Selected Transactions & Engagements
Our firm has acted on a range of significant transactions and disputes across multiple sectors. The following is a selection of representative matters that illustrate the breadth and depth of our practice.
Share Buyback & Capital Reduction
Advised a private financial services company on share buybacks and capital reduction, navigating compliance with the Companies Act, CMA regulations, and KRA requirements.
Equity Restructuring & Investor Exit
Advised on complex equity restructuring involving quasi-equity instruments and facilitated a structured investor exit in compliance with regulatory requirements and shareholder agreements.
Corporate Group Restructuring
Advised a multi-subsidiary corporate group on an internal restructuring involving share transfers, asset reallocation, and regulatory notifications across multiple sectors.
Syndicated Loan Facility
Acted for a consortium of local and international banks on the documentation and execution of a syndicated loan facility for a major infrastructure development project.
Project Finance — Energy Sector
Structured and documented project finance facilities for an energy project, including security documentation, intercreditor arrangements, and regulatory compliance with EPRA.
Security Perfection for Microfinance Institution
Advised a microfinance institution on the perfection and enforcement of security interests over multiple properties, including debentures, charges, and guarantees.
Private Placement for Growth Capital
Advised a technology company on a private placement of equity securities to institutional investors, including preparation of information memoranda and regulatory filings with the CMA.
Corporate Actions Advisory
Advised listed and private companies on various corporate actions including bonus issues, stock splits, and dividend declarations in compliance with CMA and NSE requirements.
Multi-Million Shilling Residential Development
Structured and executed documentation for a large-scale residential development project, including land acquisition, joint venture agreements, and project financing arrangements.
Commercial Lease Portfolio
Advised a property management company on the negotiation and documentation of a portfolio of commercial lease agreements for a mixed-use development in Nairobi.
Land Subdivision & Development Approvals
Managed the subdivision, change of user, and development approval process for a significant land parcel, coordinating with county and national land authorities.
High-Value Commercial Contract Dispute
Successfully represented a multinational company in a commercial contract dispute involving financial institutions, securing a favourable judgment at trial before the High Court.
Employment Dispute — Financial Sector
Represented a financial institution in a complex employment dispute before the Employment and Labour Relations Court, involving claims of unfair termination and breach of contract.
Cross-Border Arbitration
Acted as counsel in arbitration proceedings involving a cross-border commercial transaction, securing a favourable arbitral award under institutional arbitration rules.
Property Ownership Dispute
Successfully represented clients in a complex property ownership dispute involving competing claims, forged documents, and encumbrances, resulting in clear title being established.
Trademark Portfolio Registration
Managed the registration of a multi-class trademark portfolio for a consumer goods company across Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania through KIPI and ARIPO.
Brand Protection & Anti-Counterfeiting
Advised a technology firm on brand protection strategies, including cease and desist actions, domain name disputes, and coordination with enforcement authorities on counterfeiting.
The matters described above are representative of the types of work undertaken by the firm. Due to confidentiality obligations, client names and specific transaction details have been anonymised where necessary. Past results do not guarantee future outcomes.
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