Dispute Resolution
The team’s track record of delivering successful outcomes for our clients in complex, high-value disputes has positioned us, as the preferred choice for clients seeking strategic representation in dispute resolution and risk management.
Through our international relationship firms, we have developed a wide capacity in handling international disputes in a variety of sectors including mergers and acquisitions, oil and gas, concessions, agriculture projects, distribution and construction. We have handled these disputes under diverse applicable law treaties or conventions, including the Common Market for Eastern and Southern Africa (COMESA) Treaty and the East African Free Trade Agreement, which is part of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). Our experience under arbitration rules include the International Chamber of Commerce (ICC), the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID), the United Nations Commission on International Trade Law (UNCITRAL) and Stockholm Chamber of Commerce Arbitration Institute (SCCAI).
Key Practice Areas
Construction and infrastructure disputes
Our team has extensive experience in handling complex construction and infrastructure disputes for our clients arising from joint ventures, large-scale residential and commercial projects and institutional developments. We advise and represent clients in arbitration, mediation and court proceedings, focusing on timely and cost-effective resolution of issues such as delays, non-performance and contractual breaches. This ensures that our client’s construction and infrastructure projects can progress as envisioned and with minimal disruption whilst ensuring that our clients’ interests are protected.
We resolve disputes arising from construction and infrastructure projects, joint ventures and large-scale developments, ensuring efficient and commercially focused outcomes.
Labour and employment
We provide comprehensive representation in employment and labour relations matters, including disputes involving contracts, non-compete obligations, workplace discipline and claims before specialised courts. Our team also supports clients in negotiating collective bargaining agreements and resolving employment disputes affecting both private and public institutions. By combining technical legal expertise with a practical understanding of workplace dynamics, we deliver solutions that balance compliance, fairness and organisational needs.
We represent employers and employees in workplace disputes, contract enforcement and collective bargaining, balancing compliance with practical workplace solutions.
International trade and commercial contract disputes
Our practice covers a broad range of commercial disputes involving contracts, leases, distribution agreements and regulatory compliance in trade and commerce. We act for clients in both arbitration and court proceedings, offering strategic guidance in disputes over performance, termination and enforcement of agreements. We also have extensive experience in handling matters involving media rights, digital broadcasting, aviation and commercial properties, ensuring that business operations and corporate reputation remain protected in fast-moving markets.
Clients benefit from strategic support in disputes over contracts, leases, distribution arrangements and regulatory issues, safeguarding business interests locally and across borders.
Public-private partnerships (PPP) and procurement disputes
Our team represent clients in disputes arising from procurement processes and public-private partnership (PPP) arrangements. This includes challenging or defending tender awards before regulatory bodies and navigating the intricate requirements of public procurement law. Our expertise lies in helping clients safeguard their commercial interests while maintaining compliance within the strict statutory and regulatory frameworks.
Our expertise extends to procurement and public-private partnership (PPP) related disputes, guiding clients through tender challenges and regulatory processes to protect commercial and institutional outcomes.
Constitutional, electoral and public law or judicial review
Our constitutional and public law practice is dedicated to upholding the rule of law and protecting fundamental rights. We have successfully represented individuals, institutions and organisations in petitions involving constitutional interpretation, judicial review of administrative action and the validity of legislation. Our experience spans matters relating to governance, regulatory oversight, electoral processes and public appointments. Our team is committed to advancing accountability and constitutional compliance across both public and private sectors.
Matters involving constitutional interpretation, public governance and judicial review are handled with precision, advancing accountability and protection of rights.
Intellectual property and information, communications and technology (ICT) law
Our team provides comprehensive legal support to clients seeking to protect and enforce their intellectual property rights. We handle all phases of intellectual property disputes from registration to infringement litigation. We advise on complex landscape of communication, information and technology, to guide clients through technology-related disputes to safe guard their digital assets.
Protection of intellectual property rights and specialised support in information, communication and technology (ICT) law.
Tax disputes
Out team supports clients with complex tax disputes before tribunals and the courts. Our team has successfully guided clients through tax disputes involving the classification of goods and claims from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) and negotiated settlements, ensuring business continuity and regulatory compliance.
We expertly manage tax disputes delivering strategic solutions that balance regulatory compliance with the preservation of clients’ commercial interests.
Debt recoveries, insolvency and bankruptcy litigation
Our debt recovery and insolvency practice serves corporations, financial institutions and individual clients in enforcing debt obligations and resolving insolvency proceedings. We have successfully acted in liquidation and winding-up petitions and restructuring of distressed entities. We have successfully represented leading commercial banks in recovering debt from loan defaulters. Our team provides practical strategies for recovery while preserving long-term business relationships and ensuring compliance with insolvency law.
Corporations and financial institutions are supported in enforcing debt obligations, navigating insolvency proceedings, and implementing practical recovery strategies.
Family, trust and succession law
We provide tailored legal support in family, trust and succession matters, offering sensitive yet strategic guidance in navigating disputes that often involve deeply personal and financial considerations. Our work includes drafting of wills, representing clients in disputes on contesting of wills, trust management issues, succession planning conflicts and family-related property disputes. We are committed to delivering fair and practical outcomes that safeguard our clients’ interests while preserving important relationships where possible.
Tailored guidance is offered in family, trust, and succession disputes, balancing financial protection with the preservation of personal relationships.
Land and environment law disputes
Our practice in land and environment disputes covers a wide spectrum of issues, including ownership claims, boundary disputes, compulsory acquisition and environmental compliance challenges. We have successfully represented clients before courts, tribunals and regulatory authorities in matters that balance property rights with sustainable development and environmental protection. By combining legal expertise with an understanding of land use and environmental regulations, we help clients achieve solutions that are both legally sound and commercially viable.
Disputes involving ownership, boundaries, compulsory acquisition and environmental compliance are resolved with a focus on both legal soundness and sustainability.
