Tailored,
legal solutions

TGB Attorneys

Our Core Values

TGB Attorneys is a client-centric law firm, delivering tailored legal solutions to individuals, businesses, and organisations, with offices in Northcliff, Johannesburg, and Kenridge, Cape Town.

Established in 1995, we have built a strong reputation for integrity, excellence, and practical, results-driven legal guidance.

Our experienced attorneys provide high-quality legal support across various practice areas, fostering long-term relationships with clients and offering both expert advice and peace of mind. We also have established legal connections in Zimbabwe and Zambia, enabling seamless cross-border support.

At TGB Attorneys, our mission is to uphold the highest standards of legal excellence, while remaining focussed on the success and wellbeing of our clients.

People and Expertise

Theunis Botha

Johannesburg offices

With over 45 years of legal experience, Theunis has built a distinguished career focusing on administration law, insurance litigation, and regulatory matters relating to aviation, customs regulations, and cross-border road transportation.

He has represented and assisted clients in diverse fields of litigation matters. Theunis has also advised a variety of private clients in South Africa, Zimbabwe, Zambia, Malawi, Namibia and the United States on road transport and aviation matters. His expertise further extends to advising state-owned transport entities, offering strategic legal guidance on both operational and regulatory matters.

Theunis holds a BCom LLB degree from the University of Johannesburg (formerly Randse Afrikaanse University), along with a BCom (Hons) and LLM degree. He was admitted as an attorney in 1978 and spent eleven years as a partner at the former Van Wyk de Vries Malan & Steyn, before establishing his own legal practice in Johannesburg in 1995.

Christine van Zyl

Kenridge, Cape Town offices

Admitted as an attorney in 2015, Christine has almost a decade of legal experience across commercial law firms, NGOs, and political stakeholders.

She has advised private and political stakeholders on the legal and constitutional implications of proposed legislation and has extensive experience drafting commercial and licensing agreements, offering clear, strategic legal guidance.

Christine holds a BSc in Medical Sciences from the University of Pretoria and an LLB from the University of Stellenbosch. She is currently pursuing a part-time LLM degree in Intellectual Property Law at Stellenbosch.

Practice Areas

Commercial Contract Drafting

Proficient in drafting a wide range of commercial agreements. Our team ensures that contracts are clear, enforceable, and aligned with your business goals, minimising legal risks.

Plant Breeders’ Rights - Intellectual Property rights

Comprehensive legal services in drafting and negotiating licensing agreements.

Administrative Law Expertise

With in-depth knowledge of administrative law, we guide clients through regulatory challenges, ensuring compliance and strategic advantage when transacting and dealing with government agencies.

International Legal Network

We have established strong legal connections in Zimbabwe and Zambia, enabling us to provide seamless, cross-border legal support and to navigate the legal landscapes in both jurisdictions.

Legislative Analysis and Risk Assessment

We provide thorough legal analysis of Bills and proposed statutory measures, identifying potential risks and implications for your business or organisation.

Aviation and Road Transportation Law

Expert legal counsel on aviation-related disputes, insurance litigation and regulatory matters. We offer strategic guidance on cross-border road transportation and customs regulations to ensure compliance and smooth operations.

Public Comment Process Guidance

Our team offers clear, legal and practical advice on navigating the legislative process, assisting clients who wish to engage in the public comment process pertaining to proposed statutory instruments effectively.