At Lawtons Africa, the corporate practice has a solid track record in advising on M&A, private equity transactions, BEE transactions, disposals, joint ventures and corporate restructurings. Department head Jeff Buckland is ‘an experienced professional’, and has established expertise in assisting private equity funds with acquisitions and disposals. Zaakira Haffejee handles a broad range of corporate matters, and is also noted for her experience in regulatory compliance and corporate governance issues. Riëtte Engels-Van Zyl left the firm in April 2023.
Testimonials
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‘The team is well balanced in terms of experience.'
- 'Jeff Buckland's work has been of the highest quality and in good time.'
Key clients
- Richards Bay Coal Terminal Proprietary Limited
Work highlights
- Advising Richards Bay Coal Terminal Proprietary Limited on a disposal of shares and coal export rights in the company.