Commercial Law

Our Corporate and Commercial team undertakes all forms of transactional work including banking and finance; mining oil & energy law, merges, acquisitions and project financing. It is an area we are well versed in. In this regard we also participate in the process of setting up the requisite purpose vehicle for aiding the clients in the specific ventures.

General, Civil and Commercial Litigation

We generally provide representation in the High Court and court of Appeal as well as subordinate courts and tribunals as informed by our client’s needs. or wherever else the client briefs require. Our lawyers offer pragmatic experience in civil and commercial practice earning the firm a good reputation in resolving disputes. Where necessary, we prescribe alternative modes of dispute resolution where our advisory skills come in handy in espousing for our clients the best possible outcome.

Employment & Labour Relation matters

Various statutes and case law on employment regulate the relationship between the employer and the employee in Kenya. When dealing with companies, cases mainly involve employment disputes where claims are made against employers. We handle suits which emanate from wrongful termination of employment and also suits relating to industrial accidents, which involve injuries sustained while at work. Our understanding of the complex set of rights and obligations with sources in legislative acts, contract, the common law, customs and practice jurisprudence ensures that our client always stands in good stead. In particular, minimum standards relating to the employment conditions (often differentiated by industry,trade, occupations andarea)are the subject of legislation.Therefore,in order to manage and minimizeliability,we offer general client advise on the following: -

Minimum standards which include: -

a) Basic terms and conditions e.g. Probation, leave pay. b) Minimum safety/occupational health requirements. c) Provisions for training facilities. d) Deviation from certain standards which may result in the institution of criminal proceedings. We also offer the following comprehensive range of professional services to our corporate clients:- e) Labour litigation. f) Drafting of agreements and contracts of employment. g) Advise on labor implications of acquisitions and mergers. h) Advise onalternative means of dispute resolution, including but not limited to mediation and arbitration and the formulation of strategies in respect to strikes,locking out and other forms of industrial action. i) Prosecution and Defence of proceedings at the Industrial court. j) Advise on unfair labor practices. k) Advise on statutorily based employment conditions and minimum standards of employment. l) Advise on measures to reduce litigation in labor related matters. m) Advise on compliance with Environmental, Local Government Regulations,etc. In addition to the above services, we hold seminars with our corporate clients whereby we train witnesses on trials, court process, and also enlighten them on the various legal terms used in court, and which they are likely to come across during trial.

This is necessary so as to enlighten witnesses on what is expected of them in court, as well as make them familiar with the legal process and to sensitize them on the workings of the court.

Intellectual Property Laws

We complete patent, trademark and design registration for our clients. We are also actively involved in litigation for intellectual property rights, copyright infringement actions as well as in protection of our clients’ licensing agreements, plant breeders’ rights and trade symbols in actions for passing of.

Company Secretarial Services

In addition to our pure legal portfolio, we also do undertake Company Secretarial work which involves both formation and registration; filing of returns and other compliance affairs including directing board meetings where necessary.