'Trial advocacy' success story: Tshepo Mpshe

Tuesday, November 26, 2024, 9:20

Tshepo Mpshe attended the LPC-accredited Advanced trial advocacy course.

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)).

 

About Tshepo

"I am a Director/Attorney at TT MPSHE ATTORNEYS INC for six months to date."

 

'Trial advocacy' success story: Yolande Schoültz

Monday, November 25, 2024, 10:40

Yolande Schoültz attended the LPC-accredited Advanced trial advocacy course.

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: Bronwyn Naidoo

Wednesday, November 20, 2024, 1:16

Bronwyn Naidoo attended the LPC-accredited Advanced trial advocacy course and used her competency certificate to convert from attorney to advocate.

 

About Bronwyn

"My job title is Director: Legislative Development and Legal Support.  I have been with the Department of Water and Sanitation since 2014, in various roles and capacities, but only three years in my current role."

 

The purpose of maintenance court in South Africa

Tuesday, November 19, 2024, 8:25

Maintenance court plays a critical role in upholding the rights and welfare of children and dependants in South Africa.  They ensure that individuals receive the financial support they are entitled to.  The maintenance system is designed to address the needs of those who cannot support themselves.  These include children, spouses and other dependants.

 

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."
 

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