The commercial property team at Bowmans has ‘superior industry knowledge when it comes to real estate transactions, and certainly adds value to any real estate deal’. Led by property finance expert Craig Schafer, the practice has an excellent track record in assisting developers, banks, listed and unlisted property funds, as well as mining and renewable energy companies, with a wide spectrum of real estate matters. Schafer acts for commercial property lenders in relation to the financing of property acquisitions and developments, and Samantha Saffy is well-versed in advising on the registration of notarial and mortgage bonds as security for project finance. Julia Power has experience in conveyancing matters. Philippa Sutherland also plays an important role in the team.
Testimonials
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‘Julia Power is an excellent lawyer, so responsive and helpful.'
‘Julia Power is always willing to assist her clients in understanding complex legal issues. Highly recommended.'
‘The team is pragmatic, solution oriented and has quick turnaround times.'
'Samantha Saffy stands out - she builds good relationships with clients and shows understanding of their needs.'
Key clients
- First Rand Bank Limited (acting through its Rand Merchant Bank division)
- The Standard Bank of South Africa (Commercial Property Finance)
- Absa Bank Limited (CIB and CPF Divisions)
- West Property Fund Limited
- Vantage Data Centers South Africa
- Growthpoint Healthcare Property Holdings (RF) Proprietary Limited
- Zara Retail South Africa Proprietary Limited
- Sanlam Life Insurance
- African Rainbow Minerals Limited
- Assmang Proprietary Limited
- Grindrod Holdings (South Africa) Proprietary Limited
- Capitec Bank Limited
- SOM Group Proprietary Limited
- Flanagan & Gerard
- Barloworld Limited
- Transnet Property
- Coca Cola Beverages South Africa (Pty) Ltd
- Regus Management Group Pty Ltd
- Engen Petroleum Limited
- Mpande Property Fund
- West BG Properties Proprietary Limited
- LSG Sky Chefs South Africa Proprietary Limited
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Craig Schafer