Biography
Willem is a dual-qualified lawyer admitted in Australia and South Africa. Before joining Lexmerca’s Sydney office in 2025 he practised at a top-tier boutique firm in Sydney, focusing on commercial litigation and insolvency. From 2013 to 2023 Willem practised as a civil and commercial litigation barrister in South Africa, appearing in various courts and tribunals. With over a decade of experience, he is a pragmatic litigator known for strategic problem solving.
His experience includes matters before the NSW Supreme Court and Federal Court involving:
- ASIC regulatory enforcement;
- Insolvency, bankruptcy, and receiverships;
- Debt recovery;
- Insurance; and
- General commercial disputes.