Expertise
Litigation and Dispute Resolution
At NLHS Inc., we recognise that disputes are sometimes an inevitable part of doing business. Our dedicated team of experienced litigators is committed to representing clients across a wide range of litigation matters, providing strategic advice and robust legal representation to protect your interests.
Comprehensive Litigation Services
We offer a full spectrum of litigation services to address your legal needs effectively and efficiently.
Commercial Litigation
Our skilled team provides specialised intervention and strategic counsel for public and private companies, as well as individual entrepreneurs facing complex commercial disputes. We manage cases with precision, aiming to achieve your business objectives while minimising disruption.
Our commercial litigation services include:
- General Commercial Litigation: Resolving disputes arising from business transactions and commercial relationships.
- Contractual Litigation: Handling breaches of contract and enforcement of contractual rights.
- Shareholder and Partnership Disputes: Addressing conflicts between stakeholders to protect your investments and interests.
- Settlement Negotiations: Facilitating amicable resolutions through skilled negotiation.
- Urgent Applications: Acting swiftly in urgent legal matters to safeguard your position.
- Alternative Dispute Resolution: Exploring mediation and arbitration to achieve efficient and effective outcomes.
Debt Litigation
Our debt recovery litigation services assist businesses in efficiently reclaiming legitimate debts. With a proactive approach and transparent billing practices, we act promptly to secure payments, striving for amicable solutions but fully prepared to pursue court proceedings when necessary.
Our debt litigation services include:
- Debt Recovery Actions: Pursuing outstanding debts through legal channels.
- Insolvency Law: Advising on matters related to insolvency and bankruptcy.
- Creditors’ Rights: Protecting your interests as a creditor in insolvency proceedings.
Real Estate Litigation
Our expertise in real estate law extends to a robust litigation practice. We represent developers, landlords, tenants, sectional title owners, and investors in navigating complex disputes. Whether the matter concerns commercial, residential, or mixed-use properties, our litigation team is equipped to deliver strategic advice and legal solutions.
Our real estate litigation services include:
- Commercial and Residential Evictions, including urgent court applications.
- Property Transfer Disputes, such as breaches of sale agreements and delayed registrations.
- Rental and Property-Related Collections, including arrear rentals and damages claims.
- Disputes Arising from Commercial and Residential Lease Agreements, covering breach of contract and unlawful occupation.
- Sectional Title and Body Corporate Disputes, including levy recoveries, inter-owner disputes, and enforcement of conduct rules.
- Construction and Development Disputes, particularly relating to real estate investment structuring and property developments.
- Retirement Villages and Life Rights Litigation, addressing breaches and disputes relating to life rights agreements.
- Disputes Pertaining to Sectional Title Developments, including the opening of sectional title registers and compliance with the Sectional Titles Act.
- Breach of Real Estate Investment Agreements or Joint Ventures.
- Disputes Relating to Due Diligence or Compliance Issues in Property Transactions.
- Mediation and Arbitration of Real Estate Disputes as alternatives to litigation.
We are committed to providing effective and cost-conscious solutions, tailored to resolve disputes efficiently while protecting your investment and property interests.
Protecting Your Interests Against External Disputes
We understand that your business can also be impacted by the insolvency or litigation issues of others, such as suppliers, customers, or partners. Our team provides essential guidance to help you navigate
these challenges, mitigate risks, and minimise adverse effects on your operations.
Our Professionals
Rowan Stafford
Director, BCOM, LLB,(Rhodes), Master of Laws (Cum Laude) (Rhodes), Certified Fiduciary Practitioner of South Africa (FPSA®)
