Building trust since 1889
Setting standards in legal excellence for 135 years
Writing the standards for Legal Services
The reason corporates, government entities and members of the public have chosen to partner with RW Attorneys for more than 130 years is our experience, results and commitment to every matter we undertake.
Our committed attorneys are not satisfied by merely rendering a range of legal services across a wide spectrum of legal disciplines, but are focused on honouring our legacy by setting new professional standards and continuing to lead the transformation and inclusivity in the legal industry.
Your legal challenges are in competent and caring hands at RW Attorneys, whether you need assistance with an Employment and Labour Law challenge, a Litigation matter or a Business Contract.
Services
RW Attorneys is a legal practice offering a range of services across a multi-disciplined range of specialisation. Each department is headed by an experienced Director and supported by a team of competent professionals.
Employment Law
Preliminary investigations of workforce misconduct, documentation and chairing of disciplinary hearings.
Litigation & ADR
Our specialisation is in matters requiring the initiation of or opposition to legal proceedings.
Commercial Law
Drafting, vetting and reviewing of legally compliant contracts across a number of business areas.
Debt Collection
For specialist services in debt collections, litigation and handling of related disputes with a focus on speedy resolution.
Personal Injury
For assistance with claims against the Road Accident Fund, medical malpractice and negligence matters.
Conveyancing & Estates
Property transfers, bond cancellations and registrations, drafting of wills and winding up of deceased estates.
Latest Insights:
Can an employee be dismissed for submitting a fake sick note?
In the recent ruling by the Labour Appeal Court (“LAC”) in the case of Woolworths (Pty) Ltd v Commission for Conciliation Mediation and Arbitration and Others (JA90/22) [2024] ZALAC 29 (13 June 2024), the intricate problem of submitting a fraudulent Medical...
Does a criminal record constitute a valid reason not to employ?
UNFAIR DISCRIMINATION UNDER THE EEA – WHETHER REFUSAL TO EMPLOY BECAUSE OF CRIMINAL HISTORY CONSTITUTE UNFAIR DISCRIMINATION BASED ON ARBITRARY GROUND? The above question confronted the Labour Court seating at Gqeberha in an Urgent Application brought by Mr Elsworth...
Cannabis and ‘zero-tolerance’ policies in the South African Workplace
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Testimonials
I utilised the professional legal services of RW Attorneys in a case regarding personal injury to my minor child. My needs were put first in a highly sensitive matter. RW Attorneys exceeded all my expectations and showed empathy and support throughout the matter.
RW Attorneys have high standards of work ethics and I would recommend the firm to anyone in need of legal assistance.
Advocate M. Naidoo
Solvay Polymers and Chemicals South Africa (Pty) Ltd had the privilege of engaging the services of RW Attorneys in a complex labour matter.
The matter was given urgent attention and resolved within a minimum time period. The outcome saved the company millions of rands. I would highly recommend RW Attorneys to any corporate firm.
Kevin Naidoo, Managing Director