Njaga & Co. Advocates LLP is a premier law firm based in Nairobi, Kenya, delivering world-class legal services to local and international clients. Our expertise spans Corporate and Commercial Law, Banking and Finance, Immigration Law, Business Formation, Family Law, Labour & Employment Law, Intellectual Property Law, Real Estate, Dispute resolutions, and Taxation.
We combine in-depth knowledge of the Kenyan legal system with a global outlook, enabling us to offer innovative, cost-effective solutions with agility and expertise. At Njaga & Co. Advocates, client success and satisfaction are our primary focus. We provide innovative, cost-effective and world-class solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs while upholding the highest standards of integrity and professionalism.
The registration of births of Kenyan citizens occurring outside Kenya is a crucial legal process that ensures a child born abroad is formally recognized as a Kenyan citizen by birth.
In Kenya, many unsuspecting buyers lose millions of shillings by purchasing land or houses registered in the name of a deceased person before succession is properly undertaken.
Kenya’s legal framework for non-profit entities changed significantly with the commencement of the Public Benefits Organizations Act, 2013 (“PBO Act”) on 14 May 2024 through Legal Notice No. 78 of 2024.
A trademark in Kenya is any distinctive sign capable of distinguishing the goods or services of one undertaking from those of another.
Our reputation lies in our ability to offer clients the necessary legal guidance and unwavering support as they navigate the intricate legal landscape of business and corporate transactions.
We specialize in various aspects, such as loan agreements, the meticulous drafting and perfection of security documents, and effective management of financial liabilities.
We excel in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Commercial Litigation, Constitutional Litigation, Civil Litigation, Real Estate Litigation, and various other fields.
With our specialized expertise, we offer comprehensive legal assistance and advice to both employers and employees, covering a wide spectrum of labor and employment issues.
Our foundation rests upon recognizing the immense significance of Technology and Intellectual Property (IP) rights in today’s world, alongside the corresponding rights to Data Protection.
Our specialization lies in providing exceptional legal assistance to foreigners who aspire to acquire Kenyan residency and work permits, facilitating their seamless settlement in Kenya.
As leading experts in the field, we are dedicated to offering our clients the necessary legal guidance and unwavering support to navigate the intricate and emotionally charged landscape of family law.
We deeply value the immense contribution of legal research and consultancy in mitigating risks and empowering clients to make sound and well-informed decisions, be it in their personal or business endeavours.
We are deeply committed to addressing the pressing challenges of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) compliance and the existential threat of climate change.
EXCELLENTTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had an excellent experience with Njaga & Co Advocates LLP while registering copyright protection for my creative works in Kenya. The process was handled quickly and professionally.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I needed to register my brand trademark in Kenya through the Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI). Njaga & Co. Advocates LLP handled the trademark search, classification advice under the Nice Classification system, filing, and prosecution of my trademark application. They communicated with KIPI throughout the examination process and secured registration efficiently. Their intellectual property practice is clearly well-established and highly competent. Any business serious about brand protection in Kenya should engage this firm.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I acquired a brand and needed to record the trademark assignment with KIPI to reflect the change in ownership on the trademark register. Njaga & Co. Advocates handled the trademark recordal under the Trademarks Act, Cap. 506, efficiently, preparing the recordal application, deed of assignment, and all supporting documents. The recordal was completed and the register updated promptly. Their trademark law knowledge is excellent, and their service is professional throughout.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I had created an original software product and wanted to protect it through copyright registration with the Kenya Copyright Board (KECOBO). Njaga & Co. Advocates LLP advised me on the scope of copyright protection available under the Copyright Act, the registration process, and the evidential value of registration. They handled the application and secured my certificate of registration efficiently. Their intellectual property counsel is knowledgeable and pragmatic they told me exactly what I needed to know and did what was required.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. A competitor had a registered trademark that was causing confusion with my brand in Kenya. Njaga and Co advocates LLP filed expungement proceedings at KIPI seeking removal of the conflicting mark on grounds of non-use and wrongful registration. They researched the applicable provisions of the trademarks Act and built a compelling case with the supporting evidence. The proceedings were successful, and the offending trademark was expunged from the register. Their IP litigation and KIPI proceedings experience is formidable.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I highly recommend Njaga & Co Advocates LLP for succession and probate matters in Kenya. They guided us through the entire succession process efficiently and ensured our late father’s estate was handled properly and lawfully.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Going through a separation with children involved was one of the hardest experiences of my life. Njaga & Co. Advocates handled my child custody and maintenance matter with a rare combination of legal expertise and genuine compassion. They advised on the best interests of the child standard under the Children Act, 2022, negotiated a comprehensive parenting plan, and obtained a consent order from the Family Court that reflected a fair outcome for my children. Their family law team is outstanding.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our company needed to register with the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner (ODPC) as a data processor and data controller under the Data Protection Act. Njaga & Co. Advocates handled the entire ODPC registration process, advising on our obligations as a registered entity, the data processing principles, and the privacy policy requirements. They filed our registration application and followed up through to the issuance of the certificate. Their data protection law expertise is impressive and very relevant for businesses operating in Kenya today.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Following the full commencement of the Data Protection Act, 2019, and the associated regulations, I engaged Njaga & Co. Advocates LLP to conduct a data protection audit and assist with ODPC registration as a data collector. They reviewed our data collection practices, updated our privacy notices and consent mechanisms, and registered with the ODPC. The compliance framework they put in place is robust and has given us confidence in our data handling processes. Excellent data protection lawyers in Nairobi.Posted onTrustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I needed to transfer a property title following the death of my father as part of the succession process. Njaga & Co. Advocates handled the assent and subsequent title transfer, including filing the stamp duty assessment with the Kenya Revenue Authority and registration at the Land Registry. They coordinated the probate and conveyancing aspects seamlessly, which saved me a great deal of time and stress. Their expertise in both succession law and conveyancing makes them uniquely capable of handling this type of matter.
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