Litigation & Dispute Resolution

We work proactively with our clients to prevent disputes; however, in the event that one arises, our expertise ensures a swift, effective, and cost-efficient resolution.

Our team of specialist dispute resolution lawyers has a proven track record of success in managing complex commercial disputes and litigation. Whether you are seeking to avoid conflict or resolve an existing dispute, we bring our extensive experience to provide you with effective legal solutions.

Our lawyers routinely engage in litigation in the High Court and the Court of Appeal, as well as participating in commercial arbitration and other forms of alternative dispute resolution. We regularly represent clients against some of the most prominent law firms in South Africa and internationally. Our established relationships with leading junior and senior counsel in South Africa and globally ensure that we are well-equipped to manage even the most challenging disputes.

To deliver the best outcomes for our clients, we organise our team to provide specialist expertise across a broad spectrum of dispute types. The links provided below offer further details on the specific services we offer. If you need assistance finding the right team or lawyer for your case, the key contacts on this page will be happy to assist you.

From the outset, we ensure that you receive a clear understanding of the strength of your case, along with a transparent and realistic assessment of costs. Our goal is to provide practical and timely advice, empowering you to make informed decisions at every stage.

Our Specialist Areas of Expertise Include:

• Agriculture and Food Production
• Business Ownership (including share ownership, corporate governance, partnerships, and joint ventures)
• Construction
• Contracts (all types)
• Regulatory and Corporate Defence (including health and safety, fraud, and licensing)
• Corporate Finance, Banking, and Tax
• Debt Recovery
• Defamation
• Directors’ Duties
• Education
• Environmental Law
• Insolvency
• Intellectual Property
• International Litigation and Dispute Resolution
• Financial Services
• Fraud and Asset Recovery
• Probate and Trusts
• Product Liability
• Professional Negligence
• Property Disputes and Telecommunications Disputes
• Public Law (including procurement, planning, education, health services, judicial review, and licensing)
• Shipping, Transport, and Logistics

Our team is well aware of the legal and commercial pressures faced by businesses of all sizes—whether they are small start-ups, SMEs, or large listed international corporates. Regardless of your business’s size or complexity, our clients benefit from straightforward, practical, and commercially viable advice that is tailored to their unique needs and circumstances.