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Dispute Resolution - South Africa

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Band 4

What the Team is Known For

Herbert Smith Freehills is a well-known international law firm with a growing presence in the South African market. It utilises its multinational presence to provide diverse expertise and geographical coverage; the South African disputes team attracts notable clients in the mining and energy industries as a result of its expert understanding of the relevant regulations and policies. Its litigation lawyers provide further expertise in disputes arising in the natural resources and construction spheres, with considerable arbitration proficiency and experience both domestically and abroad.

Work Highlights

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  • Herbert Smith Freehills represented Standard Bank in proceedings at the High Court and Equality Court brought by Sekunjalo in relation to the termination of various Sekunjalo accounts following allegations of misconduct.

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Notable Practitioners

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Jonathan Ripley-Evans
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Band 4

Jonathan Ripley-Evans heads the firm's South African dispute resolution practice. He is well versed in handling litigation and arbitration proceedings relating to insurance, and takes on administrative law, competition and commercial issues as well as criminal matters, including fraud and corruption cases.

Jonathan Ripley-Evans has good commercial awareness and technical abilities

Fiorella Noriega Del Valle
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Fiorella Noriega Del Valle
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Up and Coming

Fiorella Noriega Del Valle has a growing practice across commercial, administrative and criminal litigation. She represents clients in various matters, including class actions and environmental law-related investigations.

She is very competent, client-focused, incredibly proactive in how she manages matters, and cost effective.

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Dispute Resolution

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Jonathan Ripley-Evans
4
Band 4
Fiorella Noriega Del Valle
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Fiorella Noriega Del Valle
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Up and Coming