Bio

Lureshan Naidoo is a Director in the Banking & Finance and Corporate Mergers & Acquisitions practice areas. Lureshan has a diverse skill set in the fields of banking and finance transactions, as well as mergers and acquisitions. After completing his articles at Werksmans in 2010, he focused on M&A and general corporate matters, gaining extensive experience in both domestic and cross-border transactional work. In 2018, Lureshan joined Standard Bank as the in-house senior lawyer for the Equity Finance and Investment team. During his two-year tenure, he provided valuable legal counsel on various equity funding structures, acquisition finance and share cover deals. This experience allowed him to develop a deep and invaluable understanding of banking and finance, as well as a unique perspective on funding transactions and equity investments from a bank’s standpoint. Returning to Werksmans in 2020, Lureshan has successfully merged his expertise in banking and finance with his background in mergers and acquisitions. Notably, he has advised lenders on bespoke equity finance deals, including loan facilities and preference share funding. When representing borrowers, Lureshan’s insights into the lender’s perspective contribute to successful and efficient closings. Lureshan has consistently combined legal knowledge with practical business understanding. His approach goes beyond traditional legal advice; he offers strategic insights, ensuring that his counsel aligns with the broader objectives of his clients. In Lureshan, clients find a knowledgeable legal ally attuned to the intricacies of the business landscape.