Civil litigation
Claims and disputes between individuals or organisations requiring legal advice or representation.
When negotiation has failed or formal legal action is underway
Civil litigation
When a dispute needs
a formal legal route.
Van der Berg Attorneys’ published practice includes civil work, commercial and civil litigation, High Court litigation, Magistrates’ Court litigation, contracts and alternative dispute resolution.
Dispute work
From first position to forum.
Not every dispute should immediately become a trial. The starting point is to understand the facts, the documents, the remedy sought and the most appropriate route to resolution.
Magistrates’ Court litigation
Civil proceedings that fall within the Magistrates’ Courts.
When the dispute must be pursued or defended in the Magistrates’ Court
High Court litigation
Civil proceedings falling within High Court jurisdiction.
When the matter belongs in or has reached the High Court
Commercial & contract disputes
Disputes connected with agreements, performance, obligations and commercial relationships.
When a contract or business relationship is at the centre of the dispute
Mediation / ADR
A structured attempt to resolve the dispute without relying only on a contested trial.
When a negotiated or facilitated outcome may be realistic
Contract matters
Legal issues involving contractual terms, rights, obligations or enforcement.
When an agreement needs interpretation, enforcement or dispute strategy
Practical first step
Preserve the record.
For a dispute enquiry, keep the relevant agreement, correspondence, notices, court papers and key dates together. A complete chronology can make the first legal assessment more efficient.
Already have court papers?
Deadlines can matter. Call the office directly if the issue is time-sensitive rather than relying only on email.
Call 011 394 2846