Thomson Wilks is a full service law firm that has provided world class legal services to clients ranging from JSE-listed firms to individuals for over 25 years
Since 1995
decades OF
dedication
Thomson Wilks is the quintessential new age law firm which has been an early adopter of several law firm innovations.
Our lawyers are experts in their fields of specialisation, but they’re also widely knowledgeable, bringing an integrated understanding of law, society and policy to our practice.
Through our commitment to mentorship and social responsibility, we are proudly helping to build the next generation of lawyers.
a new age law firm
For A NEW ECONOMY
Innovation is built into our firm. Thomson Wilks has pioneered a decentralised practice, which enables our lawyers to work independently, according to their chosen methods and specialisations, with the support of our formidable centralised infrastructure.
25 years of experience- solutions focused
- global presence
- legal innovators
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The Hidden Risks of Cessions in Security
Cessions in security (otherwise known as cessions in securitatem debiti) have long been used by lenders to secure the performance of borrowers, offering what appears to be a straightforward collateral mechanism.
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When Medicine & Culture Clash: Enforcing the Best Interests of the Child
High Court reaffirms its role as Upper Guardian of Minor Children
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Proposed Minimum Conditions For “On Call” Employees
The BCEA does not currently contain a comprehensive framework regulating employees who are required to be available for work without guaranteed hours, often referred to as “on call”, “flexitime” or “zero hour” employees.
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Labour Court Allows R3.1m Payout to Former Rainbow Chicken Employee After 13-year Legal Battle
In a recent judgement, the Labour Court allowed a former employee of RCL Foods Consumer (Pty) Ltd to enforce a compensation award of approximately R3.19 million, despite the employer’s intention to appeal the decision.
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