Webber Wentzel

Established in 1868, Webber Wentzel has distinguished itself as one of South Africa’s leading law firms. The firm operates in Cape Town and Johannesburg with approximately 800 employees – of which 150 are partners. According to employees, one of Webber Wentzel's chief assets is that the firm operates as a partnership. This enables the firm to attract and retain outstanding talent while creating scope for innovation. The partnership structure has certainly helped to create a unique culture. Additionally, Webber Wentzel boasts a visionary leadership team, whose approach has helped the firm to secure an enviable blue-chip client base requiring assistance on complex matters, which delivers job satisfaction for practitioners. Their client base includes many of South Africa’s Top 100 companies in banking & finance, construction & energy, insurance, media, mining, oil & gas, private equity, property and telecommunications. The team also has a strong focus on Webber Wentzel's expansion beyond South Africa. Webber Wentzel has also entered into a collaborative alliance with global law firm, Linklaters. Linklaters has worked on numerous landmark transactions in almost every country in Africa over the past 30 years and is recognised for its leading African practice. This alliance will Webber Wentzel and Linklaters working closely together for the benefit of their clients in Africa. The firm is also associated with ALN, a group of leading law firms in Africa. Guided by the recognised need to narrow the divide between the advantaged and disadvantaged members of South African society, the firm's Pro Bono Practice provides essential and gratis legal services to individuals and communities.