Led by the ‘extremely efficient’ Lionel Shawe, White & Case LLP‘s practice has an excellent reputation for its strength in debt finance and capital markets work. The group has a solid track record in assisting international and domestic financial institutions and banks with sustainability-linked credit facilities, revolving credit facilities, sovereign guaranteed financing and credit derivatives matters. Lindani Mthembu is a key practitioner for cross-border transactions and often acts for mining, real estate, telecoms, and retail entities. Alex Cullinan specialises in handling syndicated lending mandates and restructurings, while Sibusiso Zungu is versed in commodity finance.
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‘The team is efficient and solution orientated.'
‘I have worked with Lindani Mthembu on difficult transactions. He has been calm and stood his ground without losing his cool. He disarmed arguments using his wealth of knowledge that he has amassed over the years.’
‘Lionel Shawe and Alex Cullinan were extremely efficient.'
‘Alex Cullinan and Lionel Shawe are very approachable. They are always willing to assist and are quick and efficient.'
‘They are committed, available on short notice, and go the extra mile even when resources are scarce.’
‘Lionel Shawe is constructive and solution-driven.'
‘Lindani Mthembu finds innovative solutions to issues which may arise.'
‘The team has good cross-border abilities and experience in the financial markets.’
Key clients
- National Treasury of the Republic of South Africa
- Standard Bank Group Limited
- International Finance Corporation
- MTN Group
- Absa Bank Limited
- African Development Bank
- Citibank
- Development Bank of Southern Africa
- Eskom
- Rand Merchant Bank
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Practice head
Lionel Shawe
Other key lawyers
Lindani Mthembu; Sibusiso Zungu; Alex Cullinan; Sboniso Cibane; Elaine Langa