Articles & Legal Insights
Practical legal articles for individuals, families and businesses.
These published articles are general information and client education resources. They do not replace legal advice on a specific matter.
Why a Client Portal Improves Legal Service
Legal clients often feel anxious because they do not know what is happening with their matter. Even where the lawyer is working, the client may feel…
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Business Structuring and Deal Documents
Business deals often fail because the parties did not properly record their obligations, risks and expectations. A handshake may start a relationship, but clear documents protect…
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Notarial Documents and Powers of Attorney
Notarial documents are often needed where a person or business must produce formal documents for banks, registries, embassies, government departments or cross-border transactions. The exact requirement…
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Letters of Demand and Debt Recovery
A letter of demand is often the first formal step in a debt or breach-of-contract matter. It should not be treated as a generic angry letter.…
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Wills, Estates and Inheritance: Planning Before Conflict
Inheritance disputes often arise because there was poor planning, unclear documentation or uncertainty about the deceased person’s wishes. A properly prepared will and an organised asset…
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Family Law Matters: Divorce, Maintenance and Children
Family law matters are sensitive because they affect personal relationships, finances, children and long-term stability. A structured legal process helps reduce confusion and prevents important details…
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Employment Disputes and Disciplinary Processes
Employment disputes can move quickly. An employee may receive a notice to attend a disciplinary hearing, while an employer may need to respond to misconduct, poor…
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Property Transfers and Conveyancing: Why Documents Matter
Property transactions can appear simple at the point of agreement, but one missing document, unclear authority or unresolved payment issue can delay the entire process. Conveyancing…
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What to Prepare Before Meeting a Lawyer
A legal consultation is most useful when the client arrives prepared. The lawyer must understand the parties, dates, documents, risk and desired outcome. A short timeline…
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Understanding Contract Disputes in Zimbabwe
Contract disputes usually begin when one party believes that another party has failed to perform, delayed performance, delivered poor performance or interpreted the agreement in a…
Read articleThe “Lobola Trap”: Lessons from the Black Coffee Judgment
In a landmark decision that reshaped public conversation around marriage, property and assumptions about lobola, the Black Coffee judgment provides an important reminder that marriage consequences…
Read articleMUST READ: Mining and Tax Law Alert
Mining and tax law developments can have significant consequences for miners, investors, operators and advisers. Legal alerts help affected parties understand regulatory changes and assess whether…
Read articleLegal Opinion on Non-Marriage certificate in Zimbabwe
A Non-Marriage Certificate may be required where a person needs formal confirmation of unmarried status for legal, administrative or cross-border purposes. The legal significance of the…
Read articleThe right to disinherit a spouse and why a spouse must protect his or her property in a marriage!
A Last Will and Testament is a legally significant document and its consequences can be serious for a surviving spouse and other family members. The article…
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