Practice areas · Litigation and legal costs
In a dispute? Get a clear view of your court options
We assist with court matters in the High Courts, Regional Courts and Magistrate’s Courts. Retha Verster has right of appearance in the High Court.
Suite 6A, Monpark Building, Monument Park · Court rules set time limits, so do not wait
Who this is for
When a matter may head for court
Whether you are bringing a claim or answering one, start by knowing your position.
You have been served with papers.
Time limits may already be running.
You want to start a claim.
You need pleadings prepared for a summons.
You need an order from a court.
You want to know whether to apply on notice or without notice.
You need a legal opinion.
You want a researched view before you decide.
How we can help
Litigation services
- Summonses. Preparing the document that starts a court action.
- Pleadings. Drafting the written statements each side files in a case.
- Opposed applications. Applications where the other side contests the order sought.
- Unopposed applications. Applications where no one opposes the order sought.
- Ex parte applications. Applications brought without notice to the other side.
- Legal research and legal opinions. Researched written advice on a legal question.
- General legal advice. Guidance on your options, including whether court is the right route.
Right of appearance
Retha Verster has been an admitted attorney since 1999 and has right of appearance in the High Court. That lets the firm appear for you in that court.
How it works
How a litigation matter begins
- 1
Tell us briefly.
A short outline by form or phone is enough, and please keep papers back for now.
- 2
Assessment and fee.
We look at the issues and confirm the fee before work starts.
- 3
Act on a plan.
We take the steps you instruct and report back as the matter moves.
Straight answers
Honest about court
Litigation is uncertain, and caution is part of good advice.
We do not promise that a court will rule for you. We give you a candid view of your position and the likely steps, and we will say so if settlement or another route looks wiser than a trial.
Enquire
Ask about a court matter
Send a few details and our office will contact you to discuss it.
Questions
Litigation questions
What does it cost?
We quote per matter after we understand it, and confirm the fee before work begins.
I have just been served. What now?
Contact us quickly, because court rules set time limits that run from service.
What should I bring?
The papers served, any related agreements and a summary of events in order.
How long will the case take?
It depends on the court and the other side, and we will give you a realistic view.
Do not let the deadlines decide.
Tell us about the dispute and learn your options.