OUR PRACTICE AREAS

INSURANCE LAW

Insurance- and motor law are our chosen legal disciplines. We offer a full complement of legal services in the insurance industry. We act on behalf of private individuals as well as major short-term insurers, and offer the following services in this area of specialisation:

  • Subrogated recoveries of damages and defence of third-party claims.
  • Public liability claims.
  • Advice on insurance legislation.
  • Advice on regulatory aspects and compliance with applicable legislation.
  • Advice on and drafting of IT contracts.
  • Advice on and drafting of Insurer binder agreements.
  • Advice on and drafting of intermediary agreements.
  • Advice on and drafting of outsource agreements.
  • Advice on and handling of contractual disputes.
  • Assessment of and litigation on policy liability or repudiated claims.

Our attorneys have more than 73 years combined experience in the insurance industry. Based on our insider knowledge and experience, we know what insurers want from attorneys.  We are familiar with insurer service levels and we understand the desired strategies in instituting and defending insurance related claims. We regard the insurers, their brokers and their policy holders as our clients.

For more information regarding our insurance law services please contact Arthur Davies at arthur@vedlaw.co.za or Anphia Davies at anphia@vedlaw.co.za.

CONTRACT LAW

We offer skills and expertise in negotiating, drafting and settling of agreements in accordance with the needs and specific requirements of our individual clients.

Our areas of specialisation are:

  • Insurer binder agreements
  • Intermediary agreements
  • Outsource agreements
  • IT contracts
  • Prenuptial and post nuptial agreements
  • Labour related contracts.
  • Advice on and handling of contractual disputes.

For more information regarding IT contracts and insurance related contracts please contact Arthur Davies at arthur@vedlaw.co.za

For more information regarding prenuptial and post nuptial agreements and labour related agreements please contact Lizanie van Deventer at lizanie@vedlaw.co.za

CONVEYENCING AND PROPERTY LAW

Our highly experienced team is committed to providing unparalleled levels of service, and focuses on building a lasting and trusted relationship with our clients.

Our conveyancing team pride themselves in exceeding client expectations during the transfer process ensuring that both the property seller and the property buyer is kept informed every step of the way and that registration takes place in the shortest possible time.  They assist with all aspects relating to property law, conveyancing and Deed registrations.

Kindly refer to our transfer fee guidelines that can be downloaded from our website at www.vedlaw.co.za under the NEWS tab.

For more information regarding Conveyancing and Property law please contact Sanette Scheepers at sanette@vedlaw.co.za

FAMILY LAW

Our litigation department has extensive experience in dealing with family and matrimonial matters. We can act on behalf of both parties concerned in divorce proceedings where it is clear at the inception of the matter that the parties will be able to reach an amicable settlement.

Our work ethos focuses on compassionate and comprehensive matrimonial law services including (but not limited to):

  • Ante nuptial contracts and changes in matrimonial property regimes
  • Assistance in reaching amicable settlements through negotiation and support
  • Rule 43 applications for interim relief
  • Mediation in family law disputes
  • Divorces
  • Enforcement of orders relating to family law matters
  • Parental responsibilities and rights including guardianship, care and contact
  • Rights of fathers of children born out of wedlock
  • Children’s rights
  • Maintenance claims
  • Parenting plans.  We have registered mediators on board assisting clients with negotiating and drafting parenting plans
  • Adoptions

For more information regarding family law services please contact Lizanie van Deventer at lizanie@vedlaw.co.za

DEBT COLLECTION

Debtors taking advantage of your business?

Take action now! And we shall assist in the collection of moneys due.

We specialize in:

  • Collection of patient debt on behalf of medical practices.
  • Collection of arrear school fees
  • Collection of outstanding sectional title levies and rent
  • General Arrear debts – both as soft collections and collection by way of litigation (court action procedure).

If you are looking for firm debt collection services and legal assistance that is effective in getting results, please don’t hesitate to contact Lizanie van Deventer at lizanie@vedlaw.co.za

LABOUR LAW

Since the inception of the Labour Relations Act, the field of labour law in South Africa has been considered highly technical and fraught with pitfalls. There are various technical elements which employers and employees are not always aware of.

The Labour Relations Act brought about a sense of legal certainty in the workplace. This may act to the advantage of employers, if used correctly.

We offer effective and excellence-driven labour law relief and tailor-made packages to suit your needs:

  • CCMA representation
  • Labour Court representation
  • Employment Equity
  • Unfair dismissal
  • Retrenchment
  • Disciplinary procedure assistance
  • Employment Contracts

For more information regarding Labour law services please contact Lizanie van Deventer at lizanie@vedlaw.co.za

MEDIATION

Mediation, which was introduced in South Africa as an Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), is a time- and cost-effective means whereby parties to a dispute can appoint a qualified neutral third party to act as mediator to facilitate an agreed settlement. 

The process of mediation is a guided negotiation, during which parties attempt to negotiate a resolution of their dispute, aided by a mediator. Settling disputes through mediation can save money, eases the court load and more often than not it leaves parties in a better state of mind. There are a number of other significant benefits of mediation and they include:

  1. Greater Control. Mediation increases the control the parties have over the resolution. Each party are directly involved in negotiating their own agreement and no settlement can be imposed upon you. In comparison, dissatisfaction is often experienced in court where parties have little choice but to accept the judgement made, which they may not be happy with.
  2. It’s confidential. Unlike the potential publicity of court proceedings, everything said at the mediation is entirely confidential to the parties (unless specifically agreed otherwise).
  3. It’s voluntary. Any party may withdraw at any time.
  4. Convenience. The mediation is arranged at a venue convenient to the parties, who each have their own room as well as a separate room for joint meetings. The Mediator listens to everyone’s view, talks to the parties privately and together, guiding them towards a settlement.
  5. Reduced Costs. Generally the cost is greatly reduced in comparison with trying to settle the matter through court. Traditional litigation is very expensive and the total cost is highly unpredictable.
  6. Faster outcome. Because mediation can be used early in a dispute, an agreement can usually be reached quicker than if pursuing through the courts. 
  7. Support. Mediators are trained in working with difficult situations. The mediator acts as a neutral facilitator and supports each party through the process. 
  8. Preservation of Relationships. Whether it may be a business or family dispute, preservation of relationships can be a key benefit of mediation. Mediation helps participants focus on effectively communicating with each other as opposed to attacking each other.

VED Attorneys have skilled registered mediators in our offices available to assist clients with any dispute resolution.

For more information regarding mediation services please contact Lizanie van Deventer at lizanie@vedlaw.co.za