PP Smit Attorneys

REAL LEGAL SOLUTIONS

BUILT ON THE FOUNDATION OF LIFELONG PARTNERSHIPS WITH OUR CLIENTS.​

We strive to build lifelong partnerships with our clients by providing real, cost-effective, and swift solutions across a broad spectrum of the law.

REAL LEGAL solutions

At PP Smit Attorneys, we are committed to providing outstanding legal solutions that are tailored to meet your unique needs. Our team of down-to-earth professionals delivers results in a timely and cost-effective manner, across a wide range of practice areas.

SEA OF KNOWLEDGE

Know your rights and responsibilities

We keep you informed on all the latest legislation and news to make sure you have the information you need to make educated decisions about your legal matter.

THE PP SMIT PROMISE

Partnering with us means you can expect:

  • An Individualised Approach
  • Continuity
  • Broad Spectrum of Legal Solutions
  • Access to Established Networks
  • High Standards of Legal Work
  • Adherence to Ethical Norms and Standards
  • Risk Mitigation

OUR LEGAL edge

Do you need a law firm that is poised with the knowledge and resources to exceed your expectations? For more than 100 years, we’ve been the voice of reason and the firm with foresight on the West Coast.

Firmly Established

Established in 2004, PP Smit Attorneys is an experienced and rapidly growing law firm on the West Coast that has earned the respect of clients for our excellence in every area of the law.

Diverse Legal Team

Our firm has a balanced and unique blend of professionals, giving us the agility to provide our clients with the latest legal knowledge while guaranteeing the transfer of decades of experience in the industry.

Well-Resourced Support Structure

PP Smit Attorneys has a large and well-resourced support structure in place which ensures that our valued clients receive the personal and comprehensive attention they deserve.

Broad Spectrum of Legal Solutions

We offer a wide array of legal solutions, ranging from Property Law to Civil Litigation.

THE PP SMIT PROFESSIONALS

The key to our growing success? Our experienced team of independent thinkers who can challenge the status quo.

Introducing the brilliant minds who can guide you through any legal wave:

Pieter Smit
Partner | Attorney & Conveyancer | BA. LLB
Jan Fourie

Partner | Attorney, Notary & Conveyancer | BA. LLB

Johann Maree
Partner | Attorney | BA. LLB
Richard Phillips
Partner | Attorney | Bcom & BProc
Jandré Smith
Partner | Attorney | LLB
Andre van der Walt​

Partner | Attorney | LLB

THE LAW FIRM WITH
the human touch

We handle each case with care and attention, always looking for the best possible solution, based on each client’s unique needs.
Langebaan: 022 772 2072
Email: [email protected]






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    Carla Cloete

    Attorney, Conveyancer & Notary | LLB

    Carla obtained her LLB at the North West University, Potchefstroom Campus in 2015. She completed her articles in 2017 with Brits Dreyer Inc in Bellville. She is an admitted Attorney, Notary and Conveyancer. After her articles she relocated to Kimberley where she worked as a professional assistant in the Conveyancing department of Van de Wall Inc. Coming back to her Western Cape roots, she now joins the PP Smit team as a professional assistant.

    Carien Hamman

    Attorney & Notary | LLB

    Carien grew up and matriculated in the picturesque town of Ceres, whereafter she furthered her studies at the University of Stellenbosch and obtained her LLB degree in 2015. She completed her articles at VanderSpuy Cape Town in 2017 and stayed on as an associate litigant after being admitted as an attorney during early 2018. Carien loves the countryside and thus ventured back to Ceres where she joined Joubert Van Vuuren Inc. for a year. However, when she was presented with the opportunity to enjoy both the country- and the seaside, she couldn’t resist and joined PP Smit Attorneys at the beginning of 2022 as an avid litigator. When she is not at the office, Carien enjoys long walks, wine tasting, and exploring the area with her family and friends.

    Harmann Potgieter

    Attorney | LLB | NQF 7

    Harmann graduated in 2018 with an LLB degree from the North-West University’s Potchefstroom Campus. He went on to study and grow in various fields, including doing a course on the Consumer Protection Act and a course at the University of South Africa where he obtained his NQF 7 Certificate in the Administration of Deceased Estates.

    Harmann completed his articles of clerkship at Swemmer & Levin under the supervision of Mr Richard Phillips. After being admitted as an attorney in 2020, Harmann continued with PP Smit Attorneys as a professional assistant in the deceased estates department as well as the litigation department. He loves to study, possesses a deep curiosity about the world, and is dedicated to giving back to the community.

    Andre van der Walt

    Partner | Attorney | LLB

    Andre graduated in 2015 with an LLB degree from the University of Pretoria. He later went on to obtain his NQF 7 Certificate in the Administration of Deceased Estates from the University of South Africa, which allowed him to further his career in deceased estates and the drafting of wills and trusts. Andre served his articles at Barnard & Patel Attorneys under the supervision of Mr YAS Patel. After being admitted as an attorney in 2016, he continued working at Barnard & Patel Attorneys as a professional assistant in the deceased estates department.

    Andre joined Van Rensburg Attorneys in 2019 and was head of the deceased estates department until 2021. He then received the opportunity to move to the West Coast, where he joined Swemmer & Levin Attorneys, and not too long after that, he grabbed the opportunity to work at PP Smit Attorneys. Andre loves travelling and enjoys the beauty that our country has to offer with his friends, family, and loved ones.

    Jandré Smith

    Partner | Attorney | LLB

    Jandré grew up and matriculated in the small Klein Karoo town of Oudtshoorn. He furthered his studies at the North-West University in Potchefstroom, obtaining his LLB degree during 2015. He completed his articles at Swemmer & Levin in 2017 and was subsequently appointed as a professional assistant. In 2020, Jandré was promoted to the position of director of the firm, where he practices in the Litigation department. Jandré additionally joined the partnership of PP Smit Attorneys during the same year. When not practising law, Jandré is an avid sports fan. He has a passion for nature and enjoys camping, trail running, and mountain biking with his family.

    Richard Phillips

    Partner | Attorney | Bcom & BProc

    After matriculating at Paarl Boys’ High School, Richard completed his BCom and BProc degrees at the University of Port Elizabeth. He served his articles with Van Wyk Fouchee in Paarl and quickly developed an affinity for litigation. Richard has always had a deep love for the ocean and when he was presented with an opportunity he joined the partnership of PP Smit Attorneys during 2006. Richard specialises in general litigation and divorces. When he is not in the office or with his family, he tries to spend as much time as possible in or on the water.

    Johann Maree

    Partner | Attorney | BA. LLB

    Johann matriculated at Oudtshoorn High School and attended Stellenbosch University, where he obtained his BA Law and LLB degrees. Following his studies, he worked for three years as State Prosecutor at the Magistrate’s Court in Cape Town. Johann completed his legal training with the State Attorney in Pretoria and then moved to his hometown, Oudtshoorn, where he worked as a lawyer for a year. In 1983, he moved to Vredenburg and joined Swemmer & Levin, where after he joined the partnership of PP Smit Attorneys during 2006.. When he is not in the office, Johann enjoys cycling and in his earlier days, he used to be a long-distance junkie.

    Pieter Smit

    Partner | Attorney & Conveyancer | BA. LLB

    Pieter obtained his BA Law degree from Stellenbosch University in 1995 and his LLB degree from the North-West University in Potchefstroom in 1998. He served his articles at Marais Muller Attorneys from 1998 to 1999 and was admitted as an attorney in 2000 and as a conveyancer in 2002. Pieter is the founder of PP Smit Attorneys, which opened its doors in 2004. He also became a director of Swemmer & Levin in 2006. Pieter loves the outdoors and participating in all forms of sport, including tennis, golf, fishing, spearfishing, scuba diving, and hiking.

    Jan Fourie

    Partner |  Attorney, Notary & Conveyancer | BA. LLB

    Jan graduated in 1974 with a five-year BA LLB degree from the University of Stellenbosch, whereafter he was admitted as an advocate and prosecuted as such in the Cape Town and Wynberg Courts. In 1974, he joined Swemmer & Levin as the Candidate Attorney of Mr Levin (founding member) and was admitted as an attorney on 7 April 1976, as a conveyancer on 11 January 1978, and as a Notary on 19 December 1984. Since 1974, he has served in various committees, including the West Coast Chamber of Commerce, the Vredenburg School Committee, and the Malgas Lions Club. In 2004, he also joined the partnership of PP Smit Attorneys.

    Furthermore, Jan was the author of the first bilingual law book, The New Debt Collecting Procedures (Die Nuwe Skuldinvorderingsprosedures), which was used by all the Magistrate Courts throughout South Africa. With the founding of the Small Claims Court in Vredenburg, Jan served as one of the first Commissioners.