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Meet the Legal Experts

Meet our team of legal professionals, skilled in various areas of law including litigation, conveyancing, commercial, family, personal injury, and estates.

Henry Madeleyn

Managing Director / Conveyancer

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Henry Madeleyn

Managing Director / Conveyancer


Henry Madeleyn is the founding director and established the company in Vredenburg in 1997. Currently, he practices at our Durbanville branch.

Qualifications:
B.Proc (University of Pretoria)
Attorney
Conveyancer & Attorney with High Court Right of Appearance

Nigel Samuels

Director ꟾ Criminal Litigation

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Nigel Samuels

Director ꟾ Criminal Litigation


Nigel is a director specialising in criminal litigation at our Vredenburg branch. He obtained his Baccalaureus Procurationis degree from the University of the Western Cape in 1995, followed by his LLB in 1996. Nigel was admitted as an attorney in 1997 and has been practising criminal law since then.

Qualifications:
B.Proc & LLB (UWC)
Attorney

Niekie Pretorius

Director | Conveyancing

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Niekie Pretorius

Director ꟾ Conveyancing


Niekie is a director specialising in conveyancing at both our Langebaan and Vredenburg branches. He completed his Baccalaureus Procurationis degree at the University of the Free State in 1995. Niekie was admitted as an attorney, conveyancer, and notary in 1998. With his extensive expertise, he actively practices in the field of conveyancing.

Qualifications:
B.Proc (University of the Free State)
Attorney
Conveyancer & Notary

Gareth Thom

Director ꟾ Litigation

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Gareth Thom

Director ꟾ Litigation


Gareth is a director specialising in personal injury law. In addition to his specialisation, Gareth has also gained invaluable experience in general civil litigation which extends to commercial, insolvency and family law.
Gareth acquired his personal injury litigation experience during his articles of clerkship at DSC Attorneys, a renowned firm in this field. Following that, he worked as a professional assistant at Sohn and Wood Attorneys, another reputable firm specialising in personal injury cases. These experiences have contributed significantly to Gareth’s proficiency in this area of law.
This well-rounded background enables him to handle a wide range of legal matters.
Gareth continues to practice at our Durbanville branch, where he dedicates his skills and expertise to providing excellent legal services.

Qualifications:
BA (Law and Humanities) (University of Cape Town)
LLB (Unisa)
Attorney with High Court Right of Appearance

Erica Madeleyn

Conveyancer ꟾ Notary | Attorney

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Erica Madeleyn

Consultant: Attorney ꟾ Conveyancer ꟾ Notary ꟾ Qualified Family Law Mediator


Erica completed her Baccalaureus Procurationis at Potchefstroom University in 1996. She was admitted as an attorney in the High Court of South Africa in 1999. Erica is a qualified attorney, conveyancer, notary, and family law mediator with wide-ranging experience in commercial law, family law, property law, notarial practice and divorce mediation. She practises as a consultant at our Durbanville branch.

Qualifications:
B.Proc (PU CHE) | Attorney with Right of Appearance in the High Court
Conveyancer | Notary
Family Law Mediation

Experience
Trust, Commercial, Property and Family Law

Janneke Mostert

Conveyancer | Attorney

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Janneke Mostert

Conveyancer | Attorney


Janneke is a practising attorney and conveyancer at our Langebaan branch. She obtained her LLB degree from the University of South Africa (UNISA) in 2015. Janneke's dedication and hard work led to her admission as an attorney in 2018 and as a conveyancer in 2020. With her legal qualifications and expertise, Janneke actively practices law, providing professional services to our clients.

Qualifications:
LLB (UNISA)
Attorney & Conveyancer

Michelle Smit

Conveyancer ꟾ Notary | Attorney

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Michelle Smit

Conveyancer ꟾ Notary | Attorney


Michelle is a highly qualified legal professional practising at our Durbanville branch. She completed her LLB degree at North-West University, Potchefstroom (NWU), as well as the Katholieke Universiteit van Leuven (KUL) in 2011, demonstrating her commitment to a well-rounded legal education.
During her articles, Michelle gained valuable litigation experience at esteemed law firms in Somerset West. She was admitted as an attorney in 2014, followed by her admission as a conveyancer and notary public in 2015. Michelle continued to enhance her expertise in property law and has been an integral part of our Durbanville branch since 2023, where she continues to provide exceptional legal services. Her extensive experience and dedication to her profession make her an asset to our team.

Qualifications:
LLB (NWU & KUL)
Attorney
Conveyancer & Notary

Charlene Theron

Attorney

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Charlene Theron

Attorney ꟾ Litigation


Charlene completed her LLB degree at the University of South Africa (UNISA) in 2021. Following her studies, she embarked on her articles of clerkship at our Vredenburg branch, where she gained practical experience and honed her legal skills. In recognition of her dedication and hard work, Charlene was admitted as an attorney in 2022. Her strong commitment to her profession and her ongoing development of legal expertise contribute significantly to our team's success.

Qualifications:
LLB (UNISA) & Attorney.

Andro Tredoux

Conveyancer ꟾ Notary | Attorney

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Andro Tredoux

Conveyancer ꟾ Notary | Attorney


Andro successfully obtained his LLB degree from the University of South Africa (UNISA) in 2016. To further his practical experience, he embarked on his articles of clerkship in the litigation department at our Vredenburg branch. Andro was admitted as an attorney in 2019 where he continued to specialise in litigation, effectively representing clients in legal disputes until 2022. At that point, his expertise expanded as he obtained admission as a conveyancer, enabling him to facilitate property transactions. Andro further enhanced his qualifications by becoming a notary in 2023.
Andro's comprehensive skill set and versatility make him an invaluable member of our team. He continues to provide dedicated legal services, combining his experience in litigation with his proficiency in conveyancing and notarial practice.

Qualifications:
LLB (UNISA)
Attorney
Conveyancer & Notary

Hugo Tallie

Director | Litigation

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Hugo Tallie

Director | Litigation


“Securing his LLB degree from the University of the Free State (UOFS) in 2018, Hugo promptly made his mark in the legal field. Upon gaining admission as an attorney in that same year, he embarked on his professional journey in the civil litigation department at our Vredenburg branch. Hugo has strived for excellence and has also been admitted as an attorney in Namibia. Hugo’s dedication to his craft and his innate ability to handle complex litigation cases have been invaluable to our team and clients alike.”

Qualifications:
LLB (UOFS) Attorney.

Marietha Jansen

Attorney

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Marietha Jansen

Attorney


“Marietha obtained her LLB degree in 2009 (UNISA) and concluded her articles of clerkship at our Vredenburg branch. Upon gaining admission as an attorney in March 2026, she continued her professional journey in the civil litigation department. Marietha gained valuable exposure to a broad range of litigation matters, developing practical legal skills and a sound understanding of court processes. She is committed to growing her legal career in litigation and approaches her work with dedication, professionalism, and a strong client-focused mindset."

Qualifications:
LLB (UNISA)
Attorney

Gaby Nortje

Attorney

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Gaby Nortje

Attorney


“Gaby completed her LLB degree at the University of South Africa (UNISA) in 2024, distinguishing herself by gaining practical experience as a general and conveyancing assistant in our Vredenburg, Langebaan and Durbanville branches while completing her studies. She completed her articles of clerkship in the litigation and estates departments at our Durbanville branch in May 2026. With a strong commitment to continuous growth and excellence, Gaby approached her work with dedication, professionalism and a client-focused mindset, ensuring that she provides attentive and effective service to every client."

Qualifications:
LLB (UNISA)
Attorney

Abrie Vermaak

Attorney

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Abrie Vermaak

Attorney


Abrie Vermaak obtained his LLB degree from the University of South Africa (UNISA) and completed his articles of clerkship at Christi Olivier Attorneys. He joined Madeleyn Inc as an Attorney in 2025, where he provides legal advice and representation across a range of matters. Abrie has a particular focus on property law, commercial matters and general litigation, assisting clients with practical, solution-driven legal support throughout the Klein Karoo region. With a professional approach and commitment to his clients, Abrie strives to provide clear, effective and commercially sensible legal solutions tailored to each client’s circumstances.

Qualifications:
LLB (UNISA)
Attorney