About Divorce and Family Law Attorney Bertus Preller
Bertus Preller is not only the author of two well-known books "Everyone's Guide to Divorce and Separation," published by Random House, and "The Unexpected Counsellor" that is available on Takealot and Amazon, but also the author of South Africa's premier blog on family and divorce law, FamilyLaws. He has received multiple accolades, including being named Family Lawyer of the Year in South Africa by ACQ5 Finance magazine in 2015 and Best Divorce Lawyer in South Africa by Business Times in 2023. Currently practicing at Maurice Phillips Wisenberg in Cape Town, Bertus is also a seasoned Mediator and Arbitrator.
Having earned his legal education from the University of the Free State and the University of Johannesburg, Bertus was admitted to the bar in 1989. With over three decades of legal experience, he expanded his expertise into mediation and arbitration in 1996, serving as a Part-time Commissioner at the CCMA and acting as an Appeals Authority for the South African Police Services. His journey as an attorney has seen him representing clients and making significant contributions in various courts, from the Magistrates Court and High Court to the esteemed Constitutional Court. This vast experience not only underscores his comprehensive understanding of the legal landscape but also his adaptability and proficiency in handling a diverse range of cases. His practice focuses primarily on Family and Divorce Law, and he represents clients across South Africa.
Bertus is a frequently cited authority on Family Law, appearing in various media outlets including the Sunday Times, Business Times, and magazines like Noseweek, Keur, and Women's Health. He has also been a guest on television shows such as SABC's 3 Talk and Morning Live, as well as the 5FM Breakfast show. His clientele, a blend of artists, celebrities, athletes, and high-net-worth individuals, is a testament to his reputation for crafting tailored strategies for each unique case. Bertus's distinction is further exemplified by his out-of-the-box approach, consistently bringing creative strategies and novel solutions to intricate legal challenges. This mindset led to the inception of iDivorce, South Africa's first online DIY Divorce platform in 2006, showcasing his commitment to leveraging modern solutions to make legal processes more accessible to South Africans.
His legal expertise encompasses a wide range of areas including Divorce Law, Family Law, Divorce Mediation, Parenting Plans, Parental Responsibilities and Rights, Custody issues, same-sex marriages, rights of unmarried fathers, child abduction and Hague Convention cases, domestic violence issues, and international divorce law. Moreover, his dedication to staying updated is mirrored in his blog, FamilyLaws, which provides fresh insights on the latest Family and Divorce Law scenarios in South Africa.
Some notable cases and articles where Bertus appeared were:
Having earned his legal education from the University of the Free State and the University of Johannesburg, Bertus was admitted to the bar in 1989. With over three decades of legal experience, he expanded his expertise into mediation and arbitration in 1996, serving as a Part-time Commissioner at the CCMA and acting as an Appeals Authority for the South African Police Services. His journey as an attorney has seen him representing clients and making significant contributions in various courts, from the Magistrates Court and High Court to the esteemed Constitutional Court. This vast experience not only underscores his comprehensive understanding of the legal landscape but also his adaptability and proficiency in handling a diverse range of cases. His practice focuses primarily on Family and Divorce Law, and he represents clients across South Africa.
Bertus is a frequently cited authority on Family Law, appearing in various media outlets including the Sunday Times, Business Times, and magazines like Noseweek, Keur, and Women's Health. He has also been a guest on television shows such as SABC's 3 Talk and Morning Live, as well as the 5FM Breakfast show. His clientele, a blend of artists, celebrities, athletes, and high-net-worth individuals, is a testament to his reputation for crafting tailored strategies for each unique case. Bertus's distinction is further exemplified by his out-of-the-box approach, consistently bringing creative strategies and novel solutions to intricate legal challenges. This mindset led to the inception of iDivorce, South Africa's first online DIY Divorce platform in 2006, showcasing his commitment to leveraging modern solutions to make legal processes more accessible to South Africans.
His legal expertise encompasses a wide range of areas including Divorce Law, Family Law, Divorce Mediation, Parenting Plans, Parental Responsibilities and Rights, Custody issues, same-sex marriages, rights of unmarried fathers, child abduction and Hague Convention cases, domestic violence issues, and international divorce law. Moreover, his dedication to staying updated is mirrored in his blog, FamilyLaws, which provides fresh insights on the latest Family and Divorce Law scenarios in South Africa.
Some notable cases and articles where Bertus appeared were:
- AA v LA [2013] ZAWCHC 168
- B v B [2018] ZAWCHC 171
- J v L [2019] ZAFSHC 225
- H M v L M [2020] ZAWCHC 24
- SACCAWU and Others v Irvin & Johnson Limited Seafoods Division Fish Processing 2000 (3) SA 705; 2000 (8) BCLR 886
- AVW v SVW and Others (3118/2021) [2022] ZAWCHC 74
- E.W v V.H (12272/2022) [2023] ZAWCHC 58
- BLUE DOT PROPERTIES 391 (PTY) LTD V H.G AND OTHERS (1926/2023) [2023] ZAWCHC 269
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