Legal Audit & Regulatory Compliance Services in Kenya

At JMK Advocates LLP, we are a trusted energy law firm in Kenya with deep expertise in supporting local and international clients across the energy, oil and gas, renewable energy, and extractive sectors. Our lawyers have extensive experience in structuring, negotiating, and advising on complex energy and infrastructure transactions in line with Kenya’s regulatory and environmental framework.


Our Energy, Oil & Gas Legal Services Include:

Project Structuring & Transaction Advisory

We assist clients in drafting and negotiating a wide range of energy-related contracts and legal instruments, including:

  • Power Purchase Agreements (PPAs)

  • Joint Venture Agreements

  • Fixed Term Electricity Agreements

  • Utility Services Agreements

  • Concession Agreements

  • Easement and Right-of-Way Agreements

  • Community Development Agreements

Our lawyers are well-versed in cross-sector energy transactions involving public-private partnerships, infrastructure concessions, and multi-party stakeholder engagements.


Licensing & Regulatory Approvals

As experienced oil and gas lawyers in Kenya, we help clients navigate the regulatory environment and secure:

  • Energy and petroleum sector licenses

  • Approvals from the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA), Ministry of Energy, NEMA, and related agencies

  • Environmental impact assessments and land rights validations


Renewable Energy Legal Advisory

We advise developers and investors on renewable energy projects involving:

  • Solar, wind, hydro, tidal, geothermal, and biomass energy

  • Grid interconnection and transmission agreements

  • Regulatory compliance with energy, environmental, and land-use laws

  • Site acquisition and stakeholder engagement processes


Financing of Energy Projects

Our team supports clients in securing and structuring:

  • Debt financing, project finance & private equity

  • Corporate and commodity financing solutions

  • Contract review, security documentation, and lender negotiations


Why Choose JMK for Energy & Extractive Industry Legal Support?

✔ Recognized experience across Kenya’s energy and infrastructure sectors
✔ Hands-on guidance on licensing, compliance, and community engagement
✔ Trusted by local and international developers and investors
✔ Cross-disciplinary support from our corporate, land, and tax teams


Ready to develop your next energy project in Kenya?

Work with a leading energy and natural resources law firm that understands Kenya’s evolving regulatory and environmental landscape.

Talk to our Energy & Infrastructure Team