Delict Law

Specialist counsel from the Duma Nokwe Group of Advocates — part of our Personal, Property & Private Client practice.

The South African law of delict engages primarily with 'the circumstances in which one person can claim compensation from another for harm that has been suffered'.

Where we act

Our private-client and personal-law members act for individuals and families on disputes that affect their lives, livelihoods and legacies. They appear in the High Court, Magistrates’ Courts, Family Courts and through mediation and settlement.

How we work

Briefs may be sent directly to a named member or routed through our clerk, who will recommend the most appropriate counsel by seniority and area of focus. Opinions, drafting, mediation, hearings and appeals are all undertaken on the standard JSA tariff with clear scoping at the outset.

Who briefs us

Our Delict Law members act on instructions from attorneys representing organs of state, listed and unlisted companies, NGOs, professional bodies and individuals across South Africa.

Specialist counsel

Members briefed on Delict Law

5 members of the Duma Nokwe Group of Advocates accept briefs in this practice area.

Brief our Delict Law team.

Whether your matter is urgent or strategic — our clerk can route your enquiry to the right specialist within hours.