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LegalWise South Africa Company Research Report



Company Overview



  • Name: LegalWise South Africa (RF) (Pty) Ltd

  • Mission: Empowering affordable & timeous access to justice through which individuals can enforce and defend their legal rights.

  • Founded: The roots of LegalWise go back to the late 1970s, with the company officially established in 1984 by Zak Crafford.

  • Key People:

  • Godfrey Pitje, founder of the Black Lawyers Association and original Board of Directors.

  • Siva Gengan, Chief Executive Officer.

  • Shervarni Govender, Executive Officer: People and Culture.

  • Headquarters: 604 Kudu Street, Somerset Office Estate, Allen’s Nek, Roodepoort, South Africa.

  • Number of Employees: No information is available.

  • Revenue: No information is available.

  • Company Known For: LegalWise is renowned for providing legal expenses insurance, legal assistance, and advice through an array of membership options. The company empowers members with access to legal representation, mediation, and legal counselling.


Products



Gold Membership


  • Description: Provides legal assistance and advice, offering legal cover up to R137,000 per case.

  • Key Features:

  • Membership fee: R137.00/month.

  • Covers legal fees for a lawyer to represent members and their family in legal proceedings.


GoldPLUS Membership


  • Description: Enhanced legal cover option with greater benefits.

  • Key Features:

  • Membership fee: R213.00/month.

  • Covers legal fees up to R213,000 per case.


Platinum Membership


  • Description: Premier membership with maximum legal coverage.

  • Key Features:

  • Membership fee: R360.00/month.

  • Covers legal fees up to R360,000 per case.


Contract Drafting Service


  • Description: Provides access to free contracts and agreements, allowing members to download or complete contracts online.


LegalWise Legacy Accumulator


  • Description: A new benefit offering peace of mind by providing a lump sum cash loyalty benefit to nominated beneficiaries in the event of the main Member’s passing.

  • Key Features:

  • Included in GoldPLUS and Platinum Memberships at no additional cost.

  • 3-month waiting period.

  • Lump sum in cash based on continuous premiums over the most recent 36 months.

  • Cash paid out within 48 hours after receiving necessary claim documents.


Recent Developments



  • New Products Launched:

  • Launch of the LegalWise Legacy Accumulator in November 2023, effective January 2024, designed to provide immediate financial assistance to beneficiaries.

  • The introduction of video consultations via Zoom starting March 2, 2022, to enhance accessibility and convenience for members.


  • New Features Added:

  • Changes to benefits, limits, and exclusions to the LegalWise Membership Agreement effective from January and July 2024.

  • The Legacy Accumulator feature included as part of GoldPLUS and Platinum memberships.


  • Partnerships and Certifications:

  • LegalWise has been recognized as a Top Employer for 2024 for the second consecutive year, underlining the company's commitment to fostering a workplace of excellence and continuous improvement in people practices.

  • Launch of the Impact Litigation Unit (ILU) to amplify the right to access to justice and drive positive social change.


This compact report presents an insightful overview of LegalWise South Africa, strategically showcasing its offerings and recent advancements. By prioritizing legal access, LegalWise champions affordable justice in a democratic society.