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Founded in 2014, KNK Advocates LLP is a prominent law firm based in Nairobi, Kenya, known for providing professional legal services of the highest calibre. With our deep understanding of both the African business environment and the legal systems that govern it, we are uniquely positioned to advise clients on a broad spectrum of legal matters.

As a dynamic and diverse law firm, we differentiate ourselves through our commitment to offering tailored legal solutions that meet each client’s specific needs. Whether you are navigating complex corporate law issues, resolving disputes, or seeking expert advice in employment law, we approach every case with a modern, innovative approach focused on delivering results-driven solutions.

At KNK Advocates LLP, we value the individuality and unique circumstances of every client. Our team works tirelessly to safeguard what is most important to you, ensuring the best possible outcomes. We pride ourselves on providing sound legal advice, backed by deep legal knowledge and a client-first approach. 

At KNK Advocates LLP we say, We know the law, we love the law.

About KNK Advocates LLP

Founded in 2014

2 Offices

10 people in their team


Practice areas
Business
Banking & Finance
Intellectual Property
Corporate & Commercial
Energy, Environment & ESG
Real Estate
Family
Employment & Labor
Lawsuits & Disputes
Private Client

Languages spoken
Swahili
English

Social media

Practice areas

Business

Commercial and Corporate Law

Having wide and extensive experience acting for both corporate and other clients engaged in other sectors of business, the Corporate and Business Law Division deals with the incorporation of companies, drafting and perusal of commercial contracts and agreements, the drafting and perusal of banking securities that involve companies such as debentures, mergers and acquisitions, loan agreements among others.

The firm also gives legal advice to enable clients comply with all the requirements of law to make their business operational.

Employer
International
Legal Document
New Business Formation
Office Solutions
Tax
FDA Law

Banking & Finance

Investment
Tax Increment Financing
Financial Services Regulation
Funds & Asset Management
Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
Sustainable Finance
Equity Capital Markets
Debt Capital Markets
Acquisition / Leveraged Finance
Structured Finance
Project Finance

Intellectual Property

Intellectual Property Law

Protection and enforcement of intellectual property rights are essential elements to any business portfolio.

The firm has the Intellectual Property Division which advises clients on various aspects of their Trademarks, Copyrights, Patents, Industrial Designs and all other aspects of all that includes Intellectual Property. KNK assists business and individuals in identifying, selecting, obtaining, and developing intellectual property rights. We can assist in obtaining trademark and copyright registrations as well as provide transactional services to protect valuable IP assets. We also regularly counsel clients on other transactional issues such as IP valuation for business transfers, purchases and sales, assignments, and other due diligence matters. Our goal at KNK is to allow our clients to make informed decisions about their intellectual property assets and to maximize the value of their IP portfolios.

Clients are often unaware of that IP rights require regular maintenance and policing to ensure their validity and strength. As part of our full-service mentality, KNK evaluates clients’ intellectual property assets to make sure those property rights remain strong.

Copyright
Patent
Trademark
Art & Cultural Property Law

Corporate & Commercial

Business Registration
Contract
Due Diligence
Franchising
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
Government Relations & Lobbying
International Trade Law
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
Administrative
Aviation
Sanctions & Export Controls
Private Equity
Corporate Governance

Energy, Environment & ESG

Oil, Gas & Energy
Natural Resources
Mining Law
ESG Advisory & Compliance
Renewable & Alternative Energy
Water Law
Climate Change Law
Energy Regulatory Law

Real Estate

Conveyancing and Property Law

Under this department the firm advises clients on various aspects of purchase of real properties and the securitization of the property for loans and mortgages.

We draft documents and deal with all other matters relating to property transactions including but not limited to the transfers, mortgages, charges, surrendering leasing, registration, searches and all other aspects of properties both urban and agricultural.

Brokerage
Commercial Real Estate
Foreclosure
Housing, Construction & Development
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Real Estate Due Diligence
Conveyancing

Family

Family Law

Our family law division seeks to help our clients reach fair and equitable resolutions through their issues whether it be divorce, child visitation or anything in between.

We understand that all of these family law issues have both an emotional consequences as well as financial ramifications for our clients and we seek to minimize these consequences as best as we can for our clients. Whether your matter requires a gentle hand to guide you through an amicable proceeding or someone to lead a battle through tough litigation, the firm has the experience and compassion to handle in the way that our client may desire and direct.

We are skilled at analyzing complicated financial situations, including complex property division, real estate property, business interests and retirement plans.

Adoption
Annulment
Child Abuse
Child Custody
Child Support
Child Visitation
Divorce & Separation
Domestic Violence
Father's Rights
Marriage

Employment & Labor

Employment & Labour Law

Representing business owners and management in defense of wage and hour disputes and workplace litigation.
The firm has a unique boutique employment law practice to counsel, strategize, and handle litigation for the employer on the full spectrum of employment issues.

The firm aggressively advocates for our employment law clients in the complex and sensitive area of employment law through sound, practical and understandable pre-litigation advice, counseling, trial work and representation before all work-related administrative agencies.

Toward that end, the firm provides experienced, dedicated, and effective representation in the defense of, among other things, claims of employment discrimination, sexual harassment, racial harassment, sex or gender discrimination, racial or national origin discrimination, age discrimination, religious discrimination, retaliation in the workplace, pregnancy discrimination, disability and perceived disability discrimination, failure to accommodate a disability, medical or family leaves, retaliation or discrimination due to workplace injury or filing a workers’ compensation claim, severance agreements and employment contracts, wrongful termination, class actions, whistle blower claims, and overtime, break and other wage and hour violations.

Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Pension
Retirement
Sexual Harassment
Social Security
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation

Lawsuits & Disputes

Dispute Resolution & Litigation

Our team of lawyers has been involved in successfully advising clients ranging from corporates to government agencies on risk and conflict management. Over time, the firm has gained specialty knowledge in employment disputes, commercial and contract disputes, fraud, intellectual property disputes, employment disputes, pensions disputes, public law litigations, real estate litigation and planning disputes as well as restructuring and insolvency proceedings. Many of our clients operate in sectors frequently targeted by class action suits and group litigation which we are well equipped to handle.

ADR Mediation & Arbitration
Appeal
Class Action
General Litigation
Ethics and Professional Responsibility
Antitrust Litigation
Restructuring & Insolvency
Commercial Litigation

Private Client

Estate Planning
Trusts
Will & Testament
Elder Abuse Law
Inheritance Law
Elder Law

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