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Dispute Resolution

Matsepes Bloemfontein Attorneys - Family Law

Dispute Resolution Includes:

Civil and Commercial Litigation
Labour law
Family law
Collection matters
Foreclosures
Defamation
Eviction
Correspondent work

Short summary of services: From assisting you through the traumatic experience of a divorce to being your helping hand after being involved in a motor vehicle collision – we are there for you every step of the way. Being caught up in any form of the dispute might seem overwhelming to many, whilst the solution might be just around the corner. Here at Matsepes Inc., we aspire to attend to your dispute resolution matter with the attention, professionalism, and skill it deserves. Disputes are not always avoidable, and it is best to visit your attorney timeously whenever you suspect that a dispute might surface, e.g., before closing that R10 million deal or considering doing business with strangers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is it always necessary to resolve a dispute by going to court?

No. There are many alternative dispute resolution methods such as Mediation between parties, Arbitration, Ombudsmen and Negotiating with the other party or the other party’s attorney to aim at settling the matter beforehand.

How does the court process start?

The court process is commonly known as the litigation process and commences either by way of an application or an action. An action means the dispute can only be decided upon by the hearing of oral evidence given by witnesses at a trial. The action process is started by the issuing of a summons at the relevant court in which the matter will be entertained. In contrast, an application is decided on the papers placed before court. All the evidence a party wishes to put forward in support of a claim must be included in the application papers. An application commences by means of a notice of motion and a founding affidavit.

How much will it cost to resolve my dispute?

Resolving a dispute can either be extremely affordable or rather expensive depending on the nature of the dispute. However, after the first consultation with one of our professional staff, you will have an estimate of the costs involved in resolving your dispute.