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North West High Court finds attorneys negligent for failing to act on client mandate

By Kennedy MudzuliDecember 3, 20253 Mins Read

The North West High Court in Mahikeng has ordered Oosthuizen Du Plooy Attorneys to pay R2 million after allowing Stratton Oakmont’s debt claim to prescribe. Judge A Reddy found the firm negligent, emphasising that attorneys must act with skill and diligence to protect client interests.

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