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We are a Cape Town-based law firm dedicated to fostering personal and reliable relationships with both clients and colleagues. Our commitment is to provide legal services of the utmost quality while adopting a cost-effective approach for the benefit of our clients.


Our practice encompasses various areas of law, with a particular emphasis on cases that require litigation in the High Court, the administration of deceased estates, and family law matters. As a family-owned business, we comprehend the diverse interpretations of the term “family.” Families come in various forms, each unique in economic, cultural, social, and other dimensions. Nevertheless, they all share a common thread – a profound acknowledgment of the significance of the people involved.


Our specialization lies in family law, and we stand ready to assist you with any personal or family-related legal concerns when you need them the most. This includes issues such as relocation, child abduction, maintenance, prenuptial agreements, civil unions, adoption, parental rights and responsibility (custody) disputes, and other related family law matters.


Additionally, we boast a dedicated estate and trust department with a multi-faceted approach that encompasses a wide range of services. These services include estate planning, advice on pertinent tax matters (e.g., Estate Duty, Donations Tax, and Capital Gains Tax), administration of trusts and curatorships, as well as drafting wills and administering deceased estates.

OUR TEAM

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Démari Pfister-Swart

demari@pfisterattorneys.com

Démari founded Pfister Attorneys in 2014 and is an attorney who has the rights of appearance in the High Court, with 20+ years of extensive experience in the areas of Estate Planning, Formulation of Wills, Trust deeds and similarly, succession planning documentation, Administration of Estates and Family law Matters (Divorces, Maintenance, Domestic Violence etc). She lectured on Administration of Deceased Estates at the South African Law School for an extended period of time. She continues to lecture on the subject on an informal basis, which is a testament to her dedication to empowering other professionals to ensure the highest quality of service when it matters most.

Shawnees Francis

shawnees@pfisterattorneys.com

Shawnees Francis is our Candidate Legal Practitioner with a passion for helping others and a strong drive to make a difference in the field of Family Law and Deceased Estates. She obtained her LLB degree from the University of the Western Cape (UWC) in 2023 and completed her Practical Legal Training at LSSA (Cape Town) in 2024. She completed an Administration of Deceased Estates Course in 2024 and obtained a certificate with an 80% aggregate. Her experience at the UWC Legal Aid Clinic, particularly in divorce matters, fuelled her commitment to making a positive difference in her clients' lives. Shawnees approaches every case with dedication, ensuring that she delivers her best, both professionally and personally, as she continues to expand her knowledge in Family Law and estate planning.

Klarisse Jordaan

klarisse@pfisterattorneys.com / accounts@pfisterattorneys.com

KLARISSE JORDAAN serves as our dedicated Accounting and Administrative Assistant. With meticulous attention to detail and a strong organizational acumen, she ensures the smooth operation of financial and administrative tasks. Klarisse's commitment and expertise contribute significantly to our team's success and efficiency.

Daniel Pretorius

Estates1@pfisterattorneys.com

Daniel Pretorius is an Independent Deceased Estates Specialist Consultant to our firm. His has profound expertise in the field and navigates the complexities of estate administration meticulously, offering our clients peace of mind during challenging times. In addition to his extensive experience, he holds certifications in the Practical Approach to the Administration of Deceased Estates and a TEFL/TESOL Advanced Certificate (120 Hours) from TEFL Universal. These qualifications complement his advanced skills in legal and financial processes, as well as his ability to communicate and teach effectively across diverse contexts.

EJ Swart

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EJ SWART is our esteemed specialist in the Administration of Deceased Estates, exclusively focused on handling matters related to Deceased Estates. With profound expertise in this field, EJ navigates the complexities of estate administration meticulously, offering our clients peace of mind during challenging times.

OUR VISION

To be recognized as the number one South African legal firm that provides effective and sufficient legal solutions.

OUR MISSION

to provide effective and concrete legal remedies in all spheres of law in the most efficient and professional manner all over South Africa.

OUR VALUES

We pride our selves in handling our clients with the most respect and dignity through out our entire legal journey.

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WHAT OUR CLIENTS SAY

"I appreciate the efficiency and the professionality of Pfister Attorneys. Thank you so much."

Andrea Burton Company Executive

"We are grateful to how efficient was this process. Thank you so much."

Vanessa Houman Developer

"Ons is dankbaar. Julle is ouens is die beste. Weereens dankie Pfister prokureurs. Thank you."

Mark Heinz Manager

"From the start of the Litigation process. I was very happy with how you handled my case up to the very end. Thank you."

Michael Stuart Manager