Civil Litigation

At W Langson & Associates Inc., we offer comprehensive legal representation in civil litigation matters across South Africa’s court systems. Civil litigation involves resolving private disputes between individuals, businesses, or government entities through the courts. We act on behalf of plaintiffs and defendants, offering strategic guidance from pre-litigation stages through to enforcement of judgments.

Areas of Civil Litigation We Handle

Our civil litigation practice covers a wide range of legal disputes, including:

• Contract Disputes
  Representing clients in cases involving breach of contract, enforcement of terms, and claims for damages or specific performance.

• Property and Land Disputes
  Litigating over ownership, boundary issues, unlawful occupation, and land use conflicts.

• Delictual Claims
  Handling claims involving negligence, defamation, personal injury, and wrongful arrest.

• Debt Recovery
  Instituting legal proceedings to recover outstanding debts and enforcing court judgments.

• Family and Matrimonial Matters
  Assisting in civil matters such as divorces, maintenance disputes, and protection orders where litigation is required.

• Administrative and Public Law Disputes
  Challenging decisions made by public bodies through judicial review processes.

Our Litigation Process

Our legal team manages all phases of the litigation process, including:

• Pre-litigation Advice and Demand Letters
  Advising clients on the merits of their case and issuing formal notices of intention to sue.

• Pleadings and Court Filings
  Drafting summonses, notices of motion, statements of claim or defence, and other legal documents.

• Discovery and Pre-trial Procedures
  Gathering and reviewing evidence, managing disclosure obligations, and engaging in settlement negotiations.

• Trial and Court Appearances
  Representing clients in Magistrates’ Courts, Regional Courts, High Courts, and the Supreme Court of Appeal.

• Post-judgment Enforcement
  Executing court orders through attachment of assets, garnishee orders, and other legal mechanisms.

Courts We Appear In

• Magistrates’ Court and Regional Courts
  For less complex or lower-value matters.

• High Court and Supreme Court of Appeal
  For high-value, complex, or precedent-setting cases.

Why Choose Us

Litigation requires more than just knowledge of the law—it demands skillful advocacy, strategic planning, and procedural precision. At W Langson & Associates Inc., we are committed to protecting your interests and securing favourable outcomes. We litigate with integrity, guided by a strong sense of justice and an unwavering dedication to our clients’ legal rights.