Legal Insights
Kenyan law, explained clearly
Practical articles on the legal questions our clients ask most often. Written for people who need to understand their position before deciding what to do next.
- Commercial Law
What Every Business Should Know About Commercial Contracts in Kenya
A commercial contract records what was agreed and what happens when things go wrong. These are the terms Kenyan businesses most often get wrong.
3 February 2026 · 6 min read
- Employment Law
Employment Termination in Kenya: Legal Considerations for Employers and Employees
Termination disputes usually turn on procedure as much as substance. Both employers and employees should understand what a fair process looks like.
27 January 2026 · 7 min read
- Property
Conveyancing in Kenya: What Buyers Should Know Before Purchasing Property
Conveyancing is the legal process of transferring property. Understanding the stages helps buyers avoid the most costly mistakes.
20 January 2026 · 8 min read
- Succession
Wills, Trusts and Estate Planning in Kenya
Wills and trusts serve different purposes within an estate plan. Understanding the difference helps families choose the right structure.
13 January 2026 · 6 min read
- Family Law
Understanding Matrimonial Property Rights in Kenya
Questions about property acquired during a marriage are among the most contested in family law. This is how the issue is generally approached.
6 January 2026 · 6 min read
- Litigation
Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution in Kenya
Not every dispute needs to be litigated. Mediation and other ADR routes can resolve matters faster and at lower cost where the parties will engage.
16 December 2025 · 5 min read
- Property
Buying Land in Kenya: A Practical Legal Due Diligence Checklist
A structured checklist of the legal enquiries that should be completed before committing funds to a land purchase in Kenya.
9 December 2025 · 6 min read
- Succession
What Happens When Someone Dies Without a Will in Kenya?
Where there is no valid will, the estate is dealt with under the rules applying to intestate succession — and the process usually takes longer.
2 December 2025 · 5 min read
- Commercial Law
Commercial Debt Recovery in Kenya: Legal Options for Businesses
Unpaid invoices damage cash flow. There is usually a sequence of steps worth taking before proceedings are commenced.
25 November 2025 · 5 min read
- Employment Law
Employment Contracts in Kenya: What Employers and Employees Should Know
A clear contract of service protects both sides. These are the terms that most often cause difficulty when they are missing or vague.
18 November 2025 · 5 min read
- Property
Property Transfer in Kenya: The Legal Process Explained
Completion and transfer are separate stages. Understanding what happens after the balance is paid helps buyers follow the matter to registration.
11 November 2025 · 5 min read
- Business
Business Succession Planning for Family Businesses in Kenya
Family businesses are often the largest asset a family owns, and the least planned for. Succession should be addressed while the founder is active.
4 November 2025 · 6 min read
- Succession
What Is Probate in Kenya?
Probate is the process by which a will is proved and executors are authorised to administer an estate. Here is what it involves.
28 October 2025 · 5 min read
- Property
How to Choose a Lawyer for a Property Transaction in Nairobi
The advocate you instruct on a property purchase has a direct effect on the risk you carry. These are sensible questions to ask.
21 October 2025 · 4 min read
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