Services
At Mako Attorneys, we offer a comprehensive range of legal services designed to provide clarity and support in navigating the complexities of South African law. Our team of experienced attorneys is committed to delivering solutions that align with your unique situation and goals. Explore our key areas of expertise below.
Conveyancing/Property Law
Conveyancing/Property Law
The following are the transactions we daily do but not limited to:
• Transfers of RDP houses
• Sales
• Rectification transfers
• Estate Transfers
• Donations
• Applications of lost title deeds
• Transfers in Divorce matters
• Updating of existing title deeds
Who Appoints the conveyancing attorneys?
The seller appoints a conveyancing attorney unless the seller has no specific preference; in which case, an estate agent may introduce a conveyancing attorney.
Why do you need to transfer property into my name?
To prove ownership of property; as well as to protect ownership rights in regards to that property in South Africa is by obtaining a registered title deed. Property only becomes the owner's property once it has been registered into their name at the Deeds office.
Road Accident Fund Claims
Road Accident Fund Claims
A vehicle Accident claim is a claim against the Road Accident Fund, which was established to pay compensation to you if you suffer injuries and losses as a result of negligent driving of a motor vehicle. We assist our clients to claim smoothly without worrying about obtaining and documentation because we do all the work diligently and openly.
When can you claim Road Accident Fund?
A road accident claim must be lodged within 3 years of the accident. If you are a minor, the claim prescribes three years after you have turned 18 years. If an accident is caused by an unidentified vehicle, then the claim must be lodged within two years whether you are a minor or not.
What can you claim?
Your compensation for road accident fund claims will depend on the injuries you suffer although there are limitations which we are happy to advise you on.
Labour Matters
Labour Matters
We advocate for fair labour practices in the workplace. We will readily assist our clients with unfair labour practices, enforcement of Arbitration awards and unsatisfactory arbitration awards.
• Disciplinary hearings - There are times companies will allow or deny legal representation at disciplinary hearings, it is always best to prepare for a disciplinary hearing with a labour
Law expert who can guide you; in an instance legal representation is not allowed.
• Unfair dismissal - Was there a fair reason for your dismissal? Was fair procedure followed? Let us help you.
Deceased Estate Administration
Deceased Estate Administration
Administration of a deceased estate is a complex process which involves validating of all documentation, beneficiaries, creditors, etc.
When someone is appointed as an executor of the deceased estate, the duties outlined by the Administration of Estates Act need to be adhered to:
Theses duties include:
• Determining outstanding debts owed to creditors and settling them as soon as possible. • To determine what the assets of the deceased are, and these include furniture, stocks, cash, etc.
• To determine what amounts are to be paid out to the beneficiaries as stipulated
in the will.
• To report to the Master until beneficiaries are paid.
Family Law & Matrimonial Property
Family Law & Matrimonial Property
If you are planning to get married, we can provide advice on the different types of matrimonial regimes there are in South Africa. We can also draft an ante-nuptial agreement that best meets your circumstances with those of your future spouse.
In South Africa there are three main types of divorce. These are:
1. Uncontested Divorce
2. Mediated Divorce
3. Contested Divorce
The type of divorce determines how lengthy and costly the process will be. In the event of a divorce; we will help you with Divorce settlements, litigation, custody and access of children disputes, spousal and child maintenance and family violence interdicts.
Locate Us
Potchefstroom Office (Principle Office)
82C Wolmarans Street, Potchefstroom, North West, South Africa, 2531
Pretoria Office
125 Dallas Ave (Flexi – Suite 12), Menlyn, Pretoria – Gauteng, South Africa, 0181
East London Office
12 Ajax Crescent Ave, Chiselhuust, Atric – East London, South Africa, 5247
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