
Business Law & Regulatory Compliance Experts in Kenya | Adroit Law LLP
Your Strategic Legal Partner for Business Growth in Kenya and East Africa
Adroit Law LLP is a Nairobi and Mombasa-based boutique law firm trusted by corporate pioneers, fast-growing enterprises, and high-net-worth individuals across Kenya and beyond. Our mission? To simplify complex legal and regulatory frameworks so your business can thrive with confidence.
Business-Focused Legal Services
We specialize in helping businesses—from startups to multinationals—navigate legal risk and unlock growth opportunities. Whether you’re establishing a new company, scaling operations, managing transactions, or entering cross-border markets, we provide sharp legal insights and practical solutions tailored to your commercial goals.
Our core offerings include:
- Corporate & Commercial Law: Company formation, shareholder agreements, intellectual property, employment law, and cross-border transactions.
- Finance & Investment: ESG-linked financing, fintech regulation, and legal due diligence.
- Regulatory Compliance: Competition law, licensing, AML, data protection, and government advisory.
- Real Estate & Construction: Property acquisitions, land use, joint ventures, and project development compliance.
- Debt Recovery & Enforcement: Strategic, cost-effective solutions for outstanding debt collection.
- Family Law (for business leaders and private clients): Succession planning, matrimonial property, and guardianship.
Regional Expertise
With a presence in both Kenya and Somalia, and a portfolio that includes advising government agencies, development banks, and global investors, we offer unrivalled regional insight. From fintech firms and logistics companies to real estate developers and financial institutions, we deliver forward-thinking legal support grounded in real-world experience.
Why Clients Choose Us
- Over 40 years of combined legal and policy expertise
- A hands-on, partner-led approach to every client matter
- Business-minded, efficient, and fully aligned with your goals
- Competitive rates with top-tier delivery
- Trusted by governments, DFIs, and international corporations
Let’s Move Your Business Forward
Whether expanding into East Africa or needing ongoing legal counsel, Adroit Law is here to ensure every move you make is legally sound and strategically smart.
About Adroit Law LLP
Founded in 2021
7 people in their team
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5 / 5
07/03/2025
Simon:
Overall Adroit Law has expertly assisted myself and my family with immigration, corporate, and real ...
5 / 5
19/08/2024
The session was informative, and I enjoyed and appreciated it. I'll be more than happy to take part ...
Practice areas
Family
Compassionate Legal Support for Family Matters with Long-Term Impact
While our core focus is corporate law, Adroit Law LLP offers select family law services tailored for business professionals and private clients who value discretion, clarity, and compassionate representation. We help clients navigate sensitive legal issues while protecting personal and financial interests.
Our services include:
- Divorce, separation, and annulment proceedings
- Child custody, visitation rights, and guardianship
- Division of matrimonial and business-related property
- Wills, succession planning, and inheritance law
- Legal support for local and international adoption
Understanding the emotional and financial weight of family matters, our lawyers offer tailored solutions with empathy and professionalism. We aim for peaceful resolutions but are fully prepared for litigation when necessary.
Business
Your Legal Partner for Building, Scaling, and Securing Business Ventures
At the heart of Adroit Law’s services is our corporate and commercial law practice, crafted for companies navigating Kenya’s evolving regulatory and economic landscape. From incorporation to complex commercial transactions, we provide clear, business-first legal counsel that supports your operations, protects your interests, and positions you for growth.
Our services include:
- Business formation and structuring
- Drafting and reviewing shareholder agreements and commercial contracts
- Mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures
- Regulatory compliance for fintech and ESG-linked finance
- Legal risk management and due diligence
- Employment contracts and corporate governance
- Immigration and work permit support for foreign investors
With Nairobi positioned as East Africa’s business hub, we ensure your company operates confidently within local laws while staying competitive globally. Our commercial lawyers help clients across sectors, including tech, finance, logistics, and energy, make smart legal decisions that support sustainable growth.
Stay Compliant. Stay Competitive. Legal Advisory for Regulated Businesses.
As Kenya’s business environment becomes more regulated, navigating licensing, compliance, and policy shifts is vital. Adroit Law LLP’s regulatory law team helps clients understand and meet their legal obligations—locally and regionally—while pursuing their business goals.
Our regulatory law services include:
- Licensing and registration of regulated entities
- Data protection compliance (per Kenya’s Data Protection Act)
- Competition law advisory and antitrust representation
- Anti-money laundering (AML) policies and risk assessment
- Legal audits and compliance reviews
- Liaison with regulators and securing permits/clearances
Our team brings a deep background in legal policy and government advisory, giving us the insight to help you stay ahead of evolving regulations in finance, tech, logistics, and beyond.
Real Estate
Smart Legal Support for Real Estate Deals and Construction Projects Across Kenya
Adroit Law LLP delivers strategic legal solutions for developers, investors, and commercial property owners in Kenya’s vibrant construction and real estate sector. Whether you’re managing high-value residential developments or planning commercial property transactions, our lawyers ensure every step complies with Kenyan property law, construction regulations, and modern investment standards.
Our services include:
- Property acquisition and land due diligence
- Real estate joint ventures and investment structuring
- Drafting and reviewing leases and construction contracts
- Legal support for smart infrastructure and ESG-compliant projects
- Navigating title transfers, registrations, and zoning regulations
We also keep clients ahead of trends, such as green buildings and urban expansion, helping you future-proof your investment. Whether it’s a commercial build in Nairobi or a residential project in Mombasa, we provide a reliable legal foundation for your success.
Bankruptcy & Debt
Efficient and Legal Debt Recovery Solutions for Businesses
Cash flow is critical, and outstanding debts can strain operations. At Adroit Law LLP, we help businesses recover unpaid dues using cost-effective, lawful, and strategic approaches. Whether the matter requires negotiations, formal demand letters, or court proceedings, our goal is to safeguard your interests while maintaining professionalism and legal compliance.
Our services include:
- Pre-litigation demand and recovery efforts
- Court representation for debt disputes
- Enforcement of judgments and recovery of assets
- Legal advisory on compliance during recovery
- Negotiation and restructuring of debts
We work with corporates, SMEs, and lenders across sectors to create tailored recovery strategies that maximize returns and reduce legal exposure.
Our Partners and Associates

Trade, Policy & Investment Law Expert | Strategic Advisor for Complex Regulatory Matters
With nearly two decades of experience across legal advisory, government policy, and international trade, Sheila brings unmatched depth to Adroit Law’s regulatory and commercial practice. Corporate clients facing legal uncertainty around compliance, licensing, or policy shifts rely on her strategic thinking and deep understanding of both public and private sector dynamics.
Sheila’s background as a policy analyst and her qualifications in Trade and Investment Law, Capital Markets, and PPP frameworks make her especially effective for clients operating in highly regulated industries or across borders. Her work on climate and energy regulations also offers unique insight for businesses pursuing ESG compliance.
For clients navigating policy-heavy sectors or expansion into new markets, Sheila is the ideal legal partner to ensure clarity, compliance, and long-term strategic alignment.

Banking & Finance Specialist | Securing High-Value Transactions with Precision
Carolyne brings over 17 years of specialized experience in Kenya’s banking and financial services sector. Having held senior legal roles at two major banks, she knows the intricacies of finance law from the inside out, making her a trusted advisor for clients involved in secured lending, investment structuring, and financial risk mitigation.
Her expertise covers:
- Securities and asset-backed transactions
- Legal structuring of financial deals
- End-to-end processing and enforcement of securities
- Advisory on lending backed by land, shares, IP, and insurance proceeds
For corporate clients, lenders, and investors, Carolyne ensures every transaction is airtight, compliant, and enforceable, minimizing risk and maximizing value.

Corporate Advisory & Regulatory Support | Empowering Businesses Through Legal Clarity
Miriam provides essential support across corporate and regulatory matters, ensuring businesses remain compliant while focusing on growth. With certifications in aviation leadership, internet governance, and pensions law, she’s particularly valuable to clients in tech, transport, and financial sectors.
Her cross-disciplinary knowledge allows her to:
- Assist with business structuring and compliance
- Support data privacy, governance, and cybersecurity policies
- Coordinate with regulators on licensing and legal clearances
For growing businesses that need responsive, detail-oriented legal support, Miriam offers the precision and follow-through that ensures nothing falls through the cracks.
Review summary
5.0
6 Reviews
5 / 5
07/03/2025
Simon:
Overall Adroit Law has expertly assisted myself and my family with immigration, corporate, and real estate law matters over the past two years. All of Adroit's lawyers and associates are very professional, extremely well informed, savvy about the inner workings of administrative proceedings, and highly responsive and personable. Finally, their quotations and rates are competitive, fair, and provide best value for money depending on the situation (e.g. package pricing for fixed or standard procedures like visa processing, vs. hourly rates for more on-demand matters such as reviewing draft lease agreements). In so doing, Adroit's team have served as enormous support for our family in getting settled in Kenya as well as taking away much of the anxiety that comes with establishing oneself in a new and unfamiliar legal environment. I wholeheartedly recommend Adroit's services to anyone looking for expert legal support in Kenya. Detailed review: 1. Real Estate and Conveyancing Navigating property investment purchase as a foreigner seemed daunting, but Adroit Law handled everything seamlessly. Their due diligence verified the property’s ownership and compliance, and their agreement review protected me from potential risks. I highly recommend them to foreign buyers in Kenya. They also reviewed my tenancy agreement helping me extricate myself out of potentially difficult tenancy arrangement and their review has enabled me to negotiate better terms and have more confidence in my property dealings as an expatriate in Kenya. 2. Immigration Service Adroit Law’s immigration services were recommended to me by a friend and they helped settle my family and I in Kenyan throughout all application processes. They are knowledgeable about immigration regulations which saved us a lot of hassle. 3. Corporate and Commercial Service I highly recommend Adroit Law Firm to any foreign investor or entrepreneur looking to establish a business in Kenya. Their expertise and dedication are truly commendable and they went the extra mile to see that our goals were accomplished.
5 / 5
19/08/2024
The session was informative, and I enjoyed and appreciated it. I'll be more than happy to take part in similar events.
5 / 5
19/08/2024
I attended one of Adroit Laws' monthly information sessions on Succession Planning, which I love. My Favourite session is always the Q&A, as the speaker is always well-informed and answers all questions with a vast Knowledge of the audience's needs.
5 / 5
19/08/2024
This event session significantly increased my understanding of succession planning and provided practical implementation steps. I highly recommend Adroit Law's information sessions to anyone looking to navigate succession planning with confidence and clarity.
5 / 5
19/08/2024
Adroit’s info session events testify to Adroit Law's commitment to educating and empowering its clients. I highly recommend attending these sessions to anyone seeking legal knowledge and insights
5 / 5
19/08/2024
I attended a session focused on divorce and child custody, and it was eye-opening. The team provided clear, detailed explanations and answered all our questions with patience and expertise.
Legal guides
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- Navigating the Complexities of Mining Licenses and Permits in Kenya: A Look into Artisanal and Large-Scale Operations (14/08/2024)
- Navigating Public Benefit Organizations in Kenya (13/08/2024)
- Guardianship in Kenya (13/08/2024)
- Adoption in Kenya (13/08/2024)