We understand that legal costs are a major concern. However, because litigation is unpredictable and its progress is subject to many external variables beyond our control, we cannot provide a fixed amount or even an accurate estimate for the total cost of a matter from start to finish. For full transparency, we provide a detailed fee structure breakdown.

Mediation offers greater predictability due to its structured and controlled environment. Sessions are scheduled for two hours each, occurring weekly or bi-weekly as needed. We typically find that matters are finalized within 4 to 6 sessions. Although the total time is always dependent on the unique facts of the case, mediation provides a significantly clearer and more manageable timeline than traditional litigation.

For an exact cost breakdown please find out fee structure here.

Mediation is a powerful alternative dispute resolution tool that enables parties to achieve an amicable settlement within a more controlled and structured environment. A mediator facilitates the process, ensuring both parties negotiate on equal terms.

Litigation, the more traditional approach, is fundamentally a court battle that can quickly become acrimonious and expensive. Although litigants can pursue mediation or settlement at any time prior to judgment, litigation is necessary when parties are unwilling or unable to reach consensus, requiring an impartial judge or magistrate to impose the final ruling.

To start, you will need to schedule a first consultation so we can obtain full instructions regarding your matter. Effective legal advice relies on honest and complete information from you. A new legal process formally begins when a summons or application is issued and served on the other party, or upon yourself. The steps that follow are strictly governed by the Court Rules, which will be discussed in detail during our initial meeting.

Mediation is a voluntary and confidential process requiring mutual agreement from all parties to refer the matter. This crucial first step can be initiated directly by the parties or facilitated through their respective legal representatives.

The mediation process commences with a first session designed to establish a clear foundation for resolution. During this session, we will:

Establish a formal agenda listing all key dispute points requiring discussion.

Discuss and set the expectations for the mediation.

Clarify and define the roles and responsibilities of all participants.

We will require your personal information for the purpose of initiating litigation and/or mediation, as your attorney must fully understand your case. This information will be submitted to the opposing party and to the Court, which is a required step for all litigants.

Please note that your personal information is not protected under POPIA (Protection of Personal Information Act) for judicial matters. However, we assure you that we will not disclose your personal information to any person or institution outside of the direct role-players involved in the legal or mediation matter, unless we have your explicit, express consent to do so.

While the academic qualifications for an attorney and an advocate are the same, their practical training and specialization within the legal sphere differ significantly.

Attorneys deal directly with the public, managing the daily aspects of a case and providing comprehensive legal services. Advocates, however, specialize in court work, focusing on presenting and arguing a matter before a judge or magistrate. Advocates do not deal with clients directly; they receive instructions exclusively through the attorney. Ultimately, attorneys and advocates function as a unified team to provide clients with the best possible legal solution.