Wessels & Smith Attorneys

19/10/2026

The Directors wish to congratulate one of our Conveyancing Secretaries Lerato Mabesa on obtaining her Bachelor of Commerce in Law....we are extremely proud of you Lerato and wish you all the best for your future.

19/10/2026

A mining company wants access to your farm. What should you check before signing?

The discussion should go beyond the payment offered. Access routes, proposed activities, damage, water, compensation and responsibility all deserve attention.
Our latest article explains the questions farmers and property owners should ask when reviewing a mining-related access agreement.

Read the full article: https://wessmith.co.za/a-mining-company-wants-access-to-your-farm-what-to-check-before-signing

17/10/2026

Trust earned over 7 Decades.

The new Wessels & Smith Inc. website is now live!

Serving clients since 1950, Wessels & Smith Inc. continues to provide experienced, practical and professional legal guidance from its offices in Welkom and Bloemfontein.

Visit our website to:

• Explore our legal services
• Meet our directors
• Read our latest legal articles
• Contact our team for assistance

Our services include property transfers, bond registrations, litigation, family law, wills and estates, debt collection, mining law and more.

Built on experience. Committed to you.

Visit www.wessmith.co.za
Call +27 57 391 9800
Email [email protected]

16/10/2026

Three bosses. One team. Plenty to appreciate!

Today we celebrate the people who guide, support and encourage our team—even when the inbox has other plans.

Thank you for your leadership, your belief in us and the part you play in making Wessels & Smith the team it is.

Happy Boss’ Day from all of us!

15/10/2026

Report. Appoint. Administer. Distribute.

Our infographic breaks the estate process into four broad stages, helping families understand why an inheritance is not simply an immediate payment after a loved one passes away.

Every estate has its own circumstances. Understanding the process is a useful starting point for asking clearer questions about progress.

Read the full explanation: https://wessmith.co.za/why-an-inheritance-takes-time-deceased-estates-in-south-africa-explained/

12/10/2026

“There is a will. Why hasn’t the inheritance been paid?”

It is a question many families ask. A will records someone’s wishes, but the estate still needs to go through the appropriate administration process before assets can be distributed.

Our latest article explains appointments, creditors, tax, estate accounts and property transfers in language families can understand.

Read the full article: https://wessmith.co.za/why-an-inheritance-takes-time-deceased-estates-in-south-africa-explained/

09/10/2026

Before you press “pay”, pause and verify.

A familiar name or logo in an email is not enough. Confirm banking details using an independently verified contact number, and double-check unexpected changes or urgent payment requests.

Save this infographic as a reminder for your property purchase—and share it with someone preparing to pay a deposit.

Read the full guide: https://wessmith.co.za/before-you-pay-a-property-deposit-the-conveyancing-checks-that-matter/

08/10/2026

Found the right property? Make sure the next steps are right, too.
Before signing an offer or paying a deposit, take time to understand the agreement, financing conditions, transfer costs and payment instructions.

Our latest article explains the conveyancing checks that deserve your attention before you commit—and why independently verifying banking details is so important.

Read the full article: https://wessmith.co.za/before-you-pay-a-property-deposit-the-conveyancing-checks-that-matter/

02/10/2026

𝐏𝐢𝐧𝐤 𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫. 𝐀 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐚𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬, 𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐬𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭.

This month, Wessels & Smith stands with everyone affected by breast cancer—those receiving treatment, survivors, families, caregivers and those remembering someone special.

Let’s support one another with kindness, make space for meaningful conversations and keep awareness alive beyond October.

Together in hope. Together in support.

02/10/2026

South African mining law is facing important proposed reforms alongside recent court developments. For businesses and rights holders in the sector, staying informed is essential.

South Africa’s draft Mining Laws Bill and the Wild Coast Constitutional Court ruling bring major mining-law developments. Here is what they mean.