For more than three decades, Dykes Van Heerden Attorneys and Conveyancers have served clients with dependable legal assistance. We have built our reputation by providing quality legal services and maintaining good relationships with our clients. 
 
Our firm was founded on friendship. It all began in Johannesburg with the partnership of Peter Dykes and Johan van Heerden in 1995. Later, Louis and Elana opened the Cape Town branch in 2004, and Chris Dykes then brought Lisa and Tom into the fold in 2011. 
 
What started as a passion for legal excellence quickly evolved into a firm driven by deep relationships and a vision to serve clients not just efficiently, but exceptionally. From its early days in Roodepoort through strategic partnerships and expansions, the firm was built on a foundation of trust, care, and commitment to getting the job done right.
 
As the firm grew across Gauteng, KwaZulu-Natal, and the Western Cape, it never lost sight of what mattered most: people. At Dykes Van Heerden, relationship is at the heart of everything we do. We believe that legal expertise should go hand in hand with compassion, accessibility, and strategic excellence.
Our reputation was earned by being fast-paced, forward-thinking, and meticulous, making even the most complex property transfers, bond registrations, and notarial processes feel seamless for our clients. With every signature, every transfer, and every consultation, we’ve proven that caring for our clients and communities isn’t an added benefit, it’s in our DNA.
 
Today, Dykes Van Heerden stands as a market-leading law firm that continues to go beyond expectations. We’ve evolved, but our purpose remains the same: to guide every legal journey with clarity, efficiency, and unwavering care. 

Going Beyond

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We form personal relationships with our clients and  ensure that we are always accessible to them 

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We add value for our clients through a strategic approach and excellence in our execution

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We are experienced and highly skilled at  what we do and know  how to get results  within the legal system 

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We are fast paced and efficient in resolving our clients’ needs, whilst keeping them informed

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We care for our community. We are local so that we can make deep connections with our clients and neighbours

Our team of experienced attorneys are experts in all aspects of conveyancing law, and offer our clients the highest level of quality service. Our reputation is built on our willingness to take the extra steps needed to guarantee satisfaction - we always go the extra mile to make sure that our clients are happy with the results of our work. A stress-free experience is important to us, so we pride ourselves on our personal service and attention to detail; ensuring that all aspects of our work are done accurately and efficiently.
 
We are passionate about property and we love what we do! We firmly believe that our work should bring joy to our clients and we strive to make it an enjoyable experience for everyone involved.
 
If you need assistance with the transfer of property ownership, or any other aspect of conveyancing law, then please do not hesitate to contact us for a free consultation. 

Gary, a real estate agent, testifies how good DvH's conveyancing services are

“I've known them for a very long time. They are always professional. The staff are there to help you. I consider them a part of my team.”


Gary John Nichols  
Remax

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“Their turnaround time is excellent. We get a report weekly. You walk in as clients, and leave as friends. They are my 'go-to' people.”


Rene Koekemoer 
Pam Golding Properties

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“DVH is like a family, you can just feel the love. You can lean on them, they are always out there to give you a hand.”



Brad Wessels 
Chas Everitt

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“I've known them for a very long time. They are always professional. The staff are there to help you. I consider them a part of my team.”


Gary John Nichols  
Remax

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“Their turnaround time is excellent. We get a report weekly. You walk in as clients, and leave as friends. They are my 'go-to' people.”



Rene Koekemoer 
Pam Golding Properties

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“DVH is like a family, you can just feel the love. You can lean on them, they are always out there to give you a hand.”



Brad Wessels
 
Chas Everitt

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“I've known them for a very long time. They are always professional. The staff are there to help you. I consider them a part of my team.”



Gary John Nichols  
Remax, 
Amanzimtoti

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“Their turnaround time is excellent. We get a report weekly. You walk in as clients, and leave as friends. They are my 'go-to' people.”



Rene Koekemoer 
Pam Golding Properties, Amanzimtoti

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“DVH is like a family, you can just feel the love. You can lean on them, they are always out there to give you a hand.”




Brad Wessels
 
Chas Everitt, 
Amanzimtoti 

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