Property and real estate
Introduction
South Africa is one of the fastest developing countries in Africa. One consequence of this growth is an extraordinary increase in the number of property related transactions.
All land and ownership of land in South Africa is recorded or registered by a Registrar of Deeds in terms of the Deeds Registries Act. In most cases, this ensures certain title to land. It is widely accepted that our system of registration is one of the best in the world.
Only admitted conveyancers, and to a lesser degree, notaries public, may prepare and lodge documents for registration by the Registrar of Deeds. Due to the complex nature of the legislation and the myriad possible property related transactions and required registrations, only a firm with a large and diverse property and real estate practice can provide an all encompassing service to clients, as knowledge of many aspects of law is required.
How we can help you
Our large property and real estate practice has extensive experience and intellectual capital which gives us the depth and breadth to deal with all kinds of property transactions. The team has a thorough understanding of the legislation governing immovable property and all related legal disciplines.
Continuous development of legal expertise and upgrading of systems and operating procedures made us market leaders equipped to assist a wide range of clients, from multi-nationals to small local companies and individuals.
Being part of Eversheds International means we can offer clients co-ordinated legal expertise globally.
Due to the complex nature of property related transactions, participants in this arena may easily feel overwhelmed. You need a law firm that can demystify the process and take charge thereof in an organised and efficient manner, thereby assisting in the diverse and intricate matters surrounding your property transaction.
Our transaction value in the last year was ZAR277 billion. It is therefore clear that we have the capacity and resources to handle whatever comes our way.
