Members
Frank Köpplinger
Partner
+264 61 301 149 frank at labourlaw.com.na LinkedIn Profile
Frank Köpplinger
Partner
Senior Partner
Biography: Mr. Köpplinger has over three decades of experience as a legal practitioner, specialising in labour and employment law. Formerly a partner at Lorentz & Bone, he established GF Köpplinger Legal Practitioners in 2006, which subsequently became Köpplinger Boltman in 2010 and Köpplinger Boltman van Greunen in 2021.
His practice encompasses the full spectrum of labour and employment law, including employment relations, workplace discipline, dismissals, retrenchments and organisational restructuring, collective bargaining, industrial relations, employment contracts and policies, regulatory compliance and strategic employment advisory services. He advises and represents employers, corporate clients and institutions on complex employment disputes, workplace investigations, disciplinary and grievance proceedings, collective labour matters and the management of employment-related risks. He has extensive experience in conciliation and arbitration proceedings before the Office of the Labour Commissioner, as well as labour litigation, appeals and reviews before Namibia's Labour Court and Supreme Court.
He previously served on the Board of the Namibia Employers' Federation (NEF) and as Chairperson of its Labour Law Committee. He is an accredited High Court mediator and was a member of the Labour Court Rules Committee.
He currently serves as an independent non-executive member of the Board of Lady Pohamba Private Hospital and chairs the Board's Human Resources Subcommittee. He is also an independent trustee of the Ninety One Asset Management Namibia Staff Share Scheme Trust.
He holds BA (Law), LLB and LLM degrees from Stellenbosch University.
Jaco Boltman
Partner
+264 61 301 149 jaco at labourlaw.com.na LinkedIn Profile
Jaco Boltman
Partner
Biography: 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 director.
Mr. Boltman completed his LLB at the University of Stellenbosch in South Africa.
Willem Van Greunen
Partner
+264 61 301 149 willem at labourlaw.com.na LinkedIn Profile
Mr Willem Van Greunen
Partner
Biography: 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 specialty in delictual and commercial litigation. Mr. van Greunen also has vast experience in workplace investigations, discipline and grievance s and representation at the Office of the Labour Commissioner. He served as the President of the Law Society and is now a council member (2026 - 207) and former member of the Legal Practitioners Fidelity Fund. Mr. van Greunen is further the Chairperson of the AI Governance Committee of the Law Society of Namibia.
Mr. van Greunen holds an LLB degree from the North-West University of South Africa.
He also has a Global MBA from Albstadt-Sigmaringen University through the IBR Institute of International Business Relations. His thesis was 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.
Rauha Shipindo
Rauha Shipindo
Biography: Mrs. Shipindo is an admitted Legal Practitioner of both the High Court and the Supreme Court of Namibia. She has eight years’ experience in general law. She is a registered member of the Law Society of Namibia after admittance as a legal practitioner of the High Court on the 1 July 2016. Was conferred the degree of Bacculareus Juris (B Juris) and Baccaureus Legum (LLB) from the University of Namibia in 2013 and 2015 respectively. Prior to becoming a partner at KBG, she was the Director and a practicing legal practitioner at Shipindo & Associates Inc. Ashe is an spiring Conveyancer and LLM candidate at the University of Cape Town.
Staff
Tania Swartz
Office Manager
Tania Swartz
Office Manager
Biography: With a proven track record in financial reporting and office management, she brings strong organisational skills and a proactive approach to the firm.
Responsibilities:
- Managing office logistics and supplier coordination;
- Overseeing staff support needs;
- Maintaining firm records and systems;
- Firm Accountant and Finance Manager.
Ryan Walters
Associate
Ryan Walters
Associate
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
Nelmari Nel
Associate
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.
Alicia van Dyk
Associate
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Ms Alicia van Dyk
Associate
Biography: Alicia van Dyk is an admitted legal practitioner of the High Court of Namibia and an Associate at Köpplinger Boltman Van Greunen. Ms van Dyk did her candidacy at Köpplinger Boltman from January 2022 to December 2023 after obtaining her Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree at UNAM in December 2021. Ms. van Dyk obtained further practical litigation experience at Van Der Merwe-Greeff Inc. as an associate legal practitioner for more than 2 years after which she re-joined KBG in October 2026. Ms van Dyk has extensive knowledge and experience in property law, debt collections and labour law.
New-Nique Saal
Personal Assistant / Legal Secretary to Mr. Frank Köpplinger
New-Nique Saal
Personal Assistant / Legal Secretary to Mr. Frank Köpplinger
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 experience using 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:
- Drafting and formatting legal documents
- Managing Mr. Frank Köpplinger’s calendar and court deadlines
- Liaising with clients and external counsel
- Operating the eJustice system
- Booking of fees on Legal Suite
Ruzaan Van Wyk
Legal Secretary to Jaco Boltman
Ruzaan Van Wyk
Legal Secretary to Jaco Boltman
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:
- Preparing correspondence and pleadings
- Filing and document control
- Client follow-ups
- Ensuring office and case workflow efficiency
Terry-Ann Diergaardt
Legal Secretary to Willem van Greunen
Terry-Ann Diergaardt
Legal Secretary to Willem van Greunen
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:
- Supporting WvG with litigation, debt collection and office administration
- Managing case documentation and filing systems
- Drafting routine correspondence
- Dealing with client management and administration
- Tracking deadlines and hearings
Janifar Scott
Receptionist/Junior Legal Secretary
Janifar Scott
Receptionist/Junior Legal Secretary
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