Legal Correspondent Attorneys in Port Elizabeth

Van Heerdens Attorneys Incorporated offers reliable and efficient correspondent services to attorneys practising outside of Port Elizabeth.

We understand that instructing attorneys require accuracy, speed, and clear communication when engaging correspondent firms.

Our correspondent services include:

• Issuing, serving, and filing of pleadings and notices
• Attending to court appearances and administrative matters
• Liaising with Registrars, Clerks of Court, Sheriffs, and Counsel
• Assisting with urgent applications and after-hours matters
• Advising on local court practice directives

Court Online & Caselines

We are fully familiar with Court Online and Caselines systems and assist instructing attorneys with:

• Uploading and managing pleadings and documents
• Compliance with Caselines directives and indexing requirements
• Monitoring case progression on electronic court platforms
• Ensuring alignment with division-specific procedures

To ensure efficient turnaround times:

• Documents received are processed on the day of receipt
• Pleadings and notices are forwarded within 24 hours
• Telephone calls are returned on the same day

We are located within close proximity to the High Court and the Magistrates’ Courts in Port Elizabeth and regularly attend to matters at:

• High Court, Port Elizabeth
• Magistrates’ Court, New Law Courts (District & Regional)

We currently act as correspondents for firms across South Africa, including Cape Town, Johannesburg, Pretoria, Durban, and surrounding regions.