The role of curators in South Africa

Tuesday, November 5, 2024, 8:31

Curators play a crucial role in the legal system of South Africa.  They provide essential support by ensuring the protection and management of the estates and affairs of individuals who are unable to manage their own affairs.  This may be due to various reasons, such as mental illness, physical disabilities, or being a minor.  The process of appointing curators is a legal process aimed at safeguarding the financial and personal aspects of the incapacitated person's life.

 

'Course in notarial practice' success story: Chanté Marais

Friday, November 1, 2024, 9:56

 

"I am currently a final year candidate attorney at Wessels & Vorster Inc, a small dynamic firm specialising in civil and criminal litigation as well as estates and debt collection.  I am awaiting my admission date from Court Online.  My application for admission as an attorney and notary was recently issued."
 

The notarial practice exam: your questions answered

Tuesday, October 29, 2024, 9:10

We've answered some frequently asked questions about the Legal Practice Council's (LPC) notarial exam.

 

Do I need to register to write the notarial exam?

You need to register on the LPC's website here.  The website will ask you to select your province, and you will be redirected to the registration form.

 

Are there deadlines for registration?

'Course in notarial practice' success story: Fatima Haffajee

Monday, October 28, 2024, 2:59

 

Fatima Haffajee obtained the highest mark nationally for the notarial exam during the September 2024 sitting.  She is a practicing attorney and conveyancer at Bodasing & Co. where she also completed her practical vocational training contract.

 

Background

"I am an alumna of the University of Kwazulu-Natal Howard College.  I hold a Bachelor of Laws degree (LLB) cum laude."

 

On the road to admission: Zanele Leon

Thursday, October 24, 2024, 8:45

 

Zanele Leon passed her final board exam paper during the second sitting this year.

 

About Zanele

"I am currently a legal and administrative assistant at PHG Group (Pty) Ltd."

 

Background

"I hold an LLB from the University of Johannesburg.  I have also passed the South African Rugby Union (SARU) Accreditation for rugby agents."

 

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