Divorce
Professional Legal Services In Cape Town & Gauteng
Being one of the best known specialist family law firms in Gauteng, we handle South African divorces, whether simple unopposed ones or high value, complex and multifaceted divorces.
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Burnett Attorneys & Notaries is a boutique law firm
How we assist with Divorce
Our hourly rates are comparably lower than those in most other Gauteng based firms, making it potentially a more economic option over the long term if you want your case handled throughout by an attorney with genuine practical family law experience.
Appointments can usually be arranged quickly by telephone or by completing our online request form on this page. Initial telephone consultations can be arranged where it is not possible or convenient to come to our office for a meeting, for example if you live abroad.
We understand that divorce and separation are sensitive issues We try to handle them in a sympathetic, civilised and positive manner and by advising clearly while at the same time acting firmly and decisively to resolve them, if possible by agreement but, if that is not possible, by obtaining the appropriate remedy through the courts. You may expect a tailormade solution for your specific matter.
What sets us apart
We are unlike most other law firms.
Our individuality is what sets us apart and makes us strong. Bound by our commitment to divorce and family law, we are able to provide a tailormade, multifaceted approach to even the most complicated of divorces.
Our Service Offering
What We Do
When it comes to Family Law, we at Burnett Attorneys understand how sensitive these matters can be. For this reason, we strive to ensure that every step of the process is handled as compassionately as possible.
From navigating aspects surrounding the family to setting up the perfect prenup in a relaxed environment to dealing with the fallout if things don’t work out as planned, our team will guide you giving you sound legal advice and protecting your interests.
Our focus area includes, but is not limited to, the following:
- Pre and Post-Nuptial Agreements
- Divorce: Contested and uncontested divorces, including foreign marriages
- Child Custody Matters: Parent plans, custody issues, relocations
- Child Support: Including amendments to maintenance orders
- Child Visitation: Including visitation and custody agreements
- Spousal Support & Maintenance: Including those from deceased estates
- Paternity: Any issues surrounding paternity and rights of unmarried fathers
- Adoptions: Both in-country and international
- Child Courts: Assisting with any proceedings in the Child Courts
- Issues Surrounding Surrogacy
- Domestic Violence
- Protection Orders
We strive to assist you in any aspects regarding legislation pertaining to transactions between you and your business associates, whether you are the buyer or seller. We also deal with legislation surrounding merchants changing their services and goods.
Our primary focus is on one of the tenants of the Intellectual Property Law, namely trademarks. We can aid you in this regard by:
- Giving advice on which marks may be registrable
- Carrying out searches prior to registration to ensure that there are no marks or similar marks already registered.
- We can offer advice and help plan strategies for the different actions necessary in certain countries.
- Complete and file applications with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commissions
- Correspond on your behalf with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commissions
- Help with any infringements
- Watch for marks that might conflict with yours
- Offer any other advice you may need regarding your marks
We are here to help you with any legal dispute you wish to bring before a Magistrate, Regional, or High Court. For example, if a grievance or dispute between yourself and others has become large enough to inspire you or the other party to take legal action. Or you feel you need to seek relief from said courts to enforce a right to which you are entitled.
A criminal offense can have drastic and long-lasting effects on your life. If you land up with a conviction, you could lose your job, go to jail, or both. You could also lose other amenities which you are accustomed to having in your life. For this reason, if you find yourself facing criminal charges, you should ensure that you seek experienced legal representation to help mitigate any fallout that might occur.
Our Burnett Attorneys team can provide you with knowledge and experience in this instance, making ourselves available at short notice to help protect your rights whether you have been arrested, charged with an offense, or are being investigated.
Our focus area includes, but is not limited to, the following:
- Drunk driving charges
- Drug-related offences
- Criminal Litigation
- Bail applications
- Assault charges
- Criminal record expungment
- SAPS clearance records
- Sentence and plea agreements
Suppose you find yourself in a situation where you have experienced an injury to your mind, emotional state, or body resulting from someone else’s negligence. In that case, we are here to help you through this challenging process. We feel so strongly about these cases that we have a no-win-no-charge policy, which means we will only charge you for the case if we win.
Several instances might call for a Personal Injury claim, and these include but are not limited to the following:
- Accidents that occur in a public space such as a restaurant: Slipping, falling, or tripping
- Animal attacks
- Medical malpractice
- Medical negligence
- Train accidents: Including falling or being pushed out of a train
- Being assaulted by a security or police officer
- Becoming ill after consuming a purchased product
Types of claims include:
- General damages
- Future loss of income
- Past loss of income
- Future and past medical expenses
- Future and past hospital expenses
What we stand for
Our Core Values
Professional & Trustworthy
We believe clients deserve clear, truthful guidance at every step. Our commitment is to provide advice that is transparent, unbiased, and rooted in your best interests, every time.
No generic solutions
Every client’s situation is unique. That’s why we take the time to understand your specific circumstances and craft legal strategies designed exclusively for your needs.
Uncompromising Excellence
We are unwavering in our commitment to uphold the highest standards of ethical conduct and professionalism. Our clients can rely on us to handle every matter with honesty, transparency, and respect.
