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- Dr Samantha Smith is a creative Attorney holding a BSocSci, LLB, LLM, and PhD (Law) from UCT. She leads content marketing & strategy across STBB's channels, thought leadership, SEO, and legal marketing collateral.
Pulse | A lesson in ‘lawfare’: High Court drags ex-husband for vexatious litigation
In a recent judgment, the Western Cape High Court laid down the law in an ongoing and acrimonious divorce battle by declaring an ex-husband a ‘vexatious litigant’ and interdicting him from instituting further proceedings. In this case, the applicant sought
Read MoreNewsflash | Conveyancing fees set to increase next month
Yesterday, the Law Society of South Africa (‘the LSSA’) published its updated Guideline of Fees (‘the Guideline’). The Guideline, which delineates recommended fees for conveyancing-related transactions, will apply to all relevant instructions received from Friday, 1st August 2025. The Guideline is generally updated
Read MoreSTBB Property Investors Club Newsletter | July 2025
Up your game: The tax benefit every property investor should know about Designed to incentivise property investment, section 13sex of the Income Tax Act (‘the Act’) provides a valuable – and often underutilised – tax deduction tool for individuals and
Read MoreBlog | Creating 125 smiles: Transform a child’s life by donating a smile
Imagine navigating life unable to smile, or struggling to eat and speak without pain or discomfort. For children born with cleft lip and/or palate conditions, this is a daily reality. However, one act of kindness can transform a child’s life
Read MoreBlog | Understanding property transactions: Option to purchase versus right of first refusal
At STBB, our property law attorneys have extensive experience advising sellers and purchasers on the intricacies of sale agreements and structuring property dealings. In the context of property and commercial transactions, options to purchase and rights of first refusal are
Read MoreAll About Property | Listing in winter: How can STBB help you?
In the property arena, spring is often earmarked as the ideal time to list property. However, when housing stock is scarce and demand is particularly high, selling your property in winter may offer distinct advantages, especially in the Western Cape.
Read MoreBlog | Creating 125 smiles: What if your next trail run could change a child’s life?
This August, STBB celebrates a momentous milestone: 125 years of exceptional legal service. Since opening for business in a small Cape Town office in 1900, we’ve endeavoured to create a lasting and meaningful impact through our various corporate social initiatives.
Read MoreBlog | Safeguarding sellers: Why every sale agreement needs a 72-hour clause
In the context of the sale and purchase of immovable property, a 72-hour clause is an important and increasingly common component of an effective and comprehensive sale agreement. At the heart of this clause is a key objective: To secure
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