90 years of wisdom & sound judgement.

We provide a full spectrum of expert and sound legal advice and services to a wide range of reputable clients.

Outstanding lawyers of the highest caliber.

Building from a foundation of more than 9 decades of successful practice, our professionals are dedicated to rendering the best possible individualised and client-centric services.

Purposefully progressing to resolutions.

We strive to provide well informed legal assistance and innovative solutions in these ever-changing circumstances.

Who we are

Couzyn, Hertzog & Horak is well known for its strong tradition of professionalism dating back to its founding days in 1929. We provide a full spectrum of legal advice and services to a wide range of reputable clients, including private individuals, small companies, listed entities, government agencies, financial institutions, retail corporations, health care organisations, universities, SME’s and real estate developers drawn from all over South Africa.

Building from a foundation of more than 9 decades of successful practice, our professionals are dedicated to rendering the best possible individualised, client-centric services.

Making sure that our clients are fully protected in every step of the process.

Our clients are encouraged to demand the best of us, and in return, we are proud to say that they receive just that – the best possible service and advice.

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Areas of Practice

Aviation

We understand the dynamics and legal requirements of satisfying obligations imposed upon our clients by aviation law and their respective regulations.

BEE

We have a team of specialists that can provide you with the advice, assistance and the reassurances that you require in order to be BEE compliant in every sense of the word.

Commercial Law

Our experts will ensure that your business and business transactions run as smoothly and seamlessly as possible with regards to the law.

Criminal Law

We tackle criminal prosecutions with in-depth analyses of the charges against our clients and consider constitutional law aspects where applicable.

Deceased Estates & Trust

Our team can assist you in getting all your affairs in order so that you can have the peace of mind that your family will be well taken care of.

Litigation

Our team of professionals have unrivalled experience in all matters and aspects of litigation in the Magistrates Court, High Court, Supreme Court of Appeal and Constitutional Court.

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