Your trusted legal partner in property & litigation.
Expert legal solutions, built on trust and excellence.
We believe in providing efficient, reliable & excellent service.
Swanepoel van Zyl Incorporated has its origins at the beginning of 2015 with the establishment of the firm for the purpose of assisting of various property specialists to negotiate the intricacies of property transfers and related matters. Since this time the firm has gone from strength to strength and now has burgeoning litigation and property law departments with offices in two different suburbs of Johannesburg.
Our Practice Areas

Conveyancing, Property Law, Environmental Law and Foreclosures
The Conveyancing Department handles all aspects relating to property and property law in South Africa.

Construction Law
We have extensive experience pertaining to the interpretation, and resolution of disputes arising from most construction agreements.

Family Law
Our specialists can assist with the very sensitive issues of Family Law and the settling of disputes.

Commercial and Corporate Services and Drafting of Contracts
Services include the drafting and settling of a wide range of commercial contracts as well as the implications of commercial transactions.

High Court and Magistrates’ Court Litigation, Arbitration and Dispute Resolution
We specialise in High Court and Magistrate’s Court litigation. With Jurisdiction in the High Court in Johannesburg as well as the Johannesburg, Randburg, Roodepoort and Krugersdorp Magistrates’ Courts.

Estate Planning, Wills, Trusts and The Administration of Estates
Our offices are experienced in the formation of trusts and planning of estates, the drafting of wills, and the administration of deceased estates both solvent and insolvent.

Body Corporate, Homeowners Associations and Rental Collections
Our offices have substantial experience in the collection of arrear levies, rental, and related charges, and can assist body corporates, homeowners associations, and landowners.

Insurance Law
We offer a variety of services in insurance law, with particular experience in defending actions instituted on behalf of and against insurers.
At Swanepoel van Zyl Attorneys, we set a new standard in legal excellence. With a strong foundation in property law and litigation, our dedicated team delivers efficient, reliable, and client-focused solutions. Whether you’re navigating complex property transfers or seeking expert legal representation, we’re here to guide you every step of the way.
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