Raiford Johnson – Chairman
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Raiford is Weavind’s chairman, and joined the firm in 1976. He studied at the University of Stellenbosch and UNISA. He is a keen hiker, and emerging golfer and his interests include languages, politics and travel.
Professional profile and experience
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- Admitted as attorney of the High Court of South Africa in 1984
- Member of the Disciplinary Committee of the Law Society of the Northern Provinces
- Panel attorney for professional indemnity insurers
- Director of Weavind & Weavind since 1986
- Head of litigation department since 1995
Areas of specialisation
- Litigation with specific focus on engineering, construction and procurement law
- Acts regularly in arbitration and litigation matters (national and international) involving engineering and construction disputes
- Extensive knowledge and experience in representing consultants, contractors and employers at Occupational Health and Safety Act enquiries over many years
- Extensive experience in arbitration and alternative dispute resolution processes