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.'
‘The team make every effort to understand your business and its needs, whilst balancing this with keeping you legally compliant. They consistently maintain a quick turnaround time and ensure you feel supported throughout.’
‘Monique made herself available at incredibly short notice on multiple occasions due to the highly time sensitive nature of what we were working on. She then supported us throughout the process whilst tailoring it to meet our goals and handle our moving challenges.’
'Solid legal advice.'
‘Monique Jefferson provides tailored, practical advice.’
Key clients
- FirstRand Bank
- Phatisa
- Real Foods Group
- Direct Axis Business Unit (a business unit of FirstRand Bank)
- Shoprite Checkers
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.
- Advising Shoprite Checkers on the employment-related aspects of its acquisition of assets owned by subsidiaries of Massmart Holdings.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Monique Jefferson