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 […]
Sold your property? What's next? What happens when I sell my house or buy? The process of transferring ownership of a property from an owner/seller to the buyer starts with a sale agreement which is then handed to a specialist attorney and is called "conveyancing" - conveying ownership from one person to the new buyer. […]
Whilst the rest of the World has a United Nations' International Human Rights' Day in December, South Africa's is commemorated on the 21st March being the anniversary of the Sharpeville riots which led to the death of a number of protestors and recalls sacrifices made by many in the lead-up to the 1994 elections which […]
"I am thrilled to share my exceptional experience with Mc Naught & Company. They have provided invaluable assistance with a last will and testament dispute for my father, making the entire process a genuine pleasure. In today's fast-paced world, it's rare to find a business that makes you feel more than just another number. Mark […]
So what is commercial law and why do you need an attorney if you're in business? The Indispensable Role of Attorneys in Commercial Law by Mc Naught and Co Director Mark Leathers: "The dynamic landscape of commercial law serves as the backbone for all business transactions, but its complexities can be akin to a labyrinthine […]
Wow, we had an awesome 40th Birthday bash as Mc Naught and Co turned 40 on the 1st March 2024. Some of our clients and associates go back all of our 40 years and others we have dealt with over the intervening years. We celebrated at the office with a birthday cake, followed the next […]
Birthday message from Mark Leathers, Director of Mc Naught and Co. on the occasion of our firm's 40th birthday today... "Birthdays offer a moment to pause and ponder—with a keen eye on the journey behind us, the milestones we've achieved, and the dreams we harbor for the days ahead. When such occasions mark a decade's […]
