For the Love of Law

The impact of Covid-19 on existing and future contracts is a serious challenge. Can companies declare Force Majeure or an Act of God in response to the claims and hurdles they face? The Coronavirus has turned our worlds upside down, and the worry is that this could become fertile ground for lawsuits. What is the law on this? In studio with Garry is Kevin van Huysteen of Fluxmans Attorneys. Fluxmans Attorneys

How are you going to deal with huge bills mounting up? Are you in danger of losing your car, your house, and the embarrassment of being unable to pay school fees? How are the banks reacting to this? Are the courts going to come down hard on us, and how do we get the best protection? In studio with Garry and with the answers is Jack Phalane of Fluxmans Attorneys. Fluxmans Attorneys

How far must employers go in standing by their employees? How can an employee claim benefit from an employer, and how long can an employer withstand the absence of its employees during these tough times? Can you insist on working from home? What are the respective legal rights and obligations? In studio with Garry and with the answers is Lisa-Anne King of Fluxmans Attorneys. Fluxmans Attorneys

Is your business facing the possibility of going bust during these unfortunate times? How can you save your company from being shut down? Is Business Rescue the way to go, or will creditors lose patience? What about personal guarantees signed? In studio with Garry is Colin Strime of Fluxmans Attorneys. Fluxmans Attorneys

CliffCentral.com — The impact of Covid-19 on existing and future contracts is a serious challenge. Can companies declare Force Majeure or an Act of God in response to the claims and hurdles they face? The Coronavirus has turned our worlds upside down, and the worry is that this could become fertile ground for lawsuits. What is the law on this? In studio with Garry is Kevin van Huysteen of Fluxmans Attorneys. Fluxmans Attorneys

CliffCentral.com — How are you going to deal with huge bills mounting up? Are you in danger of losing your car, your house, and the embarrassment of being unable to pay school fees? How are the banks reacting to this? Are the courts going to come down hard on us, and how do we get the best protection? In studio with Garry and with the answers is Jack Phalane of Fluxmans Attorneys. Fluxmans Attorneys

CliffCentral.com — How far must employers go in standing by their employees? How can an employee claim benefit from an employer, and how long can an employer withstand the absence of its employees during these tough times? Can you insist on working from home? What are the respective legal rights and obligations? In studio with Garry and with the answers is Lisa-Anne King of Fluxmans Attorneys. Fluxmans Attorneys

CliffCentral.com — Is your business facing the possibility of going bust during these unfortunate times? How can you save your company from being shut down? Is Business Rescue the way to go, or will creditors lose patience? What about personal guarantees signed? In studio with Garry is Colin Strime of Fluxmans Attorneys. Fluxmans Attorneys

While Steven Fisher was still figuring out what he wanted to do when he grew up, he became a specialist in Property law - including conveyancing and commercial property work. After completing his articles, he joined Werksmans where he remained for 10 years. Steven was appointed as a director in 1999 and moved to Fluxmans 2004. An committed family man, avid road runner and volunteer for community projects, Steven says he's still not sure what he wants to do when he grows up! Fluxmans Attorneys

Trevor graduated from the University of Cape Town with a BA Degree (1998), an LLB Degree (1991) and an LLM Degree (2003). He was admitted as an attorney in 1994. He practiced in various firms, big and small, in Cape Town, Sydney and Johannesburg, and eventually joined Fluxmans as a director in 2014 in the Litigation Department. When not litigating, Trevor keeps an eagle eye on international affairs, is an avid reader of biographies and autobiographies and keenly follows the fortunes of our national sports teams on the international stage. Fluxmans Attorneys

Jonathan is a self-described “handsome baby” who became a law student at Wits with an LLB in 2006. He served his articles at Fluxmans and was admitted as to an attorney in 2004, later becoming a Director of Fluxmans in 2007. His area of expertise is commercial and civil litigation, including debt recovery, dispute resolution, construction related disputes, and even litigation relating to billboards and outdoor advertising. Jonathan has also been involved in disputes around tender awards by organs of state such as PRASA, Eskom and various municipalities. His interests are playing guitar, boxing and mindfulness (meditation). Fluxmans Attorneys

Full of wisdom and fascinating stories – that's one way to describe Lionel Dos Passos. He started out studying a BSc at Wits in 1996 majoring in Microbiology, Genetics and Advanced Biology. He later completed his LLB (with distinction) at Wits in 2001 and commenced articles at Fluxmans in 2002, becoming a Director in 2007. Lionel's focus is litigation and insolvency and business rescue. He also keeps the balance with a wide range of interests and hobbies including travelling, reading extensively, going to gym and watching Premier League football. Fluxmans Attorneys

CliffCentral.com — While Steven Fisher was still figuring out what he wanted to do when he grew up, he became a specialist in Property law - including conveyancing and commercial property work. After completing his articles, he joined Werksmans where he remained for 10 years. Steven was appointed as a director in 1999 and moved to Fluxmans 2004. An committed family man, avid road runner and volunteer for community projects, Steven says he’s still not sure what he wants to do when he grows up!

CliffCentral.com — Trevor graduated from the University of Cape Town with a BA Degree (1998), an LLB Degree (1991) and an LLM Degree (2003). He was admitted as an attorney in 1994. He practiced in various firms, big and small, in Cape Town, Sydney and Johannesburg, and eventually joined Fluxmans as a director in 2014 in the Litigation Department. When not litigating, Trevor keeps an eagle eye on international affairs, is an avid reader of biographies and autobiographies and keenly follows the fortunes of our national sports teams on the international stage.

CliffCentral.com — Jonathan is a self-described “handsome baby” who became a law student at Wits with an LLB in 2006. He served his articles at Fluxmans and was admitted as to an attorney in 2004, later becoming a Director of Fluxmans in 2007. His area of expertise is commercial and civil litigation, including debt recovery, dispute resolution, construction related disputes, and even litigation relating to billboards and outdoor advertising. Jonathan has also been involved in disputes around tender awards by organs of state such as PRASA, Eskom and various municipalities. His interests are playing guitar, boxing and mindfulness (meditation).

CliffCentral.com — Full of wisdom and fascinating stories – that’s one way to describe Lionel Dos Passos. He started out studying a BSc at Wits in 1996 majoring in Microbiology, Genetics and Advanced Biology. He later completed his LLB (with distinction) at Wits in 2001 and commenced articles at Fluxmans in 2002, becoming a Director in 2007. Lionel’s focus is litigation and insolvency and business rescue. He also keeps the balance with a wide range of interests and hobbies including travelling, reading extensively, going to gym and watching Premier League football.

No one tells a story quite like Costa Carides! He is the man you want to be sitting next to at a dinner party, sure to enthral you with his knowledge of history to his love for baking. He qualified at the University of Witwatersrand with a BA in 1969 and Bachelor of Laws in 1970. Soon after, he was led to joining Fluxmans in 1984, now being one of the longest serving directors at the firm. And once he gets going on his areas of expertise in Commercial Law, Corporate Law, Estate Agency Law, Joint Ventures, and Mergers and Acquisitions, you'll see why he has been making waves in the world of law for many years. Fluxmans Attorneys

A dedicated husband and father of two, Darryn doesn't look like a typical lawyer. He's a fanatical football fan and lifelong supporter of Tottenham Hotspur Football Club, and he has also been a specialist labour lawyer for a long time, having joined Fluxmans back in 1997. Darryn enjoys the dynamic and evolving nature of Labour Law, and represents his clients at employment law tribunals (CCMA) and the Labour Court, having been involved in a many challenging and diverse cases. He also plays the guitar! Fluxmans Attorneys

Priscilla looks like one of those slick lawyers you see on TV, except she's the real thing. Originally from Hermannsburg, a German area in KZN, she completed a Bachelor of Law Degree at Wits University in 2011, joined Fluxmans to do her articles and has been with them ever since. She is a senior associate attorney with Right of Appearance in the High Court of South Africa, specialising in all forms of dispute resolution. She has experience in Magistrates' Court procedures, High Court procedures, arbitrations, family law and tax law. She keeps the balance with being an active hiker, baker and all-round adventurer. Fluxmans Attorneys

Danie has been a director at Fluxmans since 2010. His journey started at RAU in 1980, and he obtained his BA LLB degree in 1985. For a while he lectured in commercial law, estoppel and unjust enrichment, whilst completing his thesis for his LLM degree. In contrast to many, Danie practiced as an advocate at the Johannesburg Bar, before he decided to join Fluxman Rabinowitz Raphaely Weiner as an attorney. Specialising in commercial and labour litigation, he also has a broad spectrum of experience from when he was Group Human Resources and Legal Director on the Metcash Trading Africa Board of Directors. Fluxmans Attorneys

Charles started off in politics and lobbying... but we all make mistakes. Fate had a future carved out for him in law, and Charles specialises in corporate, mergers and acquisitions law, especially in the retail, franchise and mining sectors. He has extensive experience in advising domestic and international clients on their South African and African operations. He does all of this while being cool, calm and collected, in the comfort of his office. Charles, a Director of Fluxmans since 2016, has a BA LLB( Wits), certificates in Mining Law and IT Law and a member of the Law Society of South Africa's tax matters and exchange control committee. And beyond the law, Charles has also written a comedy series for TV - watch this space! Fluxmans Attorneys

CliffCentral.com — No one tells a story quite like Costa Carides! He is the man you want to be sitting next to at a dinner party, sure to enthral you with his knowledge of history to his love for baking. He qualified at the University of Witwatersrand with a BA in 1969 and Bachelor of Laws in 1970. Soon after, he was led to joining Fluxmans in 1984, now being one of the longest serving directors at the firm. And once he gets going on his areas of expertise in Commercial Law, Corporate Law, Estate Agency Law, Joint Ventures, and Mergers and Acquisitions, you'll see why he has been making waves in the world of law for many years.

CliffCentral.com — A dedicated husband and father of two, Darryn doesn’t look like a typical lawyer. He’s a fanatical football fan and lifelong supporter of Tottenham Hotspur Football Club, and he has also been a specialist labour lawyer for a long time, having joined Fluxmans back in 1997. Darryn enjoys the dynamic and evolving nature of Labour Law, and represents his clients at employment law tribunals (CCMA) and the Labour Court, having been involved in a many challenging and diverse cases. He also plays the guitar!

CliffCentral.com — Priscilla looks like one of those slick lawyers you see on TV, except she’s the real thing. Originally from Hermannsburg, a German area in KZN, she completed a Bachelor of Law Degree at Wits University in 2011, joined Fluxmans to do her articles and has been with them ever since. She is a senior associate attorney with Right of Appearance in the High Court of South Africa, specialising in all forms of dispute resolution. She has experience in Magistrates’ Court procedures, High Court procedures, arbitrations, family law and tax law. She keeps the balance with being an active hiker, baker and all-round adventurer.

CliffCentral.com — Danie has been a director at Fluxmans since 2010. His journey started at RAU in 1980, and he obtained his BA LLB degree in 1985. For a while he lectured in commercial law, estoppel and unjust enrichment, whilst completing his thesis for his LLM degree. In contrast to many, Danie practiced as an advocate at the Johannesburg Bar, before he decided to join Fluxman Rabinowitz Raphaely Weiner as an attorney. Specialising in commercial and labour litigation, he also has a broad spectrum of experience from when he was Group Human Resources and Legal Director on the Metcash Trading Africa Board of Directors.

CliffCentral.com — Charles started off in politics and lobbying... but we all make mistakes. Fate had a future carved out for him in law, and Charles specialises in corporate, mergers and acquisitions law, especially in the retail, franchise and mining sectors. He has extensive experience in advising domestic and international clients on their South African and African operations. He does all of this while being cool, calm and collected, in the comfort of his office. Charles, a Director of Fluxmans since 2016, has a BA LLB( Wits), certificates in Mining Law and IT Law and a member of the Law Society of South Africa’s tax matters and exchange control committee. And beyond the law, Charles has also written a comedy series for TV - watch this space!

From Johannesburg Junior Mayor and head boy of Sandringham High School to director at Fluxmans, that's Darryl Furman for you. Darryl started exceeding expectations at an early age. Darryl was admitted as an attorney in 2003 after obtaining a BCom (Law) and LLB degrees and admitted as a conveyancer in 2005. He specialises in Commercial and Property Law and has been a Director at Fluxmans since 2008. As one of the top conveyancers in Johannesburg, Darryl knows how to handle tough situations. Do good fences make good neighbours? He'll tell you. What hasn't changed over the years is that he still enjoys “date night” with his wife! There's always time to appreciate family, friends and fun time. Fluxmans Attorneys

When it comes to partnering with corporations and high network individuals, providing a complete service across industries for their legal requirements, Jerome Levitz is your man! Graduating from Wits with a BA degree and LLB (UNISA) in 1993, Jerome was admitted as a Commissioner of the Small Claims Court in 2012 and joined Fluxmans and became a Director in 2003. His areas of expertise include commercial and civil litigation, criminal law, mining litigation and telecommunications litigation. Jerome keeps grounded by spending time with his wife and two beautiful daughters. Fluxmans Attorneys

Galia's no slouch – she's a member of the Golden Key Society (Top 15% of her year). She completed her BCOM in 2008 majoring in law and marketing then completed an LLB in 2010. She completed her articles at Fluxmans in 2012 and became a Director in 2017. Focusing on litigation, Galia obtained her right of appearance to appear in the High Court. When it comes to commercial and residential evictions, Galia knows how to skilfully navigate her way through the process and challenges, and there's never a dull day. Fluxmans Attorneys

CliffCentral.com — From Johannesburg Junior Mayor and head boy of Sandringham High School to director at Fluxmans, that's Darryl Furman for you. Darryl started exceeding expectations at an early age. Darryl was admitted as an attorney in 2003 after obtaining a BCom (Law) and LLB degrees and admitted as a conveyancer in 2005. He specialises in Commercial and Property Law and has been a Director at Fluxmans since 2008. As one of the top conveyancers in Johannesburg, Darryl knows how to handle tough situations. Do good fences make good neighbours? He’ll tell you. What hasn’t changed over the years is that he still enjoys “date night” with his wife! There’s always time to appreciate family, friends and fun time.

CliffCentral.com — When it comes to partnering with corporations and high network individuals, providing a complete service across industries for their legal requirements, Jerome Levitz is your man! Graduating from Wits with a BA degree and LLB (UNISA) in 1993, Jerome was admitted as a Commissioner of the Small Claims Court in 2012 and joined Fluxmans and became a Director in 2003. His areas of expertise include commercial and civil litigation, criminal law, mining litigation and telecommunications litigation. Jerome keeps grounded by spending time with his wife and two beautiful daughters.

CliffCentral.com — Galia’s no slouch – she’s a member of the Golden Key Society (Top 15% of her year). She completed her BCOM in 2008 majoring in law and marketing then completed an LLB in 2010. She completed her articles at Fluxmans in 2012 and became a Director in 2017. Focusing on litigation, Galia obtained her right of appearance to appear in the High Court. When it comes to commercial and residential evictions, Galia knows how to skilfully navigate her way through the process and challenges, and there’s never a dull day.

Long time senior partner and CEO of Fluxmans (and Chairman of Supergroup), Phillip Vallet was cited in Chambers Global (The World's Leading Lawyers for Business - Client's Guide) as "one of the leading commercial lawyers in South Africa”. He's that and a whole lot more. Leading an important team of lawyers and creating a culture unlike that of any other firm, Phil gently nudges his brilliant team in the right direction and is respected by all. His colourful career and experience is peppered with stories of the good and great, and funny anecdotes about the practice of law that would make even hardened practitioners knowingly smile. Fluxmans Attorneys

CliffCentral.com — Long time senior partner and CEO of Fluxmans (and Chairman of Supergroup), Phillip Vallet was cited in Chambers Global (The World’s Leading Lawyers for Business - Client’s Guide) as "one of the leading commercial lawyers in South Africa”. He’s that and a whole lot more. Leading an important team of lawyers and creating a culture unlike that of any other firm, Phil gently nudges his brilliant team in the right direction and is respected by all. His colourful career and experience is peppered with stories of the good and great, and funny anecdotes about the practice of law that would make even hardened practitioners knowingly smile. Fluxmans Attorneys

Some lawyers aren't just qualified in law. Here's one who wrote his Master's Thesis on Artificial Intelligence! Ryszard Lisinski is a Commercial Dispute Resolution Specialist in the Commercial Litigation Department at Fluxmans. A techno geek by nature, he has a particular interest in communications, information technology, media and privacy law. In addition, he has extensive experience in Insurance Law and Restructuring. Fluxmans Attorneys

Not all businesses have a smooth ride. Sometimes things go wrong. That's when you need Kevin Van Huyssteen. An expert in commercial litigation, Kevin has years of experience - starting in Zimbabwe in the late '70s and joining Fluxmans as a Director in 2013. Kevin is at his best litigating in court, dealing with high-level evictions, human rights, property, insurance, landlord and tenant issues, and environmental law. Fluxmans Attorneys

Ira Epstein wanted to be a hotelier, but went on to graduate with a B.Com and then LLB (Cum Laude) in 1981. With extensive experience in Commercial and Corporate and Mergers and Acquisitions, Ira is your best bet to make sure your interests are protected in all manner of business transactions. Despite not having a hotel of his own, Ira has been a Director at Fluxmans since 2008 and confidently navigates the world of commerce from a legal point of view. Fluxmans Attorneys

South Africa can be a complex place, especially in the fields of commercial and corporate law. Thanks to Jack Phalane, many clients have obtained advice on commercial transactions, mergers, acquisitions and black economic empowerment. A lawyer's lawyer, Jack graduated from Wits with a BA in 1999, with an LLB in 2001, an LLM in 2002 and most recently an MBA. Jack has been a director of Fluxmans since 2004 and sits as an independent trustee on various empowerment trusts and is chairperson of the Tax Board for the hearing of income tax appeals. Fluxmans Attorneys

At a desk cluttered with hundreds of files sits an expert in commercial and corporate related litigation, insolvency laws, business restructure and turnarounds. Colin Strime is one of the leading attorneys in South Africa. He completed BProc degree at Wits in 1979 and was awarded the law society prize for the most outstanding law student. He's still outstanding and has been a Director of Fluxmans since 2003. Sometimes he finds time to cycle. Fluxmans Attorneys

When you see cranes on the horizon, you can bet Lisa Tonini has something to do with it. A Director of Fluxmans since 2003, Lisa is the go-to person for property law. She has worked on many exciting and diverse projects – Melrose Arch, The Innovation Hub in Pretoria, and the establishment of various townships and sectional title schemes. Lisa is responsible for conveyancing and all property-related transactions - including registration of transfers, bonds, lease agreements, rezonings, and land use applications. She also watches all the development from her office window. Lisa was recently selected by her peers for inclusion in the 10th edition of The Best Lawyers in South Africa for her work in Real Estate Law. Fluxmans Attorneys

Peter Kemp might look like he's just stepped off the set of Suits, but he's no actor. A specialist in mergers and acquisitions, foreign direct investment structures and all applicable laws and regulations, mining and mining regulations, equity and debt funding, corporate structuring, information technology, all aspects of BEE, funding and producing films, and general corporate and commercial law - Peter has been a partner at Fluxmans since 2011. Fluxmans Attorneys

Is he a referee or a lawyer? Turns out he's great at both! Fluxmans' Ari Soldatos is a graduate from Wits and has been in practice since 1988. He's also a member of the Dispute Resolution Committee of the South African Football Association and an arbitrator at the court of arbitration for sport. A master of mediation, he extended this skill to three Africa Cup of Nations finals, the Fifa World Cup in France and your issues with your employer. Ari focusses on labour and employment law, dispute settlements, collective bargaining in relation to wages and conditions of employment. Fluxmans Attorneys