Welcome to Gittins Attorneys, a premier boutique law firm offering personalised legal services
Our team, comprised of legal professionals and dedicated support staff, we bring extensive experience across various fields of law. From family law and property disputes to commercial litigation and estate matters, we are equipped to handle a diverse range of legal needs with expertise and care.
Legal challenges rarely arrive at convenient moments. They emerge during life's critical junctures—when decisions carry weight, when timing matters, and when you need clarity most.
Where Precision Meets Pace
In a world where legal matters often become mired in complexity and delay, we've taken a different path. At Gittins Attorneys, we've built our practice on three foundations: work executed with precision, matters resolved with momentum, and services delivered with value in mind.
Our boutique structure is intentional. It allows every client to work directly with experienced attorneys who know their matter intimately and move it forward decisively. No bureaucratic layers. Just clear communication, sharp execution, and consistent progress toward resolution.
When you engage a law firm, you're placing significant trust in professionals to guide you through complex matters. We've designed our practice to honor that trust at every stage. Meticulous attention to detail ensures work is done right the first time. Streamlined processes keep your matter moving forward. Transparent communication means you always know where you stand.
Let us be the firm that you rely on—where precision, progress, and partnership come together for your peace of mind.
AN INNOVATIVE SOUTH AFRICAN LAW FIRM
PRACTICE AREAS
IMMIGRATION SERVICES
At our firm, we provide a comprehensive suite of immigration services in South Africa, tailored to individuals, families, and corporations.
Our experienced team of immigration lawyers specializes in guiding clients through visa applications, permanent residency, and citizenship processes with expertise and precision. For families, we offer assistance with family-sponsored immigration, international adoptions, and guardianships. Businesses can rely on us for support with work permits, business visas, and immigration compliance.
With a commitment to simplifying complex immigration processes, our attorneys in Pretoria ensure personalized and expert advice. Trust us to handle appeals, reviews, and immigration-related litigation with diligence and professionalism.
CORPORATE AND COMMERCIAL LAW
At our law firm, we are dedicated to providing top-tier corporate and commercial legal services, ensuring your business's interests are protected. From negotiation to drafting, reviewing, signing, and executing commercial contracts, our meticulous approach addresses all necessary safeguards and contractual obligations.
This diligent practice minimises the risk of lengthy and expensive litigation, safeguarding your business's financial stability.
With expertise in handling commercial disputes, our experienced business disputes lawyers provide effective representation in commercial dispute cases. We are well-versed in commercial disputes court proceedings, mediation, and alternative dispute resolution methods. Trust our team of commercial lawyers in Johannesburg to navigate the complexities of commercial law and safeguard your business interests effectively.
SPORTS LAW
Our firm excels in providing a comprehensive array of services in sports law, ensuring legal clarity and effectiveness in every aspect of our clients' involvement in the world of sports. From contract assistance and regulatory guidance to intellectual property protection and dispute resolution, we navigate the complexities of sports governance.
With specialised support in event management, player transfers, and sports injury cases, our commitment extends to offering expert counsel to bodies and associations. Trust our expertise in sports law in South Africa to safeguard your interests.
FAMILY LAW
Welcome to our firm, where we specialise in family law amongst other legal services. We particularly focus on South African family law cases. Our dedicated team provides clear-minded counsel and unwavering support, guiding you through every step of the legal process.
Whether it's a divorce, child custody dispute, or adoption, our experienced family lawyers are here to advocate for your best interests, ensuring the highest quality representation and favourable outcomes.
Trust us to navigate the complexities of South African family law with confidence.
REAL ESTATE LAW
Understanding your specific needs and priorities, our firm boasts a dedicated team of experts specialising in a wide range of real estate matters. From conveyancing to leasing, communal property arrangements to development concerns, and mortgage-related issues, we provide comprehensive support tailored to your requirements.
As attorneys in Johannesburg with expertise in real estate law, including transfer attorney services and guidance on marriage out of community of property, we are committed to ensuring a smooth and efficient process for your real estate transactions.
Use our TRANSFER COST CALCULATOR for an estimate of potential costs, designed to provide you with a preliminary understanding of the expenses involved in your unique transaction. Trust our estate lawyers and property practitioners to navigate the complexities of real estate law and secure your interests with precision and dedication.
MUNICIPAL LAW
We offer comprehensive legal services in Municipal Law, assisting clients with matters related to local government regulations, land use, zoning, and compliance with municipal by-laws.
Our team provides expert advice on public procurement, municipal contracts, service delivery disputes, and regulatory compliance, ensuring municipalities and businesses navigate complex legal frameworks effectively. We also represent clients in litigation concerning municipal governance, tax assessments, and infrastructure projects, delivering strategic solutions tailored to the public sector.
CRIMINAL LAW
At our law firm, we are steadfastly committed to providing comprehensive criminal defence services and assisting in the formulation and execution of prosecution strategies. Our expertise in criminal law spans a wide spectrum of services, including defence against charges of white-collar crimes, drug offences, DUI/DWI, violent crimes, and juvenile offences. We also actively participate in watching briefs and case building.
With a deep understanding of South African law, our specialized services extend to assisting with the prosecution of criminal complaints. As one of the leading criminal law firms with experienced criminal law lawyers, we ensure effective representation in criminal law cases.
INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY SERVICES
From search and registration to enforcement, our intellectual property consulting services ensure thorough coverage of your IP (Intellectual Property) needs.
Our experienced team excels in handling complex Intellectual Property disputes and conducting thorough due diligence for business transactions. We craft Intellectual Property related contracts aligned with clients' business goals, providing intellectual property law services that prioritise your interests and objectives. Whether you're a startup or a multinational corporation, Gittins Attorneys offers competent and integral navigation through diverse Intellectual Property challenges, ensuring effective intellectual property law management for your assets.
Trust us to safeguard and maximize the value of your intellectual property assets in South Africa and beyond.
ENTERTAINMENT LAW
Gittins Attorneys offers specialised entertainment law services tailored for South Africa's vibrant entertainment industry. The expert team provides comprehensive support, including contract assistance, intellectual property protection, media law guidance, production legal services for film and TV, and assistance in the music industry.
The firm excels in litigation and dispute resolution for entertainment-related conflicts and ensures regulatory compliance following ICASA regulations. Additionally, services extend to digital media issues, including software licensing and data privacy, as well as legal aid for event management and sports contract negotiations.
Gittins Attorneys is committed to providing thorough legal support and protection within the diverse landscape of the entertainment sector.
LITIGATION & ALTERNATIVE DISPUTE RESOLUTION
Gittins Attorneys offers specialised entertainment law services tailored for South Africa's vibrant entertainment industry. The expert team provides comprehensive support, including contract assistance, intellectual property protection, media law guidance, production legal services for film and TV, and assistance in the music industry.
The firm excels in litigation and dispute resolution for entertainment-related conflicts and ensures regulatory compliance following ICASA regulations. Additionally, services extend to digital media issues, including software licensing and data privacy, as well as legal aid for event management and sports contract negotiations.
Gittins Attorneys is committed to providing thorough legal support and protection within the diverse landscape of the entertainment sector.
EMPLOYMENT LAW
Our firm specialises in providing comprehensive legal counsel on employment law matters, ensuring compliance with local labour statutes and regulations. From advising on workplace policies to drafting and negotiating employment and termination agreements, our dedicated team of labour lawyers offers expert solutions to protect your interests.
With offices in Sandton, Benoni, and Boksburg, our experienced lawyers are committed to fostering a compliant and effective work environment tailored to your needs.
Trust us to navigate the complexities of employment law with diligence and expertise.
PENSION LAW
At Gittins Attorneys, we provide expert legal services in Pension Fund Law.
Our team advises on pension fund compliance, governance, trustee duties, member benefit disputes, and fund restructuring, ensuring protection of both legal and financial interests. We are also regularly appointed to key fiduciary roles, including acting as Chairperson of pension funds, which strengthens our insight into governance and regulatory obligations.
ABOUT GITTINS ATTORNEYS
Gittins Attorneys, a distinguished law firm, was established by the diligent Ashley Gittins, a proud alumnus of the highly esteemed King Edward VII School. Fuelled by his passion for the law, Gittins embarked on an academic journey to earn a Bachelor of Laws degree through the University of South Africa (UNISA). His commitment was such that he pursued his studies while simultaneously working full-time and fulfilling the rigorous requirements of articles of clerkship.
The rich expertise and vast experience under the belt of Gittins Attorneys have been honed through years of dedicated legal practice at some of the most highly-regarded law firms sprinkled across South Africa, particularly in the bustling city of Johannesburg. This broad exposure has allowed Gittins Attorneys to foster a deep understanding of the South African legal system and its nuances, equipping us with the necessary tools to navigate any legal challenge.
Gittins Attorneys specialises in litigation and alternative dispute resolution, operating across all spectrums of the law. This diversity allows us to provide a broad range of services, from managing complex commercial disputes to resolving personal legal matters. However, the heart of Gittins Attorneys lies in our unwavering dedication to our clients' needs. Each client is treated with equal respect and importance, ensuring a personalized and comprehensive approach to every case they handle.
In the words of the great South African leader, Nelson Mandela, "Respect is the key to all relationships." This ethos is deeply ingrained in Gittins Attorneys' culture, which is anchored on the belief that every client, regardless of their case, deserves the utmost respect and the best legal representation.
Equipped with an armoury of knowledge, skill, and robust legal acumen, Gittins Attorneys is primed to address its clients' most demanding and critical issues. With efficiency and expertise forming the bedrock of their approach, they strive to provide solutions that not only meet but also exceed their client's expectations. The firm stands as a beacon of steadfast legal support in an increasingly complex and challenging legal landscape.
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