Corporate Law Services
Strategic legal counsel for businesses at every stage. From startup to expansion, we protect and grow your enterprise.
Business Challenges We Solve
Running a business in Kenya requires navigating complex legal and regulatory requirements. We make it simple.
Registration Confusion
"How do I register my business correctly from the start?"
Compliance Uncertainty
"What compliance obligations does my company have?"
Partnership Structures
"How do I structure a partnership or joint venture?"
Foreign Investment
"What do I need to set up as a foreign investor?"
Contract Protection
"How do I protect my business interests in contracts?"
Our Solution
Expert corporate lawyers who simplify complex business law. From company formation to M&A, we handle the legal complexity so you can focus on growing your business.
- Name reservation in 24 hours
- Full incorporation in 7-14 days
- Ongoing compliance management
- Regulatory liaison services
Company Registration
Launch your business with confidence. We handle all aspects of company incorporation in Kenya, from name reservation to final registration.
What's Included:
- Name search and reservation
- Memorandum & Articles of Association
- Director & shareholder documentation
- Certificate of Incorporation
- KRA PIN registration
- Company seal & statutory books
Corporate Legal Services
Comprehensive support for local and international businesses.
Regulatory Compliance
Stay compliant with Kenyan business laws. We handle annual returns, statutory filings, board resolutions, and regulatory submissions to keep your business in good standing.
- Annual return filings
- Statutory compliance audits
- Board meeting documentation
- Regulatory submissions
Company Secretarial
Professional company secretary services to ensure proper corporate governance. We manage board meetings, maintain statutory registers, and handle all corporate documentation.
- Board meeting coordination
- Minutes and resolutions
- Statutory register maintenance
- Corporate governance advisory
Commercial Contracts
Protect your business interests with well-drafted contracts. We draft, review, and negotiate all types of business agreements to ensure your interests are protected.
- Supply & distribution agreements
- Partnership & joint venture deals
- Licensing & franchise contracts
- Vendor & service agreements
Mergers & Acquisitions
Full M&A support from due diligence to deal completion. We guide you through complex transactions, ensuring regulatory compliance and protecting your interests throughout.
- Due diligence investigations
- Deal structuring & negotiation
- Regulatory approvals
- Post-merger integration
Tax Dispute Resolution
Navigate KRA disputes with confidence. We represent businesses in tax audits, objections, and appeals before the Tax Appeals Tribunal, helping reduce penalties and resolve assessments efficiently.
- KRA audit defense
- Tax objections & appeals
- Penalty reduction
- Transfer pricing disputes
Contract Management
Protect your business interests with expertly drafted and managed contracts. We handle drafting, review, negotiation, and enforcement across the full contract lifecycle.
- Contract drafting & review
- Negotiation support
- Framework agreements
- Breach & remedies
Sustainability Contracts
Navigate ESG compliance and green economy opportunities. We structure carbon credit contracts, sustainability reporting frameworks, and environmental compliance for forward-thinking businesses.
- Carbon credit agreements
- ESG compliance frameworks
- Environmental assessments
- Green bond structuring
Restructuring Strategies
Strategic guidance for companies facing financial challenges. We advise on schemes of arrangement, corporate rescue, turnaround plans, and distressed asset acquisitions.
- Scheme of arrangement
- Business turnaround plans
- Corporate rescue
- Distressed M&A
International Corporate Services
Expert guidance for foreign companies entering Kenya and cross-border transactions.
Foreign Company Registration
Branch offices, subsidiaries, and representative offices for foreign companies.
Joint Ventures
Structure and document JV arrangements between local and international partners.
Investment Structuring
Optimize your investment structure for tax efficiency and regulatory compliance.
Regulatory Liaison
Navigate Kenya's regulatory landscape with licensing, permits, and government engagement.
"Mwangi Kiai LLP handled our company registration and ongoing compliance flawlessly. Their team understood our unique needs as a tech startup and provided practical legal solutions that helped us scale confidently."
How We Work Together
A structured approach to delivering results for your business.
Discovery Meeting
We understand your business, goals, and legal needs through an in-depth consultation.
Strategic Assessment
Our team analyzes requirements, identifies risks, and develops a tailored legal strategy.
Implementation
We execute the plan—registrations, filings, negotiations, and documentation.
Ongoing Support
Continue with compliance management, advisory services, and legal counsel as needed.
Common Questions
Typically 7-14 business days from submission of complete documents. Name reservation takes 24-48 hours, and the actual registration process takes about 5-10 days depending on the Registrar's workload.
Kenya has no minimum share capital requirement for private limited companies. You can start with as little as KES 100. However, we recommend a reasonable amount based on your business needs and potential investor expectations.
Yes, foreigners can own 100% of most Kenyan companies. However, certain sectors like telecommunications, insurance, and security services have local ownership requirements. We'll advise based on your specific industry.
Companies must file annual returns with the Registrar, maintain statutory books, hold annual general meetings, and file tax returns with KRA. We offer ongoing compliance packages to handle all these requirements for you.
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