Frank Köpplinger

Partner

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+264 61 301 149

frank at labourlaw.com.na

LinkedIn Profile

Mr. Köpplinger was a partner at Lorenz & Bone until he formed GF Köpplinger in 2006. In 2010 he was the senior partner at Köpplinger Boltman which became Köpplinger Boltman van Greunen in 2021. He has been practicing law for over three decade and specialises in labour law and related field. His expertise is workplace discipline, grievances and policies. He has a vast amount of experience with disciplinary hearings, conciliation and arbitration at the Office of the Labour Commissioner  and labour appeals and reviews in the Labour Court and Supreme Court of Namibia. 

Mr. Köpplinger has served on key legal boards and advises major institutions. Mr. Köpplinger is an approved mediator of the High Court, the current chairperson of the Namibia Employer's Federation (NEF) and a member of the Labour Court Rules Committee.

Mr. Köpplinger has a BA (LAW), a LLB and a LLM degree from the University of Stellenbosch.

Jaco Boltman

Partner

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+264 61 301 149

jaco at labourlaw.com.na

LinkedIn Profile

Mr. Boltman joined GF Köpplinger Legal Practitioners in 2007 and became a named partner of Köpplinger Boltman in 2010, and a senior partner of Köpplinger Boltman Van Greunen in 2021 . He specialises in labour law and its related fields and has more than 2 decades of experience with workplace investigations, discipline, grievances and representation at the Office of the Labour Commissioner, High Court, Labour Court and Supreme Court of Namibia. His speciality is industrial labour relations.

Mr. Boltman provides training on employment relations, practices civil litigation, administers estates and advises on commercial matters.He chaired the Labour Law Committee of the Law Society of Namibia for two consecutive terms and he serves on the People Committee of Gondwana Holdings Limited. He also serves on the Board of Corporate Guarantee & Insurance Company of Namibia Limited as an independent non-executive.

Mr. Boltman completed his LLB at the University of Stellenbosch in South Africa.

Mr Willem Van Greunen

Partner

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+264 61 301 149

willem at labourlaw.com.na

LinkedIn Profile

Mr. van Greunen joined Köpplinger Boltman in 2015 and became a partner at Köpplinger Boltman Van Greunen in 2021. He  specialises in labour law, civil litigation and debt collection for more than a decade. He is a strong litigator in the High Court with a speciality in delictual and commercial litigation. Mr. van Greunen also has vast experience in workplace investigations, discipline and grievances and representation at the Office of the Labour Commissioner. 

Currently, he is pursuing a Global MBA at the IBR Institute of International Business Relations, writing his thesis in Strategic Management for SMEs and Professional Service Firms. Mr. van Greunen is further knowledgeable in Human Capital Management, Operation Management and Project Management with appreciation of Digital Transformation in the workplace. 

Mr. van Greunen holds a LLB degree from the Northwest University of South Africa, Potchefstroom. 

Nelmari Nel

Associate

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Martin Shipanga

Candidate Legal Practitioner

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Biography: I have an interest in civil litigation and labour law. Especially when it entails interpreting contracts and complex delictual claims. My learning areas at KBG generally surround labour law, civil procedure and legal drafting. Lastly, my future ambitions are to become an admitted attorney, continue to practice in private practice with KBG, and obtain a Masters Degree in Medical Malpractice Law.

Responsibilities:

1. Drafting pleadings and legal research
2. Drafting legal opinions
3. Court file preparation
4. Attending consultations and proceedings
5. Supporting associates and partners

Tania Swartz

Office Manager

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Biography: With a proven track record in  financial reporting, office management, i brings strong organizational skills and a proactive approach to Partnership.

Responsibilities:

1. Managing office logistics and supplier coordination
2. Overseeing staff support needs
3. Maintaining firm records and systems
4. Firm Accountant and Finance Manager
5. In my free time, i enjoys event planning ,watching TV(Documentaries on food, house decor and design). 

Janifar Scott

Receptionist/Junior Legal Secretary

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Biography: Janifar Scott is a dedicated Legal Support professional who holds a Higher Certificate in Paralegal Studies from STADIO Namibia. She is passionate about client service, professionalism and contributing to a well-organized legal environment.

Contributions: As the first point of contact at the firm Janifar plays a key role in front-desk management, document control, and administrative support, helping to ensure smooth and efficient daily operations.

New-Nique Saal

Personal Assistant / Legal Secretary to Mr. Frank Köpplinger

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Biography: A dedicated and detail-oriented personal assistant / legal secretary with 11 years of experience in law firm administration, specializing in labour law, booking of fees on legal suite and having knowledge of operating the eJustice system. Proficient in legal document preparation, case management, and maintaining client confidentiality. Seeking a challenging role where strong organizational skills and legal knowledge can contribute to a dynamic team.

Responsibilities:

1. Drafting and formatting legal documents
2. Managing Mr. Frank Köpplinger’s calendar and court deadlines
3. Liaising with clients and external counsel
4. Operating the eJustice system
5. Booking of fees on Legal Suite

Terry-Ann Diergaardt

Legal Secretary to Willem van Greunen

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Biography: A dedicated and detail-oriented legal secretary with [6] years of experience in law firm administration, specializing in civil litigation, debt collection, drafting documents and managing files and communicating with clients and maintaining client confidentiality. I excel in a challenging role where strong organizational skills and legal knowledge can contribute to a dynamic team.

Responsibilities:

1. Supporting WvG with litigation, debt collection and office administration
2. Managing case documentation and filing systems
3. Drafting routine correspondence
4. Dealing with client management and administration
5. Tracking deadlines and hearings

Ruzaan Van Wyk

Legal Secretary to Jaco Boltman

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Biography: I assist Mr Boltman with scheduling of appointments, updating of his calendar with dates and keeping record thereof, file management and correspondence, booking of fees per legal suite and doing follow-ups on certain matters or dates.

Responsibilities:

1. Preparing correspondence and pleadings
2. Filing and document control
3. Client follow-ups
4. Ensuring office and case workflow efficiency

Dinah-Lee Jankwoski

Legal Secretary to Associates

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Biography: Has seven years’ experience as a legal secretary. She joined KBG in 2022 wherein assists with administration, civil litigation, debt collection and labour related matters. Dinah-lee is a professional and dedicated hard working individual who is committed to the successful long-term growth of KBG.

Responsibilities:

1. Preparing correspondence and pleadings
2. Filing and document control
3. Client follow-ups
4. Ensuring office and case workflow efficiency

Juan Viljoen

Legal Intern

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Biography: I am currently in my third year of the LLB program at the University of Akademia, Centurion. My interests in law at this juncture lies within the civil law sphere, more specifically the Law of Delict as well as Labour Law. With my eyes on becoming a litigating attorney in this field, Kopplinger Boltman Van Greuenen Legal Practitioners are providing me with real-time experience in the field of law in Namibia. I am also appreciating the fact that I can experience actual court proceedings, and learn the legal jargon used by professionals, as well as the substantive aspects thereof.

Responsibilities:

1. Legal research and note-taking
2. Shadowing attorneys in consultations
3. Assisting with administrative tasks
4. Learning court process fundamentals

Nesta Nawaseb

Messenger

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