Litigation and Dispute Resolution Lawyers in Kenya

At JMK Advocates LLP, our Litigation and Dispute Resolution Department is built to provide robust, innovative, and results-driven legal representation for both individuals and corporate clients across Kenya. Our team of litigation lawyers in Kenya brings unmatched expertise, research depth, and courtroom confidence—offering tailored strategies for every legal challenge.

We represent clients across all levels of the Kenyan judicial system—from the Supreme Court to Small Claims Court—as well as before specialized tribunals, arbitration panels, and mediation forums. Whether your matter requires aggressive court advocacy or a strategic out-of-court settlement, we are here to support you.

Our Core Litigation & Dispute Resolution Services:

  • Commercial Litigation (contract disputes, debt recovery, partnership dissolution, shareholder disputes)

  • Land and Property Disputes

  • Employment and Labour Disputes

  • Family Law Litigation (divorce, custody, succession)

  • Tax Appeals and Judicial Reviews

  • Intellectual Property Disputes

  • Constitutional Petitions and Public Interest Litigation

  • Election Disputes and Criminal Defence

We also specialize in Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) processes including arbitration, mediation, and conciliation, providing cost-effective and time-efficient pathways to resolve disputes.

Notable Representations:

  • Successfully led a class-action constitutional petition in the Environment and Land Court against a fraudulent land acquisition on gazetted public land.

  • Defended a client in a Ksh. 50 million adverse possession land dispute before the Environment and Land Court.

  • Secured victories for clients in Judicial Review applications, including one that overturned the Land Registrar’s refusal to register a transfer.

  • Represented multiple clients in divorce and child custody matters, achieving amicable settlements and avoiding drawn-out trials.

  • Advocated for tenants facing illegal eviction threats before the Business Premises Rent Tribunal (BPRT).

  • Represented clients at the Rent Restriction Tribunal (RRT) and successfully appealed jurisdictional errors before the Superior Courts.

Why Choose JMK for Litigation and Dispute Resolution?

  • Experienced litigation advocates with appearances across all Kenyan courts

  • Deep knowledge of Kenyan law, court procedures, and emerging jurisprudence

  • Proven success in complex, high-value, and public interest cases

  • Strong capacity in arbitration and mediation in Kenya

  • Trusted by individuals, SMEs, NGOs, and large corporations

Need Experienced Litigation Lawyers in Nairobi or Kenya?

Whether you are facing a legal dispute in court or looking for alternative dispute resolution services, JMK Advocates LLP is ready to guide and represent you. Contact us today to speak with a litigation expert.

Contact Our Dispute Resolution Team