In this feature article, we look at Law Library South Africa (SA) which is a free service that legal practitioners, candidate legal practitioners, and law students can use for legal research. We spoke to Thirusha Naidu of Laws.Africa who briefly explained to us that Law Library SA is South Africa’s most comprehensive source of free legal information. She said that the library offers quick and easy access to current and historical legislation, by-laws, case law, gazettes, and legal updates. Whether one is a legal practitioner, candidate attorney, or simply interested in the law, the Law Library SA ensures you stay on top of South Africa’s ever-evolving laws, helping you deliver effective legal services. And best of all – it is completely free, for everyone.
Kgomotso Ramotsho (KR): How long has Law Library SA been in existence?
Thirusha Naidu (TN): We have been around for several years, carefully building a platform that marries the rich tradition of South African law with the speed and accessibility of modern technology. We have grown steadily, evolving with the needs of our users and ensuring that they have reliable, historical and up-to-date legal information at their fingertips.
KR: Who is your primary audience or user?
TN: Our primary audience includes legal practitioners, candidate legal practitioners, and law students who need instant access to case law, statutes, and legal literature. We also cater to government departments, legal researchers, and even the public with a curiosity about the law.
KR: In what way will your services assist legal practitioners and candidate legal practitioners in South Africa?
TN: We make legal research faster, easier, and more comprehensive. With the most extensive free database of by-laws, case law, and legislation in South Africa, we offer a one-stop solution for legal professionals. Whether you are prepping for a case, staying on top of legal developments, or diving into detailed research, you can do it all from any device, anytime, anywhere. It is like carrying the power of an entire law library in your pocket giving you instant access to the legal resources you need to work smarter and stay ahead.
KR: What sets your library apart from other law libraries?
TN: Law Library SA is fast and easy to use on your laptop and on your phone. Unlike traditional law libraries that require you to be on-site, Law Library SA is available 24/7, completely online. We provide South Africa’s most comprehensive free legal database, covering everything from historical legislation to consolidated amendments and authentic gazetted laws all in one place. What truly sets us apart is our focus on relevant, regularly updated content, with an intuitive interface designed specifically for the needs of South African legal professionals. Whether it is case law or legislation on a municipal, provincial, or national level, finding what you need has never been this seamless.
KR: Why should legal practitioners and candidate legal practitioners choose Law Library SA?
TN: Choosing Law Library SA is like having a legal research assistant that never sleeps. We offer reliable, comprehensive, and fast access to the most relevant legal resources, whether it is a 1919 Government Gazette, recent Constitutional Court judgment or the latest amendments to the law. Law Library SA makes your legal practice smoother, so you can focus more on winning cases and delivering value to your clients, and less on finding resources.
KR: Are your services free to legal practitioners and candidate legal practitioners?
TN: Yes! Access to Law Library SA is completely free for legal practitioners and candidate legal practitioners. We believe that access to legal knowledge should not come with barriers, and our mission is to make it as easy as possible for legal professionals to stay informed and succeed in their practice.
Kgomotso Ramotsho Cert Journ (Boston) Cert Photography (Vega) is the news reporter at De Rebus.
This article was first published in De Rebus in 2024 (Nov) DR 37.
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