Who we are

We are a prominent law firm with a national footprint based in Pretoria.

Our rich history has defined us as VDT Attorneys Inc. With over 80 years of experience, we have grown into a firm with a high level of expertise and an advanced work ethic.

Since our establishment in 1932, we have developed strong professional relationships with significant clients driven by honesty and excellence founded on integrity, trust and independence, and sound financial and ethical policies.

Having survived, changed, grown and prospered over several decades, we have become a prominent law firm with a successful track record in delivering the best results.

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What we do

We are founded on and continue to adhere to several guiding principles that have provided the pillars of our culture. These principles revolve around trust, integrity, a strong work ethic and client service orientation, which results in a culture that creates custom-made and effective solutions.

We also foster a cooperative environment, with departments and individuals who support each other to provide the best possible solutions to our clients' problems and needs.

We have avoided the trap of involving ourselves in everything and have set our vision on being specialists in our fields to provide our clients quality service and advice.

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