Bio

Dirk Wessels works alongside his clients to build and grow their businesses. They value him for his easy-going nature and ability to ‘get the deal done’, even in highly regulated and complex environments. Dirk delivers commercially focused and seamless solutions to his clients both in South Africa and across the African continent. His knowledge of the different local legal structures and dynamics, coupled with his broader international and industry experience helps his clients understand the nuances of their transactions and manage their risks. He has 20 years’ experience, specialising in M&A, corporate restructurings and general corporate law with extensive experience in the tech, infrastructure and oil and gas industries. Dirk is particularly involved in the corporate aspects of the downstream energy and logistics space providing support to key commodity and oil traders. Here he plays a pivotal role in supporting his clients across their entire value chains and operations. Dirk also works with many clients in the technology and fintech sectors where he regularly provides advice on niche investment arrangements and acts for start-ups, technology-enabled payment solutions providers and other tech companies. This experience includes supporting them with necessary infrastructure development across Africa.