Legal expertise shaped around practical client needs.

The firm handles a broad range of real property matters including sales, subdivisions, leases, transfers, mortgages, charges, cautions, caveats, easements, change of user, licences, powers of attorney and the rectification of title.

HMK Advocates advises clients on the acquisition, development, financing, sale and leasing of real estate and assists with due diligence, transaction documentation, statutory consents, land rent, rates and changes in land law and procedure.

The firm's research practice combines legal, business, strategic management and corporate governance perspectives in developing practical solutions for clients.

The team tracks legislative and regulatory developments, undertakes in-depth legal analysis, supports client training and also provides legislative drafting, advocacy and assistance with public participation where required.

HMK Advocates advises on business structures, investment vehicles, branches, subsidiaries, representative offices and other forms of business organisation.

The firm also assists with government approvals, permits, licences and registrations; prepares, negotiates and reviews commercial contracts; and provides legal opinions on regulatory matters affecting corporate and commercial transactions.

HMK Advocates supports businesses and companies with corporate secretarial and related legal requirements as part of its corporate and commercial practice.

This includes assistance with business and company incorporation, necessary approvals, permits and documentation, and legal support for corporate and commercial transactions.

Legal and governance audits help organisations anticipate legal, regulatory and compliance risks and take proactive measures before problems arise.

HMK Advocates assists clients in identifying applicable legal and regulatory requirements, reviewing contracts and organisational processes, addressing areas of non-compliance and strengthening governance standards.

HMK Advocates advises clients on the protection of intellectual property rights, including trademarks, industrial designs, patents and copyright.

The firm also advises on and drafts intellectual property and information technology contracts, and handles related disputes including counterfeiting, passing off, infringement, social media defamation and online media matters.

HMK Advocates handles both litigation and alternative dispute resolution, with experience before courts and tribunals in Kenya.

The firm advises and represents clients in arbitration, mediation, commercial and civil litigation, insolvency and regulatory disputes, and also provides early neutral evaluation.

HMK Advocates advises on employment contracts, disciplinary processes, redundancy procedures, show-cause letters, suspension and dismissal, and the preparation and review of human resource policies.

The firm also assists clients on immigration matters affecting employees and investors.

The firm's pensions and insurance practice covers retirement benefits, insurance regulation and related commercial and advisory matters.

HMK Advocates advises on funding and investment arrangements in the pensions market, insurance products, retirement products, relationships between insurance agents and insurers, and regulatory requirements affecting the sector.