Mariska Shrives
@mariskashrives
Experienced attorney and conveyancer specializing in property, compliance, and commercial law.
South AfricaWhat I'm looking for
I am an experienced attorney, conveyancer and legal advisor with 20 years' expertise across property law, commercial contracts, litigation and regulatory compliance. I have led firms, managed large teams, and overseen conveyancing, risk and compliance functions while delivering client-focused legal solutions.
My career includes leadership as a managing director and roles at the Legal Practice Council, where I quality-assured regulatory processes and examinations. I bring proven skills in drafting and vetting complex agreements, managing property transactions end-to-end, and driving operational and compliance improvements.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Attorney / Conveyancer
Esterhuyse Samuels Incorporated
Mar 2025 - Present (7 months)
Manage conveyancing and property transaction workflows including drafting sale agreements, lodging transfers at the Deeds Office, and coordinating banks and municipalities to ensure compliant and timely registrations.
Legal Officer
Legal Practice Council – Western Cape
Jun 2024 - Feb 2025 (8 months)
Quality-assured admission and examination applications, managed regulatory compliance reviews and prepared reports for senior management while coordinating disciplinary and risk referrals.
Managing Director
Shrives Incorporated
Jun 2012 - May 2024 (11 years 11 months)
Led a legal and estate agency practice of 56 staff, delivered commercial and property legal services including contract drafting, conveyancing, collections strategy and compliance oversight, driving operational and revenue targets.
Legal and Compliance Executive
Creditworx
Nov 2010 - May 2012 (1 year 6 months)
Advised on contracts and high-risk legislation, managed nationwide legal collections across 52 branches, represented the business before regulatory bodies and reported to executive leadership.
Legal and Compliance Advisor
Vericred
Nov 2009 - Oct 2010 (11 months)
Supported daily legal operations, coordinated with external counsel and handled client complaints and disciplinary matters to ensure legal process compliance.
Partner / Attorney
Pienaar and Shrives Incorporated
Jun 2007 - Oct 2009 (2 years 4 months)
Served as partner providing legal services across commercial and property matters, contributing to firm management and client advisory from 2007 to 2009.
Attorney / Conveyancer
Maponya Incorporated
Nov 2005 - May 2007 (1 year 6 months)
Practiced as an attorney and conveyancer handling property transfers, legal drafting and client matters across commercial and residential property transactions.
Candidate Legal Practitioner
Brink Bonsma and Du Bruyn Attorneys
Jan 2003 - Dec 2004 (1 year 11 months)
Trained as a candidate legal practitioner supporting litigation, conveyancing and general legal tasks while completing admission requirements.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
UPUniversity of Pretoria
Master of Laws (LLM), Law of Contract
2016 - 2017
Completed an LLM in Law of Contract, including proficiency-based and conveyancing examinations relevant to admission as an attorney and conveyancer.
UPUniversity of Pretoria
Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Law
1999 - 2002
Completed an LLB degree with foundation legal training and qualifications required for admission as an attorney and conveyancer.
Tech stack
Software and tools used professionally
Availability
Location
South AfricaAuthorized to work in
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