Cilliers & Reynders Inc., established in 1999 by Henk Cilliers and Bennie Reynders, is a South African law firm headquartered in Centurion, strategically positioned between Johannesburg and Pretoria. The firm has expanded its presence with offices in Johannesburg, Thabazimbi, and Northam, enabling it to effectively serve clients across multiple jurisdictions, including the Regional and Magistrate's Courts, as well as the High Courts in Pretoria and Johannesburg.

Specializing in niche legal services, Cilliers & Reynders offers expertise in commercial law, litigation, property law, insurance law, debt collection, and estate planning. The firm has also integrated a Business Rescue division, providing comprehensive support to financially distressed companies across various industries, such as agriculture, mining, construction, and retail.

Committed to delivering tailored legal solutions, Cilliers & Reynders emphasizes a strong code of ethics and a culture of adding value through expert and efficient service delivery. The firm embraces technology to enhance client service and supports Black Economic Empowerment, holding a Level 2 BEE Contributor status.

About Cilliers & Reynders

Founded in 1999


Practice areas
Business
Corporate & Commercial
Banking & Finance
Energy, Environment & ESG
Lawsuits & Disputes
Real Estate
Insurance
Bankruptcy & Debt

Languages spoken
English

Social media

Practice areas

Business

Cilliers & Reynders Inc. offers comprehensive commercial legal services designed to optimize clients' business strategies by structuring corporate and commercial practices to align with their specific needs. The firm's expertise encompasses a wide range of areas, including company law, contracts, consumer law, and corporate governance. By providing tailored legal solutions, Cilliers & Reynders Inc. assists businesses in navigating complex legal landscapes, ensuring compliance, and facilitating growth and success.
Accounting & Auditing
FDA Law
Communications & Media Law
Employer
Health Care
International
Legal Document
New Business Formation
Office Solutions
Tax

Corporate & Commercial

Corporate Governance
Sanctions & Export Controls
Private Equity
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Business Registration
Contract
Due Diligence
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
Transportation
Venture Capital
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying

Banking & Finance

Equity Capital Markets
Debt Capital Markets
Acquisition / Leveraged Finance
Structured Finance
Project Finance
Funds & Asset Management
Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
Sustainable Finance
Investment
Securities
Financial Services Regulation
Tax Increment Financing

Energy, Environment & ESG

Environmental Law & Compliance
Oil, Gas & Energy
Climate Change Law
Energy Regulatory Law
Mining Law
ESG Advisory & Compliance
Renewable & Alternative Energy
Water Law

Lawsuits & Disputes

Cilliers & Reynders Inc. offers comprehensive litigation services, addressing both general and specialized disputes. Their expertise encompasses civil, commercial, corporate, and insurance litigation, ensuring clients receive tailored legal strategies. The firm is committed to resolving disputes efficiently, aligning with clients' objectives to achieve favorable outcomes.
Commercial Litigation
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility

Real Estate

Cilliers & Reynders offers comprehensive property law services, assisting clients with residential and commercial deeds of sale, property transfers and registrations, property finance, mortgage bonds, servitudes, certificates of title, township and sectional title scheme registrations, deeds office searches, property subdivisions and consolidations, and lease agreements.
Conveyancing
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

Insurance

Cilliers & Reynders Inc. offers specialized insurance law services, assisting clients in developing effective business and financial solutions to enhance control over their insurance matters. The firm's insurance litigation team, led by professionals like Associate Dale Snyman, has a proven track record of handling successful cases in both the High Court and Magistrate Court. Their expertise encompasses a comprehensive understanding of South African insurance law, including both indemnity and non-indemnity insurance, as well as the relevant statutory frameworks. By leveraging this knowledge, Cilliers & Reynders Inc. provides clients with tailored legal strategies to navigate complex insurance disputes and regulatory challenges.
Bad Faith Insurance
Health insurance
Insurance Defense
Insurance Fraud
Life Insurance
Marine Insurance
Property Insurance
Reinsurance

Bankruptcy & Debt

Cilliers & Reynders Inc. offers comprehensive Business Rescue services designed to assist financially distressed companies in restructuring and stabilizing their operations. In collaboration with Strategic Turnaround Solutions (STURNS), the firm provides a structured, supportive turnaround process tailored to various industries, including agriculture, mining, construction, engineering, retail, airlines, and investments. Their approach involves working closely with stakeholders to restructure debt, stabilize cash flow, and reposition businesses for sustainable growth, with a focus on preserving jobs and meeting obligations. The team, led by experienced professionals such as Dr. Gert Holtzhauzen and Henk Cilliers, brings a proven track record of success in handling complex business rescue cases for prominent clients across multiple sectors.
Bankruptcy
Debt & Collection
Credit Repair
Creditor