Phaleng-Podile Attorneys is a 100% female black-owned law firm committed to providing exceptional legal services that are client-focused and solution-driven. Established by Ms Mmatlou Hellen Phaleng-Podile, our firm was born from the vision of addressing the unique legal needs within the commercial and property sectors, and we continue to grow into a trusted name within the South African legal practice.

With offices in Johannesburg, Gauteng, and Polokwane, Limpopo, we specialise in various legal services, including property law, tax law, estate law, commercial law, and litigation. Our experienced team of professionals brings over 20 years of expertise, ensuring we deliver tailored legal solutions to corporate and private clients nationwide.

At Phaleng-Podile Attorneys, we believe in building lasting relationships with our clients by understanding their specific needs and delivering high-quality legal outcomes. Whether it’s guiding you through property transfers, handling complex litigation, or advising on commercial contracts, we are dedicated to ensuring that your legal matters are managed with the utmost professionalism, care, and attention to detail.

Our firm is also deeply committed to diversity, inclusion, and community engagement. As a proudly female-led legal firm, we take great pride in contributing to the empowerment of women and the upliftment of underrepresented groups within the legal industry and beyond.

Looking towards the future, Phaleng-Podile Attorneys aims to expand both locally and internationally, delivering innovative legal solutions that resonate across borders. We are driven by a passion for excellence and a commitment to helping our clients become successful, no matter the complexity of their legal challenges.

Vision

Our vision is to lead with purpose, delivering exceptional legal solutions that drive success and create lasting value for our clients. Through innovation and expertise, we turn challenges into opportunities, consistently providing professional services across all areas of practice.

We are committed to advancing diversity, equality, and inclusion, working hand-in-hand with our colleagues and partners to uplift communities. By fostering collaboration and championing sustainable progress, we aim to not only serve but inspire the sectors we touch, leaving a meaningful impact in everything we do.

Mission

Our mission is to create a dynamic and empowering environment where we deeply understand our client’s needs and deliver tailored, relevant legal solutions that exceed expectations. We are dedicated to building lasting, meaningful relationships through open communication, ensuring our clients are supported every step of the way.

At the heart of our firm is a team of skilled professionals, committed to providing expert guidance and fostering trust, creating value for both our clients and the attorney-client relationship. We strive to be not just legal advisors but trusted partners in our client’s success.

Our Team

Mmatlou Hellen Phaleng-Podile

Experience:

  • Admitted Attorney (20 November 2006),
  • Conveyancer of the High Court (16 February 2010);
  • Notary (16 April 2013);
  • Liquidator on the National Panel of Liquidators with offices of the Master of the High Court for all provinces in South Africa.

Qualifications:

  • B. Proc – University of the North in Limpopo (1991- 1994);
  • LLB degree – University of Witwatersrand (1995- 1996);
  • LLM (Taxation) – University of the Witwatersrand (1997-1998);
  • Treasury Management and Trade Finance with the Institute of Bankers (2001-2001);
  • Diploma in Investment Management 2002 – University of Johannesburg (then RAU);
  • Higher Diploma in Company Law University of Witwatersrand (2005-2006);

Veronica Emelda Thandi Mohale

Attorney
(Senior Associate)

Nomasonto Pelma Manana

Attorney

Mpheta Samuel Mabotja

Attorney
(Senior Associate)

Marayna Whitney Nicole Martin

Candidate Attorney

Lydia Sekoalo

Prep Clerk
(Johannesburg)

Kevin Tshepo Podile

Office Administrator/Conveyancing Assistant

Lebogang Speelman

Messenger

Key Strategic Pillars

Speed of Delivery: Phaleng-Podile Attorneys is determined and strives to sustain its firm by providing exceptional legal services to clients at reasonable tariffs at all times.

Competitive Fees: Phaleng-Podile Attorneys capitalises on offering its customers competitive fees whilst not compromising the quality of the service.

Brilliant Client Service: Phaleng-Podile Attorneys commits to offering the best legal services to its clients in accordance with their individual needs and more importantly, the great focus being to minimise any potential client’s future risks.

Client Focus: Phaleng-Podile Attorneys is highly client-focused. The firm ensures that it is well-versed with all client’s needs, which needs we ensure are met at all times.  The firm provides timeous delivery for all legal solutions requested which are key in ensuring that clients’ needs are met. Phaleng-Podile Attorneys values the maintenance of good relationships with its clients.

High Caliber Staff: Phaleng-Podile Attorneys has highly qualified professionals and experienced staff and associates who ensure quality service within a reasonable and agreed time as prescribed by court rules, if applicable which it strictly adheres to in order to ensure client’s satisfaction.