Corporate/M&A

Herbert Smith Freehills has an established presence in Johannesburg, from where it operates a solid corporate/M&A team. Its lawyers offer advice across a range of areas, with notable experience managing acquisitions and disposals, as well as hostile takeovers, BEE transactions and corporate restructurings. The department demonstrates particular prowess in the mining and renewable energy sectors, with additional expertise assisting telecoms and investment companies. The firm has a proven track record operating on the African continent and the strength of an extensive international network of offices to draw upon.

"Herbert Smith Freehills is a good, solid law firm that is always available to provide help."

"The team has an excellent breadth of knowledge and quality."

Herbert Smith Freehills advised Capital & Counties Properties on its merger with Shaftesbury.

Ross Lomax has been engaged by a broad range of clients, particularly those in the renewable energy sector, for assistance with M&A and project investments. He also has experience advising on subscriptions in JSE-listed companies and corporate restructurings. "Ross Lomax is a very sophisticated and expert lawyer. He has been very helpful to us on how to behave in a complex market."

Rudolph du Plessis advises on a range of corporate transactions, including M&A and project investments. He is particularly sought out by industry investors and multinational corporations. He demonstrates further expertise advising on BEE transactions. "Rudolph du Plessis is excellent. He is a very measured, sensible person and very knowledgeable." "He is always mindful of our business practices."