Corporate Investigations
Global Guide 2024 : South Africa
Band 3
Contact number
+27 11 911 4300About
Provided by Baker McKenzie
Baker McKenzie's size and footprint allows us to assemble a legal team across multiple jurisdictions and practice areas - quickly and successfully. In today's global market, having a multijurisdictional approach to compliance is essential as compliance problems are rarely confined to one country or one issue.
Not only do we have a strong on-the-ground presence in countries such as the United Kingdom and the United States, but we also have a strong presence in high growth markets, including Brazil, Russia and China. Our Johannesburg team is able to draw on other lawyers in the firm globally to ensure we successfully advise clients in cross-border investigations.
We advise on matters concerning corporate compliance, allegations of fraud, international trade, anti-bribery and corruption, business crime, data protection, cybersecurity and competition trade sanctions. The team is a young and dynamic one, passionate about the region and beyond, and equally committed to delivering innovative, pragmatic and high-quality client service on complex matters. To this end, we continue to be involved in a diverse spectrum of high-profile cases, demonstrating an impressive client book and serving as a disruptive market player to other practices in South Africa.
Chambers Review
Baker McKenzie advises clients on a range of corporate investigations, including those exploring allegations of fraud and bribery. The team is also well placed to assist with cases concerning the misappropriation of funds and offers compliance advice. It counts notable asset management firms and companies operating in the medical and telecoms sectors among its client list, acting for them on both national and multi-jurisdictional cases.
Work Highlights
- Baker McKenzie acted for Bain & Company on internal investigations relating to its public sector contracts in terms of corporate governance and revenue collection.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Baker McKenzie's service is impeccable, and their communication with us on the matter, its requirements and progress, is excellent."
"Their service is very good - their advice is accurate and they are commercially aware."
"The team needs limited time to get up to speed and shows expertise in conducting investigations."
"Baker McKenzie's service is impeccable, and their communication with us on the matter, its requirements and progress, is excellent."
"Their service is very good - their advice is accurate and they are commercially aware."
"The team needs limited time to get up to speed and shows expertise in conducting investigations."