Melanie David Inc.

14/10/2026

Love my children … Love what I do 🩵

10/10/2026

Check in with your friends and family🩵

07/10/2026

Deceased Estate and Property Specialists.

06/10/2026

Such a privilege to be a part of this special couple’s wedding planning. Doing the important stuff together 💞💞👰‍♀️🤵

24/09/2026

24/09/2026

Happy Heritage Day South Africa 🇿🇦

26/08/2026

Does the Consumer Protection Act Protect Every Tenant?

Paying rent under a residential lease does not automatically make you a consumer under the Consumer Protection Act. A recent Supreme Court of Appeal decision shows that the real question is whether the landlord is letting property in the ordinary course of business. That said, even where the CPA does not apply and a lease is validly cancelled, a landlord cannot simply tell a tenant to leave without following the correct eviction process.

Read more: https://melaniedavidinc.co.za/2026/07/28/does-the-consumer-protection-act-protect-every-tenant/

21/08/2026

Losing a loved one is never easy. Navigating the legal process that follows shouldn't add to the burden.

At Melanie David Inc., we provide compassionate and professional assistance with the administration of deceased estates, ensuring the process is handled efficiently and in accordance with South African law.

Our Administration of Estates services include:
✔ Reporting deceased estates
✔ Assisting appointed executors throughout the administration process
✔ Preparing and lodging the required legal documentation
✔ Liaising with the Master of the High Court and relevant institutions
✔ Assisting with the transfer of assets to beneficiaries
✔ Guiding families through each stage of the estate administration process

Whether you've been appointed as an executor or need guidance after the loss of a loved one, our experienced team is here to provide trusted legal support every step of the way.

Contact Melanie David Inc. today to discuss how we can assist you.

https://melaniedavidinc.co.za/practice-areas/administration-of-estates/