The Definitive Guide For Attorneys In South Africa
The Definitive Guide For Attorneys In South Africa
Specialisations: Debt Recovery, Evictions, Civil & Property Litigation, Divorce, Child Custody, Arrear Levies, Debt Review, Debt Collection, Family Law, Commercial Law
Asif Albertus is a Cape Town litigation attorney with expertise in debt collection, debt review, evictions, and civil disputes, particularly outstanding property levies and unpaid accounts. He assists landlords, businesses, and body corporates with debt collection applications, property litigation, and sectional title scheme disputes. Additionally, Asif handles family law matters, including uncontested divorces, child custody agreements, maintenance disputes, and domestic violence protection orders. His commercial law experience further supports SMEs in Cape Town, Claremont, Athlone, Muizenburg, and surrounding suburbs with contract disputes and compliance. If you need an aggressive yet strategic litigator for debt recovery or family legal matters, Asif delivers results-driven representation.
Background
Asif is a solutions-driven legal professional and a founding director of Albertus Johaardien Agulhas, a dynamic law firm committed to delivering tailored legal solutions with integrity and insight.
Asif's legal journey began at the University of the Western Cape (UWC), where he completed his law degree with a strong focus on social justice and community-based law. His academic foundation laid the groundwork for a legal career grounded in both principle and practicality.
Post graduation, Asif attended a mentorship program at the Department of Justice (DOJ) under various DOJ offices such as the Office of the Family Advocate, the Commission of Conciliation Mediation and Arbitration (the CCMA), the Office of the State Attorney, the National Prosecuting Authority (the NPA), and the Office of the Chief State Law Advisor. His time at the DOJ gave him insight into the practical workings and interests of internal state organs covering a vast array of legal disciplines.
Before embarking on his articles of clerkship, Asif completed his PLT at the University of the Western Cape ( UCT ), which allowed to fully invest himself during his years of clerkship without distractions.
He went on to complete his articles of clerkship at STBB (Smith Tabata Buchanan Boyes), one of South Africa’s leading law firms. During his time at STBB, Asif gained invaluable experience across various areas of law, including property law, family law, civil litigation, and commercial transactions. His time there helped shape a client-focused and solutions-oriented approach to legal practice.
Driven by a vision to create a firm that reflects his values of excellence, collaboration, and accessibility, Asif co-founded Albertus Johaardien Agulhas. As the founding director, he leads the firm with a clear mission: to provide high-quality legal services that are both innovative and deeply rooted in understanding clients’ needs.
Asif is known for his hands-on leadership style, commitment to mentorship, and dedication to building a practice that not only excels in legal expertise but also contributes meaningfully to the communities it serves.
