Acquisition International - M&A Awards 2017 21 Roodt Inc Vistra Group Most Outstanding M&A Law Firm 2017 - South Africa Best Fiduciary & Corporate Services Firm - British Isles & Most Innovative Woman in Offshore Finance - British Isles Roodt Inc Vistra Group Roodt Inc renders specialised legal services to its select group of local and international corporate clients. We invited Johan Roodt to help us learn more about the firm and explore the secrets behind its recent achievements. Vistra Group is ranked among the top four corporate service providers globally, providing a uniquely broad range of services and solutions. Patricia White tells us more about the firm and the variety of solutions it offers. MA170037 MA170043 Founded in 2003, Roodt Inc has advised local and international clients on a large range of local and cross- border transactions. Johan outlines in greater detail the services the company provides to these clients and how it aims to always meet their needs. “Here at Roodt Inc we provide the full spectrum of corporate advisory services pertaining to M&A, covering deal strategy and structure, regulatory and fiscal strategy, deal negotiation and contract drafting, undertaking and managing due diligence investigations and reporting, deal closure and implementation, including regulatory and anti- trust filings and litigation where necessary. The firm is well placed to advise international clients requiring its services in respect of South African regulatory and legal issues. It has advised international corporate clients on a wide range of matters, including: Arvin Meritor, Sud-Chemie, Steinhoff, Royal Bank of Canada, Alcan, Caledonia Mining Corporation, Symantec, and Newmont. “The success of all of these projects highlights the success of our overall approach. This involves a hands-on approach at senior level, a clear understanding of the client’s strategic needs over the full spectrum of its business, and a pro- Drawing on the vast corporate experience of its dedicated professionals, Vistra’s capabilities span across international incorporations to trust, fiduciary, private client services, and fund administration services through its four business divisions: alternative investments; company formation; corporate and private clients; as well as international expansion. Patricia discusses the firm’s service offering in more detail, providing an insight into the work it undertakes in the M&A space. “Here at Vistra, we develop perceptive solutions to the often complex needs of each individual client, from international corporations to high net worth individuals. In regard to M&A work we have a track record of establishing companies in multiple jurisdictions, recruiting industry-qualified directors, setting up registered offices, and putting in place every aspect of local administration. “Our specialist service teams manage accounting and financial reporting, compliance, trading and treasury services, recruitment and payroll administration, international pension and incentive schemes, and much more. Through our global network, Vistra offers a tailored service built on extensive local knowledge –freeing up our clients to focus on their business objectives.” active, value adding service offering. Specifically, the firm adds value to M&A transactions through its intimate involvement at senior partner level in each transaction and a direct involvement from inception to final closure of each deal.” Going forward, Johan is optimistic about the future, both for the M&A market in South Africa and the firm itself. “Overall, the future of M&A looks bright, not only in South Africa but also cross border in the broader African continent and into and from the first world. Roodt Inc is well placed to attract its fair share of the market for its services, and to maintain its close relationship with its longstanding and stable client base.” Ultimately, the level of care that defines Roodt Inc’s practice is both a compelling differentiator and a powerful driving force. The firm retains close, long-standing relationships with its clients and finds strong motivation in being truly instrumental in protecting and advancing their business interests. This will remain its ongoing focus. Overall, Vistra continues to examine ways in which it can meet the requirements of the regulators it works with, as well as managing and exceeding the expectations of clients. To these ends, focus on corporate governance and business/ operational risk mechanisms are extremely important. As such, the firm work closely with the regulators in all the jurisdictions it operates in and participate regularly in regulatory reform. Looking ahead, this will remain the firm’s ongoing focus, as Patricia concludes. “As new regulators and investor demands place unprecedented pressure on the alternative investments industry, we work with clients to increase transparency, standardise processes and workflows, and administer complex strategies including credit and bank debt funds, in the most efficient manner possible. “Additionally, we have developed and implemented a control and risk management framework, leading to complete management insight into operational risks, improved operational risk controls and operational risk profile that fits the risk appetite of the group. Every office has a risk and compliance manager. Our governance framework constantly evolves in accordance with best practices, and this will remain our ongoing focus as we look towards an exciting future.” Company: Roodt Inc Contact: Carli Roodt Contact Email:
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