Johannesburg, South Africa – Bowmans, a leading law firm with a pan-African presence, is set to enhance its Projects and Infrastructure Practice by appointing Jeremy Connick as a consultant from January 2025. Connick, a seasoned UK-based lawyer, brings over 35 years of experience working in Africa and is recognized for his extensive knowledge in energy, natural resources, and infrastructure transactions.
The chairman and senior partner at Bowmans, Ezra Davids, expressed enthusiasm about Connick’s upcoming role, noting that his vast experience and expertise would significantly bolster the firm’s projects and infrastructure capabilities. Connick’s arrival coincides with the firm’s strategic expansion, which includes the induction of several new partners from South Africa into the practice in January 2025.
Connick has represented various international and African clients, including sponsors and lenders in significant project developments across the continent. His extensive work portfolio includes high-profile roles in private equity, corporate transactions, and asset acquisitions and disposals. Before joining Bowmans, Connick held significant positions at Clifford Chance, serving in their offices in Hong Kong, Washington D.C., and London, and was the co-head of the firm’s Energy & Natural Resources Group.
Aleem Tharani, co-head of the Infrastructure Sector at Bowmans, highlighted Connick’s impressive track record and his well-established reputation in the international energy and infrastructure sectors. Tharani emphasized the value of Connick’s expertise to Bowmans’ strategic initiatives, particularly in supporting Africa’s energy transition and ongoing infrastructure development.
Sharing his thoughts on the new role, Connick expressed his delight in joining Bowmans, a firm he has closely collaborated with over the years. He mentioned his anticipation of contributing to Bowmans’ already profound platform and looking forward to deepening relationships with friends and clients across the continent.
This consultancy arrangement with Connick underscores Bowmans’ proactive approach to catering to the growing infrastructure needs in Africa. Additionally, in a related strategic movement, Bowmans is preparing to integrate a team of projects lawyers from A&O Shearman South Africa in January 2025. This integration aims to enhance the firm’s service offerings by elevating both the profile and capabilities of its team, effectively addressing diverse client needs within the rapidly evolving African infrastructure sector.
These strategic decisions by Bowmans signify a transformative period for the firm as they continue to affirm their commitment to meeting and exceeding the dynamic demands of their clients across Africa.
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