Family Law
The Marriage Act (Kenya)
The Marriage Act, 2014 (Cap. 150) is a Kenyan statute enacted to amend and consolidate various laws relating to marri...
Insights & Articles
Legal knowledge and updates to keep you informed.
Conveyancing & Real Estate
Key Capital Gains Tax (CGT) Exemptions in Kenya — Property & Related Transfers
A comprehensive guide to Capital Gains Tax exemptions in Kenya covering family trusts, spousal transfers, estate admi...
Conveyancing & Real Estate
Green Building and Tax Efficiency in Kenyan Real Estate
Kenya does not yet have a standalone green building tax credit, but investors can already achieve material tax effici...
Corporate & Business Law
The Diageo-Asahi EABL Deal: A Regulatory Stress Test for Kenya's Capital Markets
The proposed sale by Diageo of its 65% stake in EABL to Asahi Group, valued at approximately KES 303.5 billion, is a ...
Conveyancing & Real Estate
Why You Should Use a Trust When Buying Property for Your Parents
If you buy property for your parents, transferring it directly to their name may expose it to sibling disputes, preda...
Litigation
Does a Case Die When a Party Dies? Understanding Substitution in Kenyan Law
In law, a case does not automatically end because a party has died. What happens depends on the nature of the case an...
Litigation
Courts Draw the Line: Auctions Based on Settled Debts Must Stop
For years, some banks have proceeded with auctions long after loans were fully settled. A landmark ruling now makes c...
Litigation
Building a Constitutional Petition Against Ex Parte Repossession Orders in Kenya
Ex parte repossession orders — granted routinely, enforced by police, and initiated by auctioneers — raise seriou...
Diaspora Services
How to Enforce a Kenyan Court Judgment in the United States
When a judgment debtor has fled to the United States with no attachable assets in Kenya, your only viable option is t...
Diaspora Services
Young Men Are Drowning: A Reflection on Society's Responsibility
Too many young men are drowning with no place to hold, no guidance, and no space to pause and recalibrate. Prison and...
Litigation
Witness Preparation: The Art of Testifying Under Cross-Examination
Cross-examination can be the most nerve-wracking part of any court case. This guide offers practical, ethical guidanc...
Family Law
Parental Responsibility Agreements in Kenya: What You Need to Know
A Parental Responsibility Agreement is a legally recognised document under Kenya's Children Act. It allows unmarried ...