Services

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 Akram & Company Inc., led by attorney Yolanda Celeste Akram, is a trusted Durban-based law firm with more than 15 years of legal experience. Our firm is dedicated to protecting the rights of individuals, families, and businesses by delivering ethical, compassionate, and results-driven legal services. We pride ourselves on providing clear legal guidance, strong courtroom advocacy, and personalized attention tailored to each client’s needs. 

· Contested and uncontested divorce proceedings handled with sensitivity and professionalism

· Divorce mediation and settlement agreements to resolve disputes fairly and efficiently

· Child custody and guardianship disputes ensuring the best interests of the child are prioritised

· Maintenance and spousal support applications to secure financial stability for dependants

· Parenting plans, adoption, and enforcement of parental rights to safeguard families

· Domestic partnerships and cohabitation agreements for unmarried couples

· Enforcement of divorce decrees and family-related court orders

· Urgent applications for protection orders under the Domestic Violence Act

· Legal remedies for harassment, stalking, intimidation, and emotional abuse

· Court representation to safeguard victims and enforce protection measures.

· Asylum seeker guidance, including late applications and rejections

· Refugee status appeals and certification under Section 27(c) for permanent residence

· Representation before the Standing Committee for Refugee Affairs (SCRA)

· High Court reviews of unlawful or unfair Home Affairs decisions

· Overstay bans, appeals, and exemption applications

· V-listing removal for individuals declared undesirable

· Child citizenship applications under the Citizenship Act

· Applications to compel Home Affairs to finalize outstanding asylum, refugee, or visa decisions

· Urgent interventions for blocked ID documents caused by fraud allegations or administrative errors

· Urgent bail applications with 24/7 legal assistance

· Defense in criminal trials before magistrates’ and high courts

· Representation in fraud, theft, assault, and other criminal cases

· Plea bargaining, appeals, and reviews of unlawful arrests or detentions.

· Representation in civil disputes and claims across various sectors

· Contract enforcement and breach of contract cases

· Debt collection and debt defense

· Personal injury and damages claims

· High Court and Magistrates’ Court representation.

· Unfair dismissal and retrenchment disputes representation

· CCMA representation and mediation services

· Employment contract drafting and review

· Workplace harassment and discrimination claims

· Employer advisory services to ensure compliance with labor laws.

· Drafting and review of lease agreements and property contracts

· Conveyancing and property transfer disputes (with external partners where required)

· Commercial agreements and compliance support

· Business formation, contracts, and governance

· Notary services and affidavits

· Estate planning, wills, and administration of estates

· Legal drafting of contracts and agreements

· Administrative law and judicial review applications