Practical & Personalised
OLM Law is a full-service firm in Nairobi providing practical, tailored legal solutions across diverse areas. Our hands-on approach ensures focused, effective support so you can concentrate on your business.
Mwalimu Towers, Off Mara Road, Nairobi
Nairobi-based. East Africa-focused. Internationally fluent.
OLM Law Advocates LLP is a full-service law firm in Kenya, delivering legal services tailored to diverse clients. Our clientele includes individuals, dynamic corporations, esteemed financial institutions, governmental, and non-governmental organizations, each with unique legal needs. Whether you are a local business or an international investor, our legal team is well-equipped to navigate the complexities of Kenyan law and cross-border legal matters. With experience in advising international clients, we specialise in providing comprehensive guidance that meets the specific requirements of our varied client base.
Why Choose Us
OLM Law is a full-service firm in Nairobi providing practical, tailored legal solutions across diverse areas. Our hands-on approach ensures focused, effective support so you can concentrate on your business.
We offer agile, personalised legal services in corporate law, litigation, real estate, IP, and more. Every case receives meticulous attention, with a commitment to excellence and client satisfaction.
Our firm handles major transactions, due diligence, and cross-border matters with efficiency and precision. We thrive under pressure and consistently deliver top-tier results locally and internationally.
We guarantee a response within 24 hours and provide clear, upfront legal cost estimates. With no hidden fees, our transparent approach keeps you informed and in control throughout the process.
Litigation, arbitration and alternative dispute resolution including mediation and negotiated settlement.
Advising on corporate transactions, commercial agreements, governance and regulatory compliance.
Advising lenders, borrowers and arrangers on loan facilities, security structures and regulatory requirements.
Tax advisory, compliance and dispute resolution across direct and indirect taxes for corporates and individuals.
End-to-end M&A advisory from due diligence and deal structuring to completion and post-acquisition integration.
Advising on merger control, anti-competitive conduct and regulatory compliance before the Competition Authority of Kenya.
Securities offerings, listings, bonds and structured finance transactions on the Nairobi Securities Exchange.
Formal insolvency proceedings, creditor workouts, debt restructuring and business rescue advisory.
Advisory, disputes and compliance across all aspects of employment law.
Transactions, development, financing and disputes across residential, commercial and mixed-use property.
Work permits, residence permits, citizenship applications and immigration compliance.
Trade marks, patents, copyright, designs, licensing and IP enforcement across Kenya and the region.
Compliance advisory, data protection impact assessments and enforcement proceedings under the Kenya Data Protection Act.
Project development, regulatory advisory and transactions across the energy, mining and infrastructure sectors.
Advisory on public-private partnerships, concessions and project finance structures for infrastructure development.
Estate planning, trusts, succession, family business governance and wealth structuring.
Ship finance, port operations, cargo claims, marine insurance and admiralty proceedings.
Aircraft finance, leasing, regulatory compliance and aviation dispute resolution.
Company incorporation, NGO registration, partnerships and all entity formation services.
Board governance, statutory filings, annual returns and secretarial compliance services.
SELECTED EXPERIENCE
A selection of complex mandates reflecting the breadth and depth of our practice.
Advised a multinational client on a complex cross-border acquisition involving multiple jurisdictions across East Africa, including regulatory approvals and deal structuring.
Provided comprehensive legal support for a major infrastructure development project, advising on land acquisition, regulatory compliance and project financing.
Represented a leading corporate entity in high-value commercial arbitration proceedings, achieving a favourable award on complex contract and damages issues.
Advised the lender syndicate on a multi-tranche loan facility for a major energy project, including security documentation and regulatory compliance under Kenyan banking law.
Advised a leading fintech on full compliance with Kenya's Data Protection Act 2019, including data protection impact assessments, privacy policies and staff training.
Advised a multinational on a large-scale workforce restructuring in Kenya, managing redundancy processes, trade union negotiations and Employment and Labour Relations Court proceedings.
KNOWLEDGE & INSIGHTS
Thought leadership, legal updates and sector intelligence from our practice teams.
An overview of the key changes introduced by the Public Procurement and Asset Disposal (Amendment) Regulations and what they mean for businesses operating in Kenya.
Understanding obligations under the Kenya Data Protection Act and best practices for organisations handling personal data.
Key considerations for employers navigating redundancies, transfers of undertakings and restructuring under Kenyan employment law.
Our legal team is ready to assist you with personalised legal services.