Precision Legal Counsel for the Businesses Shaping East Africa's Future

We help growth-stage companies, multinationals and investors navigate Kenya and the wider East African market with clarity and confidence.

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20+Years of Practice

500+Matters Handled

20+Practice Areas

6Industry Sectors

Legal Services & Advisory in Kenya

OLM Law Advocates LLP is a full-service law firm in Nairobi, Kenya. We advise individuals, corporations, financial institutions, and government bodies on complex legal matters across East Africa. Our practice spans 20+ disciplines, from dispute resolution and corporate law to capital markets and data protection.

We act for local and international clients requiring precise, practical counsel. Our lawyers bring deep knowledge of Kenyan law alongside experience in cross-border transactions and multi-jurisdictional disputes. Every instruction receives the focused attention and commercial rigour our clients expect.

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Why Choose Us

Our Approach

East Africa Regulatory Fluency

We operate at the intersection of Kenyan, East African Community, and international legal frameworks. Our lawyers advise on multi-jurisdictional matters with the local knowledge that external counsel cannot replicate.
24-Hour Response Guarantee

Every client instruction receives a substantive response within 24 hours. We provide clear, upfront cost estimates with no hidden fees — keeping you informed and in control throughout.
Cross-Border Transaction Capability

We act on major corporate transactions, infrastructure financings, and cross-border deals across East and Central Africa. Our team delivers on complex, time-sensitive mandates with precision and commercial judgement.
Full-Service Depth

From dispute resolution and M&A to immigration, IP, and data protection, a single OLM engagement gives clients access to 20+ practice disciplines — without the overhead of instructing multiple firms.

Practice Areas

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01Dispute Resolution & ADRLitigation, arbitration and alternative dispute resolution including mediation and negotiated settlement.→02Corporate & CommercialAdvising on corporate transactions, commercial agreements, governance and regulatory compliance.→03Banking & FinanceAdvising lenders, borrowers and arrangers on loan facilities, security structures and regulatory requirements.→04TaxTax advisory, compliance and dispute resolution across direct and indirect taxes for corporates and individuals.→05Mergers & AcquisitionsEnd-to-end M&A advisory from due diligence and deal structuring to completion and post-acquisition integration.→06Competition & AntitrustAdvising on merger control, anti-competitive conduct and compliance before the Competition Authority of Kenya.→07Capital MarketsAdvising issuers, underwriters and investors on equity and debt capital markets transactions and listings.→08Insolvency, Restructuring & TurnaroundAdvising creditors, debtors and insolvency practitioners on restructuring, liquidation and business rescue.→09Employment & LabourEmployment advisory, dispute resolution and compliance for employers and senior executives.→10Real Estate & PropertyTransactional real estate, development, finance and regulatory advice across commercial and residential property.→11ImmigrationWork permits, visas and immigration compliance for businesses and individuals operating in Kenya.→12Intellectual PropertyProtection, licensing and enforcement of trademarks, patents, copyright and related IP rights.→13Data Protection & PrivacyCompliance advisory and dispute resolution under the Data Protection Act and related regulations.→14Mining, Energy & InfrastructureTransactional and regulatory advice across extractives, energy projects and infrastructure development.→15Projects & PPPAdvising on project finance, concessions and public-private partnership structures for major infrastructure.→16Private Clients, Wealth & FamilyEstate planning, succession, trust structuring and family office advisory for high-net-worth individuals.→17Maritime & ShippingShip registration, charterparty disputes, cargo claims and maritime regulatory compliance.→18AviationAircraft finance, leasing, regulatory and transactional advice for airlines, lessors and financiers.→19Business RegistrationCompany incorporation, registration and compliance for domestic and foreign entities operating in Kenya.→20Company SecretarialCorporate governance, statutory compliance and company secretarial services for listed and private companies.→

Our Team of Experts

SELECTED EXPERIENCE

Featured Matters

A selection of complex mandates reflecting the breadth and depth of our practice.

CORPORATE & M&A

Cross-Border Acquisition Advisory

Advised a multinational client on a complex cross-border acquisition involving multiple jurisdictions across East Africa, navigating regulatory approvals and transaction structuring.

FINANCIAL SERVICES

REAL ESTATE

Large-Scale Infrastructure Development

Provided comprehensive legal support for a major infrastructure development project, advising on land acquisition, environmental compliance and project financing arrangements.

INFRASTRUCTURE

DISPUTE RESOLUTION

Commercial Arbitration Proceedings

Represented a leading corporate entity in high-value commercial arbitration proceedings, achieving a structured settlement through skilled negotiation and legal strategy.

ENERGY

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KNOWLEDGE & INSIGHTS

Latest Publications

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Thought leadership, legal updates and sector intelligence from our practice teams.

LEGAL UPDATE

Navigating the New Public Procurement Regulations in Kenya

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.

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