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Corporate Investigations - South Africa

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What the Team is Known For

Werksmans is widely respected for its ability to manage a broad array of corporate investigations. The firm offers extensive experience in corporate crime, with particular expertise concerning alleged misuse of public funds and corruption relating to tender processes. The group is additionally active on contentious matters relating to state capture. It has a proven track record of acting for clients in the telecommunications, natural resources and financial services sectors, and is noted for its work on a number of high-profile public sector investigations.

Work Highlights

  • Werksmans represented Cell C in the investigation of a potential theft scheme involving rebates and sales.

Strengths

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The team has incredible knowledge and unquestionable commitment to do the research and provide in-depth and informative opinions.

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Werksmans Attorneys provides clear, timely guidance and advice that is straightforward and pragmatic. Its lawyers always demonstrate a clear understanding of our business and commercial needs.

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Werksmans' team is extremely dedicated and hard-working. The team is always willing to consult and engage with clients.

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Notable Practitioners

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Bernard Hotz
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Bernard Hotz is an accomplished litigator and head of the firm's business crimes and investigations practice. He is well versed in managing investigations into misappropriation, corruption and fraud, in addition to providing representation in related litigation.

Bernard Hotz is a highly skilled individual with years of experience. We also receive the best client experience from him.

His hands-on approach and strong leadership of the team reflect in the excellence of the work.

Bernard Hotz understands the industry and has exceptional communication skills.

Bernard Hotz is knowledgeable and understands difficult concepts quickly.

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Jeremy Gobetz
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Jeremy Gobetz has diverse experience advising private individuals, public departments and authorities, and private sector clients on fraud and corruption-related issues. He assists with investigations and contentious proceedings relating to fraudulent misrepresentation, misappropriation and breaches of contract.

Jeremy Gobetz is responsive, aware and committed to each and every matter.

He is always willing to assist and provide us with in-depth research and knowledge, in a format that is digestible and applicable to each matter.

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Mohamed Hoosen
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Senior associate Mohamed Hoosen assists with the representation of clients in investigations of fraudulent activity and allegations of misappropriation and corruption.

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Bernard Hotz
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Jeremy Gobetz
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Mohamed Hoosen
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