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Law Firms in South Africa

Compare 367 law firms in South Africa by city and practice area, with ratings, languages and recognitions.

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  • Adams & Adams

    Cape Town, South Africa
    Legal 500 rankedUnclaimed
    • Construction Disputes
    • International Arbitration
    • Lawsuits & Disputes
    • +90
    Languages
    Afrikaans, English
    Price range
    $$
    Founded
    1908
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  • BLC Attorneys

    Port Elizabeth, South Africa
    Legal 500 rankedUnclaimed
    • Construction Disputes
    • International Arbitration
    • Lawsuits & Disputes
    • +103
    Languages
    Afrikaans, English
    Price range
    $$
    Founded
    2000
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  • Bowmans

    Cape Town, South Africa
    Legal 500 rankedUnclaimed
    • Construction Disputes
    • International Arbitration
    • Lawsuits & Disputes
    • +71
    Languages
    Afrikaans, English
    Price range
    $$
    Founded
    1885
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  • Bredell Ferreira

    Pretoria, South Africa
    Unclaimed
    • Bankruptcy & Debt
    • Insolvency
    • Debt & Collection
    Languages
    English
    Price range
    $$
    Founded
    2017
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  • Motiang Attorneys

    Middelburg, South Africa
    Unclaimed
    • Family
    • Family Mediation
    • Property Division
    • +31
    Languages
    English, Tswana
    Price range
    $$
    Founded
    2025
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  • Reddy Attorneys

    Durban, South Africa
    Unclaimed
    • Construction Disputes
    • International Arbitration
    • Lawsuits & Disputes
    • +40
    Languages
    English
    Price range
    $$
    Founded
    2016
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  • SD Law

    Johannesburg, South Africa
    Legal 500 rankedUnclaimed
    • Construction Disputes
    • International Arbitration
    • Commercial Litigation
    • +63
    Languages
    Afrikaans, English
    Price range
    $$
    Founded
    2011
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  • Spoor & Fisher

    Pretoria, South Africa
    Legal 500 rankedUnclaimed
    • Corporate & Commercial
    • Corporate Governance
    • Private Equity
    • +44
    Languages
    English
    Price range
    $$
    Founded
    1920
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  • Adv.Thabo Malatji

    Phalaborwa, South Africa
    Unclaimed
    • Construction Disputes
    • International Arbitration
    • Lawsuits & Disputes
    • +108
    Languages
    English
    Price range
    $$
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  • Allardyce & Partners

    Midrand, South Africa
    Unclaimed
    • Construction Disputes
    • International Arbitration
    • Commercial Litigation
    • +71
    Languages
    English
    Price range
    $$
    Founded
    1993
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  • Aricum Attorneys

    Benoni, South Africa
    Unclaimed
    • Construction Disputes
    • International Arbitration
    • Lawsuits & Disputes
    • +71
    Languages
    English
    Price range
    $$
    Founded
    2020
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  • Audie Attorneys

    Port Alfred, South Africa
    Unclaimed
    • Construction Disputes
    • International Arbitration
    • Lawsuits & Disputes
    • +77
    Languages
    English
    Price range
    $$
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Law firms in South Africa: key facts

Law firms
367
Top language
English
Typical price
$$
Legal 500 ranked
6

There are 367 law firms in South Africa in our directory.

Firms in South Africa most often handle International Arbitration, Construction Disputes, Dispute Prevention & Pre-Litigation, Lawsuits & Disputes and General Litigation.

The cities with the most firms are Bloemfontein (10), Johannesburg (10), Durban (10), Rustenburg (10) and Kimberley (10).

Languages are listed for 364 firms; the most common are English (364), Afrikaans (26), Southern Sotho (2), Tswana (2) and Venda (2).

Of the firms that publish an indicative price range, 100% describe themselves as moderate ($$). Always ask for a written quote for your matter - see our guide to lawyer fees.

6 firms are ranked in The Legal 500. The longest-established firm listed was founded in 1828.

Frequently asked questions

How many law firms in South Africa are there?

Lexrova lists 367 law firms in South Africa.

Can I find a lawyer in South Africa who speaks my language?

Yes. The languages listed most often are English, Afrikaans, Southern Sotho, Tswana and Venda. Each profile shows the languages the firm works in.

How much does a lawyer cost in South Africa?

Fees depend on the firm, the lawyer's seniority and the complexity of the matter. Among firms that publish a price range here, the most common is moderate ($$). Ask for a written estimate and the fee basis (hourly, fixed or contingency) before you start - our guide to lawyer fees explains the options.

How do I choose the right law firm in South Africa?

Start from your issue and location, compare practice areas, languages and recognitions, and ask about fees in writing. Our guide on choosing a law firm in another country has a step-by-step checklist.