Banking and Finance
Our Banking & Finance practice offers expert legal counsel to clients across various sectors, from financial institutions to corporate entities. We specialize in regulatory compliance, capital raising through IPOs and rights issuance, debt structuring, structured finance, and securing financing for businesses, including mergers, acquisitions, and private equity investments.
Corporate and Commercial Law
Our Corporate and Commercial Law team provides comprehensive services to businesses of all sizes, from startups to established multinational corporations. We advise on company formation/establishment, corporate governance, contract review and drafting, mergers, acquisitions, joint ventures, and special purpose vehicles.
Dispute Resolution
We are committed to resolving disputes efficiently and effectively, offering clients a range of services in litigation, arbitration, and alternative dispute resolution (ADR). Our experienced dispute resolution team specializes in handling commercial, civil, and contractual disputes, as well as regulatory and intellectual property matters.
Real Estate & Property Law
Our Real Estate & Property Law team provides expert legal services for individuals, corporations, and developers in Nairobi and beyond. We assist with property acquisition, leasing, sale agreements, and property development projects. Our expertise extends to regulatory compliance, land use, zoning laws, and environmental considerations.
Employment Law
Our Employment Law practice offers legal support to both employers and employees in a variety of matters. We provide advice on employment contracts, workplace policies, employer/employee rights & obligations and labour disputes. Our team is well-versed in East Africa Labour Laws, and particularly Kenyan labour laws, including the Employment Act 2007, the Labour Relations Act 2007, the Occupational Safety and Health Act 2007, the Work Injury Benefit Act 2007 and international conventions and treaties. Read More
Tax Law
Our Tax Law department offers comprehensive services in a wide variety of tax and revenue law matters for corporate and individual clients. Our focus is not only on local law but also regional and international law where applicable. Particularly, we assist international investors seeking to set up establishments in Kenya and the East African region generally.
Insolvency and Restructuring
Our Insolvency and Restructuring team offers practical solutions to individuals and businesses facing financial distress. We assist in corporate restructuring, insolvency proceedings, and liquidation processes, ensuring compliance with Kenyan insolvency laws. Our team advises on debt restructuring, creditor negotiations, and the protection of company assets, aiming to preserve business continuity where possible.
Technology, Intellectual Property (IP) & Data Protection
Our Technology, Intellectual Property (IP) & Data Protection practice helps clients protect their innovative ideas, brands, and digital assets. We offer advice on trademark, patent, copyright, and design protection, as well as navigating licensing, franchising, and IP disputes. In today’s digital age, we also provide data protection compliance services, ensuring that clients adhere to the Data Protection Act 2019, the GDPR (where applicable) and other privacy regulations in Kenya.
Projects, Energy & Infrastructure
Our Projects, Energy & Infrastructure practice provides comprehensive legal services to clients involved in large-scale infrastructure and energy projects. We advise on financing, procurement, and regulatory compliance for energy projects, including renewable energy, oil, gas, and power generation. Our team handles the full lifecycle of major projects, from contract negotiation and risk management to dispute resolution.
Environmental Law
Our Environmental Law practice provides legal guidance on environmental compliance, sustainability, and conservation issues. We assist clients in navigating Kenya's environmental regulations, including those related to carbon markets regulation, extended producer responsibility regulations, environmental impact assessments licences and audits, obtaining various NEMA licences, waste management, pollution control, and resource conservation.
Family & Succession Law
Our Family & Succession Law practice specializes in providing sensitive, empathetic advice on family matters, including formation of family trusts, divorce, child custody, and maintenance. We assist clients in resolving complex family disputes and guide them through legal processes with care. We also handle matters related to wills, family trusts, estates, and succession planning, ensuring that family assets are protected and distributed in accordance with Kenyan law.
Immigration Law
Our Immigration Law practice provides expert legal assistance to individuals, businesses, and organizations navigating Kenya's immigration laws. We assist clients in obtaining work permits, visas, and residence permits, ensuring compliance with Kenyan immigration regulations. Our team also advises on citizenship matters, refugee status, and deportation proceedings. For businesses, we offer support in managing the immigration needs of foreign employees and ensuring compliance with labour and employment laws.