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Easily set up, manage and advance your interests in Kenya.

Kang'ari Advocates LLP provides a complete suite of premier legal services — corporate, commercial, tax, regulatory and advisory — so you can do business seamlessly in Kenya with the benefit of big-firm expertise, without the big-firm overhead.

Why choose us

If you want to do business in Kenya, you need an expert partner.

We know how to navigate the complexities and challenges of the local regulatory environment, so your Kenya and East Africa journey is compliant and seamless.

Local knowledge

Our specialist team has grassroots knowledge and an acute understanding of the market-specific intricacies and nuances that make Kenyan law work in practice.

Hands-on attention

Every client is treated with the same level of importance and receives personalised, hands-on attention from our partners — not just associates.

Speed & flexibility

We make swift and effective decisions on your behalf, cutting through bureaucracy and guiding you forward with clear, practical advice.

Lasting commitment

We are in it for the long run. We take a real interest in our clients' success and remain a trusted partner long after the first matter closes.

Global standards. Kenyan expertise.

Kenya's premier legal services partner.

Five commitments that define how Kang'ari Advocates LLP serves its clients.

1

Heritage & standards

Accounting, consulting and counsel delivered to international benchmarks of quality, ethics and disclosure.

2

Long-term experience

Seasoned advocates who understand the Kenyan legal landscape and the nuance of long-running commercial matters.

3

Relationship with authorities

Strong working relationships with regulators, registries and government bodies to move your matter forward.

4

Deep expertise

Significant experience across a broad range of industries and transaction types — and current on the latest developments.

5

Tailored solutions

We listen first. Every brief is unique, and we provide tailored counsel sized to the client, the sector and the stakes.

Positioning

From Kenya, for Kenya — and beyond.

Kang'ari Advocates LLP is a Kenya-focused legal practice with an on-the-ground presence in one of East Africa's most dynamic markets. By staying on top of regulatory changes, we help our clients manage local legal, governmental and administrative issues quickly and with a minimum of fuss.

Our in-country advocates bring a deep understanding of local realities and global perspectives, and we are committed to supporting the growth and success of our clients — and the region.

We care about each client and make sure they know it through our services. — The Kang'ari promise
10+ Service Lines
47 Counties Served
360° Client Focus
Services

Legal services for every part of your journey.

Whether you are preparing to already operate in Kenya, we will guide you at every stage of the business life cycle with our full range of legal and advisory services.

Getting started

Market entry

Consultancy

  • Market research & sector mapping
  • Partner & supplier searches
  • Regulatory landscape assessment
  • Feasibility studies & legal risk review
  • Business development support
  • Quality control assurance

Company registration

  • Wholly Foreign-Owned Enterprises (WFOE)
  • Joint ventures & branch company set-up
  • Representative office registration

Employment solutions (PEO / EoR)

  • Onboarding without local entity
  • Payroll, tax and statutory compliance
  • Contracting & immigration support
Staying compliant

Compliance

Corporate governance

  • Custodial services
  • Company secretarial services
  • Special licences
  • Board & committee resolutions

Accounting & reporting advisory

  • Bookkeeping oversight
  • Financial reporting review
  • Invoicing & banking advice

Tax advisory

  • Tax compliance & filings
  • Tax planning & structuring
  • KRA objections & appeals
Assurance

Audit & assurance

  • Statutory audit support
  • Internal audit liaison
  • Valuation advisory
  • Internal control review
  • IFRS, SEC & FRS compliance guidance

HR outsourcing

  • Payroll outsourcing liaison
  • HR administration
  • Employment solutions (PEO / EoR)
  • Visas & work permits
  • Warehousing services coordination
Streamlining operations

Advisory

Corporate advisory

  • Business consulting
  • Tax planning & transfer pricing
  • M&A support
  • Financial due diligence
  • Corporate restructuring
Work & meet

Office space

  • Virtual offices
  • Meeting rooms
  • Shared workspace
  • Coworking facilities

Litigation & dispute resolution

  • Civil & commercial litigation
  • Debt recovery & enforcement
  • Arbitration & mediation
  • Judicial review & constitutional petitions
Personal & family

Family & succession

  • Wills, trusts & estate planning
  • Probate & letters of administration
  • Matrimonial & divorce proceedings
  • Children's matters & custody
  • Conveyancing & real estate
  • Charges, discharges & transfers
Monthly service packages

Four key modules for ongoing compliance and control.

Every business faces the challenge of staying compliant while also keeping the books clean, the payroll on time and the licences in good order. For companies operating across multiple jurisdictions, the layers of oversight only multiply.

Our ongoing service package is built around four modules that run on a monthly cadence — giving you a single, accountable team for the recurring work so you can focus on building the business.

Accounting & tax compliance

Preparing accounting reports (in English) as per Kenya GAAP and client requirements, including invoicing, tax and monthly, quarterly and annual basis filings.

HR & payroll

Calculating monthly salary, taxes, benefits and contributions of social insurance and pension fund — reporting as per regulatory requirements.

Banking & treasury

Controlling your bank accounts, and processing payments timely and safely, reviewing disbursements, managing relations with your banks and their managers.

Custodial management

Storing safely your valuable business licences, company stamps and original contracts, strictly controlling their use as per your requirements.

Speak to our experts

Ready when you are.

An initial consultation helps us understand your situation and scope the right way forward. We welcome your enquiry — in confidence and without obligation.