Henk Scheepers Inc | Attorneys & Conveyancers

Commercial Law Attorneys for South African Businesses

Commercial arrangements should be structured so that parties understand their obligations, the allocation of risk and what happens if the relationship changes. Henk Scheepers Inc advises businesses, directors and entrepreneurs on commercial agreements, corporate matters and disputes. Our approach is to identify the legal issues that affect the commercial outcome, rather than complicate a transaction unnecessarily.

Commercial contracts and transactions

We assist with drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements, including supply, distribution, services, confidentiality, sale of business, lease and other business contracts. Particular attention is given to payment terms, warranties, liability, termination, security and effective dispute-resolution mechanisms.

Companies, shareholders and directors

The Companies Act 71 of 2008 regulates important aspects of company administration, governance and the relationships between companies, shareholders and directors. We advise on appropriate agreements and corporate decisions, including shareholder arrangements, director responsibilities and disputes concerning the management or control of a business. The company’s memorandum of incorporation and the specific circumstances remain important.

Business acquisitions, partnerships and restructuring

A proposed acquisition, disposal of a business or change in ownership requires more than agreement on a purchase price. We assist with the legal agreements and the allocation of risks relating to assets, liabilities, conditions precedent, restraints, confidential information and post-transaction obligations. Where the arrangement requires specialist regulatory or financial input, this should be considered before conclusion.

Commercial disputes and enforcement

Commercial disputes often arise from unpaid obligations, defective performance, termination, ownership or shareholder disagreements. We assist with assessing the contract and evidence, correspondence and settlement discussions, and litigation or other dispute-resolution processes where appropriate. Before proceedings are instituted, it is important to assess the contractual remedies, forum, prospects, recoverability and likely costs.

Legal support as a business grows

Commercial advice should not be confined to disputes. Clear contracts, understood deadlines and consistent procedures can prevent avoidable exposure. Businesses that require recurring support may also consider our HS Legal Partner service, while discrete agreements can be submitted for contract review.

Discuss your commercial matter

Our offices in Cape Town and Vanderbijlpark assist clients across the Western Cape and Gauteng. Use the consultation form below to describe the transaction, agreement or dispute, or email the firm directly. We will assess the enquiry, the documents and any relevant deadlines before confirming the appropriate scope of assistance.