EYASE, KANYUIRA
& MOCHA
ADVOCATES LLP
Effective, Efficient,
Customized For You.
A premier Kenyan law firm anchored on the principles of personalized service, integrity, and efficiency delivering tangible legal results since 2018.
Who We Are
About Our Firm
A Different Kind of Law Firm,
Built for Results
Eyase, Kanyuira & Mocha Advocates LLP was founded with a forthright vision: to provide legal representation that delivers tangible results in a profession often characterized by ambiguity. Established in 2018, the Firm has established good standing in the legal community and is anchored on the principles of personalized service, integrity and efficiency.
Our team comprises young and vibrant, highly qualified, competent and result-driven legal professionals, with training in dynamic approaches to solving clients' issues. Our firm operates with a streamlined approach that prioritizes direct communication over red tape, guaranteeing each client receives the highest level of personalized attention.
Our Vision
To be a world class renowned firm for our legal services to people, partnerships and society.
Our Mission
To offer legal services to people, partnerships, and society with professionalism, efficiency, and with utmost dedication and ethical standards.
Our Core Values
Integrity, honesty, hard work and efficiency embodied in all our undertakings while handling our clients' matters to deliver quality, personalized services.
What We Do
Practice Areas
Our multidisciplinary teams provide sophisticated legal counsel across a comprehensive range of practice areas, always tailored to your specific needs.
Commercial & Corporate Law
Complex transactions, governance, and compliance across all corporate matters.
- ✓Mergers and acquisitions
- ✓Capital markets & corporate governance
- ✓Banking, securities & finance
- ✓Legal compliance advisory
- ✓Legal audit
- ✓Structured joint ventures for startups
- ✓Insurance & intellectual property
AI & Technology Law
Cutting-edge legal counsel for AI, data and emerging technology landscapes.
- ✓Structured licensing & data access agreements
- ✓Joint development agreements
- ✓IP infringement defense
- ✓Compliance frameworks for autonomous systems
- ✓Regulatory advisory opinions
Debt Recovery & Financial Restructuring
Strategic debt recovery that protects value and preserves relationships.
- ✓Structured settlement arrangements
- ✓Review of lending documentation
- ✓Alternative dispute resolution frameworks
- ✓Debt recovery claims in court
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Tenacious advocacy across all courts and dispute types in Kenya.
- ✓Constitutional & public interest matters
- ✓Environment and land disputes
- ✓Commercial & procurement disputes
- ✓Family law & succession disputes
- ✓Employment & debt recovery matters
Criminal Defense
Robust defense for white-collar crime, regulatory enforcement & statutory violations.
- ✓White-collar crime allegations
- ✓Regulatory enforcement actions
- ✓Statutory violation defense
- ✓Individual basis case evaluation
Arbitration, Mediation & AJS
Expert ADR and Alternative Justice System navigation for lasting resolutions.
- ✓Complex commercial arbitration
- ✓High-stakes mediation
- ✓Alternative Justice System (AJS) processes
- ✓Relationship-preserving dispute resolution
Property & Construction Law
End-to-end property and construction services from transactions to disputes.
- ✓Land conveyancing
- ✓Preparation & review of security documents
- ✓Development joint ventures
- ✓Construction contract negotiations
- ✓Construction defect litigation
Tax Planning & Compliance
Strategic tax counsel that goes beyond compliance to protect your wealth.
- ✓Minimizing tax obligations legally
- ✓Tax-efficient compensation design
- ✓Succession & wealth planning
- ✓KRA dispute defense
- ✓Complex audit support
Privacy & Data Protection
Comprehensive data governance for Kenya's Data Protection Act compliance.
- ✓Compliance program design
- ✓Data breach response protocols
- ✓Cross-border data transfer structuring
- ✓Government investigation defense
- ✓Consumer privacy claim resolution
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Our Difference
Why Clients Choose
EKM Advocates LLP
Our approach is built on direct partner engagement, measurable results, and a team that treats your legal challenge as their own. Here is what sets us apart.
Results-Focused
Our singular focus is on measurable outcomes. We evaluate success by the tangible results we deliver, not hours billed.
Direct Communication
We operate with a streamlined approach that prioritizes direct communication over red tape you speak directly to partners.
Young & Dynamic
Our team comprises young, vibrant and highly qualified legal professionals with training in dynamic approaches to solving issues.
Proven Excellence
Over six years of good standing in the legal community, with a track record of achieving favourable outcomes in high-stakes matters.
Personalized Service
Each client receives the highest level of personalized attention from our partners no one-size-fits-all solutions.
Efficiency First
Efficiency is a core value, not a tagline. We manage timelines rigorously so your matters progress without unnecessary delays.
The People Behind Your Case
Our Legal Team
Young, vibrant, highly qualified, and result-driven legal professionals with dynamic approaches to solving client issues.
Partners
"Dedicated to excellence in every matter we handle."
Vivienne M. Eyase
Managing Partner
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
Ms. Eyase is a legal practitioner with interest, investments and experience in litigation, governance, leadership, human rights, justice democratic processes, and community development. She is co-founder and Managing Partner at EKM Advocates LLP, leading the Litigation and Dispute Resolution Department.
Rufus N. Kanyuira
Partner
Commercial, Property & Labour Law
Mr. Kanyuira is co-founder and a partner at EKM Advocates LLP, bringing a reservoir of experience, skill and acumen in litigation, real estate and property law, employment and labour law, insurance law, capital markets and corporate governance.
George O. Mocha
Partner
Civil, Criminal & Advisory
Mr. Mocha brings over eight years of distinguished legal practice to EKM Advocates LLP as a seasoned Advocate of the High Court of Kenya. His comprehensive expertise spans complex civil and criminal litigation across all court levels, from Magistrates' Courts to the Court of Appeal.
Associates
Samantha Mugo
Senior Associate
Ms. Mugo has accumulated wealth of experience through previous engagement at Simba & Simba Advocates, Kamotho Njomo Advocates, Sanergy Limited (inhouse counsel), and as a legal Researcher at the Judiciary of Kenya.
Nyce Wanjiru
Senior Associate
Ms. Wanjiru brings vast knowledge and experience in the insurance industry, corporate governance, company secretarial and data protection. She previously served at Simba & Simba Advocates and as inhouse counsel at Tausi Assurance Company Limited.
Ivy Kimathi
Associate
Ms. Kimathi is an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with experience and specialization in civil litigation, family and succession law, conveyancing and land law, human rights and constitutional law, judicial review, and public interest litigation.
Support Team
Nancy Achieng
Paralegal
Ms. Achieng supports the firm across diverse areas including litigation, conveyancing, employment and labour law, intellectual property, debt recovery, and criminal law. Her expertise is grounded in previous experience from the judiciary, where she served as a Court Assistant.
Lynn M. Mvuria
Legal Assistant
Ms. Mvuria is a motivated law graduate known for her hands-on experience in legal research and case management. She combines traditional legal research expertise with advanced technology skills, and her research memoranda provide the foundation for many of the firm's most successful legal strategies.
Knowledge & Insights
Publications
Thought leadership, legal commentary, and practical guides from our team of expert advocates.
Understanding Public Interest Litigation in Kenya: Trends and Developments
An in-depth analysis of the evolving landscape of public interest litigation in Kenyan courts, examining landmark decisions and their implications for civil society.
Data Protection Compliance for Businesses in Kenya: A Practical Guide
A comprehensive guide for organisations navigating the Data Protection Act, 2019, covering obligations, rights of data subjects, and enforcement mechanisms.
Employment Relations in the Gig Economy: Legal Challenges and Opportunities
This paper examines the classification of gig workers under Kenyan labour law, the rights and protections available, and the gaps that remain to be addressed by legislation.
Real Estate Due Diligence in Kenya: What Every Buyer Must Know
A practical overview of the due diligence process in Kenyan real estate transactions, covering title searches, land use restrictions, encumbrances, and risk mitigation strategies.
Commercial Arbitration in East Africa: Emerging Practice and Reform
An exploration of the growth of commercial arbitration as a preferred dispute resolution mechanism across East Africa, with a focus on institutional frameworks and judicial support.
Corporate Governance and Board Accountability Under Kenyan Law
This article critically reviews the legal duties of company directors and board members, highlighting recent regulatory developments and best practices for sound governance.
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Contact Us
Initial consultations are available and typically involve at least one firm partner. We evaluate potential engagements based on the legal issues presented and alignment between our capabilities and your objectives.
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We partner with businesses and individuals facing consequential legal challenges requiring sophisticated representation.
Office Address
Kedong House, Ground Floor, Suite 001 P.O. Box 5019-00100, G.P.O Nairobi, Kenya
Office line
0202100014
0772917044
info@ekmadvocatesllp.co.ke
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