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Matthews Enslin Incorporated (Tokai, Cape Town)

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Areas Of Practice:
Access to Children, Antenuptial Contracts, Arbitration, Association Agreements, Collections, Commercial, Contracts, Debt Collections, Deceased Estates, Divorce, Domestic Violence, Employment Law, Estates, Evictions, Family Law, Firearm license applications, Insolvency, Labour Law, Leases, Liquidation, Liquor Law, Litigation (Civil), Litigation (High Court), Litigation (Magistrates Court), Maintenance, Matrimonial, Mediation, Medical Negligence, Partnership Agreements, POPI Act (POPIA) / Data Protection / Privacy Law, Professional negligence, Property Law, Sectional Title, Sequestrations, Shareholders Agreements, Trusts, Wills
Years of Practice:
28
LPC Number:
59148
Address:
Unit Suit D1, Westlake Square, 1 Westlake Drive, Tokai, Cape Town, 7945.
Region:
Western Cape / Cape Town
Area:
Tokai
Postal Address:
Postnet Suite #65, Private Bag X12, Tokai, Cape Town, 7966
Description:

With more than fifty years of combined experience and situated at the heart of the Constantia valley, Matthews Enslin Inc. takes pride in being one of the most esteemed legal firms in Cape Town. Our privilege extends to serving clients from around the globe.

We are able to offer a high-quality bouquet of hands-on and personalised legal services to our clients, including, among others, property law, contracts and commercial law in all its aspects, matrimonial and family law, High Court and Magistrates Court litigation and arbitration, third-party claims, will drafting, and administration of deceased estates, to mention but a few. 

Rental & Eviction Law: Protecting Landlords & Tenants
As one of our core specialties, we offer comprehensive advice and assistance in all matters related to rental agreements and dispute resolution. We provide cost-effective legal support at an affordable attorney-and-own-client rate to navigate complex property conflicts.

  • The collection of arrear rentals and management of lease disputes.
  • Lawful eviction proceedings for unlawful tenants.
  • The prevention of illegal evictions in strict accordance with the PIE Act.

Debt Collection: Efficient Financial Recovery
Our debt collection department pursues outstanding debtors efficiently and cost-effectively. We provide transparent advice on your chances of success and the financial viability of instituting proceedings, negotiating affordable rates at the outset to suit your circumstances.

Insolvency Law: Navigating Financial Distress
If you are seeking the best advice in all aspects of insolvency, our experienced team is ready to guide you through the complexities of financial restructuring and recovery.

  • The liquidation of companies as defined under the new Companies Act.
  • Sequestrations and voluntary surrender for natural persons.
  • Structuring strategic compromises and financial distributions.

Labour Law: Expert Workplace Dispute Resolution
Our expert team is available to offer strategic advice to both employers and employees on a wide range of labour-related issues, ensuring fair practices and strict statutory compliance.

  • Navigating complex dismissals and retrenchment procedures.
  • Resolving unfair dismissal and unfair labour practice disputes.
  • Proper formulation and representation of CCMA claims.

Family Law: Compassionate Personal Legal Support
At Matthews Enslin Inc., we understand the extreme sensitivity surrounding family matters. Our primary aim is to focus on making the legal process as smooth, respectful, and painless as possible for you and your loved ones.

  • Drafting and registering antenuptial contracts.
  • Instituting contested and uncontested divorce proceedings.
  • Managing matrimonial property, spousal maintenance, and minor contact rights.

Property Law: Seamless Real Estate Transactions
We offer meticulous oversight and execution of all property-related matters, ensuring your real estate investments and transactions are legally sound and securely managed.

  • Drafting watertight agreements for the sale of immovable property.
  • Attending to the seamless transfer of immovable property.
  • Assisting in complex applications for mortgage loans and bonds.
  • Drafting and vetting Life Right Agreements and resolving general property disputes.

Liquor Licences: Enabling Your Business to Thrive
Equipped with comprehensive knowledge and regulatory expertise, our team of professionals guarantees seamless liquor licence solutions. We ensure total compliance, unlocking the full potential of your establishment with a trusted legal partner.

Firearms Law: Specialized Licensing & Accreditation
Matthews Enslin Inc. provides highly specialized assistance in navigating the rigorous regulatory frameworks of South African firearms law.

  • Drafting expert motivations and applications for firearm licenses.
  • Executing appeals against the refusal of firearm licenses.
  • Securing SAPS accreditation for business or sport shooting bodies.

Mediation: Cost-Effective Dispute Resolution
To offer clients potential and often considerable cost-saving opportunities prior to the implementation of formal litigation or arbitration, we manage highly effective mediation processes, providing objective advice when you need it most.

Litigation & Arbitration: Formidable Courtroom Advocacy
Matthews Enslin Inc. is highly experienced in delivering the correct legal advice and robust representation across a wide range of complex civil and commercial disputes in both the Magistrates and High Courts.

  • Handling contractual and delictual claims.
  • Litigating claims for services rendered, goods supplied, and money lent.
  • Resolving complex building disputes and commercial breaches of contract.

Administration of Estates: Securing Your Legacy
One of our core specialties is the meticulous planning and execution of estate matters, ensuring your legacy is protected and smoothly transitioned according to your exact wishes.

  • The drafting of Wills and the creation of Trusts.
  • The administration and winding-up of deceased estates.
  • Executing curatorship applications and providing strategic Estate Planning advice.

Contracts & Commercial Law: Strategic Business Frameworks
Our considerable experience in the drafting and precise interpretation of a wide variety of commercial agreements directly benefits our corporate clients, securing their operations and mitigating risk.

  • Partnership, Association, and Shareholders’ Agreements.
  • Agreements for the sale of businesses and commercial property.
  • Licence, Agency, and Franchise Agreements.
  • Comprehensive Contracts of Employment.
Contact Person:
Damian Enslin

Firm Profile last updated: 24 April 2026