Expertise
Marcus Schaefer is a Senior Associate at Fairbridges Wertheim Becker, playing a key role within the firm’s Commercial and Corporate Department. Admitted as an attorney in 2022 and as a Notary Public in 2024, Marcus brings a focused, analytical approach to his practice, combining deep technical expertise with proactive problem-solving.
He specialises in the drafting of commercial agreements, including share sale agreements, shareholder agreements, MOIs, sale of business agreements, loan agreements, joint venture agreements, and lease agreements. Marcus advises companies and private entities on corporate governance, regulatory compliance, and all aspects of the Companies Act, providing detailed legal opinions and transactional support.
His expertise extends to resolving contractual disputes through litigation in the High Court and Magistrates’ Courts, as well as alternative dispute resolution mechanisms. He also offers company administration and secretarial services, supporting corporate clients with operational and governance matters.
Marcus is known for his strong commitment to integrity, clear communication, and delivering strategic, tailored legal solutions that align with his clients’ commercial objectives.
Methodology
Clients appreciate Marcus’s thoroughness, strategic foresight, and commercial pragmatism. His focus on building long-term relationships through exceptional service and technical excellence ensures clients receive consistent, high-quality legal advice.
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Social Sciences (Legal Theory, Economics, German Studies) (Rhodes University, 2017)
- Bachelor of Laws (LLB) (Rhodes University, 2019)
