Thomson Wilks is a full service law firm that has provided world class legal services to clients ranging from JSE-listed firms to individuals for over 25 years
Since 1995
decades OF
dedication
Thomson Wilks is the quintessential new age law firm which has been an early adopter of several law firm innovations.
Our lawyers are experts in their fields of specialisation, but they’re also widely knowledgeable, bringing an integrated understanding of law, society and policy to our practice.
Through our commitment to mentorship and social responsibility, we are proudly helping to build the next generation of lawyers.
a new age law firm
For A NEW ECONOMY
Innovation is built into our firm. Thomson Wilks has pioneered a decentralised practice, which enables our lawyers to work independently, according to their chosen methods and specialisations, with the support of our formidable centralised infrastructure.
25 years of experience- solutions focused
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A New Era for South African Trusts: The Draft Regulation of Trusts Bill and the Future of Trust Administration
For almost four decades, South African trusts have operated within the framework established by the Trust Property Control Act 57 of 1988 (“the TPC Act”).
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Prescription in birth injury claims and the reach of ‘Links’
The recent judgment in D.E.M obo K.M v Member of the Executive Council for Health, Gauteng Province [2026] ZAGPJHC 874 highlights another important consideration of when prescription begins to run in a medical negligence claim.
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Clinical Judgement under the Influence of AI
A central safeguard and common principle in the use of artificial intelligence in healthcare is that whilst the artificial intelligence systems may assist in assessment, note keeping and general patient overview, the responsibility remains with the practitioner to make final decisions on diagnosis and treatment.
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Hospital admission privileges do not automatically return after suspension
In public hospitals, doctors are generally employed by the state and are authorised to treat patients under their employment contracts and appointments within the public health system.
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