The dispute resolution practice Kaplan & Stratton Advocates is noted by clients for boasting ‘scale and variety of experience’ and is engaged in a broad spectrum of commercial dispute mandates, including security realisation, class actions, shareholder disputes, breach of contract, and regulatory compliance, among others. Fred Ojiambo heads the department, and is a leading practitioner of criminal and civil cases in Kenya, as well as commercial litigation and arbitration. Peter Gachuhi brings over 35 years of experience in the construction, insurance, and property sectors, while Nazima Malik and Esther Kinyenje are considered authorities in tax and industrial relations, respectively. Cosima Wetende and James Muthui are often retained for employment and intellectual property disputes, while Peter Njeru assists in international arbitrations. Elizabeth Onyango and Victor Kahura are also key members of the group.
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‘The firm has the ability of putting the right team in place to handle matters, in terms of scale and variety of experience, expertise, client issue appreciation and availability. This ensure fast and quality responses that keep clients assured of great service delivery.’
‘Nazima Malik and Esther Kinyenje are readily available to discuss issues that arise and can articulate even complex issues simply for ease of understanding of a variety of the clients. They also have good knowledge and reputation as well as networks in the industry.’
‘Quality of work is exemplary. Turnaround time is also excellent. The team is professional and have good client care skills.’
‘I have worked closely with Esther Kinyenje who represents us in litigation matters. Her service delivery is exceptional.'
'Esther Kinyenje has great practical judgment skills and is keen on offering business solutions to legal problems which makes her unique legal advisor who understands the business needs and strives to support the business achieve those needs in a legally compliant manner and promptly.’
‘We have been working with Kaplan & Stratton for many years and they have always remained as a reliable partner.'
'They understand our business needs and also are proactive in understanding new emerging issues related to our space i.e. agriculture (new technologies, biotech, pesticides etc).’
‘I particularly enjoy working with Esther Kinyenje, who is solid in her advice to our organization. I appreciate the level of expertise and fresh perspectives that she brings to the table. She makes herself available whenever we need her. I value that she stands for integrity, due diligence, and is agile in her approach. ’
Kernmandanten
- Eastern Produce Kenya Ltd
- Instalaciones Inabensa S.A
- Absa Bank Limited
- Total Energies Limited
- Rift Valley Highway Limited
- Rubis Energy Kenya
- Unilever Kenya Limited
- AON Minet Kenya Limited
- Coca-Cola Central East and West Africa Limited
- British American Tobacco Kenya PLC
Highlight-Mandate
- Represented the estate administrators of the late G. K. Kirima in a significant legal case involving a valuable estate worth over £35bn.
- Represented a multinational engaged in and offering in retirement, investment, life and insurance solutions in a dispute that arose regarding breach of the Loan Agreement and the dispute was referred to arbitration.
- Represented Kenya Ports Authority in a case following their employees demands for an increase in remuneration; they were not satisfied with what was proposed and were therefore demanding damages.
Anwält*innen
Führende Partner*innen
Die stärksten Partner*innen ihres Praxisbereichs, die eine führende Rolle in signifikanten Mandaten einnehmen und weitreichende Anerkennung unter Wettbewerbern und Mandanten genießen.
Praxisleitung
Dr. Fred Ojiambo
Weitere Kernanwält*innen
Peter Gachuhi; Nazima Malik; Esther Kinyenje; Cosima Wetende; James Muthui; Peter Njeru; Elizabeth Onyango; Victor Kahura