require the assistance of attorneys or any other legal representative in this process as it has been simplified and court officials will guide you through the process.
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RENTAL HOUSING TRIBUNAL
Issues between Landlord and Tenant that commonly crop up such as repairs, excessive rent, disconnection of services and various other issues may be dealt with through the Rental Housing Tribunal. This dispute resolution forum specifically formulated by the legislature to allow the relationship between the parties to a lease to be dealt with in a cost-effective manner.
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WILLS AND ESTATES
Having a properly drafted Will in place at the time of your death is invaluable. We have highlighted aspects of the formalities relating to Wills and Estates for your information in our brochure to assist you to prepare your own testamentary writing.
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SIMPLE WILL TEMPLATE
It’s never too early or too late to start thinking about drafting a will. A will stipulates how your property, possessions, money and other assets will be distributed when you pass away. It will also give you peace of mind that your estate will be taken care of.
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