Our Practice Areas & Legal Services
Providing strategic counsel, court representation, and structured due diligence across 8 core divisions of Kenyan and regional law.
Family Law, Succession & Estate Planning
Family matters often involve significant personal, financial and emotional considerations. We provide discreet, practical and strategic legal advice and representation with particular attention to protecting the rights and interests of our clients and the welfare of children where applicable.
Family Law Services
Comprehensive representation across marital, child custody, and property matters.
- Divorce and legal separation proceedings
- Child custody, care, control and maintenance disputes
- Parental Responsibility Agreements (PRAs)
- Adoption representation and court applications
- Division of Matrimonial Property and spousal maintenance
- Pre-nuptial and Post-nuptial agreements
- Family-related negotiations, conciliation and mediation
Succession & Estate Planning Services
Structuring intergenerational wealth transfer and handling contested probate matters.
- Drafting of wills covering Kenyan and international assets
- Advising on estate planning and setting up private family trusts
- Handling inheritance disputes and contested succession cases
- Obtaining grants of probate and letters of administration
- Legal support in the administration, distribution, and vesting of estate assets
Employment and Labour Law
Employment relationships are governed by a range of legal obligations that affect both employers and employees. We provide practical legal advice aimed at helping employers manage workplace risks and assisting employees in understanding and protecting their rights — from the commencement of an employment relationship through to its conclusion or resolution of any resulting dispute.
Workplace Rights & Dispute Representation
Advocacy and dispute resolution before the Employment and Labour Relations Court.
- Unlawful dismissal and unfair termination claims
- Redundancy disputes, constructive dismissal, and breach of contract cases
- Work Injury Benefits Act (WIBA) claims and compensation
- Negotiation of exit packages, both monetary and non-monetary
- Litigation and appeals before the Employment and Labour Relations Court (ELRC)
Corporate HR Advisory & Compliance
Drafting policy frameworks, contracts, and workplace governance protocols.
- Drafting employment contracts (permanent, fixed-term, probationary, independent contractor)
- Review and alignment of HR policies and staff manuals with Kenyan employment law
- Legal opinions on whistleblower policies, anti-harassment protocols, workplace ethics, and gender & social inclusion
- Guidance on Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs)
- Drafting warning letters, notices to show cause, and termination letters
- Legal audits on termination procedures and exit negotiations
- Advisory on collective bargaining, secondments, employee transfers, and outsourcing
- Advice on Employee Share Ownership Plans (ESOPs), tax treatment, and statutory compliance
Conveyancing & Real Estate Law
Property transactions involve substantial financial commitments and require careful legal due diligence to minimise risk. We advise individuals, businesses and investors on property transactions and real estate matters, providing support from the initial review and due diligence stage through documentation, completion and, where necessary, resolution of property-related disputes.
1. Property Purchase & Sale
Advising and representing clients throughout the acquisition and disposal of residential, commercial and other interests in land.
- Sale and purchase of land and developed property
- Conducting official land registry searches and title due diligence
- Verification of ownership and historical interests in land
- Drafting and reviewing agreements for sale
- Negotiating transaction terms and escrow conditions
- Preparation and execution of conveyancing documents & transfers
- Obtaining relevant land board consents, rates clearance, and stamp duty approvals
- Stamp duty assessment and completion-related advisory
- Legal advisory on mitigating risks arising from property transactions
2. Property Development & Investment
Legal support to property owners, developers and investors structuring and implementing real estate projects.
- Legal structuring of property development projects
- Joint ventures and development partnerships
- Due diligence for property investments and acquisitions
- Development and construction agreements (FIDIC / JBCC)
- Sectional property transactions under the Sectional Properties Act
- Registration and management of sectional titles and interests
- Owners' corporation documentation, management rules and governance
- Off-plan sales agreements and project conveyancing
- Legal advisory on property investment holding structures
3. Commercial Leasing & Tenancy
Advising landlords, tenants, businesses and property managers on commercial leases and property occupancy.
- Drafting and reviewing commercial leases and licenses
- Drafting high-value residential tenancy agreements
- Negotiating lease covenants, fit-out periods, and termination terms
- Lease renewals, extensions, and variations
- Assignment, subletting, and transfer of leases
- Rent review provisions and escalation dispute mechanisms
- Landlord and tenant rights and obligations advisory
- Lease termination, forfeiture, and eviction enforcement
- Dispute resolution arising from tenancy arrangements
4. Land Use, Planning & Regulatory Advisory
Navigating statutory approvals and zoning requirements to maximise lawful property use.
- Change of user and extension of user applications
- Subdivision, consolidation, and amalgamation of land parcels
- Extension and renewal of government leases
- Conversion and registration of interests under the Land Registration Act
- Land use, physical planning, and zoning compliance
- Advisory on county government and NEMA environmental approvals
- Interpretation and application of national land laws and regulations
5. Property & Land Disputes
Litigation and dispute resolution concerning ownership, boundaries, trespass, and title fraud.
- Land ownership and title validity disputes
- Boundary rectifications and encroachment disputes
- Adverse possession claims before the Environment and Land Court (ELC)
- Sale and purchase contractual breach disputes
- Landlord and tenant tribunal disputes (BPRT / RRT)
- Trespass and unlawful possession claims
- Fraud and irregular land transaction remedies
- Injunction applications to restrain illegal developments or evictions
- Representation before the Environment and Land Court and relevant administrative tribunals
6. Property Due Diligence & Advisory
In-depth investigative audits before committing capital to real estate investments.
- Comprehensive title verification and official searches across registries
- Review of root of title and historical ownership documents
- Identification of encumbrances, charges, caveats, and restrictions
- Review of existing leases, easements, and third-party rights
- Verification of county zoning approvals, building permits, and environmental licenses
- Review and auditing of property transaction agreements
- Transactional risk matrix and risk mitigation strategies
Corporate & Commercial Law
Businesses require legal structures and agreements that support their objectives while managing potential risks. We provide corporate and commercial legal services to entrepreneurs, companies and organisations, assisting clients with their day-to-day legal needs as well as significant transactions, contractual arrangements and governance matters.
Commercial Contracts
Drafting, reviewing and negotiating commercial agreements that insulate your business from liability.
- Commercial service level agreements (SLAs)
- Sale and purchase of business assets / equity agreements
- Supply, distribution, and agency agreements
- Joint venture, consortium, and partnership agreements
- Shareholders' agreements and share subscription agreements
- Non-disclosure and confidentiality agreements (NDAs)
- Licensing, technology transfer, and franchise agreements
Business Structuring & Registration
Guiding founders and corporations through incorporation and entity setup.
- Company registration and incorporation (Private & Public Limited)
- Business names registration and partnerships
- Branch offices and subsidiaries of foreign companies in Kenya
- Trusts, foundations, and NGO / Society registrations
- Business reorganization and corporate restructuring
- Post-incorporation statutory compliance and maintenance
Corporate Governance & Compliance
Establishing sound governance mechanisms and ensuring statutory adherence.
- Corporate governance advisory and board charter drafting
- Board secretarial advisory and shareholder resolutions
- Annual corporate compliance reviews and company secretarial support
- Statutory filings with the Business Registration Service (BRS)
- Shareholding alterations, share transfers, and capital increases
- Drafting corporate governance policies, ESG charters, and ethics codes
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Disputes can be disruptive and costly, making early assessment and an appropriate legal strategy essential. We advise and represent clients in civil and commercial disputes, while considering negotiation, mediation and other alternative dispute resolution mechanisms where appropriate. Where litigation becomes necessary, we provide focused representation designed to protect our clients' interests throughout the proceedings.
Litigation & Court Representation
Advocacy across all superior courts of record and specialized tribunals in Kenya.
- Commercial litigation (contract disputes, debt claims, shareholder fights, partnership dissolution)
- Land and Property Disputes before the Environment and Land Court (ELC)
- Employment and Labour Disputes before the ELRC
- Family Law Litigation (divorce, child maintenance, matrimonial property, contested succession)
- Appellate advocacy and Judicial Review applications in the High Court and Court of Appeal
- Intellectual Property enforcement and infringement litigation
- Constitutional Petitions, Bill of Rights enforcement, and Public Interest Litigation
- Election Petitions and representation before the Political Parties Disputes Tribunal
- Strategic Criminal Defence representation
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
Fast, confidential, and cost-effective resolution outside the courtroom.
- Accredited mediation proceedings with certified mediators
- Domestic and international commercial arbitration representation
- Conciliation and structured settlement negotiations
- Drafting and enforcement of legally binding settlement agreements
Data Protection & Privacy Law
The collection and processing of personal data carries important legal and compliance responsibilities for organisations. We assist businesses and organisations in understanding their obligations under Kenya's Data Protection Act, 2019 and in developing practical measures to protect personal information, manage privacy risks and integrate compliance into their day-to-day operations. We provide outsourced Data Protection Officer and privacy compliance support to organisations that require ongoing data protection expertise without maintaining a full-time in-house function.
Data Protection Compliance & Advisory
End-to-end alignment with the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) requirements.
- Data Protection Act (DPA 2019) compliance audits and Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs)
- Registration of Data Controllers and Data Processors with the ODPC
- Drafting comprehensive customer Privacy Policies and Cookie Notices
- Data Processing Agreements (DPAs) and third-party vendor contracts
- Cross-border data transfer agreements and standard contractual clauses
- Employee and workplace data privacy policies and employee consent forms
- Data retention, subject access requests (SARs), and data lifecycle management
- Data breach notification protocols and ODPC incident response advisory
Outsourced Data Protection Officer (DPO) & Ongoing Support
We provide outsourced Data Protection Officer and privacy compliance support to organisations that require ongoing data protection expertise without maintaining a full-time in-house function.
- Acting as external Designated Data Protection Officer (DPO) registered with the ODPC
- Continuous privacy compliance monitoring, policy updates, and risk auditing
- Handling Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs), consent revocations, and complaints
- Liaison with the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) during inquiries or audits
- Annual data governance reviews and employee privacy training workshops
Intellectual Property Law
Intellectual property can be a significant asset for individuals, businesses and organisations, particularly where brands, creative works and proprietary ideas form part of their commercial value. We assist clients in protecting, managing and enforcing their intellectual property rights and in developing appropriate legal arrangements for the use and commercialisation of those rights.
Trademark Registration & Brand Protection
Securing brand identity with the Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI) and ARIPO / Madrid System.
- Trademark clearance searches and registrability opinions
- Trademark application, prosecution, and registration in Kenya
- International trademark filings via ARIPO and WIPO Madrid Protocol
- Trademark renewals, assignments, and recordal of mergers
- Trademark opposition proceedings and rectification hearings
- Brand protection, anti-counterfeiting strategies, and infringement notices
- Franchise and brand licensing agreements
Copyright, Patents & IP Commercialisation
Protecting creative works, digital software, inventions, and structuring IP monetization.
- Copyright registration with the Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO)
- Copyright ownership, assignments, and work-for-hire agreements
- Protection of software code, mobile apps, and digital media assets
- Patent registrations, utility models, and industrial design filings with KIPI
- Patentability opinions and prior art searches
- IP Due Diligence for tech startups and corporate acquisitions
- Technology licensing agreements and software SAAS licensing
- Royalty structures, IP holding company setups, and commercialisation frameworks
Debt Recovery
Unpaid debts can significantly affect the financial position and operations of individuals and businesses. We assist creditors in pursuing the recovery of outstanding amounts through practical and proportionate strategies, beginning with negotiation and demand where appropriate and progressing to legal proceedings and enforcement where necessary.
Debt Documentation & Recovery Strategy
Pre-litigation recovery through swift legal demands and structured settlements.
- Debt documentation assessments and viability audits
- Drafting formal Statutory Demand Letters and legal notices
- Negotiation of structured repayment schedules and acknowledgements of debt
- Drafting binding settlement agreements and security charges
- Tracing of debtor assets and financial solvency checks
Litigation & Judgment Enforcement
Court actions and aggressive enforcement through court brokers and attachment.
- Institution of formal summary judgment suits for debt recovery
- Insolvency and winding-up bankruptcy petitions
- Enforcement of court decrees, execution proceedings, and warrants of attachment
- Garnishee proceedings against debtor bank accounts
- Appointment of receivers and legal advisory on debtor asset liquidation