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KO Associates is a Kenyan law firm based in Nairobi. The firm is led by its founders, Stephen Kiptinness and Crispine Odhiambo, and is a member of Citadel Law Africa. The firm has a particular focus on asset acquisition and project related work.
Highlights
KO Associates is currently advising on the financing of the Lordship Africa 88 Nairobi Condominium Tower Project. The building is set to be the tallest residential building in Africa. The team, led by Stephen Kiptinness, is advising on the transaction structure, the financing agreements and documentation, stakeholder engagement and negotiation, and risk mitigation and deal execution. While the project is ongoing, the firm prepared the term sheet, subscription, and shareholders agreements in January 2024.
The team is also advising Kenya Climate Ventures Limited (KCV) on its launch of a US$25 million Impact Fund. The firm is acting as lead counsel and advising on the fund structuring, regulatory compliance, legal documentation, and fundraising documents. The transaction is currently ongoing and led by partner Cripsine Odhiambo.
Key Clients
National Bank of Kenya Limited; Equity Bank of Kenya; Kentegra Biotechnology Limited; National Health Insurance Fund; Insurance Regulatory Authority; Kenya Climate Ventures Limited; Tawi Fresh Limited; Water Sector Trust Fund; Jubilee Insurance Limited; Spire Bank Limited; Nairobi City County Government ; Savo Project Developers; Farmdo Energy Kenya Limited; FSD Africa/Centre for Affordable Housing in Africa
Testimonials 2024-2025
“The law firm KO Associates stands out on account of its expertise in corporate, commercial and banking work. They provide end to end service and advisory services with a team rich in diversity and depth.” (Banking & Finance)
“Their turn around time and the professionalism exercised.” (Banking & Finance)
“We appreciate their knowledge of key legal and regulatory issues relating to capital markets and fund structuring in Kenya.” (Investment Funds)
“We appreciate their awareness of investor preferences and ability to anticipate areas for negotiations with investors.” (Investment Funds)
“We are satisfied with the attention to detail and cocreation through consultation. The firm was also pro-active in giving advisory beyond the limited scope on issues that may have had an impact on the transaction and has subject matter expertise.” (Investment Funds)
“Professionalism, extensive knowledge and good communication.” (Leveraged Finance)
“KO is a firm of true professionals we thoroughly enjoy working with. We often engage with KO on complicated assignments that involve large interdisciplinary teams (economists, finance professionals, lawyers, and engineers). KO complete high-quality work in fast timeframes and manage complex tasks with competing priorities.” (Project Development)
“The firm has an in depth understanding of the institutional and legal framework governing county infrastructure development” (Project Finance)
“Brian Odongo is an excellent communicator, with deep knowledge of the law and practical nuances necessary to protect client interests.” (Banking & Finance)
“Brian Odongo’s subject expertise and strong interpersonal skills.” (Investment Funds)
“Brian Odongo has a deep understanding of our business and provides valuable updates on new trends.” (Investment Funds)
“Crispine Odhiambo is very responsive, and great in client and stakeholder management as well as problem solving.” (Investment Funds)
“Crispine Odhiambo has great depth and subject matter expertise, great attention to detail and keen on end to end advisory on instructions given. He is also very courteous and a team player.” (Investment funds)
“Crispine Odhiambo is professional and knowledgeable.” (Leveraged Finance)
“Crispine Odhiambo is an excellent communicator and can present complex ideas and situations in an organized and logical way.” (Project Development)
“We appreciate Crispine Odhiambo’s client engagement.” (Project Finance)
“Having worked with Ken Rutere previously, I can confirm he is very outgoing and hardworking, always giving clients a listening ear and walking with them the journey from beginning to end.” (Banking & Finance)
Testimonials 2023-2024
“KO Associates is highly professional in their work. Not only do they communicate professionally, but they also handle the assignment entrusted to them with utmost professionalism. The firm has a highly industrious team that ensures that tasks assigned to the firm are handled on time and efficiently. The firm handles tasks diligently – going out of their way to ensure the job gets done well and promptly responding to concerns and queries.” (Banking & Finance)
“Integrity and professionalism in their operations.” (Investment Funds)
“They provide a personal service, timely responses and are cost-effective.” (Leveraged Finance)
“KO Associates is highly knowledgeable in the legal field, and their team members are experts in their respective areas of practice. They are efficient in their work, ensuring that deadlines are met and communication is clear. Additionally, their team is highly responsive to our needs, providing us with timely and insightful guidance whenever we require it. Overall, their positive attributes include their expertise, efficiency and responsiveness.” (M&A)
“KO's team have a deep understanding of the Kenyan Energy Act and how it is enforced in Kenya. This combined with their deep relationships with the government agency stakeholders facilitates for a much easier dialogue to process our requirements with the various agencies.” (Project Development)
“Thorough analysis on key legal issues. Going the extra mile on providing advice on related issues.” (Project Finance)
“KOA was able to undertake this role very efficiently, which resulted in buy-in by all relevant stakeholder during the project close out. KOA's professionalism was key in ensuring that they delivered the assignment as per agreed timelines and their agreed deliverables. They were accommodative and flexible to expand the scope of the assignment at no cost to ensure quality delivery of the assignment to the satisfaction of our partner. They are responsive and take feedback positively.” (Project Finance)
Abigail Namasaka
“She is keen on detail, professional and confident in her work. This was critical during collection of views from various stakeholders in the county and documentation of evidence.”
Crispine Odhiambo
“Crispine Odhiambo is a highly skilled lawyer with a wealth of knowledge and expertise in corporate law. He is incredibly responsive and always goes above and beyond to ensure that our needs are met. His attention to detail and ability to identify and mitigate potential risks have been invaluable to us. One of Crispine Odhiambo's greatest strengths is his ability to communicate complex legal concepts in a way that is easily understandable. He is a great listener and always takes the time to understand our concerns and needs. His dedication to providing exceptional service has made him an invaluable member of our team. We have worked with Crispine Odhiambo for over eight years now, and throughout that time he has consistently provided us with top-notch legal services. His work is always thorough, timely and efficient. We have complete trust in his abilities and expertise.”
"Extremely knowledgeable about Kenyan energy law and always keen to support client meetings with stakeholders to ensure full transparency on any engagement.”
"Crispine is professional and highly committed. He steers the team with the utmost dedication and ensures that our tasks are handled by committed professionals. He also directly participates in the tasks, offering invaluable guidance and technical input.”
"Thorough and concise in his analysis and advice to clients.”
"He is professional, thorough, creative, articulate, a risk manager and a team player.”
Brian Odongo
“Responsive and practical.”
Ken Rutere
“Ken is a very sharp commercial lawyer. He is always full of constructive suggestions and fights for the client's position.”
Agnes Sajina
“A good listener and very professional in her work.”
Clyde & Co is a law firm in Kenya established in 2020. The firm has one office in Nairobi and is led by Jared Kangwana.
The firm is active in financial and corporate with a particular focus on M&A and banking and finance.
Key clients
Key clients include Star Strong Capital LLC, Kamu Limited, Hello Tractor, Kamu Limited, Komaza Forestry Limited, Ascent Capital and African Legal Support Facility and PPP Directorate of Kenya
CMS Daly Inamdar Advocates is the merged firm of Daly & Figgis and Inamdar & Inamdar, two of the oldest legal practices in Kenya, and is a member firm of CMS. The firm has two offices in Kenya, Mombasa and Nairobi and a wide international network with CMS. The firm has a focus on all financial and corporate work with a special focus on transactions.
Highlights
In banking and finance, the firm was active in registering securities and debentures for leading lenders in Kenya. For instance, the firm assisted Stanbic Bank Kenya in connection with registering various securities for Mombasa Cement Limited.
In M&A, the firm acted for Vodafone International Holdings providing investment management services and a new subsidiary through the sale of M -Pesa Holding Co from Vodafone Group to Safaricom PLC.
Key clients
Diamond Trust Bank Kenya, I&M Bank Kenya, Stanbic Bank Kenya, ABSA Bank, Vodafone International Holdings, Hydrobox Infrastructures SEZ Limited
Testimonials 2023-2024
“Team assigned for the work had good expertise and experience and addressed our concerns satisfactorily” – Banking and finance
“They are part of the bank's panel lawyers for conveyancing” – Banking and finance
“Had good experience and knowledge” – Stella Situma
Dentons Hamilton Harrison & Matthews is a corporate and commercial firm. Its main office is in Nairobi and has a second office in Mombasa. As part of Dentons, it has access to the largest network in the world. The firm has an active presence in banking & finance, capital markets, M&A and project development.
Highlights
Dentons Hamilton Harrison & Matthews acted as lead counsel for Eastern and Southern African Trade and Development Bank (TDB) in relation to a KES 175,000,000,000 financing programme involving the securitisation of a portion of the future receipts from the Road Maintenance Levy by the Kenya Roads Board. The team, led by managing partner Sigee Koech, advised TDB on the setting up of a special purpose vehicle, conducting legal due diligence to ensure compliance with Kenyan law, and preparing and reviewing key documentation. While the transaction closed in February 2025, the team is now advising the client on the second phase of the transaction, which involves the establishment and issuance of a not programme in both the Kenyan and international markets.
The firm also acted for the acquirer in relation to the acquisition of the remaining 65% shareholding in AIG Kenya Insurance Company Limited. The team, led by partners Andrew Mugambi and Peter Okaalet Jr, conducted the legal due diligence, drafted and negotiated key documents including the share purchase agreement, and advised on the regulatory and other third-party approvals necessary for the transaction. The transaction closed in July 2024.
Key Clients
KCB Bank Kenya Limited ; I & M Bank Limited ; NCBA Bank Kenya PLC; Eastern and Southern African Trade and Development Bank ; Platinum Credit Limited; African Oxygen (Pyt) Limited; China Road and Bridge Corporation; Kenya Defence Forces; Westlands Heights Limited/Harley’s Limited; CFAO Motors Kenya; The Monarch Insurance Company Limited
Testimonials 2024-2025
“We appreciated the firm’s responsiveness and professionalism. They own the process.” (Banking & Finance)
“Efficiency, availability and quality of advice.” (M&A)
“The expertise and service level is exceptional. They properly understand the needs, advise very well and keep to timelines.” (Project Finance)
“Andrew Mugambi is very well versed and knowledgeable.” (Project Finance)
“Andrew Mugambi is expectational in his work and style of working.” (Project Finance)
“Lavinia Anampio is very interactive and goes beyond call of duty.” (Banking & Finance)
“Sigee Koech is a great leader and ensures her team is on top of things. She is very responsive too.” (Banking & Finance)
Testimonials 2023-2024
“DHHW is good in advisory services concerning drafting of documentation, finalising and closing transactions.” – Bank lending
Igeria & Ngugi Advocates is a corporate and commercial law firm, established in 1997. The firm is a member of Mackrell International. The firm has a focus on financial and corporate work and advises clients on capital markets and financial restructurings. The firm is active in the telecommunications sector.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include KCB Bank Kenya, Equity Bank, Communications Authority of Kenya, National Bank of Kenya, Premier Bank, Energy & Petroleum Regulatory Authority, Cytonn Investments Kenya, Kenya National Highway Authority, Kenya Power & Lighting Company, Dembena International, Software Group Limited Kenya and Maisha Bora Sacco Society.
Kaplan & Stratton is a full-service law firm established in 1938. The firm is one of the founding members of LEXAfrica, a network of independent law firms across 26 African countries.
Highlights
Kaplan & Stratton advised the lender in a portfolio refinancing facility for Crossboundary Energy Kenya Limited (CBE) from the Standard Bank of South Africa Limited aimed at boosting CBE’s renewables portfolio across Africa. Acting as local counsel, the team conducted due diligence on the borrower and prepared the Kenyan law documents, including security documents. The transaction closed in November 2024.
The firm is currently advising Safaricom Plc in connection with the formation of a strategic joint venture with Apeiro Limited and Konvergenz Network Solutions Limited to deliver a digital health infrastructure project for the Government of Kenya. The firm’s work covered the full structuring of the JV, including advising on the design and negotiation of the bid stage and project delivery consortium agreements; structuring inter-party governance, control rights, voting thresholds, and deadlock resolution; and advising on risk allocation, profit-sharing, and exit mechanics. The team is led by partners Joseph Ng’ang’ira and Kenneth Kamaitha.
Key Clients
Stanbic Bank Kenya; Export Import Bank of China; African Export-Import Bank; Agence Française de Développement; Nordic Aviation Capital A/S; FMO; Nedbank Limited; DEG; European Investment Bank; SFC Finance Limited; African Development Bank; Autochek Limited; Citibank N.A., London Branch; United States International Development Finance Corporation (DFC); Eurazeo SE in collaboration Bredin Prat; Marubeni Corporation; O’Melveny & Myers LLP; ZEP RE (PTA Reinsurance Company)
Testimonials 2024-2025
“The firm is proactive in their approach and ensures that they understand client needs.” (Capital Markets)
“They are very well versed and competent in providing legal advice in M&A transactions, responsive in their communication and available throughout the engagement.” (M&A)
“I appreciate Joseph Ng'ang'ira’s responsiveness, proactive management of my issues and making it his business to know and anticipate my needs.” (Capital Markets)
“Joseph Ng'ang'ira is very knowledgeable in providing legal services in M&A transactions, is attentive to client's needs and available as required throughout the engagement.” (M&A)
“Joseph Ng'ang'ira is very articulate and able to think proactively on his feet to provide solutions to problems as they arise.” (M&A)
“Joseph Ng'ang'ira is personable and a great leader as well with his associates/team.” (M&A)
Testimonials 2023-2024
“Kaplan & Stratton is responsive and are able to advise on complex matters relating to property finance.” (Banking & Finance)
“They were able to summarize with precision the legal issues and provide practical solutions to legal issues. They also generally responded within the pre-agreed timelines.” (M&A)
“Exceptionally accurate and thorough. Very professional.” (Restructuring)
Caroline Etyang
“Caroline is very helpful and friendly and provided full information on all occasions.”
Joseph Ng'ang'ira
“Very responsive, practical and commercial approach and a team worker.”
"Provides relevant and easy-to-understand advice.”
MMC Asafo is a full-service commercial law firm established in 1995. The firm has two offices in Nairobi and Mombasa and in 2019 merged with ASAFO & Co, an international firm recently founded. The firm focuses on banking and finance, capital markets, M&A and project development practices.
Highlights
MMC Asafo acted as external legal advisors for Tranche I and II of the Development Bank of Rwanda’s US$ 103,000,000 sustainability-linked bond programme on the Rwanda Stock Exchange. The team, led by Esther Omulele, identified legal and regulatory requirements, conducted due diligence, and prepared due diligence reports and legal opinions for inclusion in the Prospectus. Tranche I was issued in November 2023 and Tranche II was issued in October 2024.
The firm also acted as lead counsel for KEDA (Kenya) Ceramics Company in its acquisition of the movable and immovable assets from Ramoda Ceramics Limited. The team, led by Esther Omulele, conducted due diligence, identified potential risks, and ensured a legally sound acquisition. They were also responsible for drafting, negotiating, and reviewing of transaction documents. The transaction was completed in November 2024.
Key Clients
ABSA Bank Kenya PLC; KCB Bank Kenya Limited; Gulf African Bank Limited; The Co-Operative Bank of Kenya Limited; Equity Bank (Kenya) Limited; Development Bank of Rwanda; Africa Medical Supplier Limited; Automobile Association of Kenya; Taijet Aviation PLC; Keda (Kenya) Ceramics Limited; National Oil Corporation of Kenya; Morole Investments Limited; Apple Bank & UK Export Finance; Creditinfo Credit Reference Bureau Kenya Limited; World Bank Group; Kenya Railways Corporation; Kenya Ports Authority; the Government of the Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia
Testimonials 2024-2025
“The firm has a team of professional staff who are efficient, sharp and able to support the bank to meet its business goals.” (Banking & Finance)
“They know their work and drafted the required legal documents with a high level of professionalism. They were promptly available to address any issues raised by the client.” (M&A)
“We appreciate their deep understanding of the real estate sector, particularly project development and infrastructure related structures and solutions.” (Project Development)
“The firm has strong networks in the Kenyan market.” (Project Development)
“The firm is prompt and timely execution of deliverables.” (Project Development)
“Esther Omulele is responsive and is experienced in the areas that the law firm was contracted for i.e. drafting the sale and purchase agreements.” (M&A)
“Esther Omulele is a solution provider. She has a wealth of knowledge that makes it effortless for her to provide legal services. When working with Esther, we have peace of mind. We know that the job will get done.” (Project Development)
“Isaac Mungai Kamau is professional, ready to listen and offer solution.” (Banking & Finance)
Ashitiva Advocates is a Kenyan corporate commercial law firm established in 2010. The firm is led by managing partner George King’ori and has offices in Nairobi and Nakuru. The firm has a particular focus on power project development work.
Key clients
SIMA Commercial & Industrial Solar Green Bon; Talanton Impact Fund; Senga Technologies; Everstrong Capital; Kenya Airports Authority; Kenya Tea Development Agency Power Company; Lihanda Small Hydropower Station; Kenya Shipyards Limited
CFL Advocates is a law firm in Kenya with one office in Nairobi. The firm has a focus on financing and lending work.
Key Clients
NCBA Bank Kenya; Equity Bank (Kenya); Family Bank; Co-operative Bank of Kenya; Medical Credit Fund
DLA Piper Kenya | IKM Advocates is a commercial law firm in Kenya. The firm is led by managing partner James Kamau and has an office in Nairobi. The firm has a particular focus on financial and corporate work and is also very active in infrastructure and power project development.
Key clients
Standard Chartered Bank Kenya; Absa Bank Kenya; KCB Bank Kenya; Co-operative Bank of Kenya; Stanbic Bank Kenya; Trans Century; Access Bank (Kenya); Mirova Gigaton Fund; Malawi Agricultural and Industrial Investment Corporation; Eternum Limited; Ramoda Ceramics; African Development Bank; Ramco; Kenbe Investments; Kenya Electricity Generating Company; County Pension Fund Registered Trustees and CPF Financial Services; African Legal Support Facility; CRISIL; Osprey Renewables
Testimonials 2023/2024
"The turnaround time given the timelines within which we were executing the transaction and the pressure from the syndicate of lenders; meticulous execution and drafting and general industry knowledge on the part of counsel, which made for seamless execution and closing of the transaction." (Banking & Finance)
Ngeri Omiti & Bush is a Kenyan law firm based in Nairobi. The firm has a focus on financial and corporate work, specifically banking and finance work.
Key clients
Africa Enterprise Challenge Fund, Ecobank, Invesco Assurance Company, KCB Bank, Kenya Water Towers, Lochab Transports, Mobile World, SBC Kenya, Spire Bank, The National Land Commission
McKay Advocates is a commercial law firm established in 2013. The firm is led by managing partner David Sarinke and is based in Nairobi. The firm has a focus on power project development but is also active in the financial and corporate area as well, with a focus on M&A work.
Key clients
Symbion Power Holdings, The Metro Group, IPM Potato Group, Superior Homes, Viewtech
Munyao Muthama & Kashindi Advocates is a Kenyan law firm established in 2009. The firm has offices in Nairobi and Mombasa. The firm has a focus on acquisition and financial restructuring work.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include Kenya Commercial Bank, National Bank, Sidian Bank, Safaricom, Kenya Power, Deloitte & Touche, Ernst & Young, Red Court Hotel, New KCC, Mumias Sugar Company Limited (in receivership), Neusoft Medical Systems and Kenya Electricity Generating Company.
Njoroge Regeru & Company Advocates is a Kenyan firm based in Nairobi. The firm is a member of the International Society of Primerus Law Firms. The firm has a particular focus on project related work.
Key clients
Cargill Holdings; Cargill TSF Switzerland; Citibank; Ecobank.
Established in 1994, Amin & Company is a boutique firm based in Nairobi. The firm provides a complete spectrum of corporate commercial legal services ranging from transaction advice to dispute resolution. Key transactional practices of the firm include banking, M&A, private equity, real estate finance and restructuring and insolvency. The firm represents a wide range of Kenyan and international clients. It has also been engaged by and collaborated with international law firms in a variety of matters.
Key clients
Hilton Nairobi; Hilton Worldwide; Hemingways Group; KONE Corporation; KONE Kenya
KN LAW is a boutique corporate and commercial law firm that operates in Nairobi with regional reach across several jurisdictions. The firm has been involved in cross-border transaction across Eastern Africa, Mauritius, Singapore and Luxembourg. It has a liaison office in London.
Highlights
KN Law advised Liaison Financial Services Limited as the Originator of a proposed offer of up to USD 3 billion Islamic Secured Residential Lease Based Security Based on Forward Lease Structure (Sukuk). The team acted as lead counsel and was led Doreen Onwong’a. The transaction closed in August 2024.
The team also advised Centum Investment Company PLC on a debt to equity conversion by the loan noteholders in Two Rivers Development Limited and Centum Investment Company PLC (CICP), as guarantor of the Notes. The team acted as lead counsel and was led by partners Mugambi Nandi and Doreen Onwong’a. The transaction closed in August 2024.
Partner Mugambi Murithi departed the firm in June 2025.
Key Clients
AHL Venture Partners; Centum Investment Company PLC; Njimia Kenya Limited; Linzi FinCo LLP; Rubicon Landing Holdings Limited; My Credit Limited; GoldKach Kenya Limited; Kopo Kopo Inc; Tender Care Junior Academy Limited; Centum Investment Company PLC; Batian Income Properties LLP; ThriveAgric Limited
Testimonials 2023-2024
“Knowledge and experience in the subject matter and pragmatic legal advice. The level of research and customer experience was excellent.” (Banking & Finance)
“Very promptly delivered and with regular feedback during the process.” (Restructuring)
Charles Kivuva
“Very responsive with any assignment.”
Emmanuel Mueke
“Practical and pragmatic legal solutions. He is an excellent litigator, a good communicator with timely feedback and good client management.”
B M Musau & Co is a Kenyan law firm based in Nairobi. Their main area of practice is commercial and business law. Key transactional practices of the firm include banking and M&A.
Key clients
Notable clients include ET Timbers Private, KCB Bank, AXA Kitchen, Adamsmith International Africa, Glovoapp Kenya, W S Insight (K), Doehler (EA), Sinotec Co., Tahal Consulting Engineers and Exotix Capital.
Testimonials 2023/2024
“Timely feedback, highly professional, willingness to act, a good listener, a good advisor.” (M&A)
Benjamin Musau
“Team player, leader. Goes the extra mile, highly professional.”
MWC Legal is a corporate firm from Kenya. The firm’s office is in Nairobi and is led by managing partner James Wairoto. The firm is very active in financial and corporate matters with a focus on banking and finance and M&A.
Key clients
Shri Krishana Overseas; Everstrong Capital; Paramount Bank; Nexus Green; Lexo Energy kenya; Sokowatch; Janus Continental Group; Grant Thorton; Greenava Foods
Testimonials 2023/2024
“They provide good insight and right advise on the best way to carry out various transactions.” (M&A)
Bernard Musyoka
“Very accommodating and understands the requirements well and gives good solutions.”
Coulson Harney is a corporate law firm in Kenya and a member of Bowmans. Bowmans’ Kenya practice is well known for its focus on financial and corporate and project development work.
Highlights
Bowmans Kenya advised KCB Bank Kenya (KCB) in relation to a financing to E3 Energy. This involved a security structure with all current and future fuel products as well as all receivables coming from the fuel product held at the time of the financing to form the secured assets for purposes of this lending. The team, led by Cornelius Kigera, also advised the bank to obtain a cross-guarantee from E3 Energy Kenya Limited and E3 Energy’s Dubai-based partner company. The transaction is currently ongoing.
The firm also advised Amethis Private Equity Fund, Merec Financial Corporation and Arrandale Holdings Ltd as the Sellers in relation to the sale of the entire issued share capital of Stratton Africa Holding Limited, the Mauritius holding company of the Merec industries, to Dubai based Invictus Investment Company Plc. The team acted as lead counsel was led by managing partner Paras Shah on the M&A side and partner Christina Nduba on the corporate commercial side. The transaction closed in January 2025.
Key Clients
KCB Bank Kenya; Stanbic Bank Kenya Limited; NCBA Group PLC; Greenlight Planet Kenya Limited; SBM Bank (Kenya) Limited; East Africa Breweries Plc; Sanlam Investments East Africa Limited; Bamboo Global Inc; Britam Asset Managers (Kenya) Limited; Trademax Global Pty Ltd; Africa50, Power Grid Corporation of India Limited; Africa Oil Kenya B.V.; Frontier Energy II Alpha K/S, Frontier Energy II Beta K/S; STOA S.A.; Haskoning Nederland B.V.; Holcim Group; Lipton Teas and Infusions B.V.; E3 Capital Management; Amethis
Testimonials 2024-2025
“Extremely reliable.” (Banking & Finance)
“High quality work and a strong bench.” (Banking & Finance)
“I love how dedicated the team is and business savvy they are. They also have an extensive network in Kenya which means we are able to get a very well rounded service.” (Financial Services Regulatory)
“A knowledgeable and well-experienced team.” (M&A)
“We appreciate the firm’s attention to detail, the options provided when tackling different situations and problems and co-creating solutions together with us.” (M&A)
“They weren’t just lawyers processing documents; they acted as true strategic partners. They anticipated where counterparties might push and helped you think two steps ahead. Their advice consistently balanced legal precision with commercial pragmatism, which is critical in healthcare M&A.” (M&A)
“The firm's command of Kenyan corporate, regulatory, and competition law ensured no surprises late in the process. Negotiations were handled with tact and authority, which kept the process constructive and prevented escalation.” (M&A)
“Bowman's full suite offering across all aspects of the transaction (corporate, tax, competition, regulatory) really stood out.” (Private Equity)
“Their local network, which was instrumental for CP fulfilment and completion of the transaction was a huge plus.” (Private Equity)
“We appreciate their attention to detail and ability to resonate with the commercial thinking of my firm.” (Project Development)
“We particularly valued Bowmans’s deep sector expertise, responsiveness, and ability to balance technical legal drafting with practical commercial considerations. Their collaborative approach, clear communication, and strong regional knowledge set them apart from other firms.” (Project Development)
“Aleem Tharani excels in combining deep technical knowledge of energy sector transactions with a highly pragmatic and solution-oriented approach. He is particularly skilled at identifying key risks early, providing clear and actionable advice, and ensuring that complex contractual provisions are presented in a way that is both understandable and commercially sound.” (Project Development)
“Aleem Tharani’s responsiveness, calm manner, and ability to manage stakeholder interests effectively make him a standout advisor.” (Project Development)
“Edwin Baru is very efficient and reliable as a lawyer in delivery of quality work and on time.” (Project Development)
“Joyce Mbui has strong M&A expertise, demonstrates agility in suggesting practical alternatives and workarounds when needed, and is consistently available for calls, even at short notice.” (M&A)
“Mutugi Mutegi is a brilliant communicator and has an in depth knowledge of the finance laws in Kenya. Not only that but his advice is business focused and he is great at finding solutions to even the most complex problems.” (Financial Services Regulatory)
“We appreciate Mutugi Mutegi’s communication, knowledge, support, and research.” (M&A)
“Paras Shah is always available, even across time zones and under tight timelines. He worked seamlessly with international counsel and advisors, coordinating across multiple jurisdictions. He communicated clearly and concisely, making complex issues easy to digest for non-lawyers on our team.” (M&A)
“Vruti Shah is innovative and solution-oriented. I also appreciated her approach to client management which was direct and responsive.” (Private Equity)
Testimonials 2023/2024
“They are very responsive and knowledgeable in their field. I like their professionalism and attention to detail in the transactions they do for the bank.” – Banking and finance
“The team at Bowmans demonstrated extensive knowledge and expertise, effectively leveraging their resources to provide high-quality service. They were attentive to our needs, ensuring a client-centric approach throughout the engagement.” – M&A
“Their diligence and high level of proficiency in handling matters. They also went out of their way and gave sound advice on the matter.” – Banking
“Bowmans CH are client focused; they understand our business and their technical ability is outstanding.” – Banking and finance
“Client management and technical competence.” - Cecil Kuyo
“Christina effectively demonstrated her extensive legal and industry knowledge, and skills. She was attentive and client-focused, showing her insight into the client's business with a sharp wit. Her management of the transaction were invaluable in navigating the constantly evolving transaction environment. Moreover, she ensured that we had access to her carefully selected team, who were knowledgeable about the matter, readily available, and dedicated to meeting our business needs. Finally, she was transparent about her limitations; providing suitable solutions by roping in expert counsel in the Bowmans' team.” - Chirstina Nduba-Banja
“John is very responsive and solution oriented” – John Khia
KTK Advocates is a corporate law firm in Kenya founded in 1996. The firm has a focus on financial and corporate transactions and within these, a specialism in working for clients connected with social infrastructure or healthcare.
Key clients
National Hospital Insurance Fund, KCB Bank Kenya, Kenya Tea Development Agency, Kenya Tea Packers, University of Nairobi, Higher Education Loans Board, The CopyCat, Sameer Africa, Gulf African Bank, National Housing Corporation, Development Bank of Kenya, Housing Finance, Galana Oil, ICEA Lion Group, Cytonn Investments, County of Nairobi, Kenya Medical Supplies Authority, Chandaria Industries
Testimonials 2023/2024
“They have a high success rate on most litigation claims. They provide top-notch advisory services.” (Banking & Finance)
Donald Kipkorir
“Smart and innovative lawyer.”
Bowmans’ Kenyan Practice is one of the largest and best-known corporate law firms in the country.
Bowmans’ Kenyan team specialises in Kenyan law but also has foreign-law expertise, especially in English law banking and finance matters and corporate and commercial transactions. Other specialist areas include intellectual property, technology, arbitration, tax, energy, project finance, capital markets, investigations and corporate services.
The team advises a wide spectrum of clients in the private sector, institutional and multi-national organisations, foreign investors and governmental institutions.
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CMS Daly Inamdar Advocates (CMS-DI) is the oldest law firm in Kenya tracing its origins to 1899 with offices in Nairobi and Mombasa, and is part of CMS, a future-facing international firm with more than 5,000 lawyers across more than 70 offices in 40 countries worldwide.
CMS-DI is one of the most reputable full-service civil law practices, engaging in all aspects of corporate, commercial, real estate, and dispute resolution services. With over 40 experienced lawyers, a number who are dual qualified (England and New York), handling significant, ground-breaking, and noteworthy commercial transactions, CMS-DI’s clients include Kenyan-owned companies, multinational corporations, development institutions, foundations, and private clients conducting business across Africa.
Founded in 1902, Dentons Hamilton Harrison & Mathews is one of the oldest and largest law firms in Kenya with 12 partners and 43 associates. The firm is a full service firm providing legal services in corporate and commercial law, projects and infrastructure, oil & gas, banking, insurance, capital markets, ICT, IP and regulatory/compliance matters.
Established in 1938, Kaplan & Stratton has over 80 years’ experience as the premier law firm in the region providing a comprehensive range of legal services to domestic, international, corporate and private clients.
Kaplan & Stratton is the stand out full service firm in the market with seventeen partners each having expertise in various practice areas. Our Dispute Resolution Department is led by our Senior Partner, Dr Fred Ojiambo (MBS), who also holds the rank of senior counsel. The Corporate / Commercial Department is jointly lead by Peter Hime and Sam Wainaina who combined have 90 years of practicing experience.
The firm’s full service practice includes advising clients on a broad range of issues from set up, to employment and immigration issues, regulatory compliance, M&A, dispute resolution and winding up. Complementing this is the firm’s sector expertise, which combined with the firm’s practice area experience enables us to tailor the advice given and create bespoke solutions for clients. The complete list of the firm’s practice areas is available here https://www.kaplanstratton.com/expertise.
Kaplan & Stratton’s objective is to consistently provide high quality legal and commercial advice through an efficiently managed professional practice that will facilitate clients’ business dealings in Kenya and elsewhere in the East African region.
Kaplan& Stratton also has a pan African reach as one of the founder members of Lex-Africa, a leading network of independent law firms spanning 28 African countries.
Njoroge Regeru & Company is a reputable, re-known and leading Dispute Resolution, Corporate and Commercial, Banking and Financial Services firm based in Nairobi, Kenya. It’s a Member of the International Society of Primerus Law Firms, an association of the world’s finest independent, boutique law firms with membership in over 40 countries.
MMC ASAFO is the Kenyan branch of ASAFO & CO., a Pan-African law firm with a global footprint across Kenya, Côte d’Ivoire, Morocco, South Africa, the UK, France, and the US. Established in 1995, with offices in Nairobi and Mombasa, the firm has provided three decades of legal counsel to governments, development institutions, multinational corporations, and emerging enterprises across Africa.
As part of a network built for Africa’s industrial, digital, and sustainable growth, MMC ASAFO is uniquely positioned to deliver strategic, high-impact legal solutions at scale. The firm is particularly noted for its transactional strength, PPP advisory, financial services expertise, and a robust litigation and arbitration practice.
Walker Kontos is a full-service law firm offering a wide range of corporate and commercial legal services to diverse clients with local, regional and international interests. Our partner-led teams, tailored to suit client needs, coupled with our substantial deal experience and our alliance with the global firm, Norton Rose Fulbright, enables us to marshal resources and keep pace with the globalised demand for top tier legal services.
We are a corporate commercial law firm based in Kenya focused on providing solution-oriented legal services that add value to our clients and their businesses. Established in 1997, Igeria & Ngugi Advocates has a diverse team of experienced and professional advocates who work alongside clients to enable them to meet their business objectives.
Igeria & Ngugi are members of the Mackrell International Global Law Network, which enables us to provide exceptional legal services on a global scale. As a member of this premier network of independent legal firms, we have access to approximately 4,500 highly skilled lawyers in 100 major cities worldwide. This vast pool of legal expertise allows us to respond promptly to our client's needs and provide cost-effective solutions.
We offer an extensive range of legal services, encompassing business establishment, employment law, mergers and acquisitions (M&A), private equity, litigation, real estate, dispute resolution, as well as insolvency and restructuring. Our primary objective is to deliver effective solutions tailored to the needs of our clients. Furthermore, our specialized knowledge in various sectors, combined with our firm's experience across diverse practice areas, enables us to provide customized and strategic advice that meets the unique challenges faced by our clients.
Oraro & Company Advocates is a full-service market-leading African law firm established in 1977 with a strong focus on dispute resolution and corporate & commercial law. Our Corporate & Commercial practice deals with both local and international companies from various sectors on complex, high value transactions. It is also well-positioned to provide strategic business-oriented legal advice on multi-jurisdictional transactions through its affiliation to AB & David Africa.
MW & Company Advocates LLP (also known as MWC Legal) is a full-service law firm based in Nairobi, Kenya. We provide high quality, solution oriented legal services across Corporate & Commercial, Dispute Resolution, Employment, tax, Real Estate, Banking, Finance, Fintech and Intellectual Property.
The firm’s vision is to develop a regional network across East African Community capitals to align with clients’ expanding business footprints.
MWC Legal advises leading financial institutions on security creation and structuring and has successfully overseen the 100% acquisition of Paramount Bank by Zenith Bank. The firm has also secured notable litigation victories in the High Court and Court of Appeal, demonstrating strong advocacy and technical expertise.
Wamae & Allen is a premier full-service Law firm offering great expertise, depth and value to the practice of Law and service delivery to clients.
The firm has a dedicated team of skilled lawyers with strong work ethic and a Client-First approach philosophy in delivering legal services to a broad range of clients, including governments, multinational companies, banking and financial institutions. We take pride in being our clients’ primary information resource.
As the sole Kenyan member of Multilaw, we provide our clients with worldwide legal access by connecting them with multi-jurisdictional legal experts to facilitate cross-border transactions and disputes.
Kiptinness & Odhiambo Associates LLP (KOA) is among the leading Corporate & Commercial Law Firms in East Africa that offers full service. The firm is distinctively international in its outlook and approach and advises the world’s leading companies and financial institutions on their most complex matters in Africa. The firm is well known and regarded for its subject-matter expertise in technology, energy and infrastructure work in Africa and has been recognized as Africa Specialist Law firm of the year 2020 at the Africa Legal Awards. The firm operates in five markets in East Africa being Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania and Ethiopia through the Citadel Law Africa (CLA) network
WHO WE ARE
Our lawyers have been involved in market leading transactions including advising on banking and finance matters, corporate and commercial transactions, employment law, capital markets, project finance, environmental law and energy and intellectual property in a wide range for sectors.
Our overarching goal is to provide seamless legal services in East Africa through this office so as to enable our worldwide clients to harness the vast opportunities for sustainable investment that lie within that region of the continent and beyond.
ENSafrica is Africa’s largest law firm, with offices in Western, Eastern and Southern regions of the continent. We are highly ranked by IFLR1000, Chambers Global, Legal 500 and the World Tax Guide, and are regular winners at DealMakers.
We have over 600 specialist practitioners and the capacity to deliver on our clients’ business requirements across all major industries and the African continent.
We have a deep understanding of local nuances and ways of doing business in Africa. Our clients are assured of consistent quality and world-class service because of our practical experience working on the ground and our direct access to high-end, professional contacts across the continent.
ENSafrica | Ghana
5th Floor, Vivo Place, Cantonments City, Rangoon Lane, Accra
+233 30 225 3980
infoACC@ENSafrica.com
ENSafrica | Kenya
15th Floor, One Africa Place, Waiyaki Way, Westlands, Nairobi
+254 205 007 000
infoNBO@ENSafrica.com
ENSafrica | Mauritius
19 Church Street, Port Louis
+230 212 2215
infoMRU@ENSafrica.com
ENSafrica | Namibia
Unit 3 Ground Floor, Sonneneck Building, Moses Garoeb Street, Swakopmund
+264 64 415 380
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No 4 1st Floor, The Business Park, Sam Nujoma Avenue, Walvis Bay
+264 64 281 100
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Unit 4 LA Chambers, Ausspann Plaza, Dr Agostinho Neto Road, Windhoek
+264 61 379 700
infoWDH@ENSafrica.com
ENSafrica | Rwanda
Kacyiru KG 7th Avenue #35, Blue Star House 1st Floor - Wing B, Kigali
+250 252 551 500
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ENSafrica | South Africa
35 Lower Long Street, Foreshore, Cape Town
+27 (0) 21 410 2500
infoCPT@ENSafrica.com
1 Richefond Circle, Ridgeside Office Park, Umhlanga, Durban
+27 (0) 31 536 8600
infoDUR@ENSafrica.com
The MARC | Tower 1, 129 Rivonia Road, Sandton, Johannesburg
+27 (0) 11 269 7600
infoJNB@ENSafrica.com
La Gratitude, 97 Dorp Street, Stellenbosch
+27 (0) 21 808 6620
infoSTB@ENSafrica.com
ENSafrica | Uganda
4th Floor, Rwenzori Towers, Plot 6 Nakasero Road, Nakasero, Kampala
+256 31 222 5500
infoKLA@ENSafrica.com
KN Law LLP is a boutique corporate and commercial law firm based in Nairobi, with a liaison office in London. The firm is a member of the Legus International Network of Law Firms, with member firms across more than 60 jurisdictions.
The firm specializes in providing personalized, high‑quality corporate and commercial legal advisory services. Its team consists of top‑tier lawyers with significant in‑house experience, enabling delivery of advice that is both legally robust and commercially practical.
KN Law LLP offers innovative, efficient, and pragmatic solutions across a range of practice areas, including capital markets, mergers and acquisitions, private equity, corporate and commercial law, corporate finance, dispute resolution, employment and retirement benefits, and real estate and conveyancing.
The firm’s collaborative approach extends beyond Kenya through a network of firms across East Africa, Mauritius, South Africa, and the United Kingdom, allowing seamless support on cross‑border matters.
