David H Botha Du Plessis And Kruger
Legal in Johannesburg

BDK is a leading law firm that provides services across a broad spectrum of subject matters. Our experienced attorneys strive to provide innovative and effective solutions no matter the complexity of the issue. We've earned our reputation as the most experienced, sought-after and established criminal law practice in South Africa. Innovative and effective advice on all matters corporate, commercial and contractual. Expert advice and guidance in all labour related matters, as well as representation at alternative dispute resolution procedures, bargaining council and CCMA matters. He joined the Department of Justice as a Prosecutor at the Johannesburg Magistrate Court in 1978 and subsequently practised as an advocate of the High Court until 1982 when he joined BDK Attorneys as a partner. He has been specialising in criminal law both on the defence and facilitating prosecution side. He also has the right of appearance in the highest Courts of the country and has successfully argued several matters in the Supreme Court of Appeal. Piet is a keen mountain biker and red wine connoisseur who believes that if you have more than one bottle left the day you die, you are guilty of bad planning. Jannie subsequently joined the Department of Justice as a prosecutor specialising in statutory offences in In 1979 he joined the Johannesburg Bar and practiced as an advocate until 1983 when he joined David Botha and Piet du Plessis at the firm where he also served his articles. Jannie is a director of the firm and has 35 years' experience in criminal litigation. Introduction: Rudi Krause is an experienced litigator specialising in all aspects of criminal law, general litigation and asset forfeiture litigation. He prosecuted and specialised in drug-related and commercial prosecutions. Rudi has vast experience in specialised commercial crime litigation. He has the right of appearance in the High Court and has appeared in the Supreme Court of Appeal on a number of occasions. Introduction: Ulrich Roux is a director of BDK and specialises in defence and commercial litigation, dispute resolution, and all areas of family law. Despite having a commercial background and qualification, Ulrich has distinguished himself as one of the most sought-after defence attorneys in Johannesburg, appearing in the High Court, Regional Court and District Court on a daily basis. Ulrich is a keen sportsman, having completed numerous Iron Man, mountain biking and road cycling events across the country. If he’s not in court you’re most likely to find him on his bicycle. BDK Inc. has recently reinvented its’ established client base. We offer you the opportunity to balance your profession, other interests and family commitments whilst being able to enjoy the support and infrastructure of an established, well recognised and dynamic law firm. Our accounts department is well established and will take care of invoicing, collections and other account related matters. The trust account and statutory and regulatory compliance matters is managed by BDK.