Known for advising public and private clients on high-profile investments, fund formation, and structuring, Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr continues to stand out in the market. Practice head John Gillmer is skilled in financial services law, with particular expertise in investment fund formation and financial product structuring. Wayne Murray advises on fund formation and downstream transactions, while Nuhaa Amardien is experienced in private equity and hedge funds, fund-related agreements, and regulatory matters within the financial services sector.
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Testimonials
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- 'Depth of knowledge and talent to advise on many aspects of a deal, and to project manage all stakeholders.'
- 'John Gillmer is exceptional, with deep industry knowledge and legal expertise, together with a highly commercial approach to complex transactions. Fully appreciates what clients what and consistently delivers that. Availability on another level.'
- 'A unique combination of deep industry knowledge and legal expertise, together with a highly commercial approach to complex transactions.'
Key clients
- 27four Investment Managers
- PIC
- The SA SME Fund
- PAPE
- Old Mutual
- Coronation Fund Managers
- idi EM Partners
- Mergence Investment Managers
- Alexander Forbes
- Industrial Development Corporation of SA
- Leapfrog Investments Holdings
- RMB
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Practice head
John Gillmer
Other key lawyers
Wayne Murray; Nuhaa Amardien