Corporate & Commercial Lawyers in Kenya

commercial law kenya

We advise private and institutional clients on transactions that demand precision, discretion, and commercial fluency.


Overview

In banking and finance, we act for lenders and borrowers on secured lending, asset finance, project funding, and regulatory structuring. We draft, review, and negotiate facility agreements, security documents, and intercreditor arrangements — ensuring legal soundness and bankability.

In mergers and acquisitions, we manage legal due diligence, share and asset purchase structuring, regulatory notifications, and post-deal integration. If you're acquiring a regulated entity, divesting, or reorganising ownership, we provide transaction clarity and risk alignment throughout.

In real estate, we handle high-value conveyancing, land due diligence, controlled developments, lease structuring, and property finance. From private acquisitions to large-scale commercial projects, we manage title regularisation, zoning, and registration efficiently.

Each matter is partner-led. Every document is built for scrutiny.


Why Us

Our clients come to us when the transaction must close — cleanly, securely, and on time.

We focus on what matters: legal exposure, deal mechanics, enforceability. No surplus advice. No posturing.

You get a responsive team with technical depth across corporate structures, financial instruments, and regulated assets — and the discretion expected in high-stakes work.

If you're raising capital, acquiring, divesting, or structuring property holdings, we act as your legal counterpart — not your cost centre.



Frequently Asked Questions

What legal documents are required for a typical M&A transaction in Kenya?
Key documents include a term sheet or heads of agreement, share or asset purchase agreement, disclosure letter, board/shareholder resolutions, and regulatory filings. We tailor the structure to suit the target entity, tax considerations, and sector-specific compliance.
Can foreign investors own land or property in Kenya?
Foreign nationals and entities can hold leases up to 99 years but cannot own freehold land directly. We advise on compliant structures, including corporate vehicles and nominee arrangements, to facilitate secure property transactions within legal limits.
What is the role of legal due diligence in a share acquisition?
Legal due diligence identifies legal risks in areas such as corporate structure, contracts, litigation exposure, employment, and compliance. It forms the basis for valuation adjustments, indemnity provisions, and deal go/no-go decisions. We conduct full-scope due diligence or targeted reviews based on your priorities.
How is a secured loan registered and enforced in Kenya?
Security interests must be perfected through registration at the Companies Registry and Land Registry (where land is involved). We prepare and register charges, debentures, and chattel mortgages, and advise on enforcement under Kenyan insolvency laws and contract principles.
What steps are involved in a commercial property transfer?
The process includes conducting a land search, negotiating and executing a sale agreement, obtaining land control board consent (where applicable), paying stamp duty, and lodging the transfer at the Lands Registry. We oversee the entire conveyancing chain to ensure clear title transfer and risk mitigation.