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Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr

Private Wealth Law

High Net Worth Guide 2026 : South Africa

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Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr

Rankings

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Private Wealth Law - South Africa

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr is well regarded for its trusts, estates and succession planning practice. The lawyers serve domestic and international clients.

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Strengths

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  • They are efficient, professional and go beyond the normal, expected service delivery.

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  • Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr's team combines deep technical knowledge with clear, practical guidance, giving us boutique-level attention backed by a full-service firm.

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  • Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr has excellent knowledge of South African law relating to estate management, including tax and other duties.

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  • The team is very knowledgeable and prompt to respond to any queries and requests for information.

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  • The Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr team has a thorough understanding of the key aspects of estate planning and related structuring. Their skills and knowledge include tax, legal, regulatory and common practice.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Gretchen Barkhuizen-Barbosa
    Gretchen Barkhuizen-Barbosa

    Gretchen Barkhuizen-Barbosa

    Gretchen Barkhuizen-Barbosa has a strong estate planning practice and is highly regarded for her client service.

    • Gretchen is courteous, compassionate, reliable, contactable and available.

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    • Gretchen is really excellent on all fronts.

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    • Gretchen is very knowledgeable and provides a great service.

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    • Gretchen responds to questions immediately and is always ready and willing to help with anything I need.

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    • Gretchen is precise, diligent and delivers timeously. She is an expert in her field.

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  • Emily West
    Emily West

    Emily West

    Emily West advises on private wealth matters relating to the administration of high-value, cross-border estates.

    • Emily has given me sound and valued advice. She has always considered my best interests first, whether financial or practical.

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    • Emily is always efficient, kind and willing to assist.

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    • Emily provides excellent service. She is very responsive and gets things done.

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