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Who we are and where we come from

Hard at Work in Practice Since 1998

Blake Attorneys was born on 1 October 1998 in a small office in Yeoville. For many years we were located on Oxford Road in Saxonwold and now we’re happily located in Greenside, Johannesburg.

We started out as personal injury litigators, which gave us a great deal of experience in court work. We no longer do any work in the field of personal injury. For the last 20 years we have represented small and medium businesses across the spectrum of industries. We litigate. That means we fight with people for money. Mostly we win. 
Lesley Blake was a single mother and has been involved in Family Law since 1998. We have been  involved in the divorce courts, the maintenance courts and the domestic violence courts since that time. Children’s court is another forum where we appear often. Of course the High Court is sometimes the only place where your problem can be solved, but we try to resolve your family problems as quickly as possible and as inexpensively as possible. Remember when considering whether you need an attorney or you should “do it yourself” that, where you have a substantial estate, you get one chance to construct a financially viable future. It is usually worthwhile to have at least one consultation before making life changing decisions. The Children’s Act 38 of 2005 has changed the practice of family law completely and it may be dangerous to make assumptions about what a court would do in your case without proper legal advice. We are a member of the South Gauteng Family Law Forum  and take seriously our obligation to keep up-to-date with developments in the law.
 
We do not now and never have run a collections business. We have nothing to do with “Blakes and associates” whatsoever and point out that they are not attorneys at all. Please do not call us with your queries about debt collecting as  we cannot assist you with those queries. If you need help with general legal matters, insurance, family law, deceased estates or business law – give us a call.

Testimonials

Faizel Cook

Blake Attorneys have been our attorneys of record for over a decade. It’s always given me a huge sense of comfort knowing we have them in our corner. Fierce, knowledgeable and fearless.

Lesley Stegman

I just want to thank you for being the most amazing Attorney ever. I am just blown away at the service that I have received from you  and the fact that you have gone way beyond your duties and my expectations in both my cases. I would recommend you to anyone requiring your services and can guarantee them that they are in the best possible hands.

Roshana Jansen

Lesley handled my legal matter with sensitivity, professionalism and with my best interests foremost at all times. 

Our Practice

Maintenance

If you need to bring an Application for Maintenance for your child or children, complete the form here, and take it to your local Magistrate’s Court.

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Unmarried Parents

Parenting Plans are advertised as the solution to all the problems of parenting with your ex.

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Divorce

Whether you are primarily concerned about the children or your main problem is trying to create a viable financial future, we can help. 

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Estates

We can help you with your Estate administration. We have a personal touch to manage the tricky processes of winding up your loved one’s Estate.

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Domestic Violence

For many people talking about the subject of Domestic Violence is difficult and stressful. For us, its a normal day at the office! 

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Business Law

Running a business is tough. But it is a lot easier when you have a tough Attorney in your corner.

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