In South Africa, a Notary Public is a specially qualified attorney appointed by the High Court to perform certain legal and formal functions requiring a high level of trust and authenticity. Unlike ordinary attorneys, notaries have the exclusive authority to prepare and certify specific legal documents for use both within South Africa and internationally. Both […]
Get your free will with us during National Wills week - 15-19 Sept. Why You Need a Valid Will in South Africa... A will is one of the most important legal documents you can prepare, yet many people put it off. In South Africa, not having a valid will can cause unnecessary complications for your […]
Having a hand-held phone or computer has changed the way crimes can be committed, and the Cybercrimes Act in South Africa no 19/20 codifies what will be regarded as a criminal offence. Just picking up your husband or wife's phone and accessing information without their consent is regarded as a criminal offence. Here are some […]
Who gets what? is the question that we get asked most when sitting down with clients to negotiate and finalise divorce settlement agreements. Whilst an uncontested divorce, where the parties are able to agree on the proprietary consequences (division of assets) gives room to cater to what best suits each couple in their circumstances, the […]
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Dear Valued Clients, business partners and friends, As the holiday season approaches, we at Mc Naught and Company Incorporated would like to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for your trust and partnership throughout the year. It has been a pleasure both serving you and working alongside you, and we are truly grateful […]
Congrats Mark, Estee from Mc Naught and Co and Hein (Re/Max Advance group) who didn't just stand on the sidelines, but were on the road with the runners in the Mc Naught and Co. sponsored Bluff Marathon this weekend. For Estee this was her first half marathon (21kms) and did exceptionally well - congrats Estee […]
The November 2023 Supreme Court of Appeal (SCA) re-inforced the statutory entitlement of a Body Corporate to withhold the issue of a levy clearance certificate in preference to a bank claim for mortgage bond payment on an auction where there is insufficient to pay both. It held that the statutory embargo on transfer until levies […]
We had a great strategy and brand development workshop today for Mc Naught and Co. Some excellent ideas came forward as we brainstormed the key elements of our legacy and success as a firm of 40 years standing. These included our community-based approach to building relationships and trust with our clients and associates, clients trusting […]
