Richard Cheeseman

Consultant

Cape Town

Phone: +27 21 405 7426

Mobile: +27 82 658 5313

Email: richard.c@fwblaw.co.za

Areas of Expertise

• Estate planning

• Formation and registration of inter vivos trusts

• Winding up deceased estates

• Drafting of wills and testamentary trusts

• Commercial and labour law advisory

Expertise

Richard (Dick) Cheeseman is a senior consultant at Fairbridges Wertheim Becker, bringing more than three decades of legal expertise to his practice. Admitted as an attorney in 1989, Richard previously served as the Managing Partner of the firm for 15 years, overseeing its strategic direction and growth.

Richard specialises in estates and trusts, advising on comprehensive estate planning, the formation and registration of inter vivos trusts, the winding up of deceased estates, and the drafting of wills and testamentary trusts. His practical, strategic advice supports clients in ensuring their personal and family succession plans are both secure and tax-efficient.

In addition to his trusts and estates work, Richard advises a broad range of corporate, institutional, and private clients on commercial and labour law matters, offering clear, commercially focused solutions to complex legal issues.

Methodology

Clients appreciate Richard’s blend of legal depth, commercial acumen, and pragmatic approach to complex matters. His reputation for clear advice, practical solutions, and long-term client relationships reflects his dedication to service excellence.