Christel Beukes

It is with deep sadness and regret that we received the devastating news of the untimely and tragic death of our colleague and friend Christel Beukes who passed away in a car accident on the night of 24 February 2021. She was an excellent attorneys with absolute integrity, a dedicated, principled and much-loved member of our Mdt family.

Our condolences to her family and friends – she will be sorely missed.

00. Your Family Law Firm.

Miller du Toit Cloete Inc.
Family Law Attorneys

Miller du Toit Cloete Inc is a leading national and international specialist family law firm, that has participated innovatively in the development of all aspects of family law for many years. The firm continues to develop its strong expertise, strategic thinking and negotiation skills.

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01. Practice Area’s.

Our Practice
areas.

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Children’s best interests, relocation, abduction, alternative families, parenting plans, parental rights and responsibilities, guardianship.
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Ante-nuptial or prenuptial contracts.
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AAART, domestic and international surrogacy and fertility law
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Alternative dispute resolution, arbitration and mediation
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Cross border work and competing jurisdictions
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Marriage, separation and divorce, Muslim and Hindu marriages,
traditional marriages, marriages across borders.
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Civil unions, co-habitation, domestic relations, same
sex relationships
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Matrimonial property law – proprietary and financial claims, Trusts, companies,
close corporations, trustbusting structures in divorce proceedings.
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Conveyancing
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International practice
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Children’s best interests, relocation, abduction, alternative families, parenting plans, parental rights and responsibilities, guardianship.
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Marriage, separation and divorce, Muslim and Hindu marriages,
traditional marriages, marriages across borders.
–
Ante-nuptial or prenuptial contracts.
–
Civil unions, co-habitation, domestic relations, same
sex relationships
–
AAART, domestic and international surrogacy and fertility law
–
Matrimonial property law – proprietary and financial claims, Trusts, companies,
close corporations, trustbusting structures in divorce proceedings.
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Alternative dispute resolution, arbitration and mediation
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Conveyancing
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Cross border work and competing jurisdictions
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International practice
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02. Meet the team.

Our
Dedicated
team.

Our team at Miller du Toit Cloete consists of 5 specialist family law attorneys with 70 years combined knowledge and expertise in all aspects of South African and international family law.

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03. International Practice Areas.

Our International
practice areas.

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The Hague Convention on the Abduction of Children and other international conventions
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AAART, domestic and international surrogacy and fertility law
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Relocation of children, children’s interests and alternative families
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Cross boarder work and competing jurisdictions
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International marriages and the mobility of partners
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ADR, arbitration and mediation
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International family law
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The Hague Convention on the Abduction of Children and other international conventions
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AAART, domestic and international surrogacy and fertility law
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Relocation of children, children’s interests and alternative families
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Cross boarder work and competing jurisdictions
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International marriages and the mobility of partners
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ADR, arbitration and mediation
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International family law

Click to see Our International Connections – Reunite | IAFL | IBA | AAARTA | The Hague

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04. Our Conference.

Our
Conference.

11 – 13 March 2026 at the President Hotel, Alexander Road, Bantry Bay.

If you have any queries, please call Bridget on +27 (0)21 418 0770, or email conference@mdtcinc.co.za

PROVISIONAL SCHEDULE OF SPEAKERS
REGISTER HERE
NGO’S, OFA’S & OTHER GOVERNMENT DEPARTMENT’S REGISTER HERE – SUPPLIER NUMBER MAAA1317606

04. Our Conference.

Our
Conference.

THE 28TH ANNUAL MDT/UWC GLOBAL FAMILY LAW CONFERENCE, 11,12 & 13 MARCH 2026, THE PRESIDENT HOTEL, BANTRY BAY, CAPE TOWN

For online registration, please CLICK HERE FOR THE ANNUAL MDT/UWC FAMILY LAW CONFERENCE

For details regarding accommodation at the President, or otherwise, please click below

CLICK HERE FOR PRESIDENT HOTEL ACCOMMODATION

CLICK HERE FOR ALTERNATIVE ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS

Please click on the link below for transport enquiries.

CLICK HERE FOR DELEGATES TRANSPORT ENQUIRIES

Queries:

Email:
ina@mdtcinc.co.za /
bridget@mdtcinc.co.za
Call: +27 (0) 21 418 0770 / +27 (0) 82 371 6079.

NB! CANCELLATION POLICY – NO REFUNDS IF YOU CANCEL AFTER 1 FEBRUARY 2026.

Social Functions:

  • 11 March – Complimentary Opening Cocktail Function (venue TBA)
  • 12 March – Optional Dinner (venue TBA), ZAR 800 per person
  • 13 March – Closing Cocktail Function – President Hotel

Accompanying guest(s) are welcome for the cocktail functions and optional dinner. However, they are not permitted to attend conference sessions or tea/lunch breaks.

05. Get in touch with us.

Contact
Us

Suite 1002, 10th Floor, 80 Strand Street, Cape Town, Republic of South Africa

+27 21 418 0770 | zenobia@mdtcinc.co.za

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06. Rest in Peace

Christel
Beukes

It is with deep sadness and regret that we received the devastating news of the untimely and tragic death of our colleague and friend Christel Beukes who passed away in a car accident on the night of 24 February 2021.

She was an excellent attorneys with absolute integrity, a dedicated, principled and much-loved member of our Mdt family.

Our condolences to her family and friends – she will be sorely missed.

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