Chambers Review
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FinTech Legal - South Africa
What the Team is Known For
Strengths
Webber Wentzel has an amazing breadth of expertise, not just in South Africa, but other African markets as well.
The team at Webber are true partners rather than just legal service providers, and it translates into faster decision-making, reduced compliance headaches and confidence in strategic direction.
I highly recommend them. They are very responsive, diligent and as well as technical legal expertise, have expertise in different jurisdictions. Webber Wentzel remains a top-tier firm.
Webber Wentzel provides Innovative thinking tempered with a comprehensive understanding of the risks and rewards involved in pursuing certain options when offering service to clients.
Webber Wentzel has industry experts. They are available, responsive, swift and have a reliable depth of knowledge throughout their company.
Work Highlights
Webber Wentzel advised Tyme Bank, a digital banking group, on its USD150 million capital raise led by Nu Holdings, owners of Nubank.
Notable practitioners
Christoff is extremely responsive, professional and knowledgeable in matters concerning the FinTech payments regime.
Christoff is very highly regarded in South Africa. He is very personable, professional and a pleasure to work with.
Dawid de Villiers is a specialist in financial regulatory law. He advises on anti-money laundering compliance and securities law, as well as the regulatory aspects of blockchain and cryptocurrencies.
Dawid has exceptional skills and expertise.
Lerato Lamola a financial regulatory lawyer who demonstrates strong expertise in core FinTech products such as payment services, cryptocurrency and digital banking.
Lerato Lamola is highly competent and detailed in her work.
Lerato consistently provides in-depth, impactful and comprehensive advice on complex matters.
Lerato's exceptional commercial awareness stands out. She doesn't just understand the law, she understands our business and the broader market context in which we operate.
Mieke Vlok is a senior associate in the Webber Wentzel team who supports on regulatory and transactional matters in the payments sector.
Mieke Vlok is highly technical and commercially astute.
Mieke is a commercial and practical lawyer.
Mieke Vlok is like a rising star. The quality of work and responsiveness is excellent. She is well on her way to becoming top player in industry.