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Webber Wentzel

Tax: Consultants

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Webber Wentzel has arguably the market leading premier tax advisory offering in South Africa, with an integrated and multi-skilled team of experts (comprising both lawyers and accountants) who work closely with other practice areas to bring our clients bespoke solutions to complex problems in a way which displays commercial acumen and insight. We track actual and anticipated changes to tax laws across the globe to ensure that our clients are well placed to manage these and we actively engage in lobbying and submitting valuable input on tax-related legislative changes.The tax team is best known for its abilities in the areas of Corporate Tax (including M&A and private equity related work), Fund Formation and International Tax and Tax Dispute Resolution. The team represents the industry body for private equity, namely SAVCA, in responding to all tax legislative developments affecting the industry. Our Africa Tax practitioners form part of this team and make use of an extensive best friend's network across the African continent to advice on investments in Africa.

Contact: Brian Dennehy, Director ([email protected]) and Cor Kraamwinkel, Partner ([email protected]).

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Tax: Consultants - South Africa

What the Team is Known For
Webber Wentzel is a distinguished South African law firm with a leading tax practice that is well equipped to handle both domestic and cross-border matters. The group offers expertise in exchange control structuring and tax dispute resolution. It provides an integrated offering to clients, with an emphasis on cross-department collaboration. The firm has in-depth knowledge spanning the full spectrum of contentious and non-contentious tax, garnering notable recognition for its skill in handling private equity and M&A-related matters. It is often retained by noteworthy clients based across Africa, particularly in the finance and natural resources sectors.
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Work Highlights

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  • Webber Wentzel advised Actis on the tax elements of the sale of 100% of the issued shares of the Octotel Proprietary to a consortium led by AIIM.

Strengths

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  • Webber Wentzel delivers quality work and output, detailed and with the right technical knowledge.

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  • Webber Wentzel not only demonstrates a strong grasp of complex tax issues but also shows a remarkable ability to collaborate effectively across teams.

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  • The team of lawyers is efficient and concise in its advice but also happy to deep dive into options and concepts. Its ability to provide clear advice on the best alternatives is second to none.

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  • The team of lawyers is highly technical and delivers advice either on time or earlier.

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  • The law firm's meticulous attention to detail and unwavering commitment to achieving the best possible results are truly commendable.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Anne Bennett
    Anne Bennett

    Anne Bennett

    Anne Bennett is a distinguished figure in the South African market. She is highly regarded for her experience assisting multinationals with the tax aspects of major cross-border transactions.

    • Anne Bennett is a well respected individual in the tax environment who has a reputation of delivering advice of the highest order.

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  • Brian Dennehy
    Brian Dennehy

    Brian Dennehy

    Brian Dennehy is a dedicated corporate tax adviser whose practice covers a suite of matters including M&A and corporate reorganisations. He particularly impresses for his experience of private equity buyout transactions, black economic empowerment transactions and fund formation.

    • Brian Dennehy is just incredibly smart in terms of problem solving and tax structure.

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  • Craig Miller
    Craig Miller

    Craig Miller

    Craig Miller is an experienced tax expert with an impressive client portfolio of prominent names in the financial, private equity and food sectors.

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  • Graham Viljoen
    Graham Viljoen

    Graham Viljoen

    Graham Viljoen provides advice and guidance on a range of corporate tax matters, including major cross-border M&A deals. He is a particularly strong choice for private equity-related transactions, providing tax advice on portfolio expansion and investments.

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  • Nina Keyser
    Nina Keyser

    Nina Keyser

    Nina Keyser has extensive contentious tax experience that encompasses audits and investigations, and she is often engaged by major corporations in the mining, agribusiness and manufacturing sectors. Based in Cape Town, she is frequently sought out to advise on tax disputes with the South African Revenue Service.

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