Corporate & Commercial Law

Company Formation & Incorporation
We assist both local and foreign investors in registering and incorporating companies in Kenya in compliance with the Companies Act, 2015. Our services include name reservation, drafting and filing incorporation documents, obtaining PIN certificates, and post-incorporation compliance. We advise on suitable structures such as private companies limited by shares, public companies, and companies limited by guarantee, ensuring seamless entry into the Kenyan market.

Joint Ventures & Syndications
We advise clients on structuring and documenting joint ventures and syndications across a range of sectors including energy, infrastructure, and real estate. Our legal services cover drafting joint venture agreements, shareholder arrangements, due diligence, and regulatory compliance with relevant Kenyan laws. We help clients manage risks while achieving commercial objectives through strategic partnerships.

Contracts & Commercial Agreements
Our firm provides expert legal support in drafting, negotiating, and reviewing all forms of commercial contracts in accordance with Kenyan contract law. We handle supply agreements, franchise contracts, distribution agreements, service contracts, and memoranda of understanding (MOUs). Our goal is to ensure enforceability, legal compliance, and protection of our clients’ business interests.

Banking & Finance Law
We represent financial institutions, lenders, and borrowers in a wide range of banking and finance transactions. Our services include drafting loan agreements, security documentation, asset finance arrangements, and advising on regulatory compliance with the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK) and the Banking Act. We also assist with syndicated loans, project financing, and debt restructuring.

Insolvency & Business Rescue
Our insolvency practice covers both corporate and personal insolvency under the Insolvency Act, 2015. We advise companies facing financial distress on business rescue strategies including voluntary arrangements, administration, and judicial management. We also represent creditors and insolvency practitioners in liquidation proceedings, asset recovery, and restructuring plans.

Competition & Anti-Trust Law
We advise clients on compliance with the Competition Act, 2010, including merger control, restrictive trade practices, abuse of market dominance, and cartel investigations. We liaise with the Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) to secure approvals and represent clients in investigations and enforcement actions. Our goal is to help businesses operate competitively while avoiding legal exposure.

Tax Law & Consultancy
Our tax law services include strategic tax planning, compliance, and representation before the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) and the Tax Appeals Tribunal. We handle corporate tax, VAT, customs duties, excise tax, and transfer pricing issues. We provide tailored tax solutions that align with Kenyan tax legislation, helping clients reduce liabilities while remaining fully compliant.

The process involves reserving a company name, preparing and submitting incorporation documents (such as the Memorandum and Articles of Association), registering the company with the Registrar of Companies, and obtaining a Personal Identification Number (PIN) from the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
It is important to define the legal structure, draft a clear agreement outlining roles and responsibilities, profit-sharing, dispute resolution mechanisms, and ensure compliance with Kenyan commercial and regulatory laws.
Yes, verbal contracts can be legally binding if they meet the essential elements of a contract (offer, acceptance, consideration, and intention). However, written contracts are preferred for clarity and ease of enforcement.
These agreements must be in writing, clearly outline the terms and conditions, and often require the registration of securities or charges. Compliance with the Central Bank of Kenya regulations is also essential.
Options include restructuring, voluntary arrangements with creditors, administration, or liquidation under the Insolvency Act, 2015.

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