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Kibatia & Co. Advocates

mapMarkerGrey Mombasa
cat-icon 31, Donyo Sabuk Avenue, off General Mathenge Road / off Peponi Road Westlands
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O&M Law LLP

mapMarkerGrey Kakamega
cat-icon 217 Kyuna Crescent. P. O. Box 49393 – 00100, Nairobi, Kenya, Awuor Otieno Road, House Number 160, Milimani, Kisumu, Khalisia Road 3, House No 74, Kakamega
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Sang Chambers & Partners

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cat-icon KMA Centre, Block B, 2nd Floor, Suite No. 2.1, Chyulu/Mara Road, Upperhill
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Biwott and Mugeni Advocates

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cat-icon 4th Floor, Blue Violets Plaza, Kamburu Drive, Off Kindaruma Road. Kilimani, Nairobi
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Rashid, Rage and Nassir Advocates

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cat-icon Laibon Centre 2nd Floor along Lenana Road P.O Box 45064-00622 Nairobi Kenya
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G.M MUCHOKI & CO ADVOCATES

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cat-icon Kose Heights, 5th Floor, Argwings Kodhek Road, Hurlingham 46788 - 00100, Nairobi
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KO Associates LLP

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cat-icon 4th Avenue Towers, 14th Floor, 4th Ngong Avenue, Nairobi, KE
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MMAN ADVOCATES

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cat-icon 4th Floor, Wing B, Capitol Hill Square, Off Chyulu Road, Upper Hill, Nairobi, Kenya. P.O. Box 8418 Nairobi 00200
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Matheka Oketch Advocates LLP

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cat-icon Second Floor, Bishop Garden Towers, First Ngong Avenue, Nairobi
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Mutheu & Company Advocates

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cat-icon Pacific Crest Mall Wing B-3rd Floor Mombasa Road
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G MUCEE AND KIMANI ADVOCATES LLP

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cat-icon Suite A8, 3rd Floor, Surveyors Court along Woodvale Grove, Westlands P.O BOX 1634-00600, Nairobi, Kenya
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Musau and Samson Advocates

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cat-icon Marjo Bypass Complex 3rd Floor Room D04 Kamakis, Eastern Bypass
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Otieno Aballah Advocates

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cat-icon 2nd Floor, Suite 4G, Elysee Plaza, Kilimani Road, off Ngong Road, Nairobi
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BIK Advocates LLP

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cat-icon 15th floor, Highway Heights Marcus Garvey Road, Kilimani Nairobi, Kenya
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Njaga & Co Advocates LLP

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cat-icon Valley View Office Park, Block A, 6th Floor, Suite No. 25, City Park Drive, Parklands
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Hansen Advocates LLP

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cat-icon Flamingo Towers 4th Floor Wing A Upperhill Nairobi
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F.M. Muteti & Company Advocates

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cat-icon Embassy House, 3rd Floor, Suite 305, Harambee Avenue, Nairobi, Kenya
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WKA ADVOCATES

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cat-icon Valley View Business Park 6th Floor, Suite 35, City Park Drive Parklands, Nairobi, Kenya
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CM Advocates LLP

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cat-icon I&M BANK HOUSE, 7TH FLOOR, 2ND NGONG AVENUE | UPPER HILL, NAIROBI, KENYA
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Oraro & Company Advocates

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cat-icon ACK Garden Annex, 6th Floor, 1st Ngong Avenue
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Finding the Right Law Firm in Nairobi

Nairobi is Kenya’s legal and commercial hub. The city is home to over 300 registered law firms, ranging from sole practitioners in the CBD to large multi-partner firms in Westlands and Upper Hill handling international corporate transactions. Finding the right firm depends on your specific legal need, your budget, and the complexity of your matter.

The Most Common Legal Needs in Nairobi

The legal matters Nairobians most frequently need representation for include divorce and family law disputes, property conveyancing and land transactions, employment and unfair dismissal claims, criminal defense, company registration and corporate law, immigration, and debt recovery. Each of these practice areas requires a different type of specialist.

Divorce and Family Law in Nairobi

Searches for divorce lawyers in Nairobi have grown significantly over the past year, reflecting increased awareness of legal rights in marriage and separation. A family law advocate in Nairobi can help with divorce proceedings, child custody arrangements, maintenance orders, and matrimonial property disputes.

Conveyancing and Property Law

Nairobi’s property market is one of the most active in East Africa. Any purchase, sale, or transfer of land or property in Kenya requires a registered advocate to handle the conveyancing process. This includes title searches, preparation of sale agreements, stamping, and registration at the lands registry.

How to Choose a Law Firm in Nairobi

Look for a firm that specialises in your specific legal matter rather than a general practice. Check whether the firm’s advocates are listed on the Law Society of Kenya register. Read reviews from previous clients. Ask about fees upfront, as billing structures vary widely between hourly rates, fixed fees, and contingency arrangements.

  • Verify the advocate is registered with the Law Society of Kenya
  • Choose a firm that specialises in your specific practice area
  • Ask for a written fee agreement before work begins
  • Check online reviews and client testimonials
  • Confirm the firm has experience with cases similar to yours

Nairobi Legal Directory Stats

Listed firms

47

Practice areas

12

Average rating

4.7 / 5

Verified profiles

31

Featured firms

6

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Areas We Serve in Nairobi

Our Nairobi listings cover firms serving the city and county of Nairobi, from the central business district to the surrounding residential and commercial neighbourhoods. The areas served include:

  • Nairobi Central Business District
  • Upper Hill
  • Westlands
  • Kilimani
  • Kileleshwa
  • Lavington
  • Parklands
  • Ngara
  • Pangani
  • Eastleigh
  • Muthurwa
  • Madaraka Estate
  • Nairobi West
  • South B
  • South C
  • Industrial Area
  • Langata
  • Karen
  • Muthaiga
  • Gigiri
  • Runda
  • Buruburu
  • Donholm
  • Roysambu

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know before hiring a law firm in Nairobi.

In Kenya, the two terms refer to the same person. A lawyer who has been admitted to the Roll of Advocates is formally called an advocate, while lawyer is the everyday term. To practise, an advocate must hold a law degree, have completed the Advocates Training Programme at the Kenya School of Law, been admitted to the Roll of Advocates, and hold a valid practising certificate for the current year.
Legal fees in Nairobi depend on the type of matter and how it is charged. Many services are governed by the Advocates Remuneration Order, which sets minimum fees for work such as conveyancing and company formation, calculated for property matters as a percentage of the value involved. It is an offence for an advocate to charge below the prescribed minimum without good reason. Other work, such as litigation, family matters, and advisory work, is commonly billed by a fixed fee or an hourly rate that varies with the complexity of the matter and the seniority of the advocate. Always ask for a written fee agreement before instructing any firm.
Some law firms in Nairobi offer a free initial consultation, particularly for personal injury, employment, and family law matters. Legal aid is available through the National Legal Aid Service for those who cannot afford private representation. The Law Society of Kenya also runs periodic pro bono clinics.
You can verify whether someone is a registered advocate using the Law Society of Kenya's advocates search portal, which you can reach by searching "LSK advocates." Enter the advocate's full name and search. If they are registered, the portal returns their photo, the firm they are associated with, their practising year, their address, and their practising status. If no record appears, treat that as a serious warning. A valid practising certificate runs from 1 January to 31 December each year, so confirm the certificate is current. Do not instruct anyone claiming to be a lawyer without first confirming their status this way.
Yes. The law in Kenya requires that property transactions involving a transfer of title be handled by a registered advocate. You cannot legally process the transfer of land or property without an advocate conducting the conveyancing. This applies to purchases, sales, gifting of property, and subdivision of land.
An uncontested divorce in Kenya, where both parties agree on all terms, typically takes between three and six months from filing to decree absolute. A contested divorce involving disputes over property, custody, or maintenance can take significantly longer, often one to three years, depending on court scheduling and the complexity of the issues. These are general estimates and your own timeline will depend on your circumstances and the court's workload.

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