Competition can be described as, “the efforts of two or more parties to achieve profits by securing the business of a third party through the most favourable terms, aligned to fair and equitable rules of business practice.” Competition is regulated by the Competition Act, 1998 and seeks to promote and maintain competition and to make for equal opportunity to fairly participate in the economy.

Fourie M (Michaéla)

Michaéla Fourie

BCom Law - University of the Free State
LLB - Stadio Higher Education

LPC Number: 130489
Admission: 16/03/2026

Michaéla Fourie is an advocate with a strong foundation in both legal and commercial environments. She holds a BCom Law degree from the University of the Free State and an LLB from Stadio Higher Education. Her academic background is supported by practical experience across both corporate and legal sectors.

Before joining the Bar, Michaéla gained valuable experience in the corporate environment, where she worked for approximately two years in marketing, product development and project management. She later transitioned into the legal field, focusing on estate and trust planning as well as administration at Dreyer and Dreyer Attorneys for approximately one and a half years.

Michaéla brings a structured and commercially aware approach to her legal work, with a focus on delivering clear, practical solutions and maintaining a high standard of professional service.

Practice Areas

  • Arbitration and Mediation Law
  • Constitutional Law
  • Corporate and Commercial Law
  • Criminal Law
  • Family Law
  • Labour, Employment, Industrial Relations and Health & Safety Law
  • Personal Injury and Medical Negligence

Fourie HR (Helen), SC

Helen Fourie, SC

BLC (UP)
LLB (UP)

LPC Number: 11757
Admission: 3/6/1995

Helen Fourie SC is a senior advocate with extensive experience in legal practice and dispute resolution. She holds a BLC and LLB from the University of Pretoria and was admitted in 1995. She completed her articles at Solomon Nicolson Rein & Verster and has been a member of the Bar since July 1995. She was appointed as Senior Counsel in 2018.

Helen has served in various senior roles, including Acting Judge, and has been actively involved in arbitration and regulatory work. She previously served as Chair of the Enforcement Committee of the Information Regulator and is a co-author of High Court Motion Procedure: A Practical Guide (LexisNexis).

She brings a depth of experience to her practice, with a strong focus on complex legal matters, advisory work and dispute resolution. Helen is known for her structured approach, attention to detail and ability to manage complex legal issues effectively.

Professional Roles

  • Arbitrator
  • Acting Judge

Practice Areas

  • Administrative Law
  • Arbitration and Mediation Law
  • Banking Law
  • Corporate and Commercial Law
  • Insolvency and Business Rescue Law
  • Land Reform, Restitution and Tenure Law
  • Trusts
  • Wills and Deceased Estates
  • POPIA and PAIA
  • Evictions

Heyns GF (GF), SC

Gert Frederick Heyns, SC

B Juris Degree NWU 1995
LLB Degree NWU 1997

LPC Number: 16651
Admission: 22/08/2000

Gert Frederick Heyns SC is a senior advocate with extensive experience in commercial litigation, insurance law and dispute resolution. He holds a B Juris and LLB from North-West University and has been in practice since joining the Bar in 2000. Before joining the Bar, he completed his articles at Ross & Jacobs Attorneys and later served as a Professional Assistant at Erasmus Ferreira Attorneys.

He has appeared in a number of significant matters before the Supreme Court of Appeal, including cases involving commercial disputes, insurance litigation and constitutional issues. His experience spans both advisory work and complex litigation across various specialised areas of law.

Gert serves as an Arbitrator, Acting Judge and panel member of a Disciplinary Committee. He is recognised for his analytical approach, strong litigation skills and practical legal insight, particularly in the field of indemnity insurance and commercial disputes.

Professional Roles

  • Arbitrator
  • Acting Judge
  • Panel Member of Disciplinary Committee

Practice Areas

  • Administrative Law
  • Arbitration and Mediation Law
  • Banking Law
  • Competition Law
  • Constitutional Law
  • Consumer Protection Law
  • Corporate and Commercial Law
  • Family Law
  • Financial Services Law
  • Information Technology Law
  • Insolvency and Business Rescue Law
  • Insurance and Reinsurance Law
  • Intellectual Property Law
  • Land Reform, Restitution and Tenure Law
  • Property and Real Estate Law
  • Insurance Law – Indemnity Insurance

Pretorius L (Linda-Jean)

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