Charl Du Plessis Attorneys is a specialised legal practice based in Hyde Park, Johannesburg.
We have over 35 years’ experience in commercial and company law, real estate and conveyancing, estate planning and estates, protected areas and litigation.
35+ Years
Experience
Personalised
Service
Integrated
Legal Expertise
Why Charl Du Plessis Attorneys?
Structure complex transactions
We partner closely with clients to ensure legal objectives are met.
Transparent process
Each client is well-informed and provided with clear cost estimates.
Efficient service
Our practice values precision, efficiency and clear communication.
Diverse range of clients
Including financial institutions, mining & property companies.

The right legal advice, for your specific needs.
Our Services Include:

Commercial & Company Law
We provide comprehensive drafting and advisory services for the entire lifecycle of a business.
- Transaction structuring
- Corporate governance
- Mergers & acquisitions
- Specialised contracts

Real Estate
Our firm specialises in unlocking land value through the following strategic services:
- Land development & proclamation
- Zoning & land rights
- Township establishment
- Sectional title & share blocks

Conveyancing
Our conveyancing department provides a streamlined service dedicated to the swift and accurate registration of property rights.
- Property registration & transfers
- Schemes & registers
- Rights & agreements
- Bond registrations

Protected Areas & Nature Reserves
Charl regularly advises on legislation pertaining to Protected Areas, Nature Reserves and Wildlife Estates.
- Extensive knowledge of the National Environmental Management: Protected Areas Act.
- Structuring Shareblocks and Sectional Title Schemes

Litigation
We provide specialist legal counsel in all aspects of Litigation, resolving disputes through high level mediation, arbitration and court action.
- Representing clients in High Court matters concerning Contractual and Delictual claims
- Policy interpretation related to insurance policies
- Business rescue

Estate Planning, Wills & Trusts
The company works in association with financial planners and asset managers to create estate plans for the accumulation, management, conservation and transfer of wealth.
- Trust services
- Legal documentation
- Estate management

Held Directorship at Ingwelala Private Nature Reserve (2016-2022)Trustee for Numerous Inter-vivos & Testamentary Family Trusts
Committee Member for Umbabat Steering Committee (2020–2022) Master of the High Court Appointment Investigating Family Trust Holdings of Nature Reserves in 2023
Committee Member for Umbabat Steering Committee (2020–2022)
About the Director
With over 35 years of experience, Charl Du Plessis is a Transactional Lawyer specialising in the strategic structuring and implementation of complex commercial and property matters.
His extensive legal background as an Attorney, Conveyancer and Notary Public is supported by advanced qualifications in Tax Practice, Company Law and Business Rescue.
Charl’s leadership extends to fiduciary roles and specialist appointments by the Master of the High Court.
