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The Tailored Case ⚖️Just as a master tailor crafts a suit to exact measurements, a strategic litigation case must be cus...
06/06/2026

The Tailored Case ⚖️

Just as a master tailor crafts a suit to exact measurements, a strategic litigation case must be custom-made... always. Litigation is never a 'one-size-fits-all' outline.

A successful case, among many other factors, is a precise compilation of statutory law, court procedures, and the strict rules of evidence. It dictates exactly what is applicable to your dispute and what must be discarded. One minor factual variance can change the entire applicable legislation—shifting your matter from a simple contract dispute into a complex statutory battlefield.

Litigation is not about "picking and choosing" facts to suit a narrative, nor is it about misleading your opponent or the court. It is about the absolute alignment of material facts with admissible (acceptable) proof.In fact, this alignment is a professional obligation.

Under Clause 3.10 of the Legal Practice Council Code of Conduct, a legal practitioner is strictly required to advise a client at the earliest opportunity on the likely success of their case. The law forbids an legal practitioner from generating unnecessary work or involving their clients in groundless expenses.

⚠️ Disclaimer: This post is for informational purposes to raise legal awareness and does not constitute formal legal advice. Every case is unique and depends on its specific facts. Always seek independent legal advice tailored to your situation.

Francois Van Wyk Attorneys
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06/06/2026

Child Maintenance: Do Not Rush the Portfolio of Evidence 👶

​When filing a new maintenance application (J101) or seeking an amendment (J107), the golden rule is simple: do not start the night before.Rushing calculations on these prescribed forms compromises your child's financial future.

A minor child cannot represent themselves, and you have limited opportunities to plead their case effectively. Entering the justice system unprepared is a risk you cannot afford to take.
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💡 The 3-Month POE Framework: The Maintenance Court demands verified proof, not estimates.

Building an ironclad Portfolio of Evidence (POE) requires at least three months of meticulous tracking to average out your child's true needs:
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✔️ Sector 1: Direct Child Expenses
​Collect every till slip, invoice, and receipt for groceries, clothing, school fees, and medical care.
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✔️ Sector 2: Parent & Household Fixed Costs
​Gather rental contracts, car finance agreements, bond statements, and utility bills to calculate the proportionate household share.

✔️ Sector 3... and so forth.
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💡 All data must be consolidated into a clear, standard outline of monthly expenses that perfectly matches your supporting documents.
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⚠️ Disclaimer: Maintenance applications involve strict statutory requirements. Always consult a legal practitioner to ensure your financial evidence is litigation-ready before approaching the court.

Fʀᴀɴᴄᴏɪs Vᴀɴ Wʏᴋ Aᴛᴛᴏʀɴᴇʏs Iɴᴄ.

04/06/2026

The Johannesburg high court, in a landmark judgment, has ruled that cryptocurrency constitutes both "money" and "capital" under South Africa's Exchange Control Regulations.

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04/06/2026

Co-Owning Property in SA: What Happens When Disputes Arise? 🏡🤝

​Buying property with a sibling, partner, or friend happens often, but what happens when one wants to sell and the other refuses?
If you hit a permanent deadlock, either party can approach the High Court utilizing the actio communi dividundo. The court has the power to order a physical division of the property, award it to one owner (with compensation to the other), or force a sale on the open market and split the proceeds.

But... all this can be avoided...

The Deeds Office gives you your public title deed against the world (Real Right), but the Co-Ownership Agreement gives you the private, binding rules of play between yourselves (Personal Right).

💡 It is highly recommended to have this contract signed before registration takes place.

The best way to prevent any litigation is a preemptive Co-Ownership Agreement. A tailored contract should outline a clear exit strategy, including a right of first refusal and mandatory Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) clauses like private mediation or arbitration to resolve conflicts swiftly.

​⚠️ Disclaimer: Co-ownership litigation is complex and heavily dependent on the underlying asset structure. Consult a legal practitioner before buying joint property or attempting a forced partition. (Reference case law in comment aection).

Fʀᴀɴᴄᴏɪs Vᴀɴ Wʏᴋ Aᴛᴛᴏʀɴᴇʏs Iɴᴄ.

03/06/2026

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03/06/2026

Plan Your Divorce Before Your Wedding: The ANC Reality 💍📜

Caught up in the honeymoon phase, many couples sign their Antenuptial Contract (ANC) after a rushed, 10-minute legal explanation. Without realising it, you could be signing away your hard-earned assets, future income, or inheritance. Your marriage conditions dictate the most critical financial arrangement of your life.

Consider the long-term stakes:
​✔️ Business Growth: If a venture you start explodes into a multi-million-rand enterprise, an incorrect regime exposes your commercial assets to division or your partner's creditors.
​✔️ Creative Success: Becoming a successful author or artist means your future intellectual property royalties are up for division without a tailored ANC.
​✔️ Shared Debt: Defaulting into In Community of Property means you legally marry your partner’s debts, risking your own financial security.

​Recent landmark legal shifts and judgments prove that the matrimonial landscape has profoundly changed. Do not sign blindly.

​⚠️ Disclaimer: Matrimonial property regimes require highly tailored legal planning. It is essential to consult with a licensed legal practitioner to safeguard your assets before marriage.

Fʀᴀɴᴄᴏɪs Vᴀɴ Wʏᴋ Aᴛᴛᴏʀɴᴇʏs Iɴᴄ.
072 876 8476

31/05/2026

The "Freelancer" Illusion: Are You Actually an Employee Under Section 200A of the LRA? 💼⚖️

​In the modern gig economy, many businesses rely heavily on independent contractors, freelancers, or "shadow workers" to maintain operational flexibility. However, simply labelling a working relationship as an "independent consultancy" or a "freelance mandate" does not automatically make it so in the eyes of South African labour law.

​Under Section 200A of the Labour Relations Act (LRA), the law looks past the title on a contract and examines the true reality of the working relationship.

Failing to properly structure these relationships can expose a venture to severe financial and legal risks, including retrospective claims for employee benefits, unfair dismissal disputes at the CCMA, and non-compliance with statutory levies.

​⚠️ Disclaimer: Labour dynamics are highly fact-specific, and statutory thresholds change periodically. It is safe and advisable to consult with a licensed legal practitioner to audit your independent contractor agreements and avoid costly litigation.

Fʀᴀɴᴄᴏɪs Vᴀɴ Wʏᴋ Aᴛᴛᴏʀɴᴇʏs Iɴᴄ.

The Sound of Legality 🎻⚖️​A single violin can play a beautiful solo, but there is something deeply moving when a legal t...
31/05/2026

The Sound of Legality 🎻⚖️

​A single violin can play a beautiful solo, but there is something deeply moving when a legal team, attorneys and advocates, comes together. They all study the exact same notes, applying the correct rules just as a musician plays the precise chords required. Yet, the real magic happens when they collaborate, mixing different styles and strengths to find the perfect harmony for a client's case.

​When a team pours their shared passion and talent into testing the principles of legality, a case comes alive. Standing firm together for the letter of the law creates a powerful, unified voice, a performance so resonant it leaves a lasting impression long after the papers fade away in an archive.

Fʀᴀɴᴄᴏɪs Vᴀɴ Wʏᴋ Aᴛᴛᴏʀɴᴇʏs Iɴᴄ. ⚖️

Fʀᴀɴᴄᴏɪs Vᴀɴ Wʏᴋ Aᴛᴛᴏʀɴᴇʏs Iɴᴄ.072 876 8476
31/05/2026

Fʀᴀɴᴄᴏɪs Vᴀɴ Wʏᴋ Aᴛᴛᴏʀɴᴇʏs Iɴᴄ.
072 876 8476

31/05/2026

The Illusion of Pre-Approved Credit: Why Waiting Until After the Fact Is a Costly Mistake 💳
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We have all received the notification: "Congratulations! You qualify for a credit limit of R50,000."
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In the moment, it feels like financial freedom. But in reality, once high interest rates, monthly administration fees, and unexpected "life-happens" expenses hit, that pre-approved limit can quickly transform into a restrictive debt trap. Far too many consumers wait until they are facing letters of demand before they seek legal counsel.

When financial distress looms, your most powerful shield is early intervention.

The critical error is ignoring this notice or waiting until the sheriff arrives at your door. Proactive legal advice before a credit agreement spirals out of control can protect your assets, your credit score, and your peace of mind.
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⚠️ Disclaimer: Not all debt contracts are the same, and different terms apply depending on the credit provider and the nature of the agreement. It is always safe and advisable to consult with a licensed legal practitioner to review your specific contracts and help you avoid costly litigation.

Fʀᴀɴᴄᴏɪs Vᴀɴ Wʏᴋ Aᴛᴛᴏʀɴᴇʏs Iɴᴄ.

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