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Southern US law firm Johannesmeyer & Sawyer expands into South Africa
Real estate, estates, and business law firm Johannesmeyer & Sawyer, PLLC, which has several offices across the southern United States, has launched its African presence with its merger with boutique Cape Town firm Burgess Attorneys Inc
A strategic integration with Cape Town firm Burgess Attorneys Inc marks the official launch of Johannesmeyer & Sawyer, PLLC’s (J&S) presence in South Africa, combining the complementary strengths of both firms and expanding client access to a broader range of local expertise, global reach, and 24/7 client support.
“We are excited to bring our international expertise to the South African market and to partner with a firm like Burgess Inc that shares our commitment to client care and excellence,” said Bobby Sawyer, Managing Partner of J&S, a real estate, wills and estates, and business law firm that has offices in South Carolina, Maryland, Tennessee, and Alabama. “Together, we will offer unparalleled legal services enhanced by innovative technology and continuous client support.”
The firms say this merger creates a uniquely positioned law firm ready to serve diverse client needs. J&S brings a portfolio of international expertise, and has been recognised for its creative and compassionate approach in estate planning, legacy preservation, business law, and Medicaid crisis planning. The firm offers clients innovative, personalised legal strategies, backed by a state-of-the-art 24-hour client support call center, ensuring responsive guidance anytime worldwide.
Burgess Attorneys Inc, established in 2021 by Stephanie Burgess, has a strong reputation within South Africa specialising in family law, insolvency, business rescue, property law, and administration of deceased estates. Their hands-on experience navigating the South African legal system and client-centric approach provide trusted local knowledge and support for personal and commercial legal matters.
The merger unites the complementary strengths of both firms, and expands client access to a broader range of expertise and support. The Cape Town firm will rebrand as Johannesmeyer & Sawyer, PLLC South Africa, with the integration combining J&S’s global reach and cutting-edge legal solutions with Burgess Inc's in-depth knowledge of the South African legal environment. Clients will receive continuity of trusted legal counsel alongside expanded access to global resources.
“We look forward to continuing to build trusted relationships and delivering exceptional legal services in South Africa,” says the rebranded Cape Town firm.
The merger positions J&S South Africa as a fully integrated, forward-thinking legal services provider able to meet diverse client needs from personal estate planning and legacy protection to complex business restructuring and insolvency cases.