Dr Samantha Smith holds a BSocSci, LLB, LLM, and PhD (Law) from UCT.  An innovative thinker, she strategises, plans, and produces STBB’s content across all channels, including publications, social media, blogs, podcasts, and training material. Samantha also prepares tender proposals, presentations, and key communications, and works on various marketing collateral.

Pulse | July 2025

Landmark SCA decision denies general damages claim for ‘unconscious’ child

In a seminal judgment, the SCA recently found that a child, who was diagnosed with cerebral palsy and remains in a ‘permanently vegetative state’, is not entitled to receive damages for pain and suffering.

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In focus | Shereen Volks: Formidable family law & divorce expert

With over 30 years’ experience in the legal arena, respected STBB Director and family law specialist, Shereen Volks, is a highly skilled and formidable attorney. Combining technical expertise with vast experience, strategic foresight, and a deep understanding of complex family dynamics, Shereen specialises in guiding clients through divorce, parenting disputes, Hague applications, and complicated post-divorce disputes. Crucially, she has extensive experience in mediation and is adept at calmly negotiating the intricacies of contentious divorce matters. Committed to securing her clients’ – and their children’s – best interests, Shereen’s skill set and focused approach to all family law matters makes her an undeniable asset to STBB and her valued clientele.

For unrivalled legal support, contact our leading family law expert today.

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Corporate insights: Recapping the Companies Act amendments

As we reported in January, various amendments to the Companies Act took effect late last year. Six months on, our corporate law experts note that many clients are still navigating the changes.

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Regulating the inevitable: Arbitration body issues guidelines on AI use

In a bid to encourage responsible AI use in arbitrations and adjudications, the Association of Arbitrators (Southern Africa) recently published key AI Guidelines.

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Missed our last expert-led webinar? Catch up in your own time

In our most recent webinar, Andreas Tsangarakis explored the contentious and technical process of removing directors under the Companies Act. Whether you’re a director, shareholder, budding entrepreneur, or have an interest in corporate governance, don’t miss out on this engaging and helpful discussion with a premier corporate law expert. Watch the re-run on our dedicated YouTube channel now!

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Adam Ismail serves up expert insights at Cape Town Business Breakfast

Recently, STBB Director and corporate and commercial law expert, Adam Ismail, attended the Cape Town Business Breakfast as a distinguished guest speaker. Hosted by the Ubuntu Foundation, the event centred on South Africa’s evolving economic outlook, tax regulations, and legal frameworks. An M&A specialist with a sharp understanding of the impact of local and global regulatory shifts on investment strategy, Adam expertly discussed various legal updates affecting the market, including deal flow and investment in South Africa, public interest considerations in competition law, and the current B-BBEE landscape.

For sound legal guidance in all corporate and commercial law matters, get in touch with an expert. Let Adam and his experienced team handle all the legal complexities with ease.

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