We offer a comprehensive range of specialised legal services, tailored to meet your unique needs. We understand that choosing the right approach can feel overwhelming, which is why our team is here to guide you with clear advice and practical solutions every step of the way.
From wills and trusts, estate planning, and property transfers to bond registrations, divorce matters, and BEE advisory services, we bring the right expertise together to ensure a seamless experience and results you can trust.
Our Speciality Services
Property Transfers
Seamless guidance through property transactions
Our conveyancing team will guide you through all the uncertainties and questions you may have regarding the purchase or sale of residential properties, and what your rights are. We will gladly assist with advice regarding the scope of responsibilities and fees payable to agents and other service providers as well. By entrusting us to facilitate your property transfers you will benefit from the wealth of our experience and network of our contacts in every way possible.
We are experts in the drafting of wills and establishing trusts. Our services include providing practical advice and preparing testamentary documents, as well as guidance on all related issues. This includes drafting trust deeds and registering trusts with the Master of the High Court.
Efficient, compassionate estate administration support
The choice of a qualified and knowledgeable person or company to attend to the administration of a deceased estate right from the onset is crucial. We will put your mind at ease about issues such as executorship, “frozen funds” and the process which has to be followed from A to Z. Our team will furthermore assist with the sale and transfer of properties within the estate and ensure that the winding down of the estate is done within the shortest period possible.
Resolving rental disputes with practical solutions
We fully appreciate the frustrations which property owners and landlords experience with defaulting tenants and offer sound advice and prompt service with regards to all your needs and questions. Expert advice on court procedures and legislation is available to set your mind at ease. With our experienced team on your side you will be able to get the best returns from your rental property portfolio.
If you have any questions about the advisability to lodge an appeal - for yourself or on behalf of someone you know who has been convicted of a criminal offence - you should contact us. We can obtain access to all the information which may be needed to make an informed decision regarding further steps and will be able to arrange jail visits as well.
Our professionals will answer all your queries relating to claims as a result of personal injuries, especially those against the Road Accident Fund. If we are not able to assist we will refer you to other competent professionals without delay.
Our fields of experience include litigation against city councils and various government departments. Contact us for advice on issues ranging from delays in pension pay-outs to disputes about utility bills / disconnections.
Members of our team are experts in this field and will be able to assist with the drafting of contracts, settling of construction-related disputes, litigation, as well as the recovery of debt.
I was, for many years, a professional civil engineering technologist and the owner of three successful civil engineering close corporations. In 2014, I was involved in a serious motorcycle accident and spent an extended period in hospital recovering from my injuries. As I was not in a position to manage my own affairs at the time, I was placed under curatorship. After years of rehabilitation, I recovered to the point where I felt able to resume control of my finances and assets. With the guidance and support of Gerard Stoop, the necessary reports were obtained from a clinical psychologist and a psychiatrist. On 27 February 2025, a successful application was brought on my behalf in the High Court to have the curatorship set aside. I am deeply grateful for the excellent support, assistance, and guidance provided by Gerard Stoop, and for securing my release from curatorship after a lengthy period of 11 years
GJ Lewis
Where do I begin to sing Mr Gerard Stoop's praises? A while ago, I was on drugs and made some serious bad decisions. I was charged with a criminal offense and Mr Stoop did not judge or make me feel less of a person. Instead he gently got me to open up and made me aware of what could happen. I could be serving jail time. However, Gerard fought for me in court and I ended up with no jail time, but house arrest and community service. This was the turning point in my life and I have Mr Stoop to thank from the bottom of my heart. I will forever be in his debt for giving me my life back
Yoland Hyder
Gerard Stoop Attorney and his personell are the best people I have ever trusted with my legal affairs. They treat you more like family than a client - always friendly, honest, and helpful, and committed to fighting for what is right. I have been part of their “family” for 26 years, and they have handled all my matters. I have never regretted it - Mr & Mrs Stoop are always willing to help, no matter what the problem may be, albeit to refer you to someone else more qualified.
W Van Jaarsveld
Fast and efficient service from Yvette and Gerard. Despite the national struggle with the Master's Office, this attorneys concern gets things done. Would highly recommend them to move your Last Will/Testament to, as the larger banks and many trust companies are an admin shambles. Not so with Stoop Attorneys. I am a tax practitioner, and witnessed their great service.
