Who qualifies for legal aid in SA?
This includes poor people and vulnerable groups such as women, children and the rural poor. Legal Aid SA applies a ‘means test’ to see whether you qualify in terms of what you earn. For example, employed individuals must earn less than R5 500 per month after tax has been taken off to qualify for legal aid.
What is the legal system in South Africa?
Our legal system is drawn mainly from four distinct sources: common law (through precedent); customary law; statute; and the Constitution. The common law is a continually developing system of rules that transforms in reflecting disseminated ‘legal convictions’ in the community.
What does LegalWise do?
LegalWise provides Paralegal services relating to debt issues in our Branches, over the phone, via our new video consultation service, e-mail or WhatsApp.
How much does a lawyer cost in South Africa?
The hourly rate for an advocate in South Africa can vary significantly. For junior advocates, rates might start from around R1,000 to R2,500 per hour. For more experienced senior advocates, fees can range from R3,000 to over R5,000 per hour.
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