As the year draws to a close, most people shift focus to wrapping up work, planning holidays, and spending time with family. But before switching off completely, it’s worth taking a moment to check in on one area that quietly impacts every part of life – your legal affairs. At Mc Naught & Co, we […]
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 […]
In South Africa, property ownership generally falls into two main categories: freehold and sectional title, with exclusive use areas forming a special component of sectional title schemes. Understanding the differences between these forms of ownership is important for anyone buying or managing property. Freehold ownership (also called “full title”) means that the owner has complete […]
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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“Discourage litigation. Persuade your neighbours to compromise whenever you can. As a peacemaker the lawyer has superior opportunity of being a good man. There will still be business enough.” - Abraham Lincoln. While we wholeheartedly agree with Lincoln’s depiction of a lawyer as a peacekeeper, we know that sometimes litigation is the only solution. Legal disputes […]
We are proud of our legacy as pioneers in conveyancing with a culture built upon being accessible to you, our client. Growing through the decades, we have gained recognition as accredited specialist property law arbitrators... Because it’s a month of new beginnings as we reveal our new Mc Naught & Co identity, we thought we’d […]
Human rights are the foundation of a just and equitable society. It is vital that we continue to promote and defend the rights of all individuals, ensuring that every person is treated with dignity and respect. Human rights advocacy encompasses various efforts, including influencing policy, raising awareness, and supporting individuals in claiming their rights. It […]
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 […]
