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James Edward

Edward James

Partner

+27 835 629 681

Johannesburg

Edward is the Corporate Crime Risk Lead for Africa. He conducts internal investigations for corporate clients, advises on key compliance matters (including anti-bribery, sanctions, anti-money laundering, fraud and modern slavery) and represents clients who face regulatory enforcement action

Edward James is an exceptional practitioner. He is incredibly intelligent and is able to communicate clearly and calmly when providing feedback to clients.

Anonymous client - Chambers and Partners 2023

Ed is top-notch, he's extremely competent and detail-oriented but also doesn't get dragged into the details. He can identify the crux of the matter. He's very methodical and calm too, and an excellent, reassuring communicator.

Anonymous client - Chambers and Partners 2022

He is able to break down complex issues and explain them well to executive audiences

Anonymous client - Chambers and Partners 2022

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    Credentials

    • 2022
      Joined Pinsent Masons
    • 2017
      Qualified - England and Wales
    • 2015
      Hong Kong University of Science and Technology - Business Administration (MBA)
    • 2010
      Qualified - South Africa
    • 2007
      University of Cape Town - LL.B.
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