T Nkomo Attorneys Inc

28/07/2026

Legal Myth: "If I pass away without a Will, everything automatically goes to my spouse or partner."

Many people delay drafting a Will because they assume their partner will automatically inherit their entire estate. In reality, this is one of the most common—and costly—misconceptions in estate planning.

The Reality:
If you pass away without a valid Will (known as dying intestate), the state applies strict statutory laws to distribute your assets.

🔹 For married couples:
Your estate is typically split between your surviving spouse and your children according to a fixed legal formula. This can force the sale of a family home or lock up funds in state-managed funds for minors.

🔹 For unmarried partners:
Even if you have lived together for decades, the law does not automatically recognise long-term partners as heirs. Your assets could go entirely to distant relatives, leaving your partner with nothing.

The Solution:
Do not leave your family’s financial security to a default government formula. A professionally drafted Will ensures your partner and children are protected exactly the way you intend.

Protect the people who matter most. Contact our offices today to secure your legacy with a legally sound
Will.

28/07/2026

The Importance of Estate Planning: Understanding the Power of a Valid Will

A Will is a foundational legal document that ensures your voice is heard when it matters most. It clearly outlines your directives regarding asset distribution, names legal guardians for minor children, and appoints a trusted executor to manage your affairs.

When an individual passes away without a Will, the state dictates how assets are divided under strict statutory formulas. This process often disregards personal wishes and can leave loved ones facing prolonged legal complications.

Key Reasons to Formalise Your Will:

🔹 Asset Control: Safeguard your wealth and ensure your property reaches your intended beneficiaries.

🔹 Guardianship: Secure your children's future by legally appointing individuals you trust to raise them.

🔹 Mitigate Conflict: Clear, legally binding instructions significantly reduce the risk of family disputes and costly litigation.

How We Can Help
Our experienced legal team specialises in comprehensive Estate Planning. We draft legally sound Wills and provide full-service Administration of Estates to guide your family smoothly through probate.Protect your legacy and give your family certainty.

Contact our offices today to schedule a consultation with an estate planning specialist.

15/07/2026

Important Notice

Register your Customary Marriage

If you have a customary marriage, you must register it soon.

The deadline
You have until 31 August 2026 to register your marriage at Home affairs.

Why is it important : 4 main benefits

1. Legal proof
You get a marriage certificate. This proves you are legally married.

2.Your money and property
Customary marriages are automatically in community of property. This means everything you and your spouse own becomes shared 50/50. Registering protects your half if you divorce or separate.

3.Inheritance
Registering ensures you are recognized as the legal serviving spouse. This makes it easy to claim your spouse's assets and protect your children from losing their home.

4.Work benefits
You can easily add your partner to your medical aid or pension.

How to do it
Both partners must go to Home Affairs together. Take your IDs, witnesses and lobola letter.

We can help!
Send us a message or visit our offices if you need assistance with your paperwork.

05/07/2026

Claims are time barred

S10. 1.4 of the General Conditions of Contract (GCC) for Construction Works
Cuts off a contractor's right to claim additional costs or extension of time if they miss the cutoff date for the submission of claims.

In terms of the clause, circumstances, events, acts or ommissions that can cause delays or extra costs to the contractor on site shall be reported to the Employer/Employer's Agent within 28 days of occurance.

The report must be a formally written notice to the employer advising of the claim/intent to claim (costs or extension of time).

Failure to comply within the 28 days submission period results in:

1.No time extension - the Due Completion date shall not be extended.

2.No extra costs - Contractor shall not be awarded additional payment for costs incurred due to the occurrence or event.

3.Employer is discharged of all liability in connection with the claim.

02/07/2026

We have moved to Office 3b OfficeMax
14 Samson Road
Berea, EL

27/06/2026