At Asewe Atieno Advocates LLP, we work with corporations, SMEs, public bodies, NGOs and individuals across Kenya and the wider African continent. We combine strong courtroom and regulatory experience with a practical understanding of business, government, trade and technology. Whether you need a long-term legal partner on retainer or targeted advice on a specific matter, we structure our engagement around your objectives, timelines and risk profile.
Who We Work With
Corporations & SMEs
Local and regional businesses, multinationals, start-ups and scale-ups operating in sectors such as financial services, technology, manufacturing, real estate, healthcare, media and entertainment.
NGOs, Development & Civil Society Organisations
International and local NGOs, foundations, development partners and social enterprises.
Public Bodies & State Agencies
National and county government entities, regulators, state corporations, public funds and commissions.
Individuals & Families
Professionals, entrepreneurs and families seeking advice on criminal defence, employment, immigration, family succession, property, tax and constitutional or public law issues.
How We Can Work Together
Long- and Short-Term Retainers for Corporations & Institutions We offer customised retainer arrangements for corporations, SMEs, public bodies and NGOs, structured as long-term or project-based (short-term) relationships.
Typical retainer support may include:
Corporate, Trade & Strategy.
1. African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) advisory and implementation 2. Business development support from a legal and regulatory perspective 3. Joint ventures, mergers & acquisitions, franchising and distribution structures 4. Company secretarial services and corporate governance
Finance, Markets & Transactions.
1. Banking & finance transactions
2. Capital markets and securities compliance
3. Private equity and investment structures
4. Real estate and property management transactions
Regulation, Compliance & Government.
1. Competition & antitrust compliance and investigations 2. Government relations and regulatory engagement 3. Constitutional & public law review of policies and administrative action 4. Political parties and elections advisory
Workplace, Tax & Operations.
1. Employment and labour relations
2. Tax planning, disputes and compliance
3. Manufacturing, health care business law and sector-specific regulation
Technology, IP & Media.
1. Computer technology, data and digital business models
2. Intellectual property strategy and protection
3. Media & entertainment law, including content and talent agreements
Retainer clients benefit from priority access, predictable fees and an in-depth understanding of their operations over time.
Matter-by-Matter Instructions
Where a retainer is not required, we accept specific instructions on a case, transaction or project basis, including:
Disputes & Risk Management
Litigation in all appropriate courts and tribunals
Arbitration and mediation (domestic and cross-border)
Criminal defence in investigations and prosecutions
Personal & Family Matters
Family succession and estate planning
Property acquisitions and management structures
Immigration law (work permits, residence, compliance)
We work with you to scope the matter, agree on the structure of fees and keep you informed at every stage.
If you are an individual seeking legal advice or representation, we are available to discuss, among others: 1. Criminal defence 2. Employment disputes or advisory 3. Family succession and estate planning 4. Real estate and property matters 5. Tax questions or disputes 6. Immigration and citizenship issues 7. Constitutional & public law concerns affecting your rights
