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Welcome to Ashersons Attorneys

Our professional team of lawyers are ...

Proud to be part of a 100 year old firm
Ashersons was established in 1920 by Raphael Asherson. Since then, Ashersons has grown into a full service boutique legal practice. All of our professional team commenced articles at the firm. Our faithful receptionist, Fatima, has been at the firm for over 40 years and Golda, our conveyancing specialist who has since retired, worked at the firm for just less than 50 years!
Passionate about the law
In the same way that our bookkeepers are passionate about bookkeeping, our receptionist is passionate about communicating with people, and our tea lady is passionate about tea - all of our staff (professional and our amazing support team) are passionate about the law and about providing the best legal service possible to clients.
More than happy to go the extra mile
Going the extra mile is defined as doing more without being asked. We believe that going the extra mile for clients is important and sets us apart from the average law firm. We understand that people who are happy in their career are not only more productive, but they are more likely to go the extra mile - even when it is not asked or expected of them.
Aware that time is money and people are cost sensitive
According to the old proverb, “time is a valuable resource, therefore it's better to do things as quickly as possible.” We believe that being able to deliver a quality product at a reasonable fee is of utmost importance in ensuring a long-term relationship with clients. Doing something properly the first time saves not only time, but also money and patience.

Recent articles by our team

Who Appoints the Conveyancer? Your House, Your Choice
Who Appoints the Conveyancer? Your House, Your Choice
November 26, 2024
“A man’s home is his castle.” (Sir Edward Coke, English common law ruling, 1604) Of course, what we all want to hear at the end of our house-selling journey is something like this: “Congratulations! You sold for a good price, the buyer’s taken transfer and you’ve been paid the purchase price. Time to pop the bubbly🍾”. Having your sale go this smoothly is about a lot more than just finding th...
Gift or Loan? A Cautionary Tale for the Season of Giving
Gift or Loan? A Cautionary Tale for the Season of Giving
November 26, 2024
“The bluntest pencil is better than the sharpest mind” (Unknown) The Festive Season is traditionally a time for giving, and it seems a pity to have to mention the hard realities of the law right now. But, as a recent High Court dispute confirms, things can go horribly wrong if the people involved have different notions on whether what’s being given is a gift, or a loan. “Here’s R400k Ma” – But was...
Estate Planning: Why it Matters, and How To Get Started
Estate Planning: Why it Matters, and How To Get Started
November 26, 2024
“When the hurly-burly’s done, when the battle’s lost and won.” (One of the witches in Shakespeare’s Macbeth) Another year draws to a close! If you’re taking a break, now’s a great time to get started on an estate plan – or to update your existing one. Estate planning is one of the most important steps you can take to protect your assets and to ensure that your loved ones are cared for after you’re...
Fired for not Working on the Sabbath
Fired for not Working on the Sabbath
November 26, 2024
“One of the hallmarks of an enlightened egalitarian society is the right to freedom of religion.” (Extract from judgment below) Our courts do not tolerate unfair discrimination in the workplace, and employers need to tread particularly carefully when it comes to the concept of “automatically unfair discrimination”. Get that one wrong and you could be penalised with an order to pay your employee tw...
Blue Skies Ahead for Property? Be Prepared with this Buyer’s Checklist
Blue Skies Ahead for Property? Be Prepared with this Buyer’s Checklist
October 28, 2024
“Don’t wait to buy land, buy land and wait.” (Will Rogers) Summer’s a great time to look for property. With the year winding down and the holiday season upon us, many sellers who’ve been holding back are now putting their properties back onto the market, so expect to see some great new buys out there. But that’s not the only reason… Blue skies ahead? The recent interest rate cut, which hopefully h...
This Wedding Season: What’s in a Surname?
This Wedding Season: What’s in a Surname?
October 28, 2024
“That which we call a rose, by any other name would smell as sweet.” (Shakespeare, in Romeo and Juliet) Your wedding to-do list will be a long one, and getting all the “boring legal bits” in order before you marry may not seem like a huge priority. But it is. Choices you make now will affect both of you (and your families) forever. One of those choices is what surname/s you want to adopt in your m...
Employers: It’s November Again. Must You Pay 13th Cheques?
Employers: It’s November Again. Must You Pay 13th Cheques?
October 28, 2024
“The best investment you will ever make are your employees” (Peter Drucker) As the end of the year approaches, many employees are eagerly awaiting their 13th cheque or year-end bonus. However, not every employer is in a position to pay bonuses, and this can lead to disappointment, disputes, or even legal action if expectations aren’t managed properly. Read on to find out whether you’re...
No Means No: What the New Case on Consent Means for Victims of Sexual Violence
No Means No: What the New Case on Consent Means for Victims of Sexual Violence
October 28, 2024
“Sexual violence is a horrific reality that continues to plague this country.” (Quoted in judgment below) It’s often said that victims of rape and other types of sexual violence have to suffer twice – firstly at the hands of the rapist and secondly at the hands of the law. A recent High Court ruling on the knotty question of consent could go some way towards remedying this. At the heart of the mat...
Three Ways to Protect Yourself from the Nightmare Neighbour in Your Complex
Three Ways to Protect Yourself from the Nightmare Neighbour in Your Complex
September 25, 2024
“A bad neighbour is a misfortune, as much as a good one is a great blessing.” (Hesiod, 700 BCE) It seems that every community has at least one nightmare neighbour who delights in objecting to everything, fighting with residents and management at every turn, and becoming abusive and aggressive when they don’t get their way. What can you do to protect yourself and your family if you live in a resi...