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Former Legal Aid attorney faces rape charges after alleged coercion of client
A former Legal Aid attorney is facing serious rape charges after allegedly coercing a client into sexual favours in exchange for legal services. As the case unfolds, concerns about systemic failures within the justice system are raised.
Genevieve Serra|Updated
Lawyer not in right standing with Legal Practice Council, forces maintenance case to start afresh
Following a significant legal irregularity, a judge has set aside a maintenance ruling, highlighting the importance of compliance within the legal profession.
Is Legal Aid SA's land rights unit failing the marginalised?
Discover the challenges faced by South Africa’s Land Rights Management Unit as it struggles to deliver justice to the country’s most vulnerable communities