About Us
Where conflict, handled wisely, becomes opportunity.
Wise Mediate is a premier Alternative Dispute Resolution firm dedicated to professional, impartial and cost-effective resolution across the spectrum of legal, family, commercial and civil disputes.
Wise Mediate was founded on the principles of fairness, confidentiality and respect. We bring together experienced mediators and dispute resolution practitioners committed to delivering outcomes that preserve relationships, save time, and reduce the financial and emotional burden associated with traditional litigation.
We serve individuals, families, businesses and institutions across South Africa, offering accessible and efficient ADR services tailored to the specific needs of each client. Whether the matter is a sensitive family dispute, a complex commercial disagreement, or an urgent civil claim, we apply structured, evidence-based mediation methodologies to guide parties toward mutually acceptable resolutions.
We believe that conflict, when handled wisely, can become an opportunity for growth, understanding and lasting agreement.
Who We Serve
A diverse client base across society and commerce.
Individuals & Families
- Divorcing or separating couples
- Families navigating deceased estates
- Parents in custody disputes
- Individuals with civil claims
Businesses & Commercial
- SMEs and large corporates
- Franchisors and franchisees
- Employers and employees
- Creditors and debtors
Property & Housing
- Property owners and tenants
- Financial institutions / bond holders
- Sectional title communities
- Developers and contractors
Education & Public Sector
- Schools and governing bodies
- Students and academic institutions
- Government departments
- NPOs and community organisations
Legal & Regulatory Framework
Operating within South Africa's established ADR jurisprudence.
Our settlement agreements can, where appropriate, be submitted to the relevant court or tribunal as a consent order — giving them the full force of a court judgment.
Mediation in Certain Divorce Matters Act (No. 24 of 1987)
Children's Act (No. 38 of 2005) — parenting plans & best interests
Administration of Estates Act (No. 66 of 1965)
National Credit Act (No. 34 of 2005) — debt & repossession
Rental Housing Act (No. 50 of 1999)
Court-Annexed Mediation Rules (Rule 41A, Uniform Rules of Court)
CCMA Regulations — complementary labour mediation
Companies Act (No. 71 of 2008) — business disputes