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Actionable insights to mitigate legal risk in South Africa.
At Van Der Walt & Associates Inc., we believe an informed client is a protected one. Our Insights Library provides structured analysis of South African regulatory and litigation trends. From High Court precedents to POPIA and property law, we translate complex developments into actionable strategies for individuals and business owners.
For many in the legal profession, the transition from candidate attorney to admitted attorney marks a significant milestone...
Vir baie in die regsberoep is die oorgang van kandidaatprokureur na toegelate prokureur ’n belangrike mylpaal...
The PIE Act has governed residential evictions since 1998, requiring property owners to follow strict court procedures...
Die PIE-wet reguleer residensiële uitsettings sedert 1998 en vereis dat eienaars streng hofprosedures...
Vier van Suid-Afrika se grootste regsfirmas het onlangs die Gauteng Hooggeregshof betree om 'n...
Four of South Africa's biggest law firms walked into the Gauteng High Court recently to challenge a government...
From Candidate Attorney to Admitted Attorney: What Really Changes?
Written by
Liana Burger
April 17, 2026
For many in the legal profession, the transition from candidate attorney to admitted attorney marks a significant milestone...
Proposed PIE Act Amendments: What Every Property Owner and Landlord Needs to Know
Written by
Eugene van der Walt
April 17, 2026
The PIE Act has governed residential evictions since 1998, requiring property owners to follow strict court procedures...
Big Law Firms vs. Government: The B-BBEE Battle That Could Change the Legal Profession
Written by
Eugene van der Walt
April 17, 2026
Four of South Africa's biggest law firms walked into the Gauteng High Court recently to challenge a government...
Divorce Options: Unopposed vs Opposed
Written by
Eugene van der Walt
May 13, 2026
How does the divorce process work? If you are considering divorce, there are two primary legal routes available...
Cohabitation and Universal Partnerships in South African Law
Written by
Eugene van der Walt
May 13, 2026
Cohabiting parents? What rights do we have? In South African law, cohabitation is commonly referred to as living together as...
What does the lease agreement say?
Written by
Eugene van der Walt
May 13, 2026
A well-drafted lease is not merely a formality, it serves as a vital safeguard for both landlords and tenants. Cape Town’s rental...
Understanding the Eviction Process: A Step-by-Step Guide for Landlords
Written by
Eugene van der Walt
May 13, 2026
This guide outlines the lawful steps landlords must follow to evict a tenant. Evicting a tenant requires strict adherence to legal...
From Candidate Attorney to Admitted Attorney: What Really Changes?
Written by
Liana Burger
April 17, 2026
For many in the legal profession, the transition from candidate attorney to admitted attorney marks a significant milestone...
Proposed PIE Act Amendments: What Every Property Owner and Landlord Needs to Know
Written by
Eugene van der Walt
April 17, 2026
The PIE Act has governed residential evictions since 1998, requiring property owners to follow strict court procedures...
Big Law Firms vs. Government: The B-BBEE Battle That Could Change the Legal Profession
Written by
Eugene van der Walt
April 17, 2026
Four of South Africa's biggest law firms walked into the Gauteng High Court recently to challenge a government...
Divorce Options: Unopposed vs Opposed
Written by
Eugene van der Walt
May 13, 2026
How does the divorce process work? If you are considering divorce, there are two primary legal routes available...
Cohabitation and Universal Partnerships in South African Law
Written by
Eugene van der Walt
May 13, 2026
Cohabiting parents? What rights do we have? In South African law, cohabitation is commonly referred to as living together as...
What does the lease agreement say?
Written by
Eugene van der Walt
May 13, 2026
A well-drafted lease is not merely a formality, it serves as a vital safeguard for both landlords and tenants. Cape Town’s rental...
Understanding the Eviction Process: A Step-by-Step Guide for Landlords
Written by
Eugene van der Walt
May 13, 2026
This guide outlines the lawful steps landlords must follow to evict a tenant. Evicting a tenant requires strict adherence to legal...
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