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When an insurer repudiates a claim incorrectly, or without adequate legal grounding, the exposure doesn't end with the d...
04/09/2026

When an insurer repudiates a claim incorrectly, or without adequate legal grounding, the exposure doesn't end with the decision. It begins there.

An Ombudsman referral. A formal dispute. Litigation. And the original repudiation now under scrutiny. The insurers best placed to manage this environment are the ones who bring legal counsel in before the letter goes out — not after the summons arrives.

VZLR's Insurance Law team advises insurers on claim assessment, repudiation strategy, policy interpretation and dispute management.

Meet Louise Swart, Senior Associate in our Tax Law and Tax Litigation practice.Louise holds an LLB and an LLM in Insolve...
02/09/2026

Meet Louise Swart, Senior Associate in our Tax Law and Tax Litigation practice.

Louise holds an LLB and an LLM in Insolvency Law from the University of Pretoria, along with an MBA specialising in financial management for business rescues. Before joining VZLR, she spent years as a Specialist in Tax Court Litigation at SARS, later leading the legal team for SARS's Illicit Economy Unit — running forensic investigations and appearing in Tax Courts and the Full Bench of the High Court across the country.

That background means Louise brings something rare to a tax dispute: the perspective of having sat on both sides of the table. Clients get technical tax advisory support paired with genuine High Court litigation experience — a combination that matters when a dispute with SARS moves beyond correspondence and into court.

Banking & Financial Law, explained.Our Banking & Financial Law department acts on behalf of several banks, financial ins...
28/08/2026

Banking & Financial Law, explained.

Our Banking & Financial Law department acts on behalf of several banks, financial institutions and co-operatives, with litigation as the core focus. The work spans business and personal banking disputes, debt recovery on behalf of credit providers, foreclosures, fraud investigations, sequestrations and liquidations.

It's a department built around a straightforward mandate: protect our clients' financial interests, move matters through the courts efficiently, and get results. Over the years, that focus has been recognised with several industry accolades.

Swipe through for a breakdown of what the department covers.

"Have courage and be kind." — Daniela, ConveyancingA property transfer is rarely just a property transfer. It's a first ...
26/08/2026

"Have courage and be kind." — Daniela, Conveyancing

A property transfer is rarely just a property transfer. It's a first home, a downsizing after a loss, a sale forced by circumstances nobody planned for. The deeds and the deadlines are the visible part of the job. What's driving them usually isn't.

Courage, in this context, isn't about taking on the hard cases. It's about staying honest with a client when the news isn't what they hoped for, and doing it in a way that still leaves them feeling supported.

Kindness isn't the opposite of professionalism — it's what makes the professionalism land. A client who trusts the person handling their file communicates more openly, asks the questions that matter, and gets a better outcome for it. This month, we're looking at what happens when legal expertise and human understanding work together, not apart.

A verbal agreement can be just as binding as a written one — South African law recognises both.The difference is what ha...
19/08/2026

A verbal agreement can be just as binding as a written one — South African law recognises both.

The difference is what happens when something goes wrong. When the terms were never written down, disputes quickly become one person's word against another's. A well-drafted contract removes that uncertainty before it becomes a problem.

Our Corporate & Commercial Law team helps businesses put the right documentation in place from the outset: shareholders' agreements, supply and service agreements, governance frameworks, and more. Not because a handshake deal is worthless but because clarity upfront is worth more than a dispute later.

14/08/2026

This Women's Month, we are recognising the women across VZLR who show up for clients with rigour and resolve.

The women who lead our litigation matters in the High Court. Who structure commercial deals. Who sit across the table from clients on some of the hardest days of their lives and help them find a way through.

Representation in law isn't a talking point for us, it's who's doing the work. To every woman at VZLR, and to the women we are privileged to represent: thank you.

Buying a home? Here’s what actually happens after you sign. The Offer to Purchase is just the beginning. Between signing...
06/08/2026

Buying a home? Here’s what actually happens after you sign.

The Offer to Purchase is just the beginning. Between signing that document and receiving your keys, there’s a process involving banks, municipalities, the Deeds Office, and your conveyancing attorney. It can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to.

Swipe to see VZLR’s step-by-step breakdown of the home transfer process. Clear, simple, no jargon.

When you’re ready to buy or sell, our Conveyancing team is here to guide every step.

We Are Hiring! Position Title: RAF SecretaryDepartment: RAF DepartmentLocation: Pretoria – Head OfficeDate of advertisem...
30/07/2026

We Are Hiring!

Position Title: RAF Secretary
Department: RAF Department
Location: Pretoria – Head Office
Date of advertisement: 30 July 2026

VZLR Inc. is looking for an experienced and highly organized RAF Secretary to join our Road Accident Fund (RAF) Litigation Department. The successful candidate will provide dedicated secretarial and administrative support to our Attorneys, ensuring the efficient and accurate progression of a high volume of RAF litigation matters.
Requirements:
· At least five (5) years' experience working as an RAF Secretary.
· Hands-on experience in a Road Accident Fund (RAF) litigation environment, with a solid understanding of how RAF litigation matters are processed.
· Familiarity with High Court directives.
· Working knowledge of Court Online and CaseLines.
· Experience using legal practice management systems.
· Capable of handling a large caseload of litigation matters.
· Strong administrative skills and sound file management practices.
· High level of accuracy and close attention to detail.
· Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
· Able to work independently, balance competing priorities, and meet firm deadlines.
· Able to stay effective and composed in a fast-paced, high-pressure setting.
Responsibilities:
· Provide thorough secretarial and administrative support to Attorneys in the RAF Department.
· Carry out Attorneys' instructions accurately and within the set timeframes.
· Support the administration of RAF matters at every stage of litigation.
· Keep litigation files accurate and current at all times.
· Give Attorneys ongoing support to help matters progress smoothly.
· Handle a large volume of RAF files while keeping everything organised and accurate.
· Maintain and update both physical and electronic client files.
· Track outstanding actions and follow up proactively so matters keep moving.
· Prepare and process documents in line with High Court procedures and directives.
· Manage court matters electronically using Court Online and CaseLines.
· Ensure court documents are uploaded and filed ahead of prescribed deadlines.
· Keep up to date with Pretoria High Court procedures and ensure ongoing compliance with relevant directives.
· Keep track of court dates, consultations, pre-trial conferences, and other key milestones.
How to Apply: Interested candidates may submit their applications to [email protected]

Please include your CV outlining your qualifications and experience, along with copies of your qualifications.

Closing Date: 7 August 2026

In litigation, the strongest case is often the best-documented one.Every signed agreement, confirmation email, and writt...
29/07/2026

In litigation, the strongest case is often the best-documented one.
Every signed agreement, confirmation email, and written instruction is a record and in a dispute, those records can be the difference between a claim that succeeds and one that doesn’t.

It’s a principle our litigation team lives by: document everything. Verbal assurances are forgotten. Paper trails hold up in court.

Your employment contract is one of the most important documents you will ever sign — and most people only read it proper...
22/07/2026

Your employment contract is one of the most important documents you will ever sign — and most people only read it properly once something has already gone wrong.

The Basic Conditions of Employment Act requires your employer to give you written particulars covering things like your job description, working hours, pay, leave and notice period. These aren’t optional extras — they are your legal minimum.

Before you sign anything (or if you are not sure what is actually in your current contract), it is worth checking against what the law requires.

Swipe through for what to look out for

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