Webber Wentzel, IT & Telecommunications

About

Provided by Webber Wentzel

We advise both vendors and customers regarding all technology and telecommunications related matters and transactions. In addition to being listed as leading lawyers in publications of global legal rankings, we are regularly interviewed and quoted in local and international media, speak at conferences, write articles for business law journals and teach at tertiary institutions - all on issues related to information law and data protection. We consider our TMT team to be unique in this country due to (a) several of our lawyers having held in-house legal positions within leading global TMT companies; (b) our collaboration with other experts in our firm to fully service our clients' full requirements; and (c) our commitment to and engagement with the innovation ecosystem in South Africa. Our established relationships with regulators, banks, insurers, funds and infrastructure and service providers mean that we understand and can help navigate the issues that affect every area of the financial technology ecosystem. With significant depth of experience, we are uniquely positioned as a “one-stop” shop for clients pursuing strategic transactions and new products and services in the Fintech space.

Contacts: Peter Grealy, Partner ([email protected]) and Leanne Mostert, Partner ([email protected]).

Chambers Review

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IT & Telecommunications - South Africa

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Webber Wentzel is highly regarded for its ability to handle significant regulatory and licensing issues in the telecoms space, with additional expertise in contentious matters. The law firm offers leading experience in the technology sector, with acknowledged proficiency in outsourcing transactions, corporate governance, fintech financing arrangements and data protection. The team has also been instructed to advise on major transactions involving telecoms and technology players, with the support of its leading corporate practice group to draw upon. It acts for an impressive range of clients in the sector, including operators and service providers, as well as financial institutions.

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Work Highlights

Webber Wentzel assisted Actis with its 100% acquisition of Swiftnet.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Webber Wentzel has an excellent team and a great understanding of the field. The firm takes the time to understand our issues and deliver practical solutions.