Your Business, Legally Structured for Success
At OKOTH OMBACHE & ASSOCIATES ADVOCATES, we help businesses navigate the legal complexities of formation, governance, and transactions. From startups to established enterprises, our commercial lawyers deliver clarity, compliance, and confidence in every deal.
Incorporate Your Company TodayOur Corporate & Commercial Legal Services
Our corporate practice supports entrepreneurs, SMEs, and multinational corporations throughout the business lifecycle — from formation to expansion and eventual restructuring.
Core Practice Areas:
Business Incorporation & Structuring
Private limited companies, partnerships, and joint ventures
Contracts & Commercial Agreements
Drafting, negotiation, and review of supplier, franchise, service, and employment contracts
Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A)
Legal due diligence, asset transfer, share purchase, and regulatory filings
Corporate Governance & Compliance
Advising boards, secretarial support, and compliance with the Companies Act, 2015
Investment & Joint Ventures
Structuring foreign direct investments and local partnerships
Regulatory Licensing
Sector-specific approvals from bodies like CMA, CBK, and CAK
Intellectual Property & Trade Marks
Registration and protection of business names, patents, and trade secrets
The Kenyan Business Landscape
Kenya's corporate environment operates under the Companies Act, 2015, harmonized with international governance standards. The Business Registration Service (BRS) and eCitizen platform now facilitate company registration, directorship changes, and annual filings.
Our team ensures your entity meets all compliance standards, from shareholder agreements to annual returns and KRA PIN registration.
Typical Business Setup Workflow
Consultation & Name Search
Verify company name and structure.
Drafting of Incorporation Documents
Memorandum, Articles of Association, and shareholding details.
Registration via eCitizen/BRS
Digital filing with KRA and issuance of a Certificate of Incorporation.
Post-Registration Compliance
Open corporate bank accounts, file beneficial ownership details, and register for taxes.
Contracts & Transactions
We draft and negotiate watertight contracts that safeguard your business relationships and reduce future disputes. Our contracts are:
Common contracts include:
Corporate Governance
We guide boards and management teams on best practices for compliance and accountability, including:
- Board composition and director duties
- Annual general meetings (AGMs)
- Conflict-of-interest management
- Corporate restructuring and share transfers
Strong governance builds trust with regulators, investors, and clients alike.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Restructuring
Whether buying, selling, or merging, we provide end-to-end transaction support. Our lawyers conduct thorough due diligence, prepare transaction documents, and liaise with regulators like the Competition Authority of Kenya (CAK) and Capital Markets Authority (CMA).
We ensure every deal complies with antitrust laws, employment transfers, and asset registration requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What is the process of registering a company in Kenya?
Submit name reservation, complete incorporation forms on eCitizen, and receive a Certificate of Incorporation upon approval.
Q2: What's the difference between a partnership and a limited company?
A partnership lacks limited liability, while a company shields shareholders from personal liability.
Q3: How can foreign investors set up in Kenya?
Through local subsidiaries, branch offices, or joint ventures. We assist with licensing and compliance under the Investment Promotion Act.
Q4: What are annual compliance obligations?
Filing annual returns, holding AGMs, maintaining statutory registers, and updating beneficial ownership records.
Q5: Can you draft international business contracts?
Yes — we prepare cross-border contracts governed by Kenyan law or international conventions.
Build a Legally Sound Business Foundation
Let us guide your company from incorporation to global expansion — securely, strategically, and compliantly.
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