SOUTH AFRICAN LABOUR LAW

Excellent advice.
Plain language.
Good coffee.

Workplace challenges are complicated enough. Your legal advice shouldn’t be. Get personal, practical guidance from an attorney with over 30 years of experience.

Vanessa Henry YOUR LABOUR LAW ATTORNEY
Two ceramic cups of coffee on a wooden table, ready for a conversationA clearer way forward starts with a conversation.
30+years of experience
One attorney.Personal attention, every step.
One focus.South African labour law.

Someone who understands
the law. And people.

You don’t need a lecture in legal terminology. You need to know where you stand, what your options are, and what to do next.

I’m Vanessa Henry. As a sole practitioner, I work directly with you. Over 30 years of experience have taught me how to make complex labour-law matters clear, whatever your role or level of experience.

We’ll talk through your situation, make sense of the legal issues, and work towards a practical way forward.

Speak with Vanessa

Clarity for the
working world.

Focused advice for employers and employees. From an early question to a difficult dispute, let’s make the next step clearer.

01Advice & consultationKnow where you stand

Talk through a workplace concern, understand your options, and decide on a practical next step. Advice is explained in everyday language and tailored to your situation.

Discuss your situation
02CCMA & disputesSupport when it matters

Guidance on preparing for and navigating CCMA proceedings and workplace disputes. Representation is subject to the applicable rules and the circumstances of your matter.

Ask about a dispute
03Contracts & policiesBuild a clearer foundation

Employment documents, workplace policies and procedures written with clarity and your organisation’s needs in mind.

Discuss your documents
04Labour litigationA considered way forward

When a matter needs a formal legal response, get a clear explanation of the process and your options before deciding how to proceed.

Talk through your options
03 / WORKPLACE TRAINING

Practical labour law training.
Explained clearly.

Labour law is useful when people know how to apply it. Vanessa makes the principles accessible, connects them to everyday workplace situations, and adapts the conversation to your team.

Plan training for your team
PRACTICAL. UNDERSTANDABLE. TAILORED TO YOU.
WHO ARE WE TRAINING?

Confidence in everyday decisions.

Give managers a clearer understanding of workplace responsibilities and the conversations they need to handle.

  • Handling difficult workplace conversations
  • Understanding disciplinary processes
  • Recognising when to get legal advice

A starting point for a conversation. The content is developed around your organisation’s needs.

Her training approach is professional,
understandable and hits the mark.

Gwen FrancisGroup HR Executive, TiAuto (Tiger Wheel)

A few things
you might ask.

Will I work directly with Vanessa?

Yes. Henry Attorneys is a sole-practitioner practice. Vanessa is your direct point of contact for advice and training enquiries.

Do you advise employers and employees?

Enquiries are welcome from both employers and employees. Vanessa will first check the nature of the matter, availability and any potential conflict of interest.

Can the training fit our organisation?

Yes. Tell Vanessa who needs training and which workplace challenges you want to address. The proposed content and level can then be tailored to your audience.

What should I share when I get in touch?

Start with a brief outline of your enquiry and how to reach you. Mention any urgent dates. Avoid sending sensitive documents until Vanessa has confirmed the next steps.

05 / LET’S TALK

Let’s grab a cup of coffee
over a consultation.

For advice or workplace training, start with a conversation.

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