Panashe Chifamba is a Senior Associate at Spencer West LLP, with over seven years’ legal experience in corporate law and estate planning. He understands the importance of delivering practical, results-driven advice and prioritises high-quality service within swift turnaround times.
In his corporate and commercial practice, Panashe advises on business restructuring and insolvency, mergers and acquisitions, stakeholder negotiations and general commercial matters. He drafts, negotiates, and reviews complex commercial agreements, ranging from shareholder agreements to sale of business and joint venture contracts, while guiding corporate boards on governance frameworks, compliance obligations and executive compensation.
In his estate planning practice, Panashe offers a comprehensive suite of services, including trust registrations, drafting of wills and letter of wishes and fiduciary management. He has served as an independent trustee for various entities, helping them stay compliant with legal and governance requirements. This practical, all-inclusive approach protects clients’ assets, reduces legal risks, and supports sustainable growth.
Panashe also brings extensive experience in data governance and privacy matters, conducting detailed audits to identify compliance gaps and developing robust policies aligned with evolving regulations. Whether advising on restructuring strategies or managing liquidation and business rescue applications, he consistently strikes the right balance between commercial realities and regulatory demands.
Beyond his client engagements, Panashe has contributed insights through webinars and written articles, translating intricate legal concepts into actionable guidance. His blend of technical proficiency and forward-thinking counsel makes him an asset to organisations navigating dynamic, highly regulated environments.
Recent Experience
- Advised the board of a leading local corporate on structuring and paying executive bonuses, clarifying the board’s discretion and ensuring governance best practices.
- Served as an independent trustee for a communal property association, overseeing the sustainable expansion of land holdings and strengthening compliance with legal and governance frameworks.
- Advised on and negotiated the acquisition of a large business in the fuel industry, including drafting the necessary commercial agreements.
- Negotiated, conducted due diligence, and provided strategic advice on the sale of a licensed Financial Services Provider involving crypto assets to an international company, ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and best practices.
- Conducted a comprehensive data audit for a large organisation, identifying compliance gaps, recommending strategic improvements to data governance, and drafting a robust data protection policy.
