Welcome to Chiba Attorneys
Family Law | Construction & Engineering Law | Commercial Legal Support
At Chiba Attorneys, we offer more than legal representation — we provide clear, compassionate guidance during life’s most personal and most complex moments. As one of South Africa’s leading boutique law firms, 100% black women owned and established in 2010, we bring over 30 years of combined expertise to individuals and businesses across the country.
Our dual specialisation in Family Law and Construction, Engineering, and Commercial Law allows us to support clients navigating everything from divorce, custody disputes, and maintenance orders to FIDIC contracts, EPC project risks, and high-value construction disputes.
With a passion for simplifying legal complexities and a commitment to personalised service, we ensure every client receives practical, effective support tailored to their unique needs.
Established in 2010, the directors hold over 30 years of combined experience.
Our Focus Areas
Family Law Services
We handle a wide range of family law matters with empathy and efficiency:
Our approach balances legal strength with emotional intelligence.
Divorce
Child Custody
Parental Rights
Maintenance
Mediation
Conscious Coaching
Construction & Engineering Law
Our technical legal team supports contractors, developers, engineers, & EPC stakeholders across the region.
Contract Drafting Disputes
FIDIC/NEC Guidance
Adjudication
Commercial Risk Reviews
Commercial Law Advisory
Our team provides sound commercial legal services that align with your business strategy.
Contract Reviews
Litigation Support
Our Professional Legal Services

Construction &
Engineering Law

Renewable
Energy Contracts

Family and
Divorce Law

Deceased
Estates

Labour
Law

Contract &
Commercial Law

Dispute Resolution
Adjudication & Arbitration
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Our Latest Blog Articles
The Evolving Landscape of Construction & Engineering Law in South Africa
In the world of construction and engineering, timelines are tight, margins are narrow, and the only thing more complex than the projects...
Family Law, Without the Fog: Clarity, Compassion and Legal Strength
When life feels uncertain, you need clarity. When your family situation becomes complex, you need strength. And when your emotions are...
Welcome to Beyond the Brief
At Chiba Attorneys, we believe that legal services should go beyond the brief. Beyond paperwork, beyond court dates — toward clarity,...























