Environment
Global Guide 2024 : South Africa
Band 1
Contact number
+27 11 530 5000About
Provided by Webber Wentzel
We are a leading environmental team. With 2 partners, and 4 other qualified lawyers specialising in environmental law we advise high-profile clients on major transactions across a range of sectors. We advise on all environmental issues in commercial contracts. This includes mitigation, rehabilitation obligations, land-use planning issues, warranties, indemnities and undertakings. We are experienced in carrying out a cost effective environmental due diligence investigations as component of M&A transactions. We have developed a reputation for achieving commercially significant results, we have extensive experience on advising on all regulatory and environmental aspects of establishing nuclear power stations, as well as coal and gas-fired power stations, as well as advising on nuclear and radioactive waste. The practice group has specific expertise and experience in advising on environmental issues associated with prospecting and mining and production, including prospecting and mining in the ocean. We have advised on a wide range of matters in the upstream oil & gas sector.
Contact: Garyn Rapson, Partner ([email protected]).
Chambers Review
Webber Wentzel operates a broad-ranging environmental law practice acting on forestry, water use and waste management mandates, with particular recognition for the strength of its fisheries expertise. The group frequently undertakes environmental due diligence on M&A transactions, acting for domestic and international commercial clients. Additionally, the law firm maintains an active presence in the mining sector, advising on acquisitions, regulatory considerations and environmental impact assessments. The team features on high-profile disputes in the environmental space, including appeals against environmental authorisations.
Work Highlights
- Webber Wentzel represented Rheinmetall Denel Munition in a successful objection to an application for environmental authorisation of prospecting activities in the North-West Province.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Webber Wentzel are pragmatic irrespective of the complexity of the matter."
"The law firm is always available within a single phone call and is committed to assisting us."
"The team are very knowledgeable and provide in-depth industry insights."
"Webber Wentzel are pragmatic irrespective of the complexity of the matter."
"The law firm is always available within a single phone call and is committed to assisting us."
"The team are very knowledgeable and provide in-depth industry insights."
Notable Practitioners
Garyn Rapson possesses a strong reputation for his environmental work in the mining space, advising on issues such as carbon offsetting, permits and compliance. He also advises on ESG initiatives.
"Garyn Rapson is an accomplished environmental legal expert with a wealth of sustainability and ESG knowledge."
"His advice is both clear and concise, and he is attentive to ad hoc questions and concerns."
"Garyn is a good articulator and spokesperson."