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We pride ourselves in providing strategic and pragmatic legal guidance, which is client-focused by bridging legal need and legal solution. Mary-Jane Mphahlele Attorneys Inc focuses on key practice areas, namely: Administration of Deceased Estates, Insolvency, Dispute Resolution, Litigation and Arbitration, Divorce and Family Law, Commercial Law, Debt Collection, Insurance Law, Personal Injury and Medical Negligence, Trusts and Media Law.

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Fortune Funnels: Kickstart 2024 with Estate Planning – Because Leaving a Legacy is the Classiest Resolution
By MJM Attorneys | |
Estate planning is a crucial step in securing your legacy and ensuring your wishes are honored. It provides peace of mind by safeguarding your assets, minimizing tax implications, facilitating a smooth transition of wealth to your loved ones.
His Business Debt, Our Responsibility – Liquidation & Divorce
By Mary Jane Mphahlele | |
Being married in community of property means that you and your husband are co-owners of each other’s assets, but also co-responsible for each other’s debts. If your husband's business goes into liquidation, creditors may have a claim against the joint estate.
FROM OURS TO HIS & HERS: CHANGING MATRIMONIAL REGIMES
By Mary Jane Mphahlele | |
Are you and your spouse worried about shared financial risks or debts in your marriage? Many couples in South Africa don’t realise the consequences of being married in community of property until it’s too late. Whether it’s to protect assets, start a business, or avoid financial pitfalls, changing your marital regime to out of community of property could safeguard your future.
Choosing the right trustee for your- Family Trust
By MJM Attorneys | |
A trustee in a family trust plays a crucial role in managing assets and ensuring beneficiaries' needs are met. The trustees have significant responsibilities, including safeguarding assets, distributing benefits, and complying with legal obligations. Choosing the right trustee is essential to the success of the trust.
The Appointment of a Liquidator and Receiver in Divorce Cases: Protecting Your Interests When Assets Are Hidden
By Mary Jane Mphahlele | |
When one party is attempting to hide assets, a liquidator’s expertise is invaluable. They have the skills and resources to trace concealed assets, including offshore accounts or undervalued property.
Two Pot Retirement System and Your Divorce: To Dip or Not to Dip.
By Mary Jane Mphahlele | |
The Savings Pot and Retirement Pot are both subject to equal division under Section 7(7) of the Divorce Act, reducing the value of the Savings Pot through withdrawals could lead to disputes or the need for financial recalculations.
Service of Divorce Summons via WhatsApp
By Mary Jane Mphahlele | |
Yes, the sheriff can serve your "duck and diving" husband divorce summons via social media, but only if the court grants permission for substituted service. To achieve this, you will need to demonstrate that traditional service methods have failed and that social media is a reasonable alternative.
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