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In today's digital age, the lines between freedom of speech and defamation have become blurred. With the ease of sharing information, it is crucial to understand what constitutes defamation of character, its implications, and the legal consequences it carries. Let’s navigate the fine line between expressing opinions and damaging someone's reputation.
Debt collection is vital to the operation of any business. It is the method of seeking payment of debts owed by businesses or individuals (debtors) when they default on their repayments.
Although debt collection is such an important aspect of business, not many people know what the process of debt collection is in South Africa. The discussion below is an attempt to give you a better understanding of this vital process.
It is no secret that the legal field is over-saturated. This is why it is so important for attorneys to ensure that they stand out from the crowd.
It is imperative that an attorney equips herself/himself with certain skills to build a reputation as formidable in her/his field.
These skills, however basic, will serve an attorney well over the duration of their career. These skills will contribute to a successful career as an attorney but are also transferable to other professions.
There are 9 essential skills an attorney should possess to thrive:
Are you a law student or graduate anxious about finding a job? The key to standing out from the competing applicants, when applying for a law firm position, is to be intentional, prepared, and equipped. In most cases, your CV determines a recruiter’s first impression of you and has the power to make or break your chances of landing an interview. To get noticed by the law firm of your choice, and improve your chances of getting a job, consider the following when creating your CV and/or cover letter.
In an increasingly interconnected world, legal systems no longer operate in isolation. Countries engage with one another through trade, diplomacy, human rights agreements, environmental commitments, and international organisations. At the centre of these interactions is public international law, a body of legal principles and rules that governs relationships between states and other international actors.
"I'm a Candidate Attorney at Kruger Attorneys, bringing 25 years of legal experience across all fields of law. I'm an alumnus of the University of South Africa (UNISA), and earned my Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree in August 2025 with seven distinctions.
With a deep commitment to academic writing and the development of law in South Africa, I specialise in commercial law, contract law, and development law.
South Africa has long been a destination for individuals seeking employment opportunities, education, business prospects, family reunification, and refuge. As people move across borders for various reasons, a clear legal framework is required to regulate entry, residence, and departure from the country. This is where immigration law plays a critical role.
"I am a Conveyancing Secretary at Seymore du Toit and Basson Attorneys. My role involves managing property transfers from instruction to registration, communicating with clients, estate agents and financial institutions, preparing documentation, and ensuring that every transfer progresses smoothly.
I work in a fast-paced environment that requires attention to detail and strong organisational skills. I’ve been with my firm for over a year, and every day continues to teach me something new.
"I joined Dye & Durham in May 2026 as a Product Owner working within its LegalTech environment. My role brings together product delivery and business-as-usual support for conveyancing applications used by legal and property professionals. I help analyse issues, clarify requirements, coordinate stakeholders, and guide product changes from investigation through testing and release. It is a role where my technology background and conveyancing knowledge meet in a very practical way.
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