Protecting Your Construction Workforce with Expert Legal Support
Drafting employment contracts and disciplinary codes
Advising on BCEA compliance and subcontracting
Resolving strikes, picketing, and labour disputes
SMG Attorneys offers experienced representation in matters before the Commission for Conciliation, Mediation and Arbitration (CCMA) and other employment-related forums. We assist both employers and employees with disputes involving unfair dismissal, unfair labour practices, misconduct, incapacity, retrenchments, and contractual employment issues. Our approach focuses on compliance with South African labour legislation, including the Labour Relations Act and Basic Conditions of Employment Act. We guide clients through each stage of the process, from internal disciplinary hearings and conciliations to arbitrations and reviews, ensuring their rights are protected and their cases are presented effectively. Our goal is to achieve practical, fair, and legally sound outcomes while minimising disruption and risk.
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Founder, Director, and Lead Litigator
Semantha Moodley-Govender
Semantha Moodley-Govender is the Founder, Director, and Lead Litigator of SMG Attorneys Inc., a law firm based in KwaDukuza, Ballito, South Africa. With a foundation of professionalism, integrity, and client commitment, she leads the firm in delivering tailored legal solutions across a wide range of practice areas.
Known for her strategic thinking, deep legal expertise, and empathetic approach, Semantha prioritizes client trust and confidentiality, aiming to be a voice for her clients when it matters most. Her firm, established in 2025, serves KwaDukuza, Verulam, Durban, and surrounding areas, focusing on personalized, ethical legal representation.
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