Employment & Labour Law Specialists

High quality, dynamic and accessible legal services which help our clients to proactively mitigate their employment risk and resolve employment disputes.

Employment & Labour Law Specialists

High quality, dynamic and accessible legal services which help our clients to proactively mitigate their employment risk and resolve employment disputes.

Employment & Labour Law Specialists

High quality, dynamic and accessible legal services which help our clients to proactively mitigate their employment risk and resolve employment disputes.

About

Justine Del Monte & Associates Incorporated was established by Justine Del Monte in 2007 and specialises in all aspects of employment and labour law.

We provide the full range of employment related legal advice and services to employers, employees, trade unions, HR and labour consultants and other legal practitioners in what is an increasingly complex and fluid area of law.
 
In offering a specialist service rather than general practice, we ensure our clients receive the best possible legal expertise, advice and assistance in employment and labour law matters.

Our Cape Town-based practice operates independently within this custom-designed environment allowing us to provide legal expertise and consulting services to our clients in professional yet relaxed surroundings, with ready access to other legal specialist services should the need arise.

Our Team

Justine Del Monte & Associates is proud to be a women-led practice.

We strive to provide our clients with accessible legal services that offers practical solutions to employment and industrial relations problems. We provide a personal service and clearly indicate how we work with our clients.

Client testimonials

Justine del Monte and Associates are a one-stop-shop labour law consultancy who have assisted us in successfully resolving challenges from every facet of human resources management. They have taken the time to get a feel for our company culture and in so doing, have built a rapport with Executive Management which is put to good use when providing counsel and proposing solutions.
Nicole Matthews
Capital Land Property Asset Management
I cannot recommend Justine Del Monte & Associates highly enough for any labour-related advice or dispute resolution. Justine is incredibly professional, always up to date with the latest case law and consistently available whenever I’ve needed guidance. She provides prompt, thorough and insightful feedback, managing timelines seamlessly. Justine has gone above and beyond, offering support after hours and over weekends in emergencies – nothing is too much trouble for her. I am immensely grateful for Justine’s counsel. Not only is she knowledgeable and dedicated, but she brings warmth and a great sense of humour. Working with Justine has been both a relief and an absolute pleasure. Thank you for your invaluable support Justine, your guidance has been a true asset.
Leigh O’ Mahoney
Director of Mamela Media (Pty) Ltd
Getting advice from Justine del Monte and Associates has been an absolute pleasure! She takes the time to understand her clients’ needs and has a genuine willingness to assist. With a detail oriented and insightful approach to any matter, Justine has been instrumental in ensuring that we remain a fair and lawful employer. Her advice is always constructive, easy to follow and concise. We’ve also always appreciated her responsiveness and efficiency in dealing with time sensitive matters. Thank you for keeping us on the right path, Justine!
Aba Ayirebi
Head of People at Stor-Age Property REIT Limited
Over the last decade, I have had the pleasure of working with Justine and her team, and I highly recommend them as a firm. Justine's responsiveness is unmatched; she’s always available when needed and provides clear, thoughtful guidance. What sets her apart is her ability to think outside the box in a highly regulated labour environment, crafting innovative solutions that not only meet the legal requirements but also take into account the human dynamics and business culture at play. She approaches each case with a deep understanding of the people involved, ensuring that her advice is practical, balanced, and forward-thinking. I couldn’t ask for a better legal partner.
Thelma Janse van Rensburg
Fractional People Officer and previously at Stitch Money and 2U
I have had the privilege of working with Justine Del Monte and Associates for the past 8 years, and their skill and expertise has been pivotal in my growth as an HR and labour professional. From day one, they have demonstrated an unwavering commitment to being authentic, conducting the utmost ethical practice, and always aligning with my and my organization's goals. The team’s deep knowledge of labour law, combined with their collaborative approach, has consistently helped me navigate complex labour and HR related challenges with confidence.

What truly sets them apart is their genuine care for their clients. They go above and beyond to ensure that we feel supported, providing tailored advice and solutions that meet the unique needs of our organization. Their dedication, professionalism, and willingness to walk the extra mile make them more than just legal advisors—they are trusted partners in every sense.

I can confidently say that Justine Del Monte and Associates has not only contributed to my professional success but has also helped me build stronger, compliant, and people-centered HR practices. I highly recommend them to anyone seeking reliable, ethical, and results-driven labour law support.
Caryn Pillar
Incubeta, Roobix and Titan Digital (previously)
Justine and her team have been our trusted legal advisers since the beginning of Quintessence. They have always provided invaluable guidance during challenging situations, offering excellent advice and expertly navigating us through complex processes. Their support and response has literally always been instantaneous. Their legal expertise and professionalism makes working with them a pleasure, and we can always count on them to mitigate our legal risk.
Nico Christodoulides
Co-founder, Director, and Head of Business Development of Quintessence
Expertise you can rely on from a practice that genuinely cares more about what you are going through than what they are getting out. Justine guided me through every turn of an unfamiliar, stressful experience with all sorts of support I didn't know I needed until I was getting it. She went above and beyond to be available to me under tight timelines. I could not have achieved the outcome I did without her and this is 100% testament to not only her solid professional knowledge and strategic excellence but also her sincerity in fully supporting her clients' wellbeing while working towards achieving a fair outcome. Thank you so much for everything!
Olivia Jurgens
I have had the privilege of working with Justine del Monte and Associates for over six years, and their legal expertise has been invaluable to our operations. Justine and her talented team have provided sound employment law advice, helping us navigate complex labor decisions with ease and ensuring our business remains well-protected. Their deep understanding of both local labor laws in South Africa and global legal contexts, especially through collaborations with our US-based legal counsel, has made them an indispensable partner.

What sets Justine and her team apart is their ability to truly understand the culture of our organization. They have tailored their services not only to meet our legal needs but also to maintain and enhance the employee experience, a key aspect of our company’s success.

On a personal note, Justine has also played a pivotal role in my own professional growth. Her coaching has helped me evolve as an HR leader, sharpening my thinking and approach to complex matters. I am truly proud to do business with such a dynamic, female-led South African firm and look forward to our continued partnership
Lauren Cullum
Senior Director, HRBP and Global Shared Services Lead at 2U
Pam Golding Properties has a long-standing relationship with Justine del Monte and Associates and I’ve had the pleasure of working closely with them for the past 7 years. I cannot speak highly enough of their exceptional service, their in-depth knowledge of labour law but more importantly, their ability to provide practical, straightforward advice that is has always been closely aligned with our business needs and values.

They are dedicated to maintaining strong working relationships and an outstanding feature is their ability to fully understand our specific challenges and then to work closely with us to achieve the best possible outcome. Justine and her team’s non-negotiable commitment to high ethical standards and their tireless work ethic is evident in every interaction – in the simplest matter or the most complex, I’ve always had confidence and complete peace of mind that PGP was in good hands.

I highly recommend Justine del Monte and Associates to any organisation seeking a trustworthy and highly knowledgeable partner in managing their labour or employment relationship matters.
Petro-Ann Beukes
Head of Group HR and Training for the Pam Golding Property Group
We have been working with Justine Del Monte & Associates now for many years and our long-lasting relationship is testimony of the exceptional legal support provided by them over this time. Our experience with the Justine Del Monte & Associates team has been nothing short of outstanding. Their Duty of Care to us as their client, is demonstrated in an in-depth understanding of South African Labour Law and consistently go above and beyond their expected duties in order to protect our interests. Their dedication, professionalism, and timeous communication has always yielded positive results. In particular, with Candace Bachmann’s expert guidance, we’ve achieved a favourable resolution that have exceeded our expectations in a number of cases. I highly recommend Justine Del Monte & Associates to any organization seeking reliable and effective Labour Law consultation.
Gabs Pather
Director of Jakupa Architects and Urban Designers (Pty) Ltd

How we work

Our firm has a professional, yet informal and personal approach with clients.

We understand that some clients may not be used to dealing with attorneys or consultants and as well as exhibiting a good sense of humour, we aim to inform and educate so as to make the process of seeking legal advice as non-threatening as possible.
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