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Leaders In Legal Training
Providing practical legal training for lawyers and legal professionals across Southern Africa. Expert-led courses in criminal law, trial advocacy and forensic practice.
50+
Years Experience
11
Course Dates 2026
7+
Cities Nationwide
2
Expert Directors
We are a company that provides Legal Training services in various topics and for various audiences — aimed not only at lawyers but anyone who has business with the criminal justice system.
Our directors, Mark Dyson and Kevin Pretorius, are both lawyers with a wealth of experience in the field of criminal law. Our training is very practical and designed to show learners how as well as what to do in the different modules being presented.
2026 Courses
Register For Our Upcoming Courses
Our courses are presented in major centres throughout the country. Dates are proposed and may change — courses are advertised individually here and on our Facebook page (Silver Fox Forensics).
Featured Course
Advanced Trial Advocacy
Master the art of courtroom advocacy with practical, skills-based training from experienced criminal lawyers.
Upcoming Dates
- 26–30 Jan · Pretoria
- 23–27 Feb · East London
- 23–27 Mar · Johannesburg
- 20–24 Apr · Cape Town
- 11–15 May · Pretoria
- 1–5 Jun · Durban
- 13 – 17 July 2026 : Mbombela
- 24 – 28 August 2026 : Johannesburg
- 28 September – 2 October 2026 : Pretoria
- 2 – 6 November : Bloemfontien
- 7 – 11 December 2026 : Johannesburg
Featured Course
Criminal Court Practice
A comprehensive guide to practice and procedure in the criminal courts, from charge to sentencing.
Upcoming Dates
- TBC — check Facebook for updates
New Courses Coming Soon
We are continuously developing new modules. Watch this space or follow us on Facebook for announcements.
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Our Team
Meet The Directors
Mark Dyson
Founding Partner

A practising lawyer with extensive experience in criminal law. Mark brings decades of courtroom experience to every training module, ensuring content is grounded in real legal practice.
Kevin Pretorius
Partner

Kevin’s background spans criminal litigation and advocacy across multiple jurisdictions. His practical approach to training makes complex legal concepts accessible to all attendees.
Ready to Register for a Course?
Places are limited. Secure your spot at the next upcoming date in your city.