BFA Law is a specialist legal firm based in Pretoria, South Africa, offering comprehensive services in Property Law, Commercial Law, Criminal Law, Litigation, and Dispute Resolution. The firm is adept at resolving complex commercial disputes, providing expert assistance both in and out of court. Their focus is on expediting client payments and efficiently resolving commercial conflicts, ensuring that clients receive prompt and effective legal solutions.

The firm's Property Department handles all aspects of commercial and residential property transactions, serving clients such as property developers, syndications, and funds, including those listed on the JSE. Their services encompass property transfers, bond registrations, township establishments, and sectional title developments. In Commercial Law, BFA Law offers a one-stop service, negotiating and drafting agreements like sale of business agreements, shareholders agreements, and joint venture agreements. Their expertise extends to Employment Law, providing services such as drafting employment contracts, disciplinary codes, and representing clients in CCMA proceedings and Labour Court litigation. Additionally, the firm applies a hands-on approach to Criminal Law, excelling in bail applications and trial litigation, and offers General Dispute Resolution services, specializing in both small and large-scale litigation matters.

With over 15 years of experience in the legal industry, including roles as an attorney and part of the management team of a multi-billion rand property company, the firm's leadership brings a wealth of knowledge and a proactive attitude to client service. This extensive experience enables BFA Law to offer legal advice tailored to the specific needs of each client, ensuring informed decision-making and effective legal representation.

About BFA Law
Practice areas
Real Estate
Lawsuits & Disputes
Employment & Labor
Business
Criminal Defense

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Real Estate

BFA Law Firm offers comprehensive real estate legal services, including assistance with property transactions, landlord-tenant relationships, and guidance on becoming a real estate practitioner. Their expertise encompasses drafting and reviewing contracts, ensuring compliance with property laws, and providing tailored advice to meet clients' specific needs. The firm is committed to delivering well-researched and sound legal counsel, ensuring clients' interests are safeguarded throughout their real estate endeavors.
Commercial Real Estate
Housing, Construction & Development
Foreclosure
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Due Diligence
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Brokerage
Natural Resources

Lawsuits & Disputes

BFA Law Firm specializes in providing comprehensive legal services in the realm of lawsuits and disputes, offering expert representation in both civil and commercial litigation. Their experienced attorneys adeptly handle a wide array of cases, including contractual disagreements, personal injury claims, and corporate disputes. By employing strategic litigation tactics and alternative dispute resolution methods, BFA Law Firm aims to achieve favorable outcomes for their clients while minimizing legal risks and costs.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility

Employment & Labor

BFA Law Firm specializes in Employment and Labour Law, offering comprehensive services to both employers and employees. Their expertise includes handling disputes and dismissals, such as separation and termination agreements, unfair dismissal claims, and retrenchments. They also address issues related to unlawful competition, restraint of trade, confidentiality, and discrimination, including cases of sexual harassment and HIV/AIDS. The firm assists with collective agreements, industrial action disputes, and ensures compliance with the Broad-Based Black Economic Empowerment Act. Additionally, they provide guidance on pension law, management of pension and provident funds, medical aids and schemes, as well as disciplinary inquiries, arbitration, and Labour Court trials and reviews. Their services extend to drafting employment and independent contractor agreements, and advising on the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) and the Compensation for Occupational Injuries and Diseases Act (COIDA).
Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Pension
Retirement
Sexual Harassment
Social Security
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Whistleblower & Qui Tam
Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation

Business

BFA Law's Commercial Law Department offers comprehensive legal services tailored to the corporate sector, focusing on the negotiation and drafting of a wide array of agreements. Their expertise encompasses due diligence, sale of business agreements, property development contracts, sale of shares and loan claims, shareholders agreements, association agreements, partnership agreements, joint venture agreements, memoranda of incorporation, purchase and sale agreements, restructuring of entities and estate planning, cession and assignment agreements, project development contracts, finance and management contracts, as well as construction agreements, leases, and options. This extensive range of services ensures that clients receive thorough support in navigating complex commercial transactions.
Accounting & Auditing
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Banking & Finance
Business Registration
Communications & Media Law
Contract
Due Diligence
Employer
Environment
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Health Care
Investment
International
Legal Document
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
New Business Formation
Office Solutions
Oil, Gas & Energy
Securities
Tax
Transportation
Venture Capital
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying
Financial Services Regulation
Tax Increment Financing

Criminal Defense

BFA Law offers comprehensive criminal defense services, including bail applications, trial litigation, sentencing, appeals, and reviews. The firm is particularly noted for its proficiency in after-hours bail applications, providing 24-hour availability to clients. Their hands-on approach ensures dedicated representation throughout the legal process.
Arrests & Searches
Bail Bond Service
Cannabis
Criminal Litigation
Drug Crime
Drunk Driving
DUI & DWI
Juvenile Law
Sex Crime
Speeding & Traffic Ticket
White Collar Crime

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