PP Smit Attorneys

YOUR LEGAL HARBOUR

Guiding clients through life’s major decisions.

At PP Smit Attorneys, we have built a reputation for being a knowledgeable and responsive law firm that delivers real, cost-effective, and swift solutions. Since the establishment of our firm, our attorneys have been committed to helping our clients, always striving to meet their unique needs and exceed their expectations.

While we have grown organically over time to assist clients from all walks of life, we have stayed true to our roots through a commitment to client excellence, anchored in local market knowledge. As such, we are uniquely positioned to provide global legal solutions with a local touch.

WHY PP SMIT?

At PP Smit Attorneys, we have built a reputation for being a knowledgeable and responsive law firm that delivers real, cost-effective, and swift solutions.

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.

Broad Spectrum of Legal Solutions

As one of the largest full-spectrum law firms in the area, we specialise in a wide array of areas, ranging from Property Law to Civil Litigation.

Well-Resourced Support Structure

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

THE PP SMIT WAY

Our growing success is built on:

Timely Delivery

We aim to deliver outstanding, practical, and cost-effective results in an efficient manner.

Strategic Approach

We provide a carefully planned strategic approach and pursue every angle to help you solve your legal problem.

Enduring Client Relationships

We are committed to establishing long-lasting relationships with our clients and we have a proven and consistently reliable track record of exceeding their expectations.

Continued Support and Guidance

We believe in being accessible, available, and responsive to you by providing ongoing support and guidance at every stage of the legal process.

What can you expect when choosing to partner with us?

An Individualised Approach: We work directly with you, enabling us to completely understand your specific needs. Such an approach leads to stronger, more unified solutions for each individual client.

Continuity: Having been in business since 2004, means we’ve worked through multiple economic cycles and have been there to help our clients navigate through all kinds of legal challenges.

Broad Spectrum of Legal Solutions: Instead of limiting ourselves to just one area of the law, we offer a broad spectrum of solutions. Whether you need help obtaining contracts or defending against a lawsuit, our attorneys are ready to assist you.

Access to Established Networks: We have relationships with other firms throughout the country that we can leverage to help you realise your goals.

High Standards of Legal Work: You can expect our attorneys to pursue every avenue for solutions, whether it be through negotiation or litigation. We work hard to ensure that your rights are protected and that you receive the compensation you deserve for your injuries or damages.

Adherence to Ethical Norms and Standards: We also have compliance with ethical norms and standards that ensure your interests are protected and your case is handled within the bounds of professional conduct.

Risk Mitigation: Our attorneys do everything they can to avoid delays and reduce risks associated with 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

Carla Cloete

Partner |Attorney, Conveyancer & Notary | LLB

THE LAW FIRM WITH
the human touch

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






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    Carla Cloete

    Partner | 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.