Expertise
Imaad Jakoet is a Senior Associate at Fairbridges Wertheim Becker, specialising in dispute resolution, administrative law, and local government litigation. Admitted as an attorney in 2023, Imaad advises and represents a wide range of clients including local government, companies, educational institutions, and private individuals.
His practice includes handling eviction proceedings under the PIE Act, with a focus on large-scale land occupations and invasions, as well as housing law and municipal by-law interpretation. Imaad regularly provides legal opinions and acts in matters involving procurement law, intergovernmental disputes, and public authority decision-making, including appeals and judicial reviews.
In the commercial sphere, Imaad advises on and litigates contractual breaches and remedies, and has experience in collections, liquidations, harassment proceedings, and interpersonal and defamation disputes. He also drafts commercial contracts and lease agreements.
Career
Imaad holds an LLB and an LLM in International Trade Law from the University of Stellenbosch. He has also completed specialised courses in blockchain strategy (Saïd Business School, University of Oxford) and fintech regulation in emerging markets (University of Cape Town), which inform his understanding of financial and technological legal landscapes.
Methodology
Clients appreciate Imaad’s strategic thinking, detail-oriented approach, and his ability to navigate complex disputes and public law issues with confidence and clarity. His interdisciplinary background enables him to bring forward-thinking solutions to traditional legal challenges.
Qualifications
- LLB (University of Stellenbosch, 2018)
- LLM in International Trade Law (University of Stellenbosch, 2019)
- Oxford Blockchain Strategy Programme (Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, 2020)
- Financial Regulation in Emerging Markets and the Rise of Fintech Companies (University of Cape Town, 2020)
