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Committed to delivery of exceptional service not only through our legal expertise, but also with our friendly approach and never compromising honesty, integrity, reliability, efficiency, Pincus Matz & Marquard is serious about law and passionate about people.

HISTORY

The firm has been in operation since November 1929, when Ben Matz and John Pincus joined forces and began the firm Pincus & Matz. From their Standard Bank Chambers, Main Road, Wynberg, they moved to the Duncan Taylor’s Building on the corner of Maynard and Main Roads in 1935. When JL Feinberg joined as partner in 1944, the firm’s name adapted to Pincus Matz & Feinberg. In 1954, at the request of the then Permanent Building Society, they opened a second office in the Permanent Building, Main Road, Claremont.

In 1986, Pincus Matz & Feinberg and Marquard & Hugo-Hamman amalgamated forming Pincus Matz – Marquard Hugo-Hamman. The name was shortened to Pincus Matz & Marquard in 1997.

Today they operate solely from Pincus Matz House in Brodie Road, Wynberg

Our highly qualified team understands the importance of speedy and efficient service. 
As leaders in the field, we frequently present lectures to the industry and share valuable information on property law

We are involved in many aspects of property-related transactions including:

•Freehold and sectional title transfer
•Sectional title developments
•Share-block schemes
•Servitude registrations
•Commercial and industrial property transactions
•The sale of property-owning companies and closed corporations
•Freehold and sectional title mortgage bonds for major banking institutions
•Land restitution claims or expropriations.
We provide regular reports to our clients and, on request, will attend to our clients at their home or business to have their documents signed. In addition, we are able to assist clients in obtaining bond finance.
It is our philosophy that on conclusion of a matter, our clients have been attended to with the best possible personal care and attention.

The main areas of our activities lie in the following:

•Civil litigation in both the Magistrate’s and High Courts
•Motor collisions and personal injury claims (third party claims)
•Divorces and matrimonial problems
•The acquisition and disposal of property as well as the resolution of property disputes
•The resolution of family and neighbourhood problems
•Actions for the collection of arrear rentals and the eviction  of tenants  
•The settlement and resolution of building and construction disagreements and the interpretation of contracts pertaining thereto
•Advice on the resolution of disputes no matter in what area they arise

 
We aim to solve our clients’ problems as quickly and efficiently as possible and always to give value for money. Our clients’ interests come first and we will always go ” the extra mile” to ensure that every possible avenue be explored to find the right solution at the right price, and where circumstances demand, we will take matters to trial

FAQ

1. How long will it take?
Failing reaching a settlement through negotiation it may take approximately one and a half years to get a matter to trial.

2. How much will it cost?
This depends on the matter and the time required bringing such to completion, whether by negotiation or litigation. We charge an hourly rate and the longer it takes the more expensive it becomes. A straight forward litigation matter in the Magistrate’s Court may cost in the region of R 50 000 and in the High Court R 150 000, to completion of trial.

3. Will the other party pay my costs if I win?
 
 

We have a hands-on, practical approach and we pride ourselves on the production of straight forward, user friendly agreements.

We specialise in the following matters:

•The buying and selling of businesses
•The setting up of businesses
•The resolution of disputes between partners, business associates and competitors
•The flotation or acquisition of companies and close corporations
•The drafting of leases and other agreements between persons and legal entities
•The drafting of partnership, membership and shareholder agreements
•The checking of contracts
•The drafting of distribution agreements, confidentiality agreements and agreements covering the full spectrum of economic endeavour.

We endeavour, at all times, to look after the interests of our clients in the very best way possible.
For a Guideline of conveyancing and transfer costs as well as an outline of the conveyancing process, please contact us.
 
 

We render the following services:

Estate planning

•An estate plan is essential for each and every client and can be as simple as drawing a will, but may include an

assurance analysis, tax planning and establishment of trusts. 

•It is essential to put into place or revise an estate plan when you acquire or sell assets, or when your family circumstances change.
•We assist you in  planning your affairs, particularly the structure of asset ownership, to provide for your unique needs, ensuring that your estate is as tax efficient as possible and that the administration of your estate proceeds smoothly.

DRAFTING AND UPDATING WILLS      

•Your will is a very personal and extremely important document – it will determine how the property you have accumulated is dealt with when you die.
•It is both advisable and wise to ensure  that your will is in line with your estate plan, meets the needs of your family circumstances and is regularly updated to keep abreast of changes in your own circumstances, your family’s circumstances and current legislation. 
•The drafting and finalising of this document should be entrusted to professionals. We have the knowledge and expertise to assist you in this regard and to ensure that your will is both valid and enforceable.
WINDING UP OF DECEASED ESTATES

•We provide caring personal attention to your family and the efficient administration of your estate as prescribed by the Administration of Estates Act and the Master of the High Court.
•We have the staff and expertise to deal with disputes and any legal questions which may arise during the process.
•Our aim is to ensure a comfortable and stress free experience in your dealing with this sensitive area of the law. 
 

For instance while we will take every possible lawful action to recover a debt, our experience has taught us that it is often inadvisable to alienate our clients’ debtors who are, after all, their customers and who may, on their rehabilitation, continue to be customers, sometimes even better ones!

On the other hand, some debtors require a far more robust approach and we will not hesitate to act accordingly.

Our collections fees are based on the tariffs laid down by the Magistrate’s Court Act and by our own professional controlling body.

We endeavour to collect, insofar as the Magistrate’s Court Act allows, all the legal costs from the debtors.

Where the Law does not permit the recovery of a cost item, we will attempt to secure payment of that item by way of agreement with the debtor.

In appropriate circumstances and subject to certain formal requirements, to charge our fees on a contingency or “no-win no – pay” basis. Please feel free to approach us to discuss this option.

To complement the service that the Property Department offers, we have our own notary to execute a Notarial deed of Servitude, a Notarial bond, Servitude of Exclusive use areas, and authentication of signatures on documents executed in the Republic for use outside South Africa. This lends towards time-saving and quality of service which are essential for conveyancing and related matters.
 
 

Leslie Masterson

B.Com LL.B (UCT)
Commercial and Commercial Litigation
lesliem@pincus.co.za

Les has been with Pincus Matz & Marquard since 1975. He specialises in Commercial Law, matrimonial matters, property and general litigation.
“I am proud to be part of a highly respected legal practice that delivers quality at fair prices. It is my aim to build upon and develop, the excellent reputation of our firm which has served the people of Cape Town for over 75 years.”
 
 
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Paul Weber

B.Proc LL.B (Wits)
Head – Litigation Department
paulw@pincus.co.za

Paul heads up our litigation department, having joined Pincus Matz & Marquard as partner in 1997.
“I believe in integrity and ethical practice. It is my aim to ensure that this ethos persists and is engrained in all who practice law at Pincus Matz & Marquard.”
 
 
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Alison Tooley

B.A. LL.B CFP
Head of Property Law Department
and Administration of Estates
alisont@pincus.co.za

Alison heads up the Property Law Department and consults to the Wills and Estates Department. She has been with the firm since 1998.
“I enjoy working with all the parties involved to ensure the best structure for our clients. As a Certified Financial Planner, I thrive on dealing with financial aspects of both property transactions and estate planning.”
 
 
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Aggie Rudy

B.Proc (Unisa)
Head – Collections Department
arudy@pincus.co.za

Specialising in Matrimonial & Family Law, Litigation, and Head of the Collections Department, Aggie has been with Pincus Matz & Marquard since 1999.
“I believe in meaningful legal solutions. In circumstances where it is not possible to preserve the relationship between the client and the ex spouse or the debtor, our client can rest assured of being provided the fiercest fight and defence.”
 
 
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Matina Angeliniadis

B.A. LL.B (Wits)
Marketing and Client Liaison
matinaa@pincus.co.za

Admitted as an attorney, conveyancer and Notary, Matina has been with Pincus Matz & Marquard since 2000. She controls the firm’s marketing and client liaison activities.
“I look forward to new challenges, and to maintain the positioning of Pincus Matz & Marquard as a leading firm in Cape Town.”
 
 
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Yasmin Jadwat

B.A. LL.B (UND) H Dip Tax (UCT)
Administration of Estates
yasminj@pincus.co.za

Yasmin joined Pincus Matz & Marquard in 2006 and heads up the Wills & Estates department.
“I strive for excellence and professionalism in all my undertakings, and look forward to dealing with the clients of Pincus Matz & Marquard, both existing and new.”
 
   
 
OUR CONSULTANTS
Ridwaan Banderker

B.Sc LL.B (UWC)
Consultant
ridwaanb@pincus.co.za
 

Physical Address:
Pincus Matz House
Wynberg Mews
Brodie Road
Wynberg
Cape 7800

Postal Address:
P.O. Box 18027
Wynberg 7824

Directions:
We are located in Brodie Rd, Wynberg, Cape Town. From the M3 (south) motorway take the Wynberg off-ramp, pass Trovato Estate and turn left into Carhill Rd. At the Engen Garage carry on straight across the lights into Church St, past the Wynberg Court. We are the second road to the left (before Main Road). Park in the Rotary parking lot. “PINCUS MATZ HOUSE” is opposite the parking lot. And yes… we pay for the parking!