Paarl Consulting Room

rom our consultation room in Paarl, Maurice Phillips Wisenberg (MP|W) extends its renowned Family Law department to the Cape Winelands, delivering tailored divorce and family law solutions to meet the unique needs of our clients. With a comprehensive range of services and a strategic presence in the heart of the Winelands, we provide expert legal guidance infused with empathy, serving communities from Val de Vie to Somerset West.

Our Family Law Expertise

• Divorce Proceedings: Whether contested or uncontested, we manage every aspect of divorce with precision, protecting your rights and interests. Our team ensures fair outcomes in asset division, spousal maintenance, and financial resolutions.
• Child Custody and Contact: Prioritizing the best interests of the child, we navigate complex custody disputes and craft personalized Parenting Plans that reflect each family’s needs, securing stable care and contact arrangements.
• Maintenance and Support: We secure equitable maintenance agreements for children and spouses, balancing financial fairness with post-divorce stability, backed by decades of experience.
• Marital Contracts: From antenuptial to postnuptial agreements, we draft contracts that safeguard your financial future and clarify terms to prevent disputes.
• Mediation Services: As an alternative to litigation, our accredited mediators facilitate amicable resolutions, easing the emotional strain of family conflicts with a collaborative approach.
• Domestic Violence Protection: Committed to combating abuse, we offer swift support to victims, guiding them through restraining orders and safety measures with urgency and care.

​Strategically located in Paarl, we proudly serve the broader Cape Winelands, including Val de Vie, Rawsonville, Wellington, Ceres, Stellenbosch, Worcester, Robertson, and Somerset West. Our Paarl consultation room brings MP|W’s signature blend of legal excellence and genuine understanding closer to you, ensuring that families across the region have access to top-tier representation.
Contact us today to discover how our Paarl team can support you through divorce, custody, or any family law matter—delivering clarity, compassion, and results tailored to your journey.

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From the moment I walked into Maurice Phillips Wisenberg's Paarl Consulting room, I felt a sense of relief. Bertus Preller handled my complicated divorce proceedings with utmost professionalism and empathy. I could not have navigated through this difficult time without them. Highly recommended!
— Sarah M., Val De Vie

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Ek was baie bekommerd oor die voogdyskap van my kinders na my egskeiding. Maar Bertus Preller en die span by Maurice Phillips Wisenberg het my ongelooflik baie gehelp. Hulle het seker gemaak dat die belange van my kinders eerste gestel is. Ek is baie dankbaar vir hulle diens. — Johan V., Paarl

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I had a very sensitive domestic violence case and needed urgent help. The team at Maurice Phillips Wisenberg not only guided me through the process of obtaining a restraining order but also ensured my safety throughout. They are truly lifesavers. — Emily R., Wellington

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As 'n besigheidseienaar was ek bekommerd oor die finansiële implikasies van my egskeiding. Die prokureurs by Maurice Phillips Wisenberg het my deur elke stap van die proses gelei en seker gemaak dat ek finansieel beskerm is. Ek kan hulle nie genoeg aanbeveel nie." — Pieter W., Paarl

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The team at Maurice Phillips Wisenberg helped me draft a comprehensive parenting plan that was fair and in the best interest of my children. Their expertise in child care and contact matters is unparalleled. I highly recommend their services. — Karen S., Paarl

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Expert Team and Affiliations: Our Family and Divorce Law department is spearheaded by Bertus Preller, a distinguished attorney and author renowned for his extensive expertise in family law. With affiliations to leading organizations like Reunite International Child Abduction Centre and Saferspaces, Bertus champions child welfare and community safety, enriching our team’s perspective. Bolstered by our membership in the MSI Global Alliance—a network of over 250 firms across 100 countries—our attorneys remain at the forefront of legal innovation and best practices, delivering unparalleled guidance to clients throughout the Cape Winelands and beyond.
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Community Engagement and Social Responsibility: At Maurice Phillips Wisenberg, we are deeply committed to supporting the communities that sustain us. Through regular pro bono initiatives, we focus on critical issues like domestic violence prevention and child protection, reflecting our ethos of compassion and accountability. This dedication to social responsibility goes beyond obligation—it’s woven into the fabric of our firm. From Paarl to the broader Cape Winelands, we strive to make a meaningful impact, ensuring our legal expertise serves both our clients and society with integrity and care.

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Bertus Preller

Voted by Business Day as one of South Africa's Top Lawyers in Family Law and Divorce Law in 2023.

​We are immensely proud to announce that Bertus Preller, a consultant in our Family and Divorce Law Department, has been recognised in Business Day's "Lawyers of the Year 2023." This prestigious accolade is conferred by Best Lawyers, a peer review publication that is highly respected in the global legal community. The recognition is based entirely on peer reviews and is designed to capture the consensus opinion of leading lawyers about the professional abilities of their colleagues within the same geographical and legal practice area. Being listed in Best Lawyers is a significant honour and serves as a testament to Bertus Preller's exceptional skill, dedication, and contribution to the field of Family and Divorce Law.