Patrick Kauta
Patrick Kauta is the Namibia Managing Partner and Director in our Dispute Resolution practice. His areas of expertise include Corporate, Competition, Constitutional, Public Law, and Litigation. Patrick has played a key role in major commercial transactions and as a Consultant to the Competition Commission. His judicial experience includes Supreme Court appearances and as Acting High Court Judge.
About Patrick
About Patrick
Patrick co-founded Kauta, Basson & Kamuhanga Inc. in 2001, and led the 2006 merger that formed Dr Weder, Kauta & Hoveka Inc. (WKH). As a Senior Partner, he has played a central role in shaping the firm's direction and growth.
With over two decades at WKH, Patrick Kauta has guided the firm into becoming Namibia’s leading practice in conveyancing, corporate advisory, regulatory compliance, and litigation. The firm represents major banks, developers, and SOEs, and regularly structures contracts, PPPs, and energy deals across the country.
Patrick was appointed as the Namibia Managing Partner of Kauta, Barendse and Kishi Inc t/a CDH Namibia, effective 1 September 2025.
Credentials
Credentials
Education
- B.Juris Law degree, University of Durban: 1993
- LLB Law Degree, University of Natal: 1995
Memberships
- Law Society of Namibia
- Namibia Law Association (Past President)
Languages
Languages
- English
About Patrick
Patrick co-founded Kauta, Basson & Kamuhanga Inc. in 2001, and led the 2006 merger that formed Dr Weder, Kauta & Hoveka Inc. (WKH). As a Senior Partner, he has played a central role in shaping the firm's direction and growth.
With over two decades at WKH, Patrick Kauta has guided the firm into becoming Namibia’s leading practice in conveyancing, corporate advisory, regulatory compliance, and litigation. The firm represents major banks, developers, and SOEs, and regularly structures contracts, PPPs, and energy deals across the country.
Patrick was appointed as the Namibia Managing Partner of Kauta, Barendse and Kishi Inc t/a CDH Namibia, effective 1 September 2025.
Credentials
Education
- B.Juris Law degree, University of Durban: 1993
- LLB Law Degree, University of Natal: 1995
Memberships
- Law Society of Namibia
- Namibia Law Association (Past President)
Languages
- English
Experience
Lead counsel in Namibia’s major treason trials (2003–2013).
Represented MPs challenging the parliamentary suspension.
Advised traditional authorities in genocide reparations litigation against Germany.
Ongoing advisory to Namibia’s Competition Commission on regulatory frameworks.
Expertise
Dispute Resolution
Our lawyers work together with clients to find business-oriented dispute resolution solutions.
Banking, Finance & Projects
CDH brings commercially minded solutions to our clients on all matters relating to finance and banking.
Competition Law
We can help you navigate competition law matters with strategic advice and practical solutions.
Corporate & Commercial Law
Our strong legal team is well versed in legislative matters and provides support across all commercial disciplines.
Employment Law
CDH offers support to clients engaging in the complex and constantly evolving people management space.
Environmental Law
We provide skilled and practical advice in this specialised field of law.
Knowledge Management
Real Estate Law
We have over 150 years of experience providing practical and insightful real estate legal expertise.
Tax & Exchange Control
Our experienced tax lawyers have in-depth understanding of the tax landscapes in South Africa and Kenya.
Trusts & Estates Law
We work closely with our clients to help them achieve their long-term personal and family financial goals.