'Trial advocacy' success story: Maryna Strydom

Monday, July 14, 2025, 1:41

Maryna Strydom attended the LPC-accredited Advanced trial advocacy course in May 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 intestate succession in South Africa

Thursday, July 10, 2025, 8:27

When a loved one passes away, their assets must be transferred to the next generation.  If the deceased left a valid will, this distribution is straightforward: the executor follows the instructions in the will.  But what happens if no valid will exists?  In that case, the estate is distributed according to the rules of intestate succession contained in South African statute law.  These rules may surprise many families, and sometimes leave vulnerable dependents without the support the deceased intended.  This article unpacks what intestate succession is, why it exists, how the rules work, a

How to do a handover at work: what you need to know about leadership succession

Tuesday, July 8, 2025, 7:35

Long-term organisational success requires more than maintaining business continuity and market share, fostering sustainable growth and ensuring organisational stability.  It calls for effective leadership at all levels, more specifically at the CEO level.  The current and future success of organisations depends heavily on having the right leaders in the right positions at the right time.

How to manage your brand online as a young legal professional

Tuesday, July 1, 2025, 3:36

In today's digital-first world, how you present yourself online matters – especially in a profession as reputation-sensitive as law.  For LLB students, graduates, candidate attorneys, and recently admitted attorneys, building and maintaining a credible online brand can open doors, build trust, and differentiate you from the crowd.

This blog explores practical ways to manage your online presence as a young legal professional in South Africa.

 

GLR PVT School success story: Claudia Zu Bentheim

Tuesday, July 1, 2025, 10:26

Claudia Zu Bentheim completed the coursework for the LPC-accredited 400-hour GLR PVT School. 

Spectacular time management skills and dedication earned her recognition as a top achiever at the Gawie le Roux Institute of Law's PVT Awards Ceremony in June 2025.

 

About Claudia

"I am currently a jack of all trades at a steel merchant in Johannesburg while looking to secure articles and preparing for the upcoming competency-based exams."

 

How to use AI professionally as a legal practitioner

Tuesday, July 1, 2025, 8:03

As the legal profession enters the era of generative artificial intelligence (AI), legal professionals must understand both the opportunities and the risks associated with this transformative technology.

This article explores how AI can enhance legal operations and outlines the ethical and practical considerations necessary for its responsible use.  The first aspect to consider is legal operations, and the second aspect is legal risks and how to mitigate them.

 

The law on injury on duty in South Africa

Thursday, June 26, 2025, 7:31

South Africa's vibrant economy is driven by millions of employees who spend a third of their lives at work.  When an accident or occupational disease disrupts working life, the question everyone asks is: "Am I protected, and who pays?".  The answer lies in a detailed statutory framework that governs every injury on duty (IOD).  Understanding that framework is essential for employers, employees, and legal practitioners who advise them.

 

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