Managing Partner | Corporate, Finance, Real Estate & Legal Compliance Lawyer in Nairobi

Jane Makena Kirimi is the visionary founder and Managing Partner at JMK Advocates LLP, a leading law firm in Kenya. As a seasoned corporate lawyer based in Nairobi, Jane brings over a decade of multifaceted legal experience spanning banking & finance, real estate law, legal audit & compliance, and intellectual property. She is also a registered patent agent and a trusted legal advisor to high-impact businesses, government agencies, and not-for-profit organizations.

Professional Background

Before founding JMK Advocates LLP, Jane was the Managing Partner at Sichangi Partners Advocates, one of Kenya’s prominent law firms. She also worked as a Senior Associate at MMC ASAFO, a top-tier law firm with global reach. Her leadership at JMK reflects a blend of legal excellence, strategic vision, and client-focused innovation.

Areas of Expertise

• Corporate & Commercial Law: Formation, structuring, and restructuring of companies and foreign entities in Kenya.

• Banking, Finance & Fintech: Structuring syndicated and cross-border financing, loan securities, and legal opinions for financial institutions.

• Real Estate Law: Advising on complex real estate developments, JVs, sale agreements, leases, and land use compliance.

• Legal Audit & Compliance: Certified and trained legal auditor offering regulatory compliance reviews for corporates and NGOs.

• Intellectual Property Law: Registered patent agent handling trademarks, patents, industrial designs, and copyright matters.

• Public Policy & Legislative Drafting: Involved in drafting laws and regulations including county-level health legislation.

• Public-Private Partnerships & Infrastructure Law

Education & Certifications

• Master of Laws (LL.M) in International Financial Law & Regulatory Law – Strathmore University (Ongoing)

• Postgraduate Diploma in Law – Kenya School of Law

• Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) – University of Nairobi

• Certified Public Secretary (CPS-K) – (In Progress)

• Trained in Legal Audit & Compliance

Notable Experience

• Advised major banks and impact investment firms on multi-billion-shilling cross-border syndicated financing deals.

• Structured complex joint venture developments and mixed-use real estate projects across Kenya.

• Led multiple corporate restructures for foreign companies setting up in Kenya.

• Provided policy drafting for county governments and advised on legislation across the energy and health sectors.

• Conducted legal audits for NGOs, private companies, and foreign-owned businesses operating in Kenya.

• Acted as legal counsel in IP filings and registrations for brands expanding across East Africa.

Leadership & Community Involvement

Beyond her legal practice, Jane is a published author and active member of the literary community. She serves on boards of private sector companies, nonprofit organizations, and government institutions, advocating for good governance and ethical leadership in business and public service.

Looking for a trusted corporate, real estate, or compliance lawyer in Kenya?

Contact Jane Makena Kirimi, the Managing Partner at JMK Advocates LLP, for reliable and strategic legal solutions tailored to your business.