Confidential, no-obligation consultations · Voluntary company & CC liquidations R25,000 all inclusive
Confidential, no-obligation consultations · Voluntary company & CC liquidations R25,000 all inclusive
More than a process – a path forward.
No one arrives at our door under easy circumstances. Whether your business is facing insurmountable debt or you simply need to close it properly, we guide you through the liquidation process with precision and care – from application to final distribution.
Altus Fourie, Partner, will personally call you back.
Fixed fee for voluntary liquidations
Voluntary & compulsory
No-obligation first consultation
Insolvency Act & Companies Act
At Liquidation and Sequestration Consulting, we understand that no one arrives at our door under easy circumstances. Whether you are a business facing insurmountable debt, a creditor seeking fair recovery, or an individual navigating the weight of financial distress, we know that behind every file and every matter is a real person – and a real future waiting to be rebuilt.
We are a specialist consulting firm operating at the intersection of South African insolvency law and human reality. Our work spans the full spectrum of liquidation and sequestration proceedings, creditor representation, estate administration, and financial restructuring – but our purpose has always been something greater than legal process. It is about resolution. It is about clarity. It is about helping people and businesses find solid ground when everything feels uncertain.
Helping people and businesses find solid ground.
We manage winding-up proceedings from application to final distribution. If any of the following sound familiar, a confidential conversation with Altus is the most important first step.
all inclusive – one fixed fee
Fixed, all-inclusive fee for the voluntary liquidation of a company or close corporation. Compulsory (court) liquidations are quoted separately after your consultation.
There are two main routes to winding up a company or close corporation in South Africa. The right one depends on who initiates the process and where the business stands with its creditors.
Who starts it
The company’s shareholders (or a CC’s members) pass a special resolution to wind up.
How it works
The resolution is registered with CIPC and a liquidator is appointed through the Master of the High Court – no court application is needed.
When it’s used
Directors recognise the business can’t continue, or it has stopped trading and needs to be closed properly.
Why it matters
Typically quicker and more cost-effective, and you stay in control of the timing. With us it’s a fixed R25,000 all inclusive.
Who starts it
Usually a creditor who hasn’t been paid – although the company, a director or a shareholder can also apply.
How it works
An application is brought before the High Court, which grants a provisional and then a final liquidation order.
When it’s used
The company is unable to pay its debts and creditors take action, or other statutory grounds apply.
Why it matters
A formal court process that usually takes longer and costs more – early advice can make a real difference.
Not sure which applies to you? Altus will talk you through it – confidentially.
Speak to Altus. We listen to understand not just the numbers, but the full context of what brought you here.
We confirm whether voluntary liquidation, compulsory liquidation or an alternative is right – and confirm your fee in writing. Voluntary liquidations are a fixed R25,000 all inclusive.
Resolutions, filings and applications are prepared and lodged with care, in line with the Insolvency Act and Companies Act.
We work through to final distribution, so you can close the chapter and move forward on solid ground.
Altus is a Business Consultant and SADC Investment Facilitator with extensive experience in strategic advisory, business development and high-level client engagement. He joined Liquidation & Sequestration Consulting as a Partner in September 2026, focusing on client liaison across the firm’s full range of services.
He guides individuals and businesses through voluntary and compulsory sequestration, company and close corporation liquidations, creditor representation, estate administration, pre-insolvency consulting, deceased estates and debt review.
Years’ commercial experience
Companies advised
English & Afrikaans
“Clear communication, professional guidance and practical support – helping clients find resolution, clarity and a path forward.”
Managing winding-up proceedings from application to final distribution – voluntary and compulsory, handled with precision and care.
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Assisting individuals and sole traders through the formal insolvency process with precision and care.
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Protecting the interests of creditors, in proving claims, and throughout the administration of insolvent estates.
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Working alongside trustees and liquidators to ensure estates are administered lawfully and efficiently.
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Advising clients before matters reach a critical point, exploring alternatives and preparing informed strategies.
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Guiding families through deceased estate administration with expertise, efficiency, compassion, and compliance.
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Professional debt review assistance, protecting consumers while managing repayments and creditor obligations.
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We do not believe in one-size-fits-all solutions. Every matter we handle is approached with the same commitment: thorough analysis, honest advice, and unwavering dedication to the best possible outcome for our clients.
We take the time to listen – to understand not just the numbers, but the full context of what brought someone to this point. We then apply our deep knowledge of the Insolvency Act, Companies Act, and related legislation to chart a course that is both legally sound and practically achievable.
Our clients range from individual debtors seeking a fresh start, to companies in distress, to institutional creditors who need experienced professionals in their corner. Whatever the nature of the matter, they can expect the same standard: expertise delivered with integrity.
Financial difficulty is not a character flaw. Insolvency law exists precisely because society recognises that people and businesses sometimes need a structured mechanism to face debt, protect assets, and begin again. We are privileged to be the professionals who help make that possible.
When we accept a matter, we are not simply processing paperwork. We are helping to bring closure to something that may have kept someone awake at night for months – or years. That responsibility shapes everything we do, from the way we communicate with clients, to the care we bring to every legal filing.
Helping people and businesses find solid ground when everything feels uncertain.
Straightforward answers to the questions we hear most. If yours isn’t here, ask Altus directly – there’s no obligation.
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A voluntary liquidation of a company or close corporation costs R25,000, all inclusive – one fixed fee, confirmed in writing after your confidential consultation, so there are no surprises.
A voluntary liquidation is started by the company itself through a special resolution of its shareholders (or a CC's members) and registered with CIPC – no court application is needed. A compulsory liquidation is ordered by the High Court, usually on application by an unpaid creditor. See the full comparison.
A company or close corporation is generally a separate legal entity, so its debts are its own. Personal liability can arise in certain circumstances – for example, where a director signed a personal suretyship or where there was reckless trading. We review your position during the consultation so you know exactly where you stand.
It depends on the type of liquidation, the assets involved and the number of creditors. We give you a realistic timeline at your first consultation and keep you informed at every stage.
Once a liquidator is appointed, creditors' claims are dealt with through the formal liquidation process rather than individually against the company. We explain what this means for your specific situation.
That's the best time to talk to us. Our pre-insolvency consulting advises clients before matters reach a critical point, exploring alternatives and preparing informed strategies.
Yes. We assist individuals and sole traders with voluntary and compulsory sequestration, as well as debt review and deceased estates.
Absolutely. Every consultation is confidential and without obligation. A confidential conversation is always the first step – and often, it is the most important one.
If you or your business is facing financial distress, or if you are a creditor in need of expert representation, we invite you to reach out. A confidential, no-obligation consultation is always the first step – and often, it is the most important one.
Confidential · No obligation · Altus will call you back