OUR SERVICES

We provide a comprehensive range of legal services designed to support SMEs at every stage of growth

Contracts
  • Service, Sale & Acquisition Agreements
    Drafting and reviewing contracts for services, sales, and business acquisitions to ensure they meet your goals and protect your interests.
  • Loan & Security Agreements
    Crafting clear and effective loan agreements, as well as security documents to safeguard your business.
  • Partnership & Joint Venture Agreements
    Creating partnership and JV agreements that outline rights, responsibilities, and dispute resolution mechanisms.
  • Distribution & Shareholder Agreements
    Drafting distribution and shareholder agreements to protect your business relationships and ensure smooth operations.
  • Corporate Policies & Commercial Leases
    Tailoring corporate policies and negotiating commercial lease agreements that align with your business objectives.
  • Software Licensing & SaaS Agreements
    Providing legal frameworks for software licensing, including Software as a Service (SaaS) agreements.
  • Agency & Settlement Agreements
    Structuring agency agreements and resolving disputes through carefully crafted settlement agreements.
  • Term Sheet Drafting
    Assisting with the drafting of term sheets for financing arrangements.
  • Due Diligence & Finance Document Vetting
    Conducting thorough due diligence and reviewing finance-related documents to protect your business interests.
  • Shareholder Protection Agreements
    Creating agreements that safeguard shareholders’ rights and protect your business from potential disputes.
  • Website Terms & Conditions
    Drafting clear, enforceable terms of service for your website, protecting both your business and your users.
  • Return Policy Creation
    Developing transparent, consumer-friendly return and refund policies that comply with South African consumer protection laws.
  • Consumer Law Compliance Guidance
    Advising on how to comply with consumer protection regulations, preventing disputes and minimizing legal risks.
  • Labour Policy Creation
    Drafting and implementing effective labour policies tailored to your business needs and legal obligations.
  • Employment & Independent Contractor Contracts
    Drafting clear, legally sound employment contracts and independent contractor agreements.
  • Separation Agreements & Employee Policy Training
    Offering guidance on employee separation agreements and providing training on workplace policies and legal compliance.

      Business Licences

  • Trading Licences
    Some municipalities (e.g. Johannesburg, Tshwane) require a trading licence to legally operate certain types of businesses. We assist with preparing and submitting the required documentation to obtain your trading licence quickly and correctly.

  • Short-Term Rental Licensing
    Cities like Cape Town and Johannesburg are tightening regulations on AirBnBs. We assist property owners and hosts with the necessary land use permissions, business licences, and municipal compliance requirements.

      Sector-Specific Licences

  • Liquor Licences
    We assist with obtaining liquor licences for restaurants, bars, clubs, bottle stores, and events — including on-consumption, off-consumption, and special event licences. We also handle licence transfers, objections, and renewals.

  • Cannabis Club Compliance
    With cannabis law evolving, we provide guidance to cannabis clubs and small-scale cultivators on how to operate within current legal frameworks. We help draft club rules, disclaimers, and compliance documents.

  • Food Business Licensing / Health & Safety Certificates (COA)
    A Certificate of Acceptability (COA) is required for any business that prepares or sells food. We help restaurants, caterers, food trucks and vendors comply with health regulations and pass inspections.

  • Transport Operator Licences
    We guide Uber, Bolt, and metered taxi drivers through the Provincial Regulatory Entity (PRE) process to obtain or renew operating licences. This includes route declarations, traffic clearances, and supporting documentation.

Regulatory Approvals

  • Zoning & Land Use Applications
    We assist property owners and business tenants with obtaining the correct land use rights for their business. This includes rezoning, consent use, and departure applications — often required before a liquor licence can be granted.
  • Import & Export Permits
    We help businesses obtain SARS customs codes and ITAC permits required for legal import and export of goods. Ideal for e-commerce sellers, manufacturers, and logistics companies looking to trade across borders.
  • Event Permits & Noise Exemptions
    Planning a public event? We help secure event permits from the relevant authorities and apply for noise exemptions if the event exceeds regulated sound levels. Ideal for festivals, parties, concerts, and venue operators.
  • Film Permits
    We help production companies, content creators, and wedding videographers obtain film permits from municipalities and location authorities, ensuring compliance with bylaws and avoiding legal complications.
  • Regulatory Guidance & Filings
    Helping your business stay compliant with industry-specific regulations, and handling all necessary filings.
  • Impact Analysis of New Regulations
    Conducting thorough analyses of new laws and regulations to determine how they may impact your business operations.
  • Liaising with Regulators, Including in Cryptocurrency
    Representing your interests in communications with regulators, including those overseeing emerging industries such as cryptocurrency.
  • Business Structure Advice & Registration
    Helping you choose the right business structure—whether it’s a (Pty) Ltd, partnership, or another option—and and ensuring it’s properly registered.

  • CIPC Filings
    Handling all necessary filings with the  Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC).

  • Custom MOI & Shareholder Agreements
    Drafting Memoranda of Incorporation (MOI) and creating bespoke shareholder agreements to protect your business interests.

  • Privacy Policy Drafting
    Clear, tailored privacy policies that align with POPIA and international best practices.

  • POPIA Compliance Guidance
    Practical, step-by-step support to ensure your business is POPIA-compliant.

  • Contractual Data Protections
    Inclusion of data protection clauses in service contracts, employee agreements, and supplier terms.

  • Website & App Compliance Audits
    Ensuring your digital platforms meet privacy and cookie consent requirements.

  • Data Breach Response Plans
    Helping you prepare legally sound protocols in case of a data breach.

  • Employee Data Handling Policies
    Creating internal policies for staff on collecting, using, and storing client data.

  • Third-Party Vendor Assessments
    Reviewing data-sharing agreements with service providers and platforms to reduce your liability.

  • Legal Research
    Conducting comprehensive legal research to inform strategic decisions and ensure your business stays ahead of the curve.
  • Regulator Engagement
    Engaging directly with regulatory bodies to ensure your business remains compliant and in good standing.

We support businesses with the essential documentation, governance and statutory compliance needed to stay on the right side of the law — efficiently and professionally.

Core Services:

  • Director Appointment Resolutions
    Drafting formal resolutions to appoint new directors in compliance with the Companies Act and company MOI.
  • Director Removal Resolutions
    Preparing the required resolutions and notices for lawful removal of directors, ensuring procedural compliance.
  • Shareholder Resolutions
    Providing special and ordinary resolutions for shareholder decisions on key company matters.
  • Annual General Meeting (AGM) Documents
    Compiling notices, agendas, and minutes for AGMs to meet corporate governance and regulatory standards.
  • CIPC Filing & Compliance Support
    Assisting with all Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC) submissions and updates, including annual returns.

Additional Services:

  • Memorandum of Incorporation (MOI) Amendments
    Drafting and filing changes to your company’s MOI to reflect governance updates or shareholder agreements.
  • Company Name Changes
    Managing the full process of legally changing your company’s registered name through CIPC.
  • Share Transfers & Share Certificates
    Preparing share transfer forms, resolutions, and updated share certificates for accurate shareholder records.
  • Beneficial Ownership Register Maintenance
    Ensuring your Beneficial Ownership Register is maintained and submitted in line with new regulatory requirements.
  • Company Deregistration or Reinstatement
    Assisting with deregistering dormant companies or reinstating companies removed from the CIPC register.
  • Corporate Records & Statutory Register Maintenance
    Keeping your company’s statutory registers, records, and minute books accurate and up to date.
  • Company Conversion (e.g. CC to Pty Ltd)
    Handling legal and administrative steps to convert your entity structure, including filings and resolutions.
  • Registered Office & Address Changes
    Preparing and submitting relevant resolutions and forms for changes to your business’s registered address.

OUR PRICING STRATEGIES

Fixed Price

You get the price for each service upfront, making it simple to plan your expenses and stay within your budget. No hidden costs or surprises.

You only pay for the legal services you use, when you need them – no need to commit to anything long-term.

Partner with us as an extension of your team.

Pick a retainer plan that gives you a fixed number of hours each month at a discounted rate, offering you expert legal support without the high fees of full-time lawyers or traditional law firms.

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