John Matson, Partner, Arthur Cox

We are all shocked and saddened to hear of Rob’s passing. A super guy, a gentleman and a force. Our thoughts are with his family and you all at Bowmans.

Christo Els and Sally Hutton, Senior Partner & Managing Partner, Webber Wentzel

On behalf of Webber Wentzel, we want to extend our most heartfelt condolences and sympathy on Rob’s passing.

Rob made a significant contribution to the legal profession and his life has had a direct influence on so many of us. We have always been inspired by his kindness and compassion to everyone around him. He changed the dynamic wherever he was, with his sense of humour, intelligence and vision. Rob was also a true friend of our firm, and we will miss the many wonderful discussion and interactions we had with him (even the dreadful beer drinking competition at the 50th anniversary of the Bowmans/WW cricket game!). We will all miss him dearly.

Our thoughts are with you and your firm at this most difficult time.

Dirk Busch, Hengeler Muller

So sorry to hear that Rob passed away. My deepest condolences. He was an excellent lawyer and an outstanding person. I am so thankful that I had the opportunity to meet and to work with him. My thoughts are with you in this time of sorrow. Sending condolences to his family and the entire Bowmans family.