Lawyer in Mauritius · Port-Louis
Counsel for the moments
that shape a life.
Independent counsel in Mauritius for family, divorce, property, employment and estate matters — led by Me Mokshda Pertaub, of the Mauritian Bar since 1998.
the chambers
Clear advice, quietly given.
Some matters are measured in headlines. Most are measured in sleepless nights.
Me Mokshda Pertaub has been at the Mauritian Bar since 1998. Her chambers offers clear advice to Mauritians and expatriates in consequential private and commercial matters — with plain answers, considered counsel, discretion, and calls that are returned.
practice
Six disciplines. One standard.
- 01 Family Law & Divorce Divorce, custody, alimony and child abduction, handled with judgement and care.
- 02 Property, Estate Planning & Wills Pre-purchase property advice, wills, estate planning and succession.
- 03 Employment & Workers’ Rights Workers’ Rights Act litigation and advisory, including disciplinary committees and employment contracts.
- 04 Civil & Commercial Advisory Advisory, drafting, contracts, and civil and commercial litigation.
- 05 High-Value & High-Profile Matters High-value divorce, substantial estates, politically exposed persons and sensitive defence matters.
- 06 Gender Advisory & International Advisory to boards and institutions; consultancy for UN Women, UNODC and UNDP.
discretion
Some matters must stay quiet.
They do.
High-value divorce, complex estates and sensitive matters where reputation carries weight. The chambers acts with judgement as well as advocacy — in confidence, from the first conversation. Enquiries are handled personally.
private mattersfor buyers & expats
Advice before you sign,
not after.
Buying in Mauritius as a resident or non-citizen should begin with clarity. Pre-purchase property advice is provided alongside Mauritian notaries and attorneys, with independent scrutiny of the transaction and its documents before you commit.
speak to us first
plain answers
The questions people actually ask.
Do I need a lawyer or a notary for this matter?
The right professional depends on the issue. Your barrister acts for you alone and explains when a notaire or attorney should also be involved.
read the answer →After divorce, can a foreign spouse stay in Mauritius?
Divorce can also affect immigration status. Early advice helps identify the questions to address before proceedings begin.
read the answer →How to proceed legally after being fired without reason?
The first steps depend on the circumstances. Prompt advice can clarify the process and the role of the Workers’ Rights Act.
read the answer →