Corporate and Commercial Law

We offer comprehensive corporate and commercial legal services designed to protect your business and ensure compliance with South African company law.

Mc Kelvey Inc | Attorneys and Conveyancers South Africa
01.

Company Formation & CIPC Compliance

We simplify the process of company registration and ensure full compliance with the Companies and Intellectual Property Commission (CIPC).
Our services include:

  • New Company Registrations: Quick, compliant setup of new entities.
  • Amendments & Director Changes: Assistance with CoR filings and maintaining accurate company records.
  • Beneficial Ownership Declarations: Preparation and submission of ownership disclosures to ensure transparency.
  • Share Certificates & Resolutions: Proper drafting and issuance of governance documentation.
02.

Corporate Governance

Strong governance builds investor and stakeholder trust. We assist with:

  • Shareholders’ Agreements: Clearly defining shareholder rights and responsibilities.
  • Memorandum of Incorporation (MOI): Drafting or reviewing MOIs to align with your business structure.
  • Company Policies & Board Resolutions: Ensuring legal compliance and corporate accountability.
  • Director Duties & Compliance: Guiding boards on their statutory and fiduciary duties.
03.

Commercial Agreements

We draft, review, and negotiate contracts that protect your interests and reduce legal risk.

  • Sale of Shares / Business: Structuring transactions for optimal outcomes.
  • Joint Ventures, MOUs & NDAs: Formalising partnerships and protecting confidentiality.
  • Service Level Agreements (SLAs): Ensuring clarity in business relationships.
  • Lease Agreements: Securing fair, enforceable lease terms.
04.

Trust Formation & Amendments

We guide individuals and families in creating or amending trusts to manage and protect assets.

  • Trustee Appointments & Resignations
  • Letters of Authority Applications
  • Compliance with the Master’s Office
  • Drafting of Resolutions & Beneficiary Distributions