Contracts – Agreements
AfrikaansAFFor all practical purposes, a contract and an agreement are the same thing.
Van Dyk · Theron Attorneys draft, review and advise on a wide range of agreements across South Africa, including:
Property & Land Agreements
Agreements that govern the sale, lease and transfer of immovable property and agricultural land — best paired with a land rights audit.
- Sale agreements
- Lease agreements
- Occupation agreements
Commercial & Corporate Agreements
Contracts that regulate business relationships, services rendered and remuneration between commercial parties — drafted to comply with the Consumer Protection Act where applicable.
- Franchise agreements
- Shareholder agreements
- Service agreements
- Agent commission agreements
- Fee agreements
Matrimonial Contracts
An Ante Nuptial Contract (ANC) is entered into before marriage to regulate the matrimonial property regime — most commonly to exclude community of property and apply the accrual system. It must be registered to be valid, and properly integrates with later estate planning and administration.
- Ante Nuptial Contract (ANC) — marriage contract
Dispute Resolution Agreements
Agreements used to resolve or settle disputes outside of court via mediation, often as a faster and more private alternative to litigation.
- Mediation agreements
- Settlement agreements
Construction & Other Agreements
Specialised contracts for building works, donations and other arrangements not covered above.
- Building contracts
- Donation agreements
- And more
Contact Van Dyk · Theron Attorneys if you have any further questions: