Jennigay Coetzer
Jennigay Coetzer is the Africa correspondent for Law.com International. She writes about lawyers and legal issues in South Africa and across the continent. Her coverage includes the business of law, global and domestic law firms, in-house legal departments and regulatory issues. She can be reached at [email protected]
April 01, 2021 | International Edition
Dentons Enters Nigeria Via Combination With 52-Lawyer FirmThe agreement with ACAS-Law gives the global firm a presence in 17 locations across the African continent.
By Jennigay Coetzer
2 minute read
April 01, 2021 | International Edition
South Africa's 'Historic' Abuse of Power Law Comes Into ForceLawyers have welcomed the the new Act, which is expected to "level the playing field for smaller parties and stop the abuse of power".
By Jennigay Coetzer
4 minute read
March 30, 2021 | International Edition
Slaughter and May Advises as Africa Secures 400 Million COVID Vaccine ShotsThe deal between U.S. pharma giant Johnson & Johnson and the African Union was made possible by a $2 billion facility.
By Jennigay Coetzer
2 minute read
March 23, 2021 | International Edition
'We're Aggressively Looking for Partners': Why Africa's Top Firms are Stepping Up HiringFirms like Webber Wentzel, Bowmans and Norton Rose are hiring in big numbers in key areas, galvanised by a growing optimism on the continent.
By Jennigay Coetzer
5 minute read
March 15, 2021 | International Edition
Bowmans Extends Continental Reach With Rare Mauritius Double Partner HireWith its sophisticated arbitration and transactional infrastructure, Mauritius is fast becoming a key location for Africa's top firms.
By Jennigay Coetzer
3 minute read
March 09, 2021 | International Edition
Pinsent Masons Hires Bowmans Johannesburg PartnerThe firm adds corporate heft to its five-year old office.
By Jennigay Coetzer
2 minute read
February 22, 2021 | International Edition
Andersen Global Africa Member Firms to Adopt New Brand NameThe firm's aim is to provide a one-stop shop for tax and legal advice in all locations.
By Jennigay Coetzer
3 minute read
February 11, 2021 | International Edition
It's the Future: DLA Piper's New Regional Head On Why the Firm is Building in AfricaThe firm's recently appointed managing partner for Middle East and Africa, Peter Somekh, believes Africa is the future for law.
By Jennigay Coetzer
5 minute read
February 10, 2021 | International Edition
Shell Defeated in Nigerian Oil Pollution CaseOne of Europe's top courts held oil major Shell liable for the actions of its Nigerian-based subsidiary.
By Jennigay Coetzer
3 minute read
February 03, 2021 | International Edition
Upcoming African Elections Poised to Test Fragile Laws and Justice SystemsLawyers describe the widespread mistrust of election processes across the continent, even in stable countries.
By Jennigay Coetzer
8 minute read
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