Corporate/M&A
South Africa
22 years ranked
LAWYER PROFILE
Ian Hayes
Global 2026
Ranked in 1 practice area
About
Provided by Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr
Global
Practice Areas
Corporate & Commercial
Mergers & Acquisitions
Mining & Minerals
Private Equity
Technology & Communications
Career
Ian is a Director and the Head of our Corporate & Commercial practice. As evidenced through market recognition, Ian is regarded as one of South Africa's foremost M&A specialists. Ian' areas of expertise include mergers & acquisitions, private equity, corporate finance, capital markets and structuring and restructuring of businesses.
Publications
Available here:
https://www.cliffedekkerhofmeyr.com/en/news/index.html?contact=/en/people/ian-hayes.html
Chambers Review
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Chambers Global Guide
Corporate/M&A - South Africa
Band 1
Individual Editorial
Head of department Ian Hayes maintains his impressive reputation in the South African market, with an enviable portfolio of blue-chip clients in the mining, telecoms and retail sectors. In addition to his transactional skills, he possesses further experience advising clients on major restructuring plans.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
Ian Hayes handles complicated matters with ease.
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