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Adriaans Attorneys’ Consultants are renowned for their specialized knowledge and extensive experience. They bring a wealth of expertise across various legal disciplines, ensuring that our clients receive the most comprehensive and effective legal solutions.

Real Estate Law: Consultant
Carla Batt

Carla is a Conveyancer and Consultant at Adriaans Attorneys, with over a decade of experience in Property Law. She is proficient in handling Sectional Title Developments, Subdivisions and Consolidations, Mortgage Bonds, and both Residential and Commercial Transfers. Carla’s journey in law began at Stellenbosch University, driven by her early passion for Property Law. Today, she is known for her specialist Property Advice, as well as her expertise in Sale Agreements, Lease Agreements, and Servitudes. As a member of The Law Society of the Cape of Good Hope, she is passionate about upholding high standards of integrity and professionalism.

Her practical approach and clear communication are key in guiding clients through the complexities of buying or selling property, and she emphasises honesty and efficiency in every transaction she is part of.

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Corporate and Commercial Consultant
Imogan Da Rocha

Imogan is a Corporate and Commercial Consultant at Adriaans Attorneys, who specialises in Corporate, Commercial and Intellectual Property Law. She is a detail-oriented, critical thinker with strong leadership skills and her approach is always to understand and meet the unique needs and objectives of our clients.

Her experience includes negotiating, drafting, and vetting commercial agreements, providing strategic legal advice on risk management and regulatory compliance, and helping businesses achieve sustainable growth within legal frameworks. Imogan has worked extensively with international clients, providing advice on cross-border partnerships and intellectual property issues. She has successfully advised on trademarks, copyright disputes, and domain name disputes, including filing trademark applications to protect clients' assets.

Imogan's innovative and skilled approach to corporate and commercial law, combined with her comprehensive understanding of business operations, makes her an integral part of our team.

Corporate and Commercial Law: Consultant
Owen Tobias

Owen is a Consultant at Adriaans Attorneys and acts as the head of the Energy Law and Corporate and Commercial Law departments. His expertise is vast and includes negotiating, drafting, and finalising various agreements across multiple jurisdictions, including extensive work in Africa and internationally with entities involved in exploration, production, and financial arrangements in the energy sector. Owen has managed numerous local and cross-border transactions, involving the sale of shares, business acquisitions, and drafting corporate documents for complex international deals.

He is a member of The Law Society of the Cape of Good Hope, the Association of International Petroleum Negotiators, and the International Bar Association, reflecting his dedication to integrity and professionalism in the legal field. Owen’s career showcases significant corporate transactions where he ensures compliance and strategic success in the challenging sectors of energy and commercial law.

Corporate and Commercial Law: Consultant
Muneer Asmal

Muneer is a Consultant in the Corporate and Commercial Law department at Adriaans Attorneys. He has worked at top-tier international law firms in South Africa and brings extensive experience in the oil and gas sectors, that involves upstream, midstream, and downstream activities, particularly in Africa. His expertise extends to mergers and acquisitions, general corporate work, and dispute resolution. Muneer has been pivotal in leading various significant projects, such as midstream developments in Equatorial Guinea, Nigeria, and South Africa, and structuring major deals like the restructuring of Anglo American’s South African assets. His role in negotiations across diverse geographies, including the acquisition of gas assets in Egypt and the development of storage facilities in Southern Africa, showcases his capability to handle complex legal and commercial challenges.

As a member of The Law Society of the Cape of Good Hope, Muneer upholds high standards of ethics and integrity. His career is marked by a commitment to precise legal solutions that align with strategic business objectives.

Employment Law: Consultant
Alayna Lewendal

Alayna is a Labour Law Consultant at Adriaans Attorneys, specialising in a comprehensive range of labour law services. Her experience includes initiating and prosecuting disciplinary enquiries, representing clients at the CCMA and Labour Court, and advising on labour-related matters across various organisations. Alayna has played a pivotal role in restructuring operations, employment terminations, and policy reviews at Cape Community FM Radio Station, where she serves as a Board Member.

Her legal expertise extends to presiding over disciplinary hearings with Cape Nature and defending clients in arbitrations for Natashan (Pty) Ltd. As a member of The Law Society of South Africa, Alayna’s career trajectory includes significant roles such as Associate at Turner Ntshingana Kirsten Ravens Khan Attorneys and early legal training as a Candidate Attorney at Legal-Aid South Africa Bellville Justice Centre. Her commitment to the legal profession and her expertise in labour law ensure that she delivers high-quality legal guidance and representation.

Tax Law: Consultant
Lindsay Kearns

Lindsay is the Senior Tax Consultant at Adriaans Attorneys, with extensive expertise in advanced taxation for both individuals and businesses. His core skills include tax compliance, planning, structuring, and the preparation and submission of tax returns, as well as managing tax appeals and correspondence with the South African Revenue Services (SARS).

A Chartered Accountant and registered tax practitioner, Lindsay completed his education at UNISA and his articles at the audit firm Mazars, gaining a solid foundation in auditing across various industries. With experience in tax, accounting, and finance across diverse sectors, Lindsay brings a wealth of knowledge and a strategic approach to Adriaans Attorneys, ensuring compliance and effective tax solutions for their clients.

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