Being appointed as the Executor of a deceased estate is both an honour and a significant legal responsibility. An Executor is entrusted with collecting and protecting estate assets, settling debts, and ensuring beneficiaries receive what they are entitled to. As Executors often manage substantial assets, South African law provides an important safeguard known as a bond of security. What is a bond of security? A bond of security is a financial guarantee issued by an insurer or

It is with profound sadness that Lawtons Africa mourns the passing of Arnold Shapiro, a distinguished attorney, respected mentor, and was South Africa's foremost authority in the field of wills, and deceased estates. Arnold was admitted as an attorney in 1979 after completing his B.Proc and LL.B degrees at the University of the Witwatersrand. His legal career spanned more than five decades and was marked by exceptional expertise, unwavering professionalism, and an enduring co

Written by: Amanda Mgiba (Candidate Attorney) Today, we commemorate the 1976 Soweto Uprising, when thousands of young people protested the injustices and inequalities of apartheid education policies. Hundreds of young people lost their lives fighting for their rights to equality, dignity, and education. This tragedy remains a powerful reminder of the courage, sacrifice, and bravery of young people in times of crisis. At its core, the Soweto Uprising was a fight for an educa