FinTech Legal - South Africa
What the Team is Known For
Werkmans Attorneys' team offers regulatory and contractual advice to FinTechs and financial institutions. Its experts are adept at navigating a wide range of issues within the digital space, advising clients regarding electronic banking platforms, cryptocurrency and the use of artificial intelligence.
Strengths
"From a technology perspective, the team are knowledgeable and skilled, providing updates regularly with regard to changes in regulation and legislation."
"Werkmans have extensive knowledge of the different industries and so are able to bring expertise which is relevant for the industry and legal challenge you have at the time."
"Werksmans provide clear and timely advice which is straightforward and pragmatic. Their attorneys always demonstrate a clear understanding of our business and commercial needs."
Work Highlights
Werksmans Attorneys acted for Lesaka Technologies on its acquisition of FinTech data analytics and merchant services company Touchsides.
Notable Practitioners
Preeta Bhagattjee advises FinTech clients on IT and outsourcing issues. Her work also includes financial services regulatory advice and financing deals. "Preeta is extremely knowledgeable and always available." "Preeta is really detailed and also tries to understand our business."
