DLA Piper announces the appointment of a Director to its Johannesburg office. Natalie Keetsi joins the firm’s Litigation and Regulatory team on 1 September 2025.

Natalie's practice focuses on corporate investigations and construction-related disputes. She has experience in complex, cross-border matters in various sectors including construction, infrastructure, and energy, in South Africa, Africa and the Middle East. A Harvard Law School alumna, Natalie brings a global perspective and a solution-driven approach to navigating high-stakes matters.

Kirsty Simpson, Head of Litigation & Regulatory in South Africa, said: “Natalie is a great fit to our South Africa disputes team. Her cross-border expertise will further enhance our ability to support clients in major investigations and construction matters. We’re excited to welcome Natalie to the firm and confident that she will make a valuable contribution to the team and our clients.”

To advance its growth strategy in South Africa, DLA Piper has made several significant appointments over the past 18 months. These include the appointment of Lorica Elferink, a director in Corporate. The firm has also appointed two senior associates and three associates across the Corporate, Finance, and Litigation & Regulatory practices. Three associates have also been promoted to senior associates within the Corporate, Finance and Litigation & Regulatory teams within this time.

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