The experienced Monique Jefferson heads DLA Piper Advisory Services (pty) Ltd’s employment practice, and is well-versed in assisting clients from the technology, insurance, retail, life sciences and financial services sectors with a range of employment matters. The team is sought after for advising on collective bargaining, industrial relations, the employment aspects of corporate transactions and workplace misconduct issues. Justine Katz is a key name in the group. Faryn Nana left the firm in June 2023.
Testimonials
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‘The team we work with makes us feel that our needs come first. They are really responsive when there is a crisis.’
‘The individuals are all very knowledgeable in their respective areas of expertise. They also know their limits and will refer us to the correct department/person if it is not within their scope.'
Key clients
- FirstRand Bank
- Phatisa
Work highlights
- Advising the curator of Ubank on the employment aspects of the disposal of Ubank’s assets and liabilities to African Bank.
- Handled the employment-related due diligence relating to Dogstar Mauritius, a majority shareholder in renewable energy services provider Starsight Energy, merging with South African-based solar firm, SolarAfrica Energy.