Real Estate
Global Guide 2024 : South Africa
Band 1
Contact number
+27 21 431 7000About
Provided by Webber Wentzel
The Real Estate Practice consists of property lawyers, notaries and conveyancers and is equipped to deal with any property related transaction. The team has both a national and international client base, ranging from individuals to developers to multi-national corporates. Furthermore, the team also serves on the legal panels of the major banking institutions in the country. In addition to general conveyancing, the services offered include all aspects of commercial property work, such as commercial property finance transactions, commercial lease agreements, renewable energy projects, intra-group transfers and new development work. It is a combination of commercial property law, conveyancing and notarial work. We furthermore have the advantage of being able to advise clients on all aspects of law that may be relevant to their transaction, such as environmental, tax and labour related issues.
Contact: Sulani Jooste, Partner ([email protected]).
Chambers Review
Webber Wentzel boasts a noteworthy practice with significant expertise in commercial real estate matters, as well as conveyancing and notarial work. The firm advises on acquisitions and development and also has notable strength handling property finance. The law firm demonstrates particular activity representing high-profile South African banks and financial institutions, with further experience acting for developers and corporates. The firm's clients hail from a range of industries, such as energy, construction, hospitality and mining. The group has further experience assisting with public-private partnerships.
Work Highlights
- Webber Wentzel advised ABSA Bank and Amrich Property Group on the acquisition of a share in Willowbridge Shopping Centre from Interurban.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Webber Wentzel stands out for its expertise and knowledge. The team shows ability in finding solutions, rather than just reciting the law."
"Webber Wentzel knows what the current trends in the different sectors and legal areas are."
"Webber Wentzel stands out for its expertise and knowledge. The team shows ability in finding solutions, rather than just reciting the law."
"Webber Wentzel knows what the current trends in the different sectors and legal areas are."
Notable Practitioners
Mark McIntosh is a much-admired lawyer who advises on a range of real estate issues out of the firm's office in Johannesburg. His work includes commercial and residential development, property sales and acquisitions, as well as representing mining and power companies in land matters. He has further expertise concerning subdivision and town establishment.
"Mark McIntosh has provided us with key advice on very tricky property transactions. He is responsive and has our best interest at heart."
"He is excellent in his advice. It's easy to get along and work with him."
Head of department Sulani Jooste acts for an impressive clientele of banking sector names, advising on a range of property finance and refinancing matters, as well as conveyancing and title deed-related matters. She is based in Cape Town.
"Sulani Jooste is an outstandingly good attorney, and she gets involved directly, which is appreciated."