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There are particular skills that never go out of fashion.

Since the early 1900s, our firm’s ethos has remained unchanged. Staying close to our clients and in touch with their business imperatives has always given us the edge. Our clients benefit from over a century of experience – and by working hand in hand, we conceive considered and innovative solutions to their most pressing issues. It’s through the confidence of clients who trust us that we have earned a reputation as legal pioneers. Some 100 years later, that’s still our style. read more

So many inspired legal minds turn our practice into fine art.

In our legal palette, we have some of the most creative and nimble minds in the profession – and their interaction with each other makes for a formidable team. You could even suggest that other firms pale in comparison. We have experts in every aspect of corporate and commercial law – and we build on this intellectual capital by sharing knowledge, giving you the highest calibre of legal advice possible. Get the picture? read more

Rock solid advice you can be sure of.

Sometimes the right legal advice may not be what you want to hear – but we’ll give it to you anyway. Having explored all the options and given you all the angles – to serve your best interests, we’ll tell it like it is. Enlightening, don’t you think? read more

Choose your weapon.

There are more than a few who have been hard pressed to find a weak spot in our Litigation & Dispute Resolution team, regardless of the tactic engaged. That’s not to say we’re impervious, only thorough and always on guard. We know where a matter stands – and where it should be standing – at all times. We don’t mind the prodding. It only serves to remind us that where there’s a hole, there’s potential to strike. In battle, keep us close. read more

Experience, skill and dedication make
for a precision transaction, every time.

Consistently recognised by DealMakers, Ernst & Young and MergerMarket as the No. 1 law firm in South African mergers and acquisitions (M&A) by deal flow, our M&A team are considered master craftsmen. For flawless execution and the highest quality, keep us close. read more

What you say is what you get. Really!

We may know just about everything there is to know about the sophisticated local and international capital, money and equities market. Yet, we’re also passionate conversationalists. That’s where you come in. You talk about your business, your needs and your picture of success. We respond – quickly and plainly – on how to custom-structure complex financial transactions into holistic solutions that make good business sense. It’s how we lay claim to two of the most sought after commodities in the commercial world: partnership and innovation. Let’s start a conversation. read more

Collusion or just another deal?

If you want to avoid hefty fines and damage to your reputation, make sure you’re on the right side of the Competition Act. Whether you’re concluding a deal or managing your day-to-day business, ignorance of the increasingly stringent competition regulation is no defence - and could cost your business dearly. Don’t just shake on it. To be sure, keep us close. read more

Mastering tax requires more than an astute mind. It takes a flare for philosophy

Corporate tax. It’s not as simple as analysing numbers on a spreadsheet. That’s why the philosophy of our tax team is to understand and interpret the intricacies of South Africa’s complex tax regime so we can best meet your business needs. We predict and act on problems before they develop. That’s because we believe that tax should be managed, not feared. Just another reason why you’d be well advised to keep us close. read more

In mining, our experienced legal counsel will keep you out of harm’s way.

In an industry where the regulatory and business landscape is constantly evolving, you’ll want the best legal advice. You’ll want legal counsel that understands the influences of changing ownership structures, BEE obligations and the increasingly stringent environmental regulations applicable to mining. Locally or internationally, our Mining, Energy and Natural Resources team will give you the advice you need. Because forewarned is forearmed. Keep us close. read more

Your out-of-the-box thinking could be worth a fortune – to someone else.

Intellectual property is one of your most valuable corporate assets. But have you acted decisively to safeguard it? From registration and protection of trademarks, patents, designs, copyright, domain names, plant breeders’ rights to related revenue generating agreements, our highly-skilled Intellectual Property team is on your side. To make sure what is yours, stays yours - keep us close. read more

Close to all amenities. Sound investment. Location. Location. Location.

You’ve got a prime property legal practice on your doorstep. Werksmans Attorneys offers insights into the trends, opportunities and challenges of property-related business issues. What’s more, just next door to our team are the experienced sounding boards of tax, mergers and acquisitions, and litigation and dispute resolution. You would be well advised to keep us close. read more

To catch a corporate criminal,
you need to out think a corporate criminal.

With the right minds on your side, your business can combat economic crime – and comply with changing ethical and governance requirements. Our forensics team has extensive legal and forensics skills and experience in the successful prevention, detection and investigation of economic crime in both the public and private sectors. So to make certain your business stays on the straight and narrow, keep us close. read more

Did you know?

In March 2006, Werksmans enhanced its empowerment credentials through its merger with Nalane Manaka, a black-owned, black-managed law firm.

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Eager to join one of South Africa's leading corporate and commercial law firms? Find out why leading lawyers choose to build their careers with us.

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We offer insights into the most recent legal developments across a diversity of key industry sectors.

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Perspectives

Our attorneys are often asked to give legal comments on television and radio.

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WHAT'S NEW?

Werksmans has refreshed its brand image. Our new look was introduced to the market in August 2010.
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