This year’s Annual Awards Ceremony was a special occasion to celebrate and honour the dedicated legal practitioners who have contributed significantly to pro bono work throughout 2024. Sponsored by Norton Rose Fulbright, the event was held at the elegant Durban Country Club, bringing together members of the legal community, partners, and supporters of ProBono.Org.
The evening commenced with a warm welcome from Craig Woolley, Managing Partner at Norton Rose Fulbright, Durban. His opening remarks set the tone for a meaningful celebration of service and impact.
We were privileged to have Advocate Suleman as our keynote speaker, who delivered an inspiring address on the profound impact of pro bono work. He encouraged legal practitioners to continue taking on matters that advance access to justice for vulnerable communities. His message served as a powerful reminder of the importance of legal professionals in driving social change.
The ceremony concluded with a heartfelt vote of thanks from Advocate Shafie Ameermia, ProBono.Org National Director, who acknowledged the tireless efforts of practitioners and the invaluable support from our sponsors and partners.
We extend our sincere gratitude to Norton Rose Fulbright and Nike Pillay Inc. for their generous support, which made the event a great success.
A special congratulations to all of our award recipients – your commitment and excellence embody the spirit of pro bono service.
Award Recipients
Excellence in Deceased Estates Assistance
Bianca Griffiths, Meumann White Inc Attorneys
Outstanding Support in Housing Matters
Muhammad Dangor, Dangor and Associates
Outstanding Support in Consumer Law
Bonita van Zyl, Legator Mckenna Inc
Most Helpful with Wills
Rita Padayachee, Mooney Ford Attorneys
Excellence in Refugee Legal Assistance
Mellisha Hurchund, Mellisha Hurchund Attorneys
Champion for Family Law & GBV Cases
Wiseman Hlela, Hlela Wiseman Attorneys and Jenna Jones, Jenna Jones Attorneys Inc
Excellence in Labour Law Assistance
Bradley Aliphon, Bradley Aliphon Attorneys
Outstanding Community Stakeholder
KwaZulu-Natal Deaf Association and Association for the Physically Challenged
Impactful Contribution to Community Seminars
Nqobile Gumbi, N Gumbi and Associates
Excellence in Media & Public Awareness
Sanele Msomi, Coleman Msomi Inc
Dedication to Attorney Training & Webinars
Bonga Sibiya, Farrell Inc Attorneys
Most Pro Bono Hours Contributed
Meumann White Inc.
Commitment to Special Help Desks
Bulelwa Jafta, Bulelwa Jafta Attorneys
Excellence in High-Impact Litigation
Gillian Hughes, Hughes Attorneys
