Bookbinder Business Law
is a flourishing Botswanan law firm founded in 2010 by Jeffrey Bookbinder offering an integrated and efficient service combining a true on-the-ground knowledge with international standards.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a special focus on financial and corporate matters which allows them to provide practical and comprehensive legal advice.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include BCL, Botswana Development Corporation, Clicks Group, The Foschini Group, First National Bank of Botswana, Galane Gold, Imara Holdings, Jarcon Opencast Mining Botswana Proprietary, Kgalagadi Breweries Proprietary, Letlole La Rona, National Development Bank, Norsad Capital, Pets Metal Trading, Premium Nickel Resources Corporation, Puma Energy Botswana Proprietary, Vivo Energy Botswana Proprietary, Servest Group, Sir Ketumile Masire and Teaching Hospital.
Research period review:
33rd edition (2023/2024)
During the research period the firm was active in banking, debt capital markets and M&A.
In banking the firm advised both lenders and borrowers on several financing deals connected to the transport, real estate, and financial services sectors.
In debt capital markets the firm worked on bonds and notes issuances for a client in the banking sector.
Deal highlights:
33rd edition (2023/2024)
Standard Chartered Bank Botswana BWP229.96 million bond issue
Client feedback: 33rd edition (2023/2024)
Financial services regulatory
“Great expertise, and they are well resourced and knowledgeable on all aspects of law.”
Andre Bell
"Efficient, knowledgeable, innovative, responsive and communicates well."
Tebogo Mapitse
"Always ready to assist, knowledgeable, efficient with his work and produces timely results."
