GLR PVT School success story: Theshaya Naidoo

Tuesday, January 6, 2026, 10:01

 

About Theshaya

"I am a PhD (Law) candidate at the University of KwaZulu-Natal, where my research looks at the ethical and legal implications of neurotechnology in the South African criminal justice system.  I hold an LLM in medical law, an LLB (cum laude), and a Bachelor of Social Science (cum laude) in law, criminology, and forensic sciences. 

I am currently seeking articles for 2026/2027, and I am most interested in corporate and commercial law, medical law, and TMT." 

 

'Trial advocacy' success story: Jesse van Heerden

Monday, December 8, 2025, 8:44

Jesse van Heerden attended the LPC-accredited Advanced trial advocacy course in November 2025.

Candidates who demonstrate their competence during this course receive a certificate enabling them to apply to the Legal Practice Council (LPC) for the -

  • right of appearance in the High Court (s 25(3)); or
  • conversion from attorney to advocate (s 32(1)(a)).

 

'Trial advocacy' success story: Kirstin Eloff

Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 11:56

Kirstin Eloff attended the LPC-accredited Advanced trial advocacy course in November 2025.

Candidates who demonstrate their competence during this course receive a certificate enabling them to apply to the Legal Practice Council (LPC) for the -

  • right of appearance in the High Court (s 25(3)); or
  • conversion from attorney to advocate (s 32(1)(a)).

 

Understanding beetle certificates in South Africa

Tuesday, November 25, 2025, 7:04

If you are buying or selling a coastal property in South Africa, you will almost certainly hear the term “beetle certificate” during the transfer process.  It can feel like one more item on a long compliance checklist, yet this small document often saves buyers and sellers from expensive surprises.

This guide explains what a beetle certificate is, why it exists, whether the law requires it, how the inspection works, and overall, how it is involved in a property transaction.

 

Understanding surrogacy law in South Africa

Monday, November 24, 2025, 7:21

Surrogacy offers a lifeline to couples and single intended parents who cannot carry a pregnancy themselves, whether for medical, genetic, or social reasons.  South Africa is often praised for having one of the most progressive legal frameworks on the African continent, yet the process remains highly regulated and, at times, misunderstood.  This blog unpacks what surrogacy is, how surrogacy law in South Africa works, and the practical steps prospective parents must follow to build a family through this route.

 

Digital trophy case: Introducing our top law school students

Friday, November 21, 2025, 8:59

We recently hosted our GLR PVT School Award Ceremony to celebrate the success of aspiring legal practitioners who excelled in the 150-hour practical vocational training programme from July to October 2025.

The top 9 students achieved excellent marks and walked away with Gawie le Roux vouchers.

Here are some of the top achievers.

 

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