Sep 13, 2023 | Trusts and Estates
Two things in life are certain – death and taxes. When we die, we have one last chance to do what we want with our belongings (our Estate), but only if a valid Will is in place. Let’s look at the requirements of a valid Will and other related aspects like competency,...
Aug 29, 2022 | Family Divorce and Matrimonial Law, Immigration Law
Whether a parent is married, separated or divorced, they have parental rights and responsibilities towards their child. Often, when a parent travels or relocates permanently, they want to take their child with them but need to ensure they are within the law when they...
Aug 25, 2022 | Corporate and Commercial Law
One of the best ways for shareholders to protect their interests is to enter into a shareholders agreement. Such an agreement sets out the rights and obligations of each shareholder in detail. These agreements also include information and guidelines regarding the...
Sep 2, 2021 | Conveyancing and Property Law, Trusts and Estates
A trust is a legal entity which is created by a founder and which can (amongst other things) purchase and own property. Once a trust is created, all assets are placed into it by either the founder donating assets to it or by the entity itself purchasing or otherwise...
Sep 1, 2021 | Trusts and Estates
Trusts can be created for a number of reasons which include estate planning and succession, for reasons of wealth and asset protection, and also as a broad-based share ownership scheme in companies. What is a Trust? Section 1 of the Income Tax Act No 58 of 1962...
