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Construction - South Africa

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Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Pinsent Masons operates a leading construction department comprising a number of established lawyers in this field. The well-respected South African branch of an eminent international construction law firm, the practice has a significant client base hailing from a range of sectors, including engineering and energy. The group hosts a broad bench of lawyers with strong front-end and disputes capabilities. The team has impressive market recognition and a proven track record on major construction mandates.

Work Highlights

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  • Pinsent Masons advised Pele Green Energy on the construction law aspects of the operation and maintenance of a solar power plant project.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Junaid Banoobhai
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Band 1
Leading partner Junaid Banoobhai is an experienced construction lawyer with an impressive track record of representing clients in multimillion-dollar disputes, including arbitration. He acts out of the firm's Johannesburg office.
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Jason Smit
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Band 2
Jason Smit enjoys an excellent reputation for his leadership and counsel in major construction claims. He is based in Johannesburg and is active advising clients in contentious construction matters in transport and power infrastructure.
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Deirdré Simaan
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Band 4

Deirdré Simaan has extensive experience covering engineering contracts and service agreements as well as financing mandates. She is particularly active in criminal investigations involving construction issues.

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Jurg van Dyk
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Band 4
Jurg van Dyk is noted for his experience and skill in handling a range of construction issues, particularly in the renewable energy sector. He has a solid track record of representing both contractors and project sponsors.
Andrew Fawcett
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Andrew Fawcett
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Up and Coming

Andrew Fawcett is noted for his experience in handling construction litigation as well as judicial reviews.

Andrew is exceptionally talented.

Andrew Fawcett knows the technical aspects of matters, which makes him a valued lawyer.

Rob Morson
Expertise Based Abroad
Rob Morson is a distinguished lawyer who is well reputed for his skill in handling the full gamut of issues impacting the sector. Based in London, his advice transcends borders, playing a significant role in both domestic South African as well as continent-wide projects.

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Construction

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Junaid Banoobhai
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Band 1
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Jason Smit
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Band 2
4
Deirdré Simaan
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Band 4
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Jurg van Dyk
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Band 4
Andrew Fawcett
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Andrew Fawcett
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Up and Coming
Rob Morson
UK expertise based abroad