Buying or selling property is one of the most significant financial decisions an individual or organization can make. Whether you’re dealing with land, a commercial building, or a residential home, the legal complexities involved can be overwhelming. That’s where professional conveyancing lawyers in Nairobi come in—they ensure that the property [...]
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) are critical strategies used by companies to grow, diversify, or strengthen their market positions. Whether you’re acquiring a business, selling part of your company, or merging with a competitor, legal support is essential to avoid financial pitfalls and regulatory breaches. Hiring a skilled mergers and acquisitions [...]
When conducting a legal and compliance audit in Kenya, it is essential to assess various areas to ensure adherence to local laws, regulations, and best practices. Here are some key areas to watch: 1. Corporate and Regulatory Compliance 2. Tax Compliance 3. Employment & Labor Laws 4. Data Protection & [...]
Corporate disputes are inevitable. Some are minor bruises that heal over time; others are deep wounds requiring legal surgery. When a shareholder finds themselves in the trenches of corporate wrongdoing, they have two primary weapons under the Companies Act: the scalpel of derivative actions (Section 238) and the sledgehammer of [...]
So, you’ve sold your goods. The buyer promised to pay but then vanished into thin air, leaving you unpaid and frustrated. If you’re wondering whether the law gives you any tools to fight back, the answer is a resounding yes. Kenya’s Sale of Goods Act (Cap 31) provides a robust [...]
Kenya’s surge in digital lending, instant, swipe-button credit via smartphone apps, has dramatically increased access to loans. “Buy now, worry later” has become an unofficial motto for many navigating an increasingly complex digital credit landscape. The convenience of instant loans through smartphone applications has democratized access to credit in unprecedented [...]
The Persons with Disabilities Act, 2025, represents a significant leap forward in upholding the constitutional rights of persons with disabilities in Kenya, as mandated by Article 54 of the Constitution. This landmark legislation, superseding the Persons with Disabilities Act, Cap. 133, establishes a robust framework dedicated to protecting, promoting, and [...]
In an increasingly complex regulatory landscape, ensuring legal and compliance adherence is not just a requirement—it’s a strategic imperative. A legal and compliance audit is a thorough assessment of an organization’s operations, policies, and processes to verify compliance with national, international, and industry-specific regulations. These audits are essential for identifying [...]
Below is a step-by-step guide to help you navigate the process: 1. Report the Loss 2. Prepare an Affidavit 3. Conduct a Search at the Lands Registry 4. Publish a Notice in the Kenya Gazette 5. Apply for a Replacement Title Deed 6. Pay the Required Fees 7. Issuance of [...]
Adoption often brings to mind images of hopeful parents welcoming a child from an orphanage into their home. But what happens when the best place for a child isn’t with strangers, but with family? Enter kinship adoption, a lesser-known but deeply rooted practice in Kenya that ensures children stay within [...]