{"id":814,"date":"2018-05-03T15:17:53","date_gmt":"2018-05-03T15:17:53","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wpoffice\/enfold-lawyer\/?page_id=814"},"modified":"2026-08-31T20:08:20","modified_gmt":"2026-08-31T20:08:20","slug":"our-lawyers","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/pifp.co.za\/?page_id=814","title":{"rendered":"MEET THE TEAM"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-145nae-23219bc6583a50c7595d6d5858699a34\">\n.avia-section.av-145nae-23219bc6583a50c7595d6d5858699a34{\nbackground-repeat:no-repeat;\nbackground-image:url(https:\/\/pifp.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/IMG_7890-773x1030.jpg);\nbackground-position:50% 50%;\nbackground-attachment:fixed;\n}\n.avia-section.av-145nae-23219bc6583a50c7595d6d5858699a34 .av-section-color-overlay{\nopacity:0.3;\nbackground-color:#890101;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div id='av_section_1'  class='avia-section av-145nae-23219bc6583a50c7595d6d5858699a34 main_color 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Relationships That Last.<\/h2><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-jgds8wgh-92eb7300782dd4c5ca898ee18a72d3cf\">\n#top .av_textblock_section.av-jgds8wgh-92eb7300782dd4c5ca898ee18a72d3cf .avia_textblock{\nfont-size:16px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-jgds8wgh-92eb7300782dd4c5ca898ee18a72d3cf '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p class=\"\" style=\"text-align: center;\" data-start=\"374\" data-end=\"680\">At Partners in Financial Planning, we believe financial advice is built on more than numbers, it\u2019s built on trust, understanding and long-term relationships. Our team combines extensive industry experience and professional qualifications with a thoughtful, personal approach to financial planning. 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class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-898bth-9fff0e04378172333fa8c1dec08e40c6\">\n#top .av_textblock_section.av-898bth-9fff0e04378172333fa8c1dec08e40c6 .avia_textblock{\nfont-size:16px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-898bth-9fff0e04378172333fa8c1dec08e40c6 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Gordon has been in the financial planning industry for 40 years and joined PIFP in 1996, buying 50% of the business in 1997 and the balance in 2002.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>His long partnership with clients is testament to lifelong planning relationships and commitment.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Gordon is a member of the Financial Planning Institute of South Africa and a Certified Financial Planner 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av-ermqu-c6fef8155d6aeb53849f23c6ac50e32d av-special-heading-h3 blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-15  el_before_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-first  av-inherit-size'><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Janine Ballance<\/h3><div class='av-subheading av-subheading_below'><p>Director, Head Administrator, Key Individual<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-msryhlrq-b5144b74c35b181f562df1893df4b669\">\n#top .av_textblock_section.av-msryhlrq-b5144b74c35b181f562df1893df4b669 .avia_textblock{\nfont-size:16px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-msryhlrq-b5144b74c35b181f562df1893df4b669 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Janine has been an integral part of Partners in Financial Planning for over 20 years. Passionate about the financial services industry, she takes pride in building meaningful, long-lasting relationships with clients while ensuring the firm\u2019s operations run seamlessly. As the head of the \u201cengine room,\u201d Janine is dedicated to streamlining processes and delivering exceptional support to both clients and colleagues. Outside of work, she enjoys walking and spending time outdoors, whether enjoying the beach or exploring the bush.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id='av-layout-grid-3'  class='av-layout-grid-container av-4mmczh-202e17ccae9505a1f4d6dd939c2e26eb entry-content-wrapper main_color av-flex-cells  avia-builder-el-17  el_after_av_layout_row  el_before_av_layout_row  grid-row-not-first  container_wrap fullsize'  >\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-4bgbzp-2092439bfa74420ff2f99847e0f9db28\">\n.flex_cell.av-4bgbzp-2092439bfa74420ff2f99847e0f9db28{\nvertical-align:middle;\nheight:550px;\nmin-height:550px;\nbackground:url(https:\/\/pifp.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/1-pifp-773x1030.jpg) 50% 0% no-repeat scroll ;\n}\n.responsive #top #wrap_all .flex_cell.av-4bgbzp-2092439bfa74420ff2f99847e0f9db28{\npadding:180px 60px 180px 60px !important;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div class='flex_cell av-4bgbzp-2092439bfa74420ff2f99847e0f9db28 av-gridrow-cell av_one_third no_margin  avia-builder-el-18  el_before_av_cell_two_third  avia-builder-el-first  content-align-middle avia-full-stretch'  ><div class='flex_cell_inner'><\/div><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-48o2f9-fca2eb3743330c3b453f7084fee61f6c\">\n.flex_cell.av-48o2f9-fca2eb3743330c3b453f7084fee61f6c{\nvertical-align:middle;\nheight:550px;\nmin-height:550px;\n}\n.responsive #top #wrap_all .flex_cell.av-48o2f9-fca2eb3743330c3b453f7084fee61f6c{\npadding:60px 60px 60px 60px !important;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div class='flex_cell av-48o2f9-fca2eb3743330c3b453f7084fee61f6c av-gridrow-cell av_two_third no_margin  avia-builder-el-19  el_after_av_cell_one_third  avia-builder-el-last  content-align-middle'  ><div class='flex_cell_inner'><p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-8qao6-9f4e7f383b029b1172c876e99e52ac47\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-8qao6-9f4e7f383b029b1172c876e99e52ac47{\npadding-bottom:10px;\nfont-size:30px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-8qao6-9f4e7f383b029b1172c876e99e52ac47 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-8qao6-9f4e7f383b029b1172c876e99e52ac47 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:30px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-8qao6-9f4e7f383b029b1172c876e99e52ac47 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n\n@media only screen and (min-width: 480px) and (max-width: 767px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-8qao6-9f4e7f383b029b1172c876e99e52ac47 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n\n@media only screen and (max-width: 479px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-8qao6-9f4e7f383b029b1172c876e99e52ac47 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-8qao6-9f4e7f383b029b1172c876e99e52ac47 av-special-heading-h3 blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-20  el_before_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-first  av-inherit-size'><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Alex Leven<\/h3><div class='av-subheading av-subheading_below'><p>CFP\u00ae Professional, Financial Planner<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-898bth-1-2b24b4db85a7e25c1a68aa9a818d5d7f\">\n#top .av_textblock_section.av-898bth-1-2b24b4db85a7e25c1a68aa9a818d5d7f .avia_textblock{\nfont-size:16px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-898bth-1-2b24b4db85a7e25c1a68aa9a818d5d7f '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>After beginning his career in the financial services industry in 2021, Alex joined PIFP in 2022 and has continued to build a strong foundation in professional financial planning. Having successfully completed the experience requirements and board examinations, Alex is a member of the Financial Planning Institute of South Africa and a Certified Financial Planner \u00ae Professional.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Alex is committed to ongoing professional development and delivering advice that is both technically sound and client focused.<\/p>\n<p>Alex\u2019s foundational academic achievements include:<br \/>\n\u2022 Bachelor of Commerce in Economics and Finance (cum laude), Varsity College Durban North<br \/>\n\u2022 Diploma in Risk Management (with distinction), University of Cape Town<br \/>\n\u2022 Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning, Stellenbosch Business School<\/p>\n<p>Outside of the office, Alex leads an active lifestyle and enjoys a variety of sports, including golf, hockey, cricket, rugby, and football. His interest in health and performance also led him to complete an Advanced Diploma in Sports and Exercise Nutrition. In addition, he is passionate about giving back to the community and has participated in several volunteer and community outreach initiatives.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id='av-layout-grid-4'  class='av-layout-grid-container av-kw50m-277ba942098bd20faeb1c99c8e30aed6 entry-content-wrapper main_color av-flex-cells  avia-builder-el-22  el_after_av_layout_row  el_before_av_heading  grid-row-not-first  container_wrap fullsize'  >\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-fvti6-604f47a67ad5f4f6ee22af7078145dda\">\n.flex_cell.av-fvti6-604f47a67ad5f4f6ee22af7078145dda{\nvertical-align:middle;\nheight:550px;\nmin-height:550px;\nbackground:url(https:\/\/pifp.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/PHOTO-2026-08-05-10-45-53-773x1030.jpg) 50% 0% no-repeat scroll ;\n}\n.responsive #top #wrap_all .flex_cell.av-fvti6-604f47a67ad5f4f6ee22af7078145dda{\npadding:180px 60px 180px 60px !important;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div class='flex_cell av-fvti6-604f47a67ad5f4f6ee22af7078145dda av-gridrow-cell av_one_third no_margin  avia-builder-el-23  el_before_av_cell_two_third  avia-builder-el-first  content-align-middle avia-full-stretch'  ><div class='flex_cell_inner'><\/div><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-b6uxy-0e79e174bcbf1fce5b1475664fe6098d\">\n.flex_cell.av-b6uxy-0e79e174bcbf1fce5b1475664fe6098d{\nvertical-align:middle;\nheight:550px;\nmin-height:550px;\n}\n.responsive #top #wrap_all .flex_cell.av-b6uxy-0e79e174bcbf1fce5b1475664fe6098d{\npadding:60px 60px 60px 60px !important;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div class='flex_cell av-b6uxy-0e79e174bcbf1fce5b1475664fe6098d av-gridrow-cell av_two_third no_margin  avia-builder-el-24  el_after_av_cell_one_third  avia-builder-el-last  content-align-middle'  ><div class='flex_cell_inner'><p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-mrw45m5f-c83e92741e913b0a0e1f5873608f41f9\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-mrw45m5f-c83e92741e913b0a0e1f5873608f41f9{\npadding-bottom:10px;\nfont-size:30px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-mrw45m5f-c83e92741e913b0a0e1f5873608f41f9 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-mrw45m5f-c83e92741e913b0a0e1f5873608f41f9 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:30px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-mrw45m5f-c83e92741e913b0a0e1f5873608f41f9 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n\n@media only screen and (min-width: 480px) and (max-width: 767px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-mrw45m5f-c83e92741e913b0a0e1f5873608f41f9 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n\n@media only screen and (max-width: 479px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-mrw45m5f-c83e92741e913b0a0e1f5873608f41f9 .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-mrw45m5f-c83e92741e913b0a0e1f5873608f41f9 av-special-heading-h3 blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-25  el_before_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-first  av-inherit-size'><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Thomas Painting<\/h3><div class='av-subheading av-subheading_below'><p>Paraplanner<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-aw1a6-cec4ea9aa4207282c299a822e60c8441\">\n#top .av_textblock_section.av-aw1a6-cec4ea9aa4207282c299a822e60c8441 .avia_textblock{\nfont-size:16px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-aw1a6-cec4ea9aa4207282c299a822e60c8441 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p>Thomas joined Partners in Financial Planning in 2025. He holds a BSc in Agricultural Economics from Stellenbosch University and previously worked in the commodity-trading industry, where he developed valuable experience in data analysis and client relations.<span class=\"Apple-converted-space\">\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p>He is currently completing his Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning through Stellenbosch University as he works towards qualifying as a CFP\u00ae professional. Having also passed the CFA Level I Exam and the South African Financial Markets Exam, he demonstrates a strong commitment to professional growth and excellence as a paraplanner.<\/p>\n<p>Outside the office, Thomas loves being on the ocean, whether catching tuna from his fishing ski or surfing at Tiffany\u2019s. He is also very passionate about running and runs half marathons on a regular basis.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><div id='after_grid_row_4'  class='main_color av_default_container_wrap container_wrap fullsize'  ><div class='container av-section-cont-open' ><div class='template-page content  av-content-full alpha units'><div class='post-entry post-entry-type-page post-entry-814'><div class='entry-content-wrapper clearfix'>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-mth6wfy7-49e84c43b1cd57311c05649a2a51fe19\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-mth6wfy7-49e84c43b1cd57311c05649a2a51fe19{\nmargin:15px 0 0 0;\npadding-bottom:10px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-mth6wfy7-49e84c43b1cd57311c05649a2a51fe19 .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-mth6wfy7-49e84c43b1cd57311c05649a2a51fe19 .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading 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#wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-gex06-3c8a96a19639eb50adb188f16616a50a .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n\n@media only screen and (max-width: 479px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-gex06-3c8a96a19639eb50adb188f16616a50a .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-gex06-3c8a96a19639eb50adb188f16616a50a av-special-heading-h3 blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-31  el_before_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-first  av-inherit-size'><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Jodi Coxwell<\/h3><div class='av-subheading av-subheading_below'><p>FAIS Compliance Practitioner<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-125ba-be7cf6f542dfcf1b14da2cbfe1456797\">\n#top .av_textblock_section.av-125ba-be7cf6f542dfcf1b14da2cbfe1456797 .avia_textblock{\nfont-size:16px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-125ba-be7cf6f542dfcf1b14da2cbfe1456797 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"198\" data-end=\"324\">Jodi established JC Compliance Practice in 2006, providing personalised FAIS compliance monitoring and support to clients.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"326\" data-end=\"607\">She is an FSCA-approved Compliance Practitioner as well as a Registered Patent Attorney, bringing a strong legal and regulatory background to her work. Jodi also consults to established law firms and has extensive experience in compliance and financial services regulation.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"609\" data-end=\"765\">Her qualifications include a BSc, LLB, Advanced Postgraduate Diploma in Financial Planning, and a Postgraduate Certificate in Compliance Management.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"767\" data-end=\"938\">Jodi\u2019s approach is practical and personal, helping clients understand and meet their regulatory obligations while maintaining strong, long-term professional relationships.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/section><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/div><div id='av-layout-grid-6'  class='av-layout-grid-container av-h5d5y-9044aa2e068f3cc4c37649653447646c entry-content-wrapper main_color av-flex-cells  avia-builder-el-33  el_after_av_layout_row  avia-builder-el-last  grid-row-not-first  container_wrap fullsize'  >\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-mthkl2mr-b89a1118c0eb73d8ab530fbe34c4bc5b\">\n.flex_cell.av-mthkl2mr-b89a1118c0eb73d8ab530fbe34c4bc5b{\nvertical-align:middle;\nheight:550px;\nmin-height:550px;\nbackground:url(https:\/\/pifp.co.za\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/08\/Leigh-773x1030.png) 50% 0% no-repeat scroll ;\n}\n.responsive #top #wrap_all .flex_cell.av-mthkl2mr-b89a1118c0eb73d8ab530fbe34c4bc5b{\npadding:180px 60px 180px 60px !important;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div class='flex_cell av-mthkl2mr-b89a1118c0eb73d8ab530fbe34c4bc5b av-gridrow-cell av_one_third no_margin  avia-builder-el-34  el_before_av_cell_two_third  avia-builder-el-first  content-align-middle avia-full-stretch'  ><div class='flex_cell_inner'><\/div><\/div>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-8h9tq-0b1e798d3d0b5cef6a8b6eab3a5f7c94\">\n.flex_cell.av-8h9tq-0b1e798d3d0b5cef6a8b6eab3a5f7c94{\nvertical-align:middle;\nheight:550px;\nmin-height:550px;\n}\n.responsive #top #wrap_all .flex_cell.av-8h9tq-0b1e798d3d0b5cef6a8b6eab3a5f7c94{\npadding:60px 60px 60px 60px !important;\n}\n<\/style>\n<div class='flex_cell av-8h9tq-0b1e798d3d0b5cef6a8b6eab3a5f7c94 av-gridrow-cell av_two_third no_margin  avia-builder-el-35  el_after_av_cell_one_third  avia-builder-el-last  content-align-middle'  ><div class='flex_cell_inner'><p>\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-mth7guwo-c1bde26a06ee5d950156a75adf8247de\">\n#top .av-special-heading.av-mth7guwo-c1bde26a06ee5d950156a75adf8247de{\npadding-bottom:10px;\nfont-size:30px;\n}\nbody .av-special-heading.av-mth7guwo-c1bde26a06ee5d950156a75adf8247de .av-special-heading-tag .heading-char{\nfont-size:25px;\n}\n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-mth7guwo-c1bde26a06ee5d950156a75adf8247de .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:30px;\n}\n.av-special-heading.av-mth7guwo-c1bde26a06ee5d950156a75adf8247de .av-subheading{\nfont-size:15px;\n}\n\n@media only screen and (min-width: 480px) and (max-width: 767px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-mth7guwo-c1bde26a06ee5d950156a75adf8247de .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n\n@media only screen and (max-width: 479px){ \n#top #wrap_all .av-special-heading.av-mth7guwo-c1bde26a06ee5d950156a75adf8247de .av-special-heading-tag{\nfont-size:0.8em;\n}\n}\n<\/style>\n<div  class='av-special-heading av-mth7guwo-c1bde26a06ee5d950156a75adf8247de av-special-heading-h3 blockquote modern-quote  avia-builder-el-36  el_before_av_textblock  avia-builder-el-first  av-inherit-size'><h3 class='av-special-heading-tag '  itemprop=\"headline\"  >Leigh Jepson<\/h3><div class='av-subheading av-subheading_below'><p>Executive Consultant | Estates &amp; Trusts<\/p>\n<\/div><div class=\"special-heading-border\"><div class=\"special-heading-inner-border\"><\/div><\/div><\/div><br \/>\n\n<style type=\"text\/css\" data-created_by=\"avia_inline_auto\" id=\"style-css-av-mth7hcp9-5a35f4f0f5a8acb3ce8395c8ef649a13\">\n#top .av_textblock_section.av-mth7hcp9-5a35f4f0f5a8acb3ce8395c8ef649a13 .avia_textblock{\nfont-size:16px;\n}\n<\/style>\n<section  class='av_textblock_section av-mth7hcp9-5a35f4f0f5a8acb3ce8395c8ef649a13 '   itemscope=\"itemscope\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/CreativeWork\" ><div class='avia_textblock'  itemprop=\"text\" ><p class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\" data-start=\"127\" data-end=\"200\"><strong data-start=\"127\" data-end=\"145\">Qualifications<\/strong><br data-start=\"145\" data-end=\"148\" \/>BA \u2013 University of Natal<br data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"175\" \/>LLB \u2013 University of Natal<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"242\"><strong data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"240\">Areas of Practice &amp; Specialisation<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"243\" data-end=\"654\">\n<li data-section-id=\"g04wz4\" data-start=\"243\" data-end=\"310\">Administration of deceased estates, including insolvent estates<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"da21j6\" data-start=\"311\" data-end=\"349\">Estate planning and administration<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1vxxism\" data-start=\"350\" data-end=\"400\">Drafting of wills and advice relating to wills<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1e79uqd\" data-start=\"401\" data-end=\"510\">Drafting, registration, administration and termination of inter vivos, testamentary and charitable trusts<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"2df7to\" data-start=\"511\" data-end=\"584\">Curatorships, including applications, appointments and administration<\/li>\n<li data-section-id=\"1fahey1\" data-start=\"585\" data-end=\"654\">Preparation and filing of income tax returns for deceased estates<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"656\" data-end=\"913\">Leigh joined Garlicke &amp; 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