Recognised for being 'technically outstanding', the commercial, corporate, and M&A practice at White & Case LLP advises on a wide range of transactions and benefits from close integration with the firm’s global network. Co-leader Gary Felthun brings extensive experience in private equity and cross-border deals, particularly in the mining sector. Fellow co-leader Tiaan De Wit focuses on IPOs, unbundlings, schemes of arrangement, and mergers. Sandile Mathebula is skilled in due diligence, with Brian Jennings and Nonhlakanipho Mchunu also as key contacts.
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Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
- ‘Tiaan De Wit is probably the best commercial attorney in SA.'
- ‘The team comprises of best in class lawyers who bring frank, trusted and honest advice. We have the utmost confidence in the team's abilities.’
- 'Great commercial insights that make them great transaction partners.'
- 'Gary Felthun and Sandile Mathebula have great commercial insights, which make them great partners and more than lawyers.'
- 'Extremely focused on getting a deal done in tight timeframes and with excellent turnaround without sacrificing quality.'
- 'Market leading knowledge in private equity transactions covering a broad range of individuals and a highly committed team of younger lawyers supporting the partnership.'
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Gary Felthun; Tiaan De Wit
Other key lawyers
Sandile Mathebula; Brian Jennings; Nonhlakanipho Mchunu