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85 Years of Award-Winning Service

By acting on a cutting-edge level of professionalism, VDT Attorneys Inc. strives to deliver exceptional service, consistently. Our clients form the core of our service-delivery principles because without them, we cannot reach our fullest potential in the legal field. It is with the loyalty of our clients, the dedication of our team and the guidance of the directors that we have been awarded several accolades.

We have been honoured with the following awards for our services:

  • Attorneys Fidelity Fund award in recognition of exceptional interest contribution (2003, 2010, 2012-2015)
  • Tinus Strydom Property Group & Attorney of the Year Merit Award (2004, 2006 & 2007)
  • Investec Corporate Cash Manager certificate of achievement award
  • Nedbank certificate of achievement award

Since our inception 85 years ago, we have broadened our service offering across the following fields:

  1. Litigation & Dispute Resolution: Our professionals effectively pursue litigation across all areas of the law with persistence and professionalism.
  2. Corporate & Commercial Contracting: Our professionals draw on the extensive centralised group database to contribute to speed, quality and efficiency to give clients tailored agreements.
  3. Property & Conveyancing: The continuing legislative change affects matters in respect of property, and as such, specialist property service support and conveyancing is required from our professionals.
  4. Correspondent conveyancing: This involves a strong focus on rendering professional and exclusive services and support relating to all property law and conveyancing matters to correspondent attorney firms.
  5. Estate planning & administration: Vital in securing the future wellbeing of a family, proper execution enables financial security to dependents after death.
  6. B-BBEE Advisory: Recognising the importance of encompassing BEE support and advice, we work closely with BEE advisory specialists.

We also foster a cooperative environment, with departments and individuals who support each other to provide the best possible solutions to our clients’ problems and needs.

June 29, 2018
Customary and Civil marriages are equal, says Constitutional Court

Customary and Civil marriages are equal, says Constitutional Court

by | Apr 28, 2026 | , , , ,

The Constitutional Court has recently delivered a significant judgment reaffirming that customary marriages and civil marriages hold equal legal status. Importantly, the Court clarified the implications and validity of antenuptial contracts within the context of customary marriages.

CSOS or Court? The choice is yours

CSOS or Court? The choice is yours

by | Apr 28, 2026 | , , ,

The recent judgment in Parch Properties 72 (Pty) Ltd v Summervale Lifestyle Estate Owner’s Association and Others 2026 (1) SA 449 (SCA) (17 October 2025) has brought welcome clarity to the long‑standing question of whether the Community Schemes Ombud Service Act 9 of 2011 (CSOS Act) limits the jurisdiction of the High Court.

Hurt feelings ≠ Constructive dismissal

Hurt feelings ≠ Constructive dismissal

by | Apr 22, 2026 | , ,

Constructive dismissal was incorporated into South African labour law in the 1980s and later codified in the Labour Relations Act 66 of 1995 (“LRA”). In terms of section 186(1)(e) of the LRA, an employee may resign, whether with or without notice, and claim unfair dismissal on the basis that their continued employment had become intolerable. Although the concept can be difficult to apply in practice, the Constitutional Court has clarified its meaning and reaffirmed its role within our law.

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