Jane Makena Kirimi

Ms. Makena is the founder and Managing Partner of JMK Partners Advocates LLP. With a distinguished career in law, Ms. Makena has established herself as a formidable presence in the legal field. Before founding JMK Partners, she served as the managing partner at Sichangi Partners Advocates, a leading law firm in Kenya and Africa. In this role, she gained invaluable experience in both management and legal practice, heading and leading various departments at different times.

Ms. Makena's career also includes a tenure as a senior associate with MMC AFRICA LAW (MMC ASAFO), a top-tier law firm with global recognition. Her diverse legal expertise encompasses multiple areas, including:

• Legal Audit and Compliance: Ensuring that organizations adhere to legal standards and regulations through comprehensive legal audits and compliance strategies.
• Banking, Finance & FinTech Practice: Providing legal support and advisory services in banking, finance, and the rapidly evolving FinTech sector.
• Real Estate and Property Law: Handling complex real estate transactions, property law matters, and development projects.
• Intellectual Property Law: Protecting and commercializing intellectual property assets through strategic legal advice and representation.
• Mergers and Acquisitions: Guiding businesses through mergers, acquisitions, and corporate reorganizations with expert legal counsel.
• Infrastructure and Public-Private Partnerships: Advising on infrastructure projects and public-private partnership agreements to foster development and investment.
• Energy, Oil, Gas & Extractive Industries: Offering legal services in the energy sector, including oil, gas, and extractive industries, ensuring compliance and strategic planning.
• Legislative Drafting and Policy Formulation: Assisting in the drafting of legislation and the formulation of policies to support legal and regulatory frameworks.

Ms. Makena's extensive experience and multifaceted legal expertise have positioned her as a leading figure in the legal community. Her dedication to excellence and her innovative approach to legal challenges continue to drive the success and growth of JMK Partners Advocates LLP.