Terms of Service

1. Service overview

LekkerLaw is a technology platform that helps individuals describe their legal issue, suggests relevant practice areas, and connects them with South African law firms who may be able to assist. We do not provide legal advice, representation, or professional services. Our role is limited to facilitating introductions between prospective clients and participating firms based on the information supplied by users and our matching criteria.

2. Acceptance of terms

By using the LekkerLaw site, submitting information through our intake forms, or accessing the partner portal, you confirm that you are at least 18 years old, have the authority to enter into these terms, and agree to comply with all applicable South African laws. If you do not agree with these terms you must stop using the platform immediately.

3. No attorney-client relationship

Submitting information through LekkerLaw does not create an attorney-client relationship with LekkerLaw or any participating firm. Any engagement between you and a law firm occurs outside the platform and is governed by the firm's own terms. You should perform your own due diligence and obtain formal engagement documents directly from the firm before sharing sensitive information or acting on advice.

4. User responsibilities

You are responsible for ensuring that the information you provide is accurate, lawful, and does not infringe the rights of others. You agree not to misuse the platform, attempt to interfere with its operation, or submit content that is defamatory, discriminatory, or otherwise unlawful. LekkerLaw may suspend or remove access to the service for any behaviour that breaches these terms.

5. Partner portal accounts

Law firms and their authorised representatives must keep their portal credentials secure and are responsible for all activity under their accounts. LekkerLaw may update or revoke portal access to protect the security of the service, comply with legal obligations, or address misuse. Firms must comply with all applicable professional conduct rules when using lead information obtained through the portal.

6. Lead information and communications

We share the details you provide with selected law firms so they can contact you. We do not guarantee that a particular firm will respond, that a match will be appropriate for your needs, or that any legal matter will be resolved. Communications between you and a firm after the introduction are outside LekkerLaw's control and responsibility.

7. Fees and payments

LekkerLaw does not charge consumers for submitting leads. Participating firms may pay subscription or lead fees as agreed separately with LekkerLaw. Any professional fees for legal services are negotiated directly between the firm and the client and are outside the scope of these terms.

8. Intellectual property

All content, trademarks, logos, software, and data on the platform are owned by or licensed to LekkerLaw and are protected by South African and international intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, distribute, or reverse engineer any part of the service without our prior written permission.

9. Privacy and data protection

Our collection, use, and safeguarding of personal information are described in the LekkerLaw Privacy Policy. By using the platform you acknowledge that your information will be processed in accordance with that policy and the Protection of Personal Information Act, 2013 (POPIA).

10. Disclaimers and limitation of liability

LekkerLaw provides the platform on an “as is” and “as available” basis without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. To the fullest extent permitted by law, LekkerLaw, its directors, employees, and agents disclaim all warranties, including implied warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, non-infringement, and uninterrupted service.

To the maximum extent permitted under South African law, LekkerLaw will not be liable for any indirect, consequential, exemplary, incidental, or punitive damages, or for any loss of profit, data, goodwill, or other intangible losses arising out of or relating to the use of the platform. LekkerLaw's total aggregate liability for any claim will not exceed the lesser of R1,000 or the amount you paid to us in the twelve months preceding the event giving rise to the claim.

11. Indemnity

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless LekkerLaw and its officers, directors, employees, and agents from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys' fees) arising out of or connected with your use of the platform or violation of these terms.

12. Changes to the service or terms

We may update the platform or these terms at any time to reflect operational, legal, or regulatory changes. We will indicate the date of the latest revision at the top of this page. Continued use of the platform after any update constitutes acceptance of the revised terms.

13. Governing law

These terms are governed by the laws of the Republic of South Africa. Any disputes arising under or in connection with the platform shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the South African courts.

14. Contact us

If you have questions about these terms or the platform, please contact the LekkerLaw team through our contact page.