Herold Gie

Herold Gie Full-service law firm based in Cape Town, Bellville and Kenilworth. With 130 years of knowledge.

Founded in 1894 in the heart of Cape Town, Herold Gie is a leading full-service law firm operating from three branches conveniently situated in Cape Town, Bellville and Kenilworth. As one of South Africa’s oldest and most established law firms, our continued success is distinguished by an ability to draw on a broad skill base in order to deliver exceptional legal services to our clients. The firm

comprises several specialised business units covering various areas of law. These expert teams combine skills, talent and experience to ensure a flexible, hands-on approach for our clients. Through the years, we have earned and maintained a position at the forefront of the legal profession through our unique combination of professionalism with cutting-edge technology. Herold Gie offers a wealth of experience and has a solid reputation for excellent service. We specialise in all aspects of law: corporate and commercial, employment and public, family and matrimonial, insolvency and business rescue, insurance, litigation and dispute resolution, personal injury, pension and financial services, property, and wills, trusts and estates. Contact us today and let our experienced legal professionals assist you:
[email protected] / +27 (0)21 464 4700

Last Friday, our team joined fellow practitioners for an insightful morning at the CTAA Deceased Estates Breakfast. The ...
01/06/2026

Last Friday, our team joined fellow practitioners for an insightful morning at the CTAA Deceased Estates Breakfast.

The HG team was represented by Loraine Strydom, Karel Kogler, and Zahra Ally for valuable discussions on the latest legal updates in deceased estates practice, along with progress and feedback reports directly from the Master’s Office.

Thank you to the CTAA for organizing this event.

Herold Gie Candidate Attorneys | Practical Vocational Program Discover why Anelisa Zungu selected Herold Gie Attorneys f...
29/05/2026

Herold Gie Candidate Attorneys | Practical Vocational Program

Discover why Anelisa Zungu selected Herold Gie Attorneys for her articles, explore her journey and the valuable experience she’s acquired.

Interested in joining our 2028 Candidate Attorney program? Visit our careers page for details to apply: https://bit.ly/49wW01r

Here’s to the team behind the numbers!Our End-of-Financial Year lunch was a chance to celebrate and thank the incredible...
27/05/2026

Here’s to the team behind the numbers!

Our End-of-Financial Year lunch was a chance to celebrate and thank the incredible Accounts Department and everyone who keeps the wheels turning quietly, efficiently, and consistently throughout the year.

We appreciate the effort you put in and your hard work, dedication, and attention to detail never go unnoticed. Here’s to another successful year together!

Read our latest Admin Law article written by Associate Charlise Finch and Director Shekesh Sirkar. In a significant judg...
25/05/2026

Read our latest Admin Law article written by Associate Charlise Finch and Director Shekesh Sirkar.

In a significant judgment delivered by the Western Cape Division of the High Court on 26 November 2025, the Court in The Construction Company (Pty) Ltd v City of Cape Town and Others , confirmed that an organ of state may decline to award a tender, where contracting with the bidder would expose the institution to reputational risk.

Read more about the article here: https://bit.ly/4uv6jxL

Herold Gie Candidate Attorneys | Practical Vocational Program Discover why Wilmien van Biljon selected Herold Gie Attorn...
22/05/2026

Herold Gie Candidate Attorneys | Practical Vocational Program

Discover why Wilmien van Biljon selected Herold Gie Attorneys for her articles, explore her journey and the valuable experience she’s acquired.

Interested in joining our 2028 Candidate Attorney program? Visit our careers page for details to apply: https://bit.ly/49wW01r

20/05/2026

Yesterday, we spent the day with us at the Law Expo! Our Candidate Attorneys, joined by one of our Associates, returned as alum to recruit on their former playground.

From first year law students to final years, it was a pleasure to see familiar faces and engage with the legal sphere at UCT. Thank you so much for having us.

Yesterday, we spent the day with us at the University of Cape Town Career Service Law Expo! Our Candidate Attorneys, jo...
20/05/2026

Yesterday, we spent the day with us at the University of Cape Town Career Service Law Expo! Our Candidate Attorneys, joined by one of our Associates, returned as Alum to recruit on their former playground.

From first year law students to final years, it was a pleasure to see familiar faces and engage with the legal sphere at UCT. Thank you so much for having us.

Herold Gie is proud to give back! We're thrilled to be part of the Pro Bono Help Desk at the Western Cape High Court, wo...
18/05/2026

Herold Gie is proud to give back! We're thrilled to be part of the Pro Bono Help Desk at the Western Cape High Court, working alongside Probono.org. to offer free legal assistance every Wednesday and Friday from 09h30 to 12h30 in Room 115 (between Courts 17 & 18).

Here's to access to legal advice when it matters!

“Studying law made it clear that legal knowledge is not abstract – it has real consequences for people’s homes, families...
15/05/2026

“Studying law made it clear that legal knowledge is not abstract – it has real consequences for people’s homes, families, dignity, and futures.” – Mathapelo Madiseng

Mathapelo holds an LLB degree from the University of Pretoria. During her undergraduate studies, she was appointed as an Ordinary Judge and later served as Chairperson of the Clerks’ Committee of the Constitutional Tribunal at the University of Pretoria.

She has also been an active Mentor in the Pay-It-Forward Programme under the Moshal Program Scholarship South Africa, contributing to initiatives that support disadvantaged schools and communities through improved access to education, opportunities, and essential resources.

Here's to the next hundred years of empowered women in law!

Read our latest Property Law article written by Candidate Attorney Wilmien van Biljon and Director Martin Vermeulen. Can...
13/05/2026

Read our latest Property Law article written by Candidate Attorney Wilmien van Biljon and Director Martin Vermeulen.

Can the previous registered owner of immovable property successfully rely on the Roman principle of fraus omnia vitiat, or “fraud unravels all”, which would entitle them to restitution of their property? This was the central legal question in a recent matter heard by high court.

The matter concerned an attorney who was struck from the roll of legal practitioners and the involvement of a trust with the attorney’s husband as the sole trustee thereof. The case illustrates familial fraud in everyday processes as well as the justice system’s strong reaction thereto.

Read more about the article here: https://bit.ly/4nnbCfE

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