Bornman & Hayward Attorneys
OUR PROFESSIONALS
Our professionals have qualified predominantly from the Western Cape Universities. The composition of our professionals represents gender equality and sensitivity to demographic demands.
We provide all communities, corporate and individual, with a substantial spectrum of legal services.
Our ethics are beyond reproach and are reflected in our track record of our Trust Accounts. In a profession lambasted for unethical, unscrupulous, and unprofessional actions of its members, the professionals in Bornman & Hayward Inc. have maintained a strong thread of integrity, operating efficiently within the boundaries and finding solutions by thinking outside of the box.
The proximity of our professionals is conducive to effective cooperation and problem-solving. There is constant interaction between our professionals and an exchange of expertise and practical experience.
The result is legal advice emanating from a seamless synergy of its professionals.
directors
Avon Loxton
Avon was born in Bellville, grew up in Atlantis, and matriculated from Atlantis Senior Secondary. He obtained his B Juris LLB degree from the University of the Western Cape in 1998 and completed his clerkship articles at Viljoen Jordaan and Nell in Atlantis in 2000.
He joined Bornman & Hayward as a professional assistant in 2001 and became Director in 2002.
His motto in life is: “What does not kill you makes you stronger” and “you have one life, live it”.
Johlene Fourie
Johlene was born and raised in the town of De Aar and matriculated from Worcester High School. From there her heart for people moved her to study Law at the University of Stellenbosch, where she obtained her B. Com degree in 1993 and LLB degree in 1995.
She later also completed a G. Dip Tax course at UCT. In 1997 she completed her articles of clerkship at Maritz Murray and Fourie in Worcester and Pohl & Stuhlinger in Cape Town, respectively. She started working at Bornman & Hayward in 2004 as a professional assistant and became Director in 2005.
Her motto in life is: “live life”.
Janes Meyer
Janés was born in Potchefstroom and grew up on a farm just outside of Potchefstroom. He matriculated from Fochville High School and completed his LLB degree in Potchefstroom at NWU Pukke in 2012.
In 2013 he started working at Bornman & Hayward as a Candidate Attorney, was admitted as an Attorney in 2015 and practiced as an Associate until he became a Director in 2017.
His motto in life is: “success is a mindset”.
Associates
Johanita Theron
Johanita Theron is an Admitted Attorney and Conveyancer who focuses on a wide range of conveyancing matters. She specializes in property transfers, bond registrations, and new developments, bringing nearly a decade of experience in the conveyancing field.
Johanita holds an LLB degree as well as a master’s degree in child law. Known for her professional yet approachable manner, she is dedicated to delivering efficient and reliable service to her clients.
Outside of her legal practice, Johanita enjoys spending time outdoors hiking and camping, spending time with family and friends and is passionate about animals, environmental protection, and conservation.
Rozanne Morta
Rozanne has been an admitted attorney since 2019 and practises in the firm’s Litigation Department. She specialises in debt collection, banking law, family law, and civil litigation in both the Magistrates’ Court and the High Court.
With a strong focus on efficiency and results, she provides clients with clear, strategic advice and dedicated representation in a wide range of contentious matters.
Lizette Smit
Born and bred in Cape Town Northern Suburbs. I embarked on my legal journey after joining a German law firm in 2002 as a Trade Mark Administrator subsequent too obtaining a National Diploma in Language Practice at the Cape Peninsula University. The legal environment resulted in my enrolment at UNISA June 2004 and obtaining the LLB degree in December 2008.
I attended the School for Legal Practice at UCT in 2009 and completed the contract of articles at 2 (two) established firms in the Northern Suburbs. After admission as an Attorney in November 2009 I have pursued a legal career in the financial services industries and obtained a Post Graduate Diploma in Financial Planning. In 2015 I have returned to practising law and have continued to pursue my passion at law firms in and around Cape Town.
I offer clients a set of diversified skills across various fields of law. My expertise lies with civil litigation, family and commercial law. Law and people are my passions. I am personable and “hands on” with legal disputes and seek “practical outcomes” for clients.
I find joy in the small things life brings. The serenity of nature brings me peace.
The harder I work, the luckier I get. (Gary Player).
CONSULTANTS
HP Van Der Merwe
HP was born in Hermanus and grew up on a farm in the Worcester district. He matriculated from Rondebosch Boys High School and completed his BA and LLB degrees in 1976 and 1978, respectively from Stellenbosch University.
He completed his articles of clerkship at Jan S de Villiers in Cape Town in 1981, after which he joined Bornman & Hayward as a professional assistant in November 1981. He became a Partner at Bornman & Hayward in 1983 and has practiced there since.
His motto in life is: “You only have one chance to make a first impression”, “Treat others the way you want to be treated” and “Be fun to live with”.
Auren Freitas Dos Santos
Auren was born in Alberton and grew up in Klerksdorp, where he matriculated from Klerksdorp Technical High School. He obtained his LLB from the University of North West in 2011 and his LLM from ISDE in Madrid, Spain in 2012.
He served as a Clerk of the Court of Arbitration for Sport in Lausanne, Switzerland. Upon returning to South Africa, he was admitted as an Attorney of the High Court in 2015. He then spent four years as the Legal Compliance Officer for one of the largest real estate groups in South Africa, gaining valuable insight into the practical and legal aspects of community scheme management.
Auren went on to establish The Advisory, a boutique firm, specialising in community schemes law where he serves as director and heads up the consulting division. In addition to his consulting work at The Advisory, Auren has partnered with the University of Cape Town to develop a short course on Home Owners’ Association Management.
Auren joined Bornman & Hayward as a consultant to apply his expertise in community schemes litigation.
His motto in life is: “Experience shapes expertise.”
CANDIDATE ATTORNEYS
Robyn Thorne
Robyn was born and raised in the Eastern-Cape. She holds a BA in Law and Psychology (2023) and an LLB from North-West University (2025), where she achieved strong academic results, including a Certificate of Merit for being a Top 10 distinction achiever and membership in the Golden Key International Honour Society.
Robyn joined Bornman & Hayward Inc. in 2026 as Candidate Attorney, with a growing interest in Commercial, Family and Labour law.
Robyn approaches the law with a calm yet unrelenting commitment to justice, always focusing on delivering the best outcomes for clients and ensuring that every matter is handled with care, diligence, and integrity.
Outside of practice, she enjoys the lifestyle Cape Town offers, from quiet moments to reading fictional books and exercising.
Her motto is: “You are absolutely capable of creating the life you can’t stop thinking about.”
Dieter Schuttler
Raised in the vibrant atmosphere of the Northern suburbs of Cape Town, this proudly South African attorney pairs sharp legal insight with an easy-going, approachable style.
After graduating with an LLB (cum laude), he joined Bornman & Hayward, a practice grounded in general law — enjoying the variety, challenge, and strategy that come with tackling matters across the legal spectrum.
From contracts and disputes to regulatory questions and everyday legal puzzles, he thrives on finding practical, common-sense solutions.
While his interests span broadly, he has a particular soft spot for labour law, where people, policy, and the realities of the workplace intersect in fascinating ways.
Known for being thorough without being intimidating, and professional without being overly serious, he believes good lawyering is equal parts precision and personality.
When he’s not immersed in case law, you’ll likely find him enjoying a great cup of tea, and soaking up the ocean air and energy of the coast — proof that balance is just as important as billable hours.
Motto: “Pray God lets me see tomorrow”.
I thank Bornman & Hayward for the invaluable help they have provided me with as one of their Clients since August 2016. Their service, guidance and understanding while handling my case was incredible. I am grateful for their efforts and look forward to continue business relations with them in future. Bronwyn Chambers – Family Law Client