Oosthuizen, Marais & Pretorius Inc. is a distinguished law firm based in Mossel Bay, South Africa, offering a comprehensive range of legal services to both individual and corporate clients. With a legacy spanning over 70 years, the firm has cultivated enduring relationships through exceptional service delivery and client management. Their areas of expertise encompass property law, including transfers and developments, as well as litigation, labor law, and estate administration.

The firm's team comprises seasoned professionals dedicated to delivering personalized and expert legal solutions. Directors such as Nico Marais, who leads the Conveyancing Department, and Maurice Ellis, heading the Magistrates Court and Collections Department, bring extensive experience to their respective fields. Additionally, consultant Anna-Marie Pretorius specializes in administering deceased estates and drafting customized wills and trusts, ensuring clients receive tailored and comprehensive legal support.

Oosthuizen, Marais & Pretorius Inc. is the sole firm in the Mossel Bay area affiliated with the national Phatshoane Henney Group, a network of independent law firms sharing a commitment to excellence. This association enables the firm to access a broad spectrum of legal expertise, ensuring they can effectively address diverse client needs. Their dedication to superior service was recognized in 2021 when they received a gold award for outstanding service delivery from the Phatshoane Henney Group.

About Oosthuizen Marais and Pretorius

Founded in 1952


Practice areas
Family
Employment & Labor
Real Estate
Lawsuits & Disputes

Languages spoken
English

Practice areas

Family

Oosthuizen, Marais & Pretorius Inc. offers comprehensive family law services, including the drafting of nuptial agreements, wills, and trusts, as well as estate planning and administration of deceased estates. Their team also handles curatorship estates, ensuring meticulous management of clients' personal legal matters.
Adoption
Child Abuse
Child Custody
Child Support
Child Visitation
Collaborative Law
Divorce & Separation
Domestic Violence
Father's Rights
Marriage
Military Divorce
Same Sex & LGBT
Annulment

Employment & Labor

Oosthuizen, Marais & Pretorius Inc. offers specialized legal services in employment and labor law, led by Director Maurice Ellis, an employment law specialist. The firm provides comprehensive assistance to both employers and employees, addressing issues such as employment contracts, workplace policies, dispute resolution, and compliance with labor regulations. Their expertise encompasses handling disciplinary proceedings, advising on retrenchments, and representing clients in labor disputes, ensuring tailored solutions that align with current legal standards.
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

Real Estate

Oosthuizen, Marais & Pretorius Inc. offers comprehensive real estate legal services, including property transfers, bond registrations and cancellations, sectional title scheme registrations, and servitude registrations. Led by Director Nico Marais, a qualified conveyancer, the firm is on the panels of all major banks, ensuring efficient and cost-effective service delivery to the property sector.
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

Oosthuizen, Marais & Pretorius Inc. offers comprehensive legal services in lawsuits and disputes, providing expert representation in civil litigation, commercial disputes, and alternative dispute resolution. Their team is dedicated to protecting clients' rights and interests, striving for favorable outcomes through strategic legal counsel and effective advocacy.
ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility

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