Well-known for its 'collective expertise and personal integrity', ENSafrica advises on all areas of debt finance, including leveraged and asset finance, corporate lending, restructurings, aircraft finance, and debt capital markets. Department lead Craig Saven routinely advises major local and international banks and development finance institutions on landmark deals across the mining, telecommunications, and tourism industries. Sean Lederman is a recognised expert in aircraft finance, Anina Boshoff is skilled across the financial services, mining, media, infrastructure, and agriculture sectors, and Jessica Blumenthal boasts expertise in ESG and sustainable finance. Further key contributors include Debbie Carmichael, Angela Itzikowitz, Alex Taylor, and Johann Basson.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Testimonials
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- ‘In addition to the firm’s overall excellence, I’d like to highlight an individual whose contributions have truly stood out. Jessica Blumenthal consistently demonstrates a deep understanding of complex legal frameworks while maintaining a practical, solutions-driven approach.'
- ‘Really incredible team with a wealth of knowledge, commerciality, understanding of our business and ability to deliver quality drafting first time around and manage transactions end to end, all within quoted budgets.'
Key clients
- The Standard Bank of South Africa Ltd
- DRDGold Ltd
- Transnet SOC Ltd
- International Financial Corporation
- Nedbank Ltd
- Absa Bank Ltd
- African Bank Ltd
- IDC
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Johann Basson
Practice head
Craig Saven
Other key lawyers
Sean Lederman; Anina Boshoff; Jessica Blumenthal; Debbie Carmichael; Angela Itzikowitz; Alex Taylor; Johann Basson