Cape Town · Johannesburg · South Africa

Trusted legal counsel,
delivered with precision.

Strauss Botes Attorneys & Advocates is a full-service South African law firm helping individuals and businesses navigate complex legal matters with clarity, integrity and results.

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30+Years combined experience
1,200+Matters resolved
98%Client satisfaction
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Who we are

A modern firm built on old-fashioned trust.

Founded in the heart of South Africa, Strauss Botes brings together seasoned attorneys and advocates who believe great legal work begins with listening. We combine deep courtroom experience with a practical, commercial mindset.

Whether you are protecting a business, securing property, or resolving a dispute, our team gives you straight answers and a clear path forward — no jargon, no surprises.

  • Admitted attorneys & advocates of the High Court
  • Transparent, fixed-fee options on many matters
  • Responsive communication at every stage

What we do

Practice Areas

Specialist expertise across the areas that matter most to you.

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Commercial & Corporate

Company formation, contracts, mergers, acquisitions and ongoing commercial advisory for businesses of every size.

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Property & Conveyancing

Transfers, bond registrations, lease agreements and property disputes handled efficiently and accurately.

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Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Strategic representation in the High Court, Magistrate's Court, arbitration and mediation.

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Family Law

Divorce, maintenance, custody and antenuptial contracts, managed with care and discretion.

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Labour & Employment

CCMA representation, disciplinary processes, contracts and workplace compliance for employers and employees.

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Wills & Estates

Drafting of wills, estate planning and the administration of deceased estates with full transparency.

The people

Meet Our Team

Experienced attorneys committed to your outcome.

Portrait of Adv. Pieter Strauss

Adv. Pieter Strauss

Founding Partner · Litigation
Portrait of Lindiwe Botes

Lindiwe Botes

Partner · Commercial Law
Portrait of Johan van der Merwe

Johan van der Merwe

Senior Associate · Property
Portrait of Nomsa Dlamini

Nomsa Dlamini

Associate · Family Law

The difference

Why clients choose Strauss Botes

We are large enough to handle the most demanding matters, yet small enough that every client speaks directly to the attorney handling their case.

Direct partner access

You work with senior attorneys, not a rotating cast of juniors.

Clear, upfront pricing

No hidden costs. We agree on fees before any work begins.

Local insight

Deep knowledge of South African law and the courts we appear in.

Always responsive

We answer calls and emails — usually within one business day.

“Strauss Botes guided our company through a difficult commercial dispute with calm, clarity and skill. They genuinely cared about the outcome.”

Get in touch

Let's discuss your matter.

Book a confidential consultation. Tell us what you're facing and we'll tell you how we can help.

  • 📍 9th Floor, West Street Towers, 152 West Street, Sandton, Johannesburg, 2196, South Africa
  • ✉️ [email protected]
  • 🕒 Mon – Fri: 08:00 – 17:00