Nel & Associates Legal Team

Meet Our Team

Dedicated professionals committed to providing exceptional legal services with personal attention to every client.

Marèsa Nel

(LLB) University of Cape Town, Unisa

"Upholding high ethical values is non-negotiable."

Marèsa Nel is a practicing attorney with the right of appearance in the High Court of South Africa.

She has earned a respected reputation for her personal involvement in her unique and specific client cases. Dedication, devotion and commitment to each unique case she handles, is of utmost priority and importance to her.

Her life and work experiences give her an exceptional insight and overview into various aspects regarding specific situations. Clients are afforded an honest, realistic and totally unbiased opinion.

Marèsa has extensive experience in property and construction law. Family law matters are of personal interest to her. She fights with a passion to protect the interests and dignity of her clients. The rights and protection of children are her priority.

Among others, her experience also extends to commercial law, construction law, estates and property transfers.

maresa@nellegal.co.za

Bernhard Waugh

(BCom LLB) Stellenbosch University
Admitted Attorney & Sworn Translator of the High Court

"Awards: Finished first in the National Commercial Module at LEAD. Received the Directors Award at LEAD."

Bernhard obtained a BCom LL.B from Stellenbosch University and was admitted in 2016 as an attorney and sworn translator of the High Court for German, English, and Afrikaans.

His primary focus is on assisting German-speaking clients in the Western Cape, with a specific focus on facilitating immovable property transactions, the drafting of wills, the winding up of estates, the translation of documents, and the drafting of commercial agreements.

bernhard@nellegal.co.za

Thomas Lee

(LLB) Stellenbosch University
Practicing Attorney & Notary Public

"Energetic legal professional handling diverse legal matters with dedication."

Tom is a dynamic and accomplished member of our team, qualified both as a practicing attorney and as a Notary Public. This dual qualification enables him to provide comprehensive legal services and execute notarial functions, adding significant value to client transactions.

Based in Somerset West and Gordon's Bay, Tom has developed specialized expertise in maintenance court matters. His established relationships with the local maintenance court personnel and deep familiarity with court procedures allow him to resolve maintenance-related disputes with remarkable efficiency and speed.

A further niche of Tom's practice involves transferring Exclusive Use Areas linked to Sectional Title Units—a specialized area requiring meticulous attention to detail and comprehensive knowledge of sectional title law. Tom handles these complex transactions with the precision and expertise they demand.

With a dynamic approach to legal practice, Tom brings fresh perspectives to complex cases. His commitment to staying current with legal developments ensures our clients receive informed and effective representation across a wide range of legal matters.

tom@nellegal.co.za

Carter Brink

(LLB) University of South Africa
Practicing Attorney & Conveyancer

"Based in Simon's Town with expertise in conveyancing and property transfers."

Carter is a practicing attorney, based in Simon's Town. He furthered his studies and qualifications and has also been admitted as a conveyancer (transfer attorney) in the Western Cape High Court, Cape Town.

Carter manages the entire conveyancing department of Nel & Associates. His expertise in property transfers ensures that our clients experience seamless and efficient property transactions.

He also handles general legal work and litigation in Simon's Town and surrounds, providing comprehensive legal services to clients in the area.

carter@nellegal.co.za

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