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Government Notice 7648 has been set aside.On 28 September 2026, the Gauteng Division of the High Court, Pretoria, by agr...
16/10/2026

Government Notice 7648 has been set aside.

On 28 September 2026, the Gauteng Division of the High Court, Pretoria, by agreement between the parties, reviewed and set aside the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development's determination under section 6(3)(a) of the Superior Courts Act, in so far as it relates to areas of jurisdiction falling under the Gauteng Division.

Government Notice 30 of 2016, as amended by Government Notice 408 of 2018, continues to apply. Pretoria and Johannesburg once again share concurrent jurisdiction over the areas previously in question, restoring the position as it stood before GN7648.

Outstanding debt doesn't just sit on a balance sheet, it slows down everything a business is trying to do.Our General Li...
08/10/2026

Outstanding debt doesn't just sit on a balance sheet, it slows down everything a business is trying to do.

Our General Litigation and Banking & Financial Law teams handle debt recovery and corporate recovery matters for business clients, from the first letter of demand through to litigation and judgment. Judgment on its own doesn't guarantee payment, if the debtor still doesn't settle, the next step is proceeding with ex*****on against their assets or, where there's uncertainty about their financial position, a Section 65 enquiry to establish their ability to pay.

It's a process built to be efficient rather than protracted, because the point isn't to win in principle, it's to get funds back into your business.

Whether it's a handful of overdue invoices or a more complex recovery involving multiple debtors, the approach is the same: move quickly, keep you informed, and pursue the outcome that actually protects your cash flow.

VZLR Legalese:: Suspensive vs. Resolutive Conditions.Two words that can completely change what a contract actually commi...
06/10/2026

VZLR Legalese:: Suspensive vs. Resolutive Conditions.

Two words that can completely change what a contract actually commits you to.

A suspensive condition puts the contract on pause. It isn't binding yet, it only comes into effect once a specific event happens, like a buyer securing bond approval or a regulator granting consent. No condition met, no deal.

A resolutive condition works the other way. It's an eject button. The contract is already up and running, binding both parties, but it automatically ends if a defined event occurs, like the loss of a licence or the expropriation of a property.

The difference sounds technical, but it decides who's bound to what, and when. It's exactly the kind of clause worth having checked before you sign.

We Are Hiring!Position Title: Receptionist / Front Desk Coordinator Location: Nelspruit branch Date of advertisement: 28...
30/09/2026

We Are Hiring!

Position Title: Receptionist / Front Desk Coordinator
Location: Nelspruit branch
Date of advertisement: 28 September 2026

VZLR Inc. is inviting applications for the position of Receptionist / Front Desk Coordinator at our Nelspruit branch. As the first point of contact for our clients and visitors, you will play a key role in creating a professional, welcoming impression of a firm that has served its clients for over 80 years. We are looking for a hard-working, energetic self-starter who is neat, friendly and eager to learn. This is an ideal opportunity for someone at the start of their career who wants to grow with an established firm.

Key Responsibilities:
- Welcome and attend to clients, visitors and service providers in a professional and courteous manner
- Operate the switchboard; answer, screen and direct incoming calls and take accurate messages
- Manage the reception area and ensure it is neat, presentable and secure at all times
- Manage appointments and coordinate boardroom bookings
- Receive, record and distribute incoming post, documents, deliveries and Docex items
- Coordinate outgoing couriers and deliveries
- Provide general administrative support to the attorneys and support staff
- Maintain strict confidentiality of client and firm information

Requirements:
- Grade 12 (Matric)
- A certificate in Office Administration, Reception or a related field will be advantageous
- No prior experience required. Previous reception or office experience, particularly in a law firm or professional services environment, will be advantageous
- Computer literate, with a working knowledge of MS Office (Outlook, Word and Excel)
- Neat and well-presented, with a tidy and orderly approach to work
- Friendly, warm and client-focused, with good communication skills
- Hard-working, reliable and punctual
- A self-starter who takes initiative and can work with minimal supervision
- Well organised, able to multitask and work calmly under pressure
- High level of discretion and integrity
- Must reside in or be willing to relocate to Nelspruit.

What you will gain:
- The opportunity to be the face of a well-established and respected law firm
- A professional, supportive and collaborative working environment
- Exposure to the day-to-day operations of a busy legal practice
- On-the-job training and opportunities for learning and growth within the firm

How to Apply:
Interested candidates may submit their applications to [email protected]
Please include your CV outlining your qualifications and experience, along with copies of your Matric certificate and any other qualifications.

Closing Date: 30 October 2026

The South African Reserve Bank has raised the repo rate by 25 basis points, bringing it up to 7.25%, effective 25 Septem...
28/09/2026

The South African Reserve Bank has raised the repo rate by 25 basis points, bringing it up to 7.25%, effective 25 September.

This means the prime lending rate now sits at 10.75%.

Heritage Day became an official public holiday in 1996 under the Public Holidays Act, growing out of a regional day of c...
24/09/2026

Heritage Day became an official public holiday in 1996 under the Public Holidays Act, growing out of a regional day of commemoration observed in KwaZulu-Natal in honour of King Shaka.

Since then it has broadened into a national celebration of South Africa's eleven official languages and the many customs, belief systems and traditions that sit alongside them, including the more informal tradition of National Braai Day, a movement started in 2005 to bring South Africans together around a fire on the same date.

A country built on this much difference works best when that difference is recognised rather than flattened into sameness, in law as much as in culture.

Wishing everyone a meaningful Heritage Day.

Four close corporations. A 10-year franchise built through a black economic empowerment initiative. And a single missed ...
22/09/2026

Four close corporations. A 10-year franchise built through a black economic empowerment initiative. And a single missed deadline that put all of it at risk.

In Beadica 231 CC and Others v Trustees, Oregon Trust and Others, four Sale’s Hire franchisees needed to give written notice to renew their leases at least six months before the leases ended. They missed the deadline and tried to renew afterwards.

The Constitutional Court confirmed what our courts have said consistently: clear, written contractual terms will generally be enforced, even when the consequences are harsh, unless doing so would be clearly contrary to public policy. The franchisees couldn’t show that it was. The leases were not renewed.

What made this case particularly complex: the franchise agreements required the franchisees to operate from premises approved by Sale’s Hire — the very premises they could no longer lease. The franchisor retained a discretion to terminate the franchise agreements, but the Constitutional Court noted that this didn’t follow automatically. Whether the businesses ultimately survived depended on whether Sale’s Hire chose to exercise that power.

A missed notice deadline. A discretion that could end four businesses. A reminder that your contractual obligations are only as safe as your attention to the details written into them.

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83 years. 40+ legal experts. 3 branches. 20 practice areas.VZLR was established in 1943 and has grown from a Pretoria pa...
17/09/2026

83 years. 40+ legal experts. 3 branches. 20 practice areas.

VZLR was established in 1943 and has grown from a Pretoria partnership into a firm with offices in Pretoria, Johannesburg and Nelspruit, serving individuals, family businesses, listed companies and multinationals alike.

What hasn't changed is the approach: take the time to understand what a client actually needs, connect them with the right specialist, and stay with them through to resolution. Eight decades in, that is still the model.

On 2 July 2026, the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development published Government Notice 7648, redrawing the a...
15/09/2026

On 2 July 2026, the Minister of Justice and Constitutional Development published Government Notice 7648, redrawing the areas served by the main and local seats of the High Court's Gauteng, Limpopo, North West and Mpumalanga Divisions.

Read one way, the notice appears to end Pretoria and Mbombela's concurrent jurisdiction over the areas served by their local seats, Johannesburg and Middelburg.

On that reading, a matter filed in the wrong seat could face a jurisdictional challenge, a transfer application and delay.

VZLR directors Hannes Hyman and Waldo Snyman argue that interpretation goes further than the Superior Courts Act allows.

Drawing on Supreme Court of Appeal and Constitutional Court authority, including Standard Bank v Thobejane and SAHRC v Standard Bank, they conclude that a main seat retains concurrent jurisdiction over its Division's full geographical area unless Parliament legislates otherwise.

Full analysis on our blog: https://vist.ly/5ih59

Most people injured in road accidents have a valid claim against the Road Accident Fund, but never make one.If you know ...
09/09/2026

Most people injured in road accidents have a valid claim against the Road Accident Fund, but never make one.

If you know who was driving, you generally have 3 years from the date of the accident to lodge your claim. For hit-and-run accidents, that window is just 2 years. Miss it, and in most cases, your right to claim is gone for good, not knowing the deadline existed isn’t a valid excuse.

Drivers, passengers, pedestrians, cyclists and family members who’ve lost a breadwinner in a fatal accident may all have a claim. Even where more than one driver contributed to an accident, courts can apportion liability — so don’t assume you don’t qualify.

Don’t wait until it’s too late. If you’ve been injured in a road accident, talk to our Personal Injury & Third Party Claims team today.

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Floor 1, Block 3, Monument Office Park, 79 Steenbok Avenue, Cnr Of Steenbok Avenue And Elephant Streets, Monument Park
Pretoria
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Monday 08:00 - 16:30
Tuesday 08:00 - 16:30
Wednesday 08:00 - 16:30
Thursday 08:00 - 16:30
Friday 08:00 - 16:30

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