Attorney | Gauteng | DH Attorneys

LAW FIRM

DH ATTORNEYS, based in Blairgowrie, Johannesburg provides expert legal services tailored to meet the needs of both individual and corporate clients.

Our mission is to cultivate lasting client relationships through professional, efficient and cost effective solutions tailored for corporate and individual clients alike.

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AREAS OF EXPERTISE

FAMILY LAW

Antenuptial agreements: we offer expert guidance in drafting and negotiating Antenuptial Agreements to protect your assets and outline financial responsibilities before marriage.
Divorce Proceedings: Comprehensive support throughout the divorce process including settlement negotiations and court representations to ensure a fair and equitable settlement for you.
Custody Disputes: Advocacy in custody matters to help establish parenting arrangements that prioritize the best interests of the children.
Parenting Plans: Assisting you in developing effective parental plans that outline the custody, visitation schedules and responsibilities fostering a cooperative parental environment post-divorce.
Maintenance: Expert legal guidance on all aspects of child and spousal maintenance including calculations and court representation.

If you are unsure as to how your required process would work or in which court you need to process a matter, contact us on our landline or send an email or WhatsApp message and we will provide necessary detail.

DECEASED ESTATES AND ESTATE PLANNING

We offer the following specialist services in respect of deceased estates:

Will Drafting: We prepare professionally drafted Will and Trust Deeds to honor your wishes and safeguard your legacy. Allow our tea to guide you through the process of asset distribution, appointment of Trustees and executors to meet and execute your testamentary intentions.
Will dispute Resolution: Disagreements about the content of or the interpretation of wills or the right to claim can be a complex and emotional concern. Allow us to provide expert mediation and litigation services to resolve these disputes and in doing so ensure your interests are always protected.
Administration and Oversight of Estates: The administration of either both deceased and or Insolvent estates can be a long and emotional process. Our offices will gladly accept nominations as executors or administer the estate on your behalf acting as your agent.

Our experienced team will guide you through the creation and registration of Testamentary Trusts, the purpose and benefits during your lifetime and beyond.

PERSONAL INJURIES AND NEGLIGENCE CLAIMS

Have you been involved in a motor car accident that was not your fault or have you been injured or suffered patrimonial loss due to someone else’s negligence?

We understand the emotional and financial toll that an injury can take on yourself and even your family. Our attorney will listen to your concerns and develop a personalized strategy to get the absolute best compensation for you.

Our experienced legal practitioners specialize in all aspects of personal injury and negligence claims in respect of the following:

Motor vehicle accidents
Medical malpractice
Slip and fall incidents
Dog bite incidents
Damage to property OR someone else’s negligence
Workplace injuries.

CONTRACT LAW

At DH Attorneys we understand that well-drafted contracts are essential to your business success.

Our team of experienced legal professionals provides high quality contract drafting services tailored to meet your needs.

These services include the following:

Partnerships Agreements: Establish clear and definitive roles and responsibilities.
Lease Agreements: Secure clear and accurate rental terms.
Sale of Business Agreements: Navigate the complexities of a sale of business smoothly and ensure statutory compliance in respect of share transfers and statutory compliance.
Service Level Agreements: Define clear expectations and responsibilities for efficient service delivery.
Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDA’s): Comprehensive and robust protection of your personal and confidential information.

INSURANCE LAW AND RELATED MATTERS

As specialist Insurance attorneys we offer comprehensive services in all aspects of Insurance law.

All matte referred to our offices are thoroughly investigated in respect of both the merits and the quantum and in certain cases our concerns are raised in written opinions on the applicability of the Apportionment of Damages Act in respect of contributory negligence on part of either our client, the insured or even the third party.

All legal opinions are accompanied, where possible, with the necessary photographic and other technological evidence to provide the client with a clear picture of the merits of the case and probability of a successful and financially viable recovery.

Our opinions further set out the risks considering all available evidence, considering applicable and recent case law and litigation time periods.

The general process followed in respect of insurance related matters in these offices is as follows:

Acknowledgement of instructions.
Perusal of file of papers and schedule consult with client and or insured.
Attend inspection in loco, if necessary and consult with available witnesses.
Prepare written opinions on findings in respect of merits and quantum and outline associated risks.
Institute recovery or defense process, attend trail and report to client.

GENERAL HIGH COURT & MAGISTRATES COURT LITIGATION

Depending on the monetary value of certain claims, general collections and litigations matters are managed by our litigation attorneys in the High Courts in Johannesburg and Pretoria or local Magistrate and Regional Courts. Litigation matters include all matters such as lease disputes, contractual disputes, collections, sequestrations, liquidations, and rehabilitations.

JURISDICTION

The Johannesburg office is centrally situated in Blairgowrie and has jurisdiction in Johannesburg High Court, Magistrates Court and the Randburg Magistrates Court

The Vanderijlpark office is conveniently situated in SE3, Vanderbijlpark and serves the greater Vaal Triangle area including Vereeniging, Vanderbijlpark and Meyerton

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RATES

We provide a complimentary initial consultation and offer competitive rates for both individuals and businesses. Legal fees are based on the complexity of case, the court handling the matter, and the amount at stake.

Our office is open to working on a contingency basis, pending negotiations the terms and theulations of the Contingency Act.