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 practising law for over three decade and specialises in labour law and related field. His expertise is in 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 Employers' Federation (NEF) and a member of the Labour Court Rules Committee.

Mr. Köpplinger has a BA (LAW), an LLB and an 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 two 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 has specialised 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. He is currently the President of the Law Society (2026) and member of the Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund. 

He has pursued a Global MBA at the IBR Institute of International Business Relations,  his thesis being in Strategic Management for SMEs and Professional Service Firms. Mr. van Greunen is further knowledgeable in Human Capital Management, Operations Management and Project Management with appreciation of Digital Transformation in the workplace. 

Mr. van Greunen holds an LLB degree from the North-West University of South Africa.

Rauha Shipindo

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rauha at labourlaw.com.na

Biography: An admitted Legal Practitioner of both the High Court and the Supreme Court of Namibia. Holds 8 years’ experience in general law. Registered member of the Law Society of Namibia after admittance as a legal practitioner of the High Court on the 1st July 2016. Was conferred the degree of Baccularus Juris (B Juris) and Baccaureus Legum (LLB) from the University of the Namibia in 2013 and 2015 respectively. Currently the Director and practicing Legal Practitioner at Shipindo & Associates Inc. Aspiring Conveyancer and LLM candidate at the University of Cape Town.

Tania Swartz

Office Manager

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Biography: With a proven track record in  financial reporting and office management, I bring strong organisational skills and a proactive approach to the firm.

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). 

Ryan Walters

Associate

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ryan at labourlaw.com.na

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Laws (LLB) Biography: Ryan Walters is an admitted legal practitioner of the High Court of Namibia and an Associate at Köpplinger Boltman Van Greunen. He graduated from the University of the Free State with a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree and was admitted as a legal practitioner in 2022. His practice focuses primarily on labour law, civil litigation and commercial disputes. He advises and represents both corporate and individual clients in matters before the Office of the Labour Commissioner and the superior courts of Namibia. Ryan approaches each matter with diligence, strategic insight and a practical, results-oriented focus, and is committed to providing clients with clear, effective and commercially sensible legal solutions.

Nelmari Nel

Associate

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Biography: Nelmari Nel is an admitted legal practitioner whose practice focuses on labour law and debt collection. She regularly represents clients in arbitrations, appeals, and review proceedings, and advises on workplace disputes, disciplinary matters, and other employment-related issues. Known for her thorough approach and attention to detail, Nelmari is committed to delivering practical legal solutions and achieving the best possible outcomes for her clients.

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

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

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

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.

Nesta Nawaseb

Messenger

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