Expert Legal Guidance in Paarl

We provide practical, effective dispute resolution and litigation services for both individuals and businesses.

Welcome

We specialise in civil and commercial litigation, offering our clients personalised and professional dispute resolution services. Whether you need assistance with a contractual dispute, a property matter, a divorce, or any other civil or commercial dispute, we are here to help you.

We will guide you through the legal process and work hard to achieve the best possible outcome for your case. So contact us today for a consultation, and let us handle your legal matters with care and expertise.

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Practice Areas

While we provide expert assistance across a broad spectrum of legal matters, our primary areas of focus include:

General Litigation

We represent individuals and businesses in navigating a wide array of court disputes and resolving complex commercial conflicts.

Divorce & Family Law

Guiding clients through the legal process of divorce, focusing on fair resolutions for assets, maintenance, and child custody disputes.

Evictions

Expertly managing the full legal process and disputes for both residential and commercial property evictions in compliance with the law.

Insolvency Law

Providing strategic advice and representation in court applications for sequestration (personal) and liquidation (corporate) proceedings.

Restraints of Trade

Litigating the enforcement or challenging the validity of restraint of trade agreements and non-compete clauses in employment and commercial contracts.

Construction & Property Disputes

Resolving complex disputes arising from building contracts, project delays, and construction defects, as well as general property conflicts, including ownership and boundary issues.

Bertus Snyman

Bertus is the director of Snyman Attorneys. He has extensive experience in commercial dispute resolution, representing a range of local and international companies across the retail, finance, mining, construction, and property sectors.

He also has a keen interest in divorce law and takes pride in helping clients finalise their divorces fairly and amicably.

Education

BA (Philosophical, Political, and Economic Studies)
Stellenbosch University, 2009

LLB (Legum Baccalaureus)
Stellenbosch University, 2012

Leading Professional Service Firms (short course)
Saïd Business School, Oxford University, 2023

Public Policy Analysis (short course)
London School of Economics, 2025

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What our clients say…

  • "An exceptional experience from start to finish! Bertus and his team provided outstanding professionalism while showing genuine care and compassion. They made me feel at ease every step of the way..."

    Morne

  • "Incredibly knowledgeable and professional throughout my case, always keeping me informed and advocating strongly on my behalf, ultimately achieving a fantastic outcome. Thank you for everything. Would highly recommend them."

    William

  • "Bertus is profesioneel en het my baie gehelp. Hy tree vinnig op en dis nie n proses waar alles sloer soos uit vorige ondervinding nie. Ek beveel hom hoog aan. Hys n uitstekende prokureur."

    Hanli

  • "I went through a divorce recently and Bertus Snyman assisted and represented me through the whole process. I always felt protected and covered with him in my corner. Even after hours he was available when assistance was needed. I will definitely recommend Bertus when a excellent attorney is needed"

    Peter

Book a consultation today and consult with us at our office located in the historic La Concorde building in Paarl.

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