Commercial Law, Intellectual

Property and Data Protection

At the core of our practice is a commitment to delivering innovative, practical, and forward-looking legal solutions. Below is a snapshot of our recent work across key practice areas:

Commodities & Derivatives
We acted for a leading tea factory in structuring an innovative commodities derivative agreement for the sale of purple tea in Canada. The agreement included a custom-designed foreign exchange clause to hedge against currency fluctuations, safeguarding the client from financial exposure. Additionally, we introduced a groundbreaking force majeure clause that accounted for the harmful effects of climate change—offering enhanced protection against climate-related disruptions.

Charity & Non-Profit Law
We advised a global digital literacy organization on establishing operations in Kenya, including guidance on charity governance, the ideal business structure, board charter drafting, director nominations, work permits, tax, and employment law matters. In a similar vein, we assisted a global conservation entity with compliance under Kenyan grant funding laws. Our support included establishing appropriate governance structures and drafting funding agreements tailored to local regulatory frameworks.

Funding & Compliance Advisory
A Belgium-based global organization sought our expertise to expand into Kenya. We advised on the regulatory environment, conducted a compliance review of its financing documents, and ensured alignment with local laws related to angel and grant funding. Our input supported their smooth market entry and legal risk mitigation.

Corporate Law & Joint Ventures
We represented an investor in the formation of a joint venture company. Our role included conducting comprehensive legal due diligence, overseeing company valuation, and drafting key documents such as share transfer and shareholder agreements—ensuring a secure and compliant partnership structure.

Intellectual Property & Commercialization
Our firm acted for an innovator developing nine geospatial information systems with applications in public security, tax collection, and transport. We provided strategic counsel on the protection and commercialization of their intellectual property, enabling long-term value creation and regulatory compliance.

International Arbitration
In collaboration with Fladgate LLP, we advised on legal issues in an international arbitration under the International Criminal Court (ICC) framework. The matter involved a Cameroonian seat of arbitration and a key witness who was a foreign resident in Kenya, presenting complex cross-border legal challenges that we navigated with precision.

Corporate Governance & Data Protection
We regularly advise clients on corporate governance best practices and data protection compliance. Our support ranges from policy development and board advisory to privacy audits and data handling frameworks aligned with evolving legal standards.