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Derrick Kaufmann - A lawyer who has gone from the bottom to the top
Derrick Kaufmann is a prominent South African lawyer, currently serving as the Co-Managing Partner for Africa and the Head of the Corporate and Commercial Department at Andersen in South Africa.
With extensive expertise in mergers and acquisitions, Kaufmann has developed a strong reputation in transactional law, international trade, and cross-border transactions. He holds a Master of Laws (LLM) in International Economic Law from the University of South Africa and has a robust educational background that includes a Bachelor of Commerce and an LLB.
His career spans various leadership positions, including his role as an Executive Director at First Republic Capital and as a founding partner at Kampel Kaufmann Inc. Kaufmann's contributions to the legal field have been recognised with accolades such as being named among the Best Lawyers in 2022, underscoring his influence and expertise in corporate law within the region
