No-win-no-fee social security benefits claim lawyers in South Africa
A social security or benefits authority refused, reduced or stopped a disability, invalidity, retirement or other benefit you believe you are entitled to.
- Short answer
- Contingency fees are permitted under the Contingency Fees Act, with caps on the success fee. Deadlines vary for this kind of claim, so ask a lawyer to confirm yours early. JuriMatch lists firms that say they take social security benefits claims in South Africa on success-based terms; each firm decides case by case.
- What happens if you lose in South Africa
- Costs generally follow the result: the loser is usually ordered to pay the winner's costs on a tariff that covers only part of the real fees.
- Updated
- 2 November 2026, JuriMatch editorial team (general information, not legal advice)
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Frequently asked questions
Can I find a no-win-no-fee social security benefits claim lawyer in South Africa?
Contingency fees are permitted under the Contingency Fees Act, with caps on the success fee. Deadlines vary for this kind of claim, so ask a lawyer to confirm yours early. JuriMatch lists firms that say they take social security benefits claims in South Africa on success-based terms; each firm decides case by case.
What happens if I lose a social security benefits claim claim in South Africa?
Costs generally follow the result: the loser is usually ordered to pay the winner's costs on a tariff that covers only part of the real fees.