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Certain provisions of the Cyber Crimes Act in effect from 1 December 2021
Many South Africans might not be aware, but as of 1 December 2021, certain sections of the Cyber Crimes Act (the “Act”) are in operation...

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Dec 14, 20214 min read


What to do when your tenant is in arrears
As a residential landlord, you expect to receive rent on time and in full- but how do you handle a residential tenant in arrears? There...

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Sep 17, 20214 min read


The ABC's of starting your business
Starting your own business is an exciting adventure, but nerve-wracking at the same time. It is important to have a well-thought out...

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Sep 8, 20215 min read


Cross Border Intellectual Property and Royalties- the "Need to Know"
Taxpayers, especially startups, need to be aware of the tax implications of transferring intellectual property ("IP") abroad. Such...

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Aug 4, 20214 min read


What is a Rule 43 Application in Divorce Proceedings?
You may at some point or other heard the words "rule 43 application" in the context of family law. A spouse who intends filing for a...

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Jun 8, 20212 min read


Can I cancel my lease early?
It is essential to bear in mind that when one signs a lease agreement, it creates obligations on the tenant and the landlord in respect...

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Mar 28, 20214 min read


ADMINISTRATION OF ESTATES DELAYED AT THE HANDS OF THE MASTER OF THE HIGH COURT
Any Legal Practitioner or company dealing with the administration of deceased estates will confirm that the process by in practice is not...

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Mar 10, 20213 min read


When does the National Credit Act apply to an agreement?
We often receive queries from clients regarding the applicability of the National Credit Act, 2005 (the "NCA") in respect of intended...

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Mar 5, 20214 min read


To mediate or not to mediate in divorce proceedings?
By Pamela Orelowitz, Senior Associate, Accredited Mediator There are numerous judgments where the Courts during divorce proceedings, have...

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Mar 4, 20213 min read


Introducing Pamela Orelowitz, our new Senior Associate in Jozi!
We are exceptionally pleased to start the year off on a good note! Welcome Pamela Orelowitz as a Senior Associate in our Rosebank,...

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Jan 12, 20211 min read


Buying a business? Some things to consider
by Natalie Macdonald-Spence It is an exciting venture to purchase an existing business. Businesses go on sale for various reasons-...

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Nov 21, 20205 min read


LOOP STRUCTURES – WHAT ARE THEY AND WHY DO THEY MATTER?
An investment into a foreign entity that develops into an investment loop (as a result of money coming back into the country through a...

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Oct 20, 20203 min read


The legal consequences of a customary wedding
by Sarah Gama, Attorney Legal consequences of a customary wedding The conclusion of a customary / traditional wedding is a time of great...

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Aug 28, 20204 min read


Changing your matrimonial property regime
Couples intending to get married in South Africa have an option of choosing the matrimonial property regime that they wish to govern...

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Aug 26, 20204 min read


What are servitudes?
A servitude is a right that serves someone through the granting of a right. A servitude can either be a personal servitude (in favour of...

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Aug 7, 20203 min read


An Executor in a Deceased Estate
by Sarah Gama, Attorney The executor of an estate After the loss of a loved one, family members have to face the hurdle of winding up the...

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Jul 27, 20203 min read


Compliance for Small Business- The Need-to-Know
By Sarah Gama, Attorney Navigating the legal framework Starting a business is more than just incorporating and registering your company...

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Jul 23, 20203 min read


Cross-border Joint Ventures & Tax
Introduction It is common, when two or more persons or entities wish to join forces to collaborate on a specific project, that the...

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Jul 20, 20205 min read


We are growing- with a new branch and new team members!
Spence Attorneys, Notaries & Conveyancers has just celebrated our first birthday. Although we are a Pinelands-based law firm, we are...

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Jul 15, 20201 min read


Don't forget the GAAR when structuring commercial transactions!
Introduction We have all heard the saying, "If it sounds like a duck, walks like a duck and looks like a duck, it probably is a duck!"....

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Jul 12, 20205 min read
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