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Wills

Is Your Will Valid or Not Worth the Paper it’s Written on? Here’s What You Need to Know.

You've worked hard to build the life you have. Maybe it's the home you're paying off, the car you finally bought, savings you've built up over time, or simply the life you've created on your own terms with the people you love. Whatever that looks like, it's worth asking: if something happened to you tomorrow, would the people you care about know what you wanted? That's where a will comes in. But here's the part many people miss: writing your wishes down and calling the document a will doesn't automatically
Deceased estates

Who Inherits if You Die Without a Will in South Africa?

Most of us have a pretty clear idea of who we'd want to inherit from us one day. Perhaps a partner, your children, or even a parent or someone else who has always been part of your life. But if you die without a valid will, the law doesn't ask what you would have wanted. Instead, the Intestate Succession Act decides who is legally entitled to inherit from your estate and how much they receive. There's a specific formula, an order of inheritance and, sometimes, an outcome that looks very different from the one you
Wills

Dying Without a Will in South Africa: What Really Happens

We spend a lot of time planning the life we're building. From the home we want to buy, to the people we love and the future we're working towards. A will is part of that plan too. It's how we make sure the people and things that matter to us are looked after in the way we intended. But, if you die without a valid will, your wishes don't automatically count. Instead, South African law decides who inherits from your estate and how much they receive. It's called intestate succession, and it follows a set formula rather than what you might have
Wills

South Africa Wills Report 2026: Why 67% Have No Will

South Africans don't need much convincing that having a will is a good idea. Getting around to writing one is another story. Our 2026 research found that 67% of South Africans don't have a will, even though 77% believe having one is important - no matter how much or how little they own. The gap got us wondering: if we already know a will matters, what's actually stopping us? So we asked 1800 South Africans across all 9
Legal wellness

Your Legal Health Deserves a Check-Up Too

Most of us want the freedom do life our way - to plan ahead, make confident decisions, and build the life we want. That’s why LAW FOR ALL created the Legal Health Check - a simple, online assessment that helps you understand where you stand legally and how the law can support the life you're building. We're already comfortable with doing regular check-ups on others areas of life. We go for medical check-ups, service our cars, review our finances, and set goals for the year ahead. But there’s one area we rarely stop to think about: our legal wellness.
Homes and property

Everything You Need to Know About Joint Bond Ownership

Buying a home is one of life’s big milestones, and for many, it’s a journey best taken with someone by your side. Whether it’s with a partner, a family member, or a trusted friend, entering into a joint bond in South Africa can be a great way to get your foot in the door of the property market. But while the idea of sharing the financial load is appealing, it’s important to go into this commitment with your eyes wide open. Let’s break down everything you need to know about joint bonds so you can make informed decisions and feel confident in your choices.
Legal advice

Your Justice Journey Roadmap

Solving a legal problem is a journey – you can’t make the road to justice shorter, but it’s reassuring to have professional legal support along the way. We follow a step-by-step approach to give you peace of mind that our award-winning legal team handles your case as quickly and effectively as possible while keeping you in the loop from start to finish. We’ll be there for you every step of the way. Here’s how we will stand by you on your
Family and relationships

Child Abuse in South Africa – How to Identify and Report it

“Not all heroes wear capes” is undoubtedly a phrase you’ve come across at some point. Of course, it speaks to the everyday person who recognised an injustice, stood up and decided to take action. This is incredibly powerful when the person who needs help cannot necessarily do anything about their circumstances themselves. Yes, everyday heroes exist, and they are essential when it comes to identifying and reporting possible child abuse in South Africa. Sadly,
Work and employment

Dealing with Constructive Dismissal in South Africa

We all want to build a successful career and thrive in the workplace, right? The office is meant to be a place where everyone should be able to put their best foot forward and excel in the profession they chose. And that’s certainly possible in an environment that’s inspiriting and free of unnecessary obstacles. However, that’s not always the case. We often see the “mean boss” stereotype play out in movies, and it is usually set up as an obstacle for the new fish-out-of-water employee to conquer, win over and co-exist peacefully with. Everyone wins in the end, right? But this isn’t

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