THOMSON JACOBS DATNOW ATTORNEYS
IS ANYTHING BUT TYPICAL.
We provide high-caliber, specialized legal services for individuals and corporate entities alike.
By prioritizing innovative solutions and cutting-edge legal strategies, we ensure our clients experience
a standard of integrity and results that sets us apart from the rest.
FOCUSED. FEARLESS. FAIR.
With Thomson Jacobs Datnow, you get more than just a law firm. When you choose to engage a team of dedicated attorneys driven by empathy, excellence and impact, you can expect more than simply the standard legal fare. Based in Johannesburg and serving clients across South Africa and internationally, we offer expert legal solutions with a distinctly human approach.
What We Do
Our Core Practice Areas
We bring our sharp intellect and extensive experience to every case, combining professional strength with genuine care. We’re not just legal representatives, we’re your partners in navigating life’s most critical moments with clarity and confidence.
Family Law
Divorce, parental rights and responsibilities, custody, access, maintenance, parenting plans, LGBTQIA+ rights
Protection Orders
Restraining orders, domestic violence interdicts, protection from harassment interdicts
Notarial & Trust Law
Antenuptial contracts, trusts, apostilles, notarial authentication, notarial deeds
Civil & Commercial Litigation
Dispute resolution, mediation, arbitration, enforcement and interpretation of contracts
Meet the Visionaries Behind the Scenes
Our team of specialist attorneys has earned its reputation for tenacious advocacy, deep legal insight, and practical, results-driven strategies. Whether you’re looking for a sound opinion on a business matter, or need someone on your team to face a complex family dispute; if it’s a sticky criminal charge you’re defending or you simply need to ensure your new property is transferred into your name without fuss – you can trust Thomson Jacobs Datnow to protect and defend what matters most to you.
Claire Thomson
Partner
Specialist in Family Law, Civil Litigation, Commercial Law & Notary Public.
Legal Educator & SAAM Accredited Mediator
SHARP LEGAL MINDS.
UNWAVERING PERSONAL COMMITMENT.
A Collaborative Team of Specialists.
Our firm is home to a multi-disciplinary team of highly skilled attorneys, each bringing focused expertise and strategic insight to the matters we handle.
Litigation Strength. Advisory Depth.
Whether it’s in the courtroom or the boardroom, we provide robust representation and clear, considered legal advice tailored to each client’s unique needs.
Empathy Meets Excellence.
We believe that great legal service balances intellect with empathy. Our attorneys are known for being approachable, responsive, and deeply invested in the people we represent.
Direct, Strategic Communication.
We speak plainly and act decisively. Clients can expect honest, informed guidance, and a legal strategy designed to achieve results.
Solutions That Work in the Real World.
Legal outcomes matter. So does the journey. Our client-first approach ensures that advice is not just technically sound, but practical, accessible, and aligned with what matters most to you.
BOOK A CONSULTATION WITH OUR ATTORNEYS
From first consultation to final resolution, we’re here to empower, protect, and advocate – every step of the way. Based in Johannesburg, serving clients across South Africa and internationally – both in person and online.