The firm was established in January 1991, by John Riley and operates from 212 Rosmead Avenue, Wynberg.

“We believe that the key to our success is our relentless energy and unwavering commitment to providing an excellent service to our clients.”

OUR AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Armed with innovation, integrity and honesty, Riley Incorporated offers a comprehensive range of legal services. Our broad-based client
portfolio includes:

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The State Attorneys Office

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The South African Football Association (SAFA)

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SMME’s (small medium micro enterprises)

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The City of Cape Town

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Professional practices and private individuals

OUR AREAS OF SPECIALIZATION

Having gained extensive experience in the full spectrum of criminal litigation, personal injury law, commercial litigation, contract drafting
and conveyancing the company’s extensive list of specialist legal services includes:

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Property Law (Including Retail Conveyancing)

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Matrimonial and family law (including post nuptial contracts)

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Foreclosures, Administration of Deceased Estates and Trusts including the drafting of Wills and Trust Deeds

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Constitutional and Administrative law

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General civil litigation (High Court and Magistrates Court)

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Criminal Law

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Labour law

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Debt Collection

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Commercial litigation

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Personal Injury Law

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Foreclosures

Riley Incorporated initially built its reputation on the expertise of director John Riley who is an experienced and renowned criminal law litigator. The company has continued to enjoy success and has grown steadily since inception. New attorneys have joined the team to offer a diverse range of skills and an expanded knowledge base. The practice provides experienced and skilled attention to all its clients, and is now established as a leading full complement law firm able to advise and litigate on a wide spectrum of matters.

Director and founder John Riley has been a part of the legal profession for more than a quarter of a century. In 1991, he founded the legal practice and has led the firm with honour and integrity ever since. Through peer respect John was privileged to be nominated to and serve as an Acting Judge in the Cape High Court, during the first term of 2007, in 2010 and again between September 2014 to 2016. His years of experience in the profession and supreme legal expertise comprise a winning formula.

The company currently employs four attorneys with a further six support staff, serving many and varied clients. The practice has a firm footing in all the areas of law and all the professionals endeavour to specialise in at least one discipline. Riley Incorporated ensures all support staff have the appropriate training and are kept abreast of current developments in the legal field. This approach and wealth of experience fosters confidence in our clients.

Riley Incorporated’s energetic and innovative legal team and support staff are fully representative of the demographics of South Africa and can provide our clients with expertise in virtually all areas of the law, as well as unique assistance in areas of specialisation.

This is evident in the fact that many of our clients have been part of our practice for several years, with reciprocated loyalty. A large amount of our business comes from referrals from existing clients. Riley Incorporated aims to find practical legal solutions to sometimes seemingly insurmountable legal problems.

“Our drive is to build a business relationship with our clients with the aim of establishing a long-term relationship to which Riley Incorporated can add constructive value.”

OUR FEE STRUCTURE AND LATEST ARTICLES

“Our success is a result of hard work, dedication and commitment to excellent service delivery.”

FEE STRUCTURE

Riley Incorporated adheres to the guidelines laid down for the profession in respect of conveyancing, litigation and commercial matters. We maintain a policy of full transparency in all fee and billing procedures. We brief all clients clearly on what billing involves at the start of the relationship and engage with them on any queries related to the fee structure.

Each attorney bills for time spent on any matter as and when work takes place. This approach ensures accurate and honest billing that itemises every detail that occurs in the clients matter. A flat rate is applied in respect of general attendances by administrative staff, ensuring that clients are not charged excessively for informal attendances to matters such as the drafting of a standard letter or telephone calls made.

Billing rates vary and may be negotiated depending on the complexity of the matter and the particular expertise that may be required in dealing with same.

OUR LATEST ARTICLES

Do Trust assets in a discretionary family trust form part of the joint matrimonial estate of parties who are married in community of property?

by Riley Incorporated

An issue which commonly arises upon divorce is whether assets which are held in a trust also form part of the joint matrimonial estate. A trustee administers trust assets for the benefit of beneficiaries and does not become the owner of the property. In the...

Scrutinising Section 63 of the Magistrates Court Act 32 of 1944

by Riley Incorporated

The process for executing a judgment obtained in respect of monies owed, delivery of property (moveable or immovable), or for ejectment shall be by way of a warrant of execution. To give effect to the said warrant of execution, same has to be issued and signed by the...

THE TEAM

Our administrative and support staff have many years of experience and appropriate skills. They are dedicated and committed to the success of our firm. This is evident from the fact that our administrative support staff have a minimum of 8 years of service with our firm. Personal growth and development is constantly encouraged amongst our staff.

Explore our team and structure