Ranked in 2 Practice Areas
3

Band 3

Corporate/M&A

South Africa

20 Years Ranked

3

Band 3

Private Equity

South Africa

3 Years Ranked

About

Provided by Willem Jacobs

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Practice Areas

Corporate & Commercial

Consumer Goods, Services & Retail

Corporate Governance

Listings, Stock Exchange & Public Documents

Mergers & Acquisitions

Mining & Minerals

Private Equity

Career

Willem is a Director in our Corporate & Commercial practice. He led the Corporate & Commercial team for 11 years before stepping down to focus on the day to day running of his practice. He also serves on the firm's Executive, Finance and Compensation Committees. As evidenced through market recognition, Willem is regarded as one of South Africa's foremost M&A specialists. Willem’s areas of expertise are mergers and acquisitions, capital markets, private equity, black economic empowerment transactions, and structuring and restructuring of businesses.

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Chambers Global Guide

Private Equity - South Africa

3
Band 3
Individual Editorial

Willem Jacobs is a well-reputed practitioner showcasing solid advisory work in private equity deals. He handles disposals, investments and joint ventures.


Corporate/M&A - South Africa

3
Band 3
Individual Editorial

Willem Jacobs is recognised for his skill in a range of corporate deals, including M&A, disposals, investments and BEE transactions. His formidable client roster features prominent telecoms players as well as notable holding companies.

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