Premier Law Firm — Nairobi, Kenya

Nancy Baraza&Company

Advocates & Commissioners for Oaths

A premier full-service law firm grounded in integrity, excellence, and innovation. From constitutional reform to corporate transactions — we deliver tailored legal solutions with precision and purpose.

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1990
Established
35+
Years of Practice
12
Practice Areas
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Who We Are

Firm Background

Nancy Baraza and Company Advocates was established in 1990. It is a premier law firm in Kenya, committed to providing high-quality, client-focused legal services. Founded on the principles of integrity, excellence, and innovation, the firm combines deep legal expertise with practical solutions.

We are distinguished by our personalized approach, ensuring that every client receives tailored legal advice and representation — with a strong emphasis on dispute resolution, governance, corporate law, and human rights.

Vision
To be a leading professional services firm, recognized for ethics, values, and professionalism.
Policy
We execute clients' instructions professionally and timeously — without compromising on discipline, standards, and etiquette.
1990
Year Established
Over three decades of dedicated legal practice in Kenya
35+
Years of Practice
Deep institutional knowledge across all branches of Kenyan law
12
Practice Areas
Full-service legal coverage from litigation to AI governance
3
Expert Consultants
Advocates and professionals across law, policy, and communications
Areas of Legal Practice

Our Practice Areas

Twelve specialist practice areas spanning the full breadth of Kenyan and international law.

01
Employment & Labour Law
Trade union disputes, employment contracts, compliance policies, and workplace litigation.
02
Commercial Law
Business formation, contract drafting, M&A, IP protection, and commercial litigation.
03
Corporate Law
Governance, corporate finance, restructuring, securities compliance, and dispute resolution.
04
Insurance Law
Coverage analysis, claims management, regulatory compliance, and insurance defense.
05
Civil & Criminal Litigation
Personal injury, family law, criminal defense, white-collar crime, and appellate work.
06
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Mediation, arbitration, collaborative law, and international commercial arbitration.
07
Conveyancing & Property
Residential/commercial transfers, title examination, leases, and property development.
08
Family, Probate & Administration
Divorce, child custody, estate planning, probate, and guardianship.
09
Tendering & Procurement
Procurement advisory, bid preparation, contract negotiation, and PPP structures.
10
Bank Securities
Securities offerings, regulatory compliance, trading, investment management, and litigation.
11
Data Privacy & Security
Data protection compliance, cybersecurity policies, breach response, and regulatory advisory.
12
AI Policy & Regulation
Ethical AI frameworks, governance standards, compliance audits, and regulatory advocacy.
Deep Expertise

Legal Services in Detail

Our advocates bring specialist knowledge and practical experience across every major area of Kenyan law.

Employment & Labour Law
  • Employment Contracts — drafting, reviewing, and negotiation
  • Compliance & Policies — aligned with Kenyan labour law
  • Dispute Resolution — wrongful termination, discrimination, wage claims
  • Labour Relations & Collective Bargaining — trade union advisory
  • Litigation before Labour & Employment Court
Commercial & Corporate Law
  • Business Formation & Structuring — corporations, partnerships, LLCs
  • Contract Drafting & Review — sales, licensing, franchise agreements
  • Mergers & Acquisitions — due diligence, negotiations, regulatory compliance
  • Corporate Governance — board structures, securities law, disclosure
  • Intellectual Property — trademarks, copyrights, patents, trade secrets
Litigation & Dispute Resolution
  • Civil & criminal litigation in all Kenyan courts and tribunals
  • Criminal defence — misdemeanours to white-collar felonies
  • Mediation, arbitration (ICC, LCIA, Stockholm), collaborative law
  • DUI/DWI representation and criminal appeals
  • Neutral evaluation, mini-trials and mock trials
Property, Family & Probate
  • Residential & commercial conveyancing — purchases, sales, transfers
  • Title examination, insurance, property development advisory
  • Divorce, child custody, child support, adoption proceedings
  • Estate planning — wills, trusts, powers of attorney
  • Probate administration, will contests, guardianship
Hon. Dr. Nancy
Makokha Baraza
Founding Partner

LL.B · LL.M · Ph.D (Law) — University of Nairobi
Accredited Mediator · Advocate, High Court of Kenya

The Founding Partner

Hon. Dr. Nancy Makokha Baraza

Founding Partner · DCJ (rtd.) · Accredited Mediator
First
Kenya's first female Deputy Chief Justice & Vice President of the Supreme Court
Reform
Vice-Chairperson, Kenya Law Reform Commission · Chair, Media Council Ethics & Complaints Commission
Policy
Chairperson, Presidential Technical Working Group on Gender-Based Violence & Femicide
Academia
Chair, Dept. of Public Law, University of Nairobi School of Law · Co-founder of FIDA–Kenya
Global
Consultant to UN Agencies, World Bank, and the Government of Kenya
Associate Advocate

Yuri Baraza

Associate Advocate · LL.B, University of Nairobi

Yuri Baraza is an advocate (in waiting) with a dual background that is rare in Kenyan legal practice: a law degree from the University of Nairobi complimented by 15 years of professional experience in digital communications, advertising, media and public relations. This combination gives him a distinct vantage point on the intersection of emerging technology, creative industries, and the law, particularly in areas where regulatory frameworks are still evolving.

His areas of practice include litigation and dispute resolution, commercial and corporate law, Data Privacy &Security, and AI Policy &Regulation.

Litigation & Dispute Resolution Corporate Commercial Law Intellectual Property Data Privacy & Security AI Policy & Regulation
Law
LL.B, University of Nairobi (2021) — specialisations in commercial law, civil procedure, and intellectual property
Litigation
Civil litigation, contract disputes, and commercial arbitration — representing clients in the High Court of Kenya and subordinate courts
IP & Tech
Intellectual property protection, copyright advisory, brand licensing, and emerging issues in AI-generated content and ownership
Data Law
Data protection compliance under the Kenya Data Protection Act 2019, privacy audits, and cross-border data transfer advisory
Comms
15 years' prior experience in digital communications, advertising, media strategy, and public relations — advising brands, agencies, and media houses
Yuri
Baraza
Associate Advocate
Qualifications & Admissions
LL.B — University of Nairobi (2021)
Advocate, High Court of Kenya (pending)
Irene
Wafula
Communication & Research Professional

MA Development Communication (Daystar University)
BA Communication & Media Studies (Maseno University)

Communication & Research

Irene Wafula

Communication & Research Professional · Policy Analyst
Policy
Technical Resource Person, Presidential Technical Working Group on Gender-Based Violence including Femicide — providing research, drafting, and policy analysis support
Research
Expertise in qualitative and quantitative research methods, data management, evidence synthesis, and policy-oriented report writing
Govern.
Governance and institutional advisory across public sector, civil society, and development organisations — with focus on accountability and transparency
Dev.
Extensive NGO background spanning public health, agriculture, and development sectors — delivering communications, stakeholder engagement, and M&E frameworks
Comms
Strategic communications, content development, media relations, and public engagement for development programmes and advocacy campaigns
Our People

Individual Profiles

A multidisciplinary team of advocates, scholars, mediators, and policy experts.

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Hon. Dr. Nancy Baraza
Founding Partner
LL.B · LL.M · Ph.D (Law) | DCJ (rtd.) | Accredited Mediator
Kenya's first female Deputy Chief Justice. Chair, Dept. of Public Law, University of Nairobi. Chair, Presidential TWG on GBV & Femicide. Co-founder of FIDA-Kenya. Consultant to UN, World Bank, and Government of Kenya.
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YB
Yuri Baraza
Associate Advocate
LL.B (University of Nairobi, 2021) | Advocate (pending admission)
Advocate specialising in litigation, corporate commercial law, intellectual property, data protection, and AI regulation. Brings 15 years of prior experience in digital communications, advertising, media, and public relations.
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Irene Wafula
Communication & Research Professional
MA Development Communication (Daystar) | BA Comm. & Media (Maseno)
Technical Resource Person, Presidential TWG on GBV including Femicide. Expertise in research, policy analysis, data management, and governance. Extensive NGO background spanning public health, agriculture, and development sectors.
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Specialist Services

Mediation & Consultancy Expertise

Advisory services across legislative reform, governance, gender equality, and international law — for national and global clients.

Tendering & Procurement
Procurement advisory, bid preparation & evaluation, contract negotiation, regulatory compliance, and Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs). We represent clients before the Public Procurement Oversight Authority Board.
PPP Advisory Bid Preparation PPOA Representation
Bank Securities
Securities offerings (IPOs, private placements), regulatory compliance, investment management advisory, securities trading law, and complex securities litigation before Kenyan and international forums.
IPOs Securities Compliance Investment Management
Project Management
Legal project management using structured methodologies — scoping, budgeting, resource allocation, risk management, timeline tracking, and quality assurance. Full transparency in matter management.
Risk Management Legal Operations Budget Control
International Consultancy
Cross-border transactions, international trade & customs, foreign investment advisory, data privacy & cybersecurity, IP protection, and international dispute resolution including negotiation, mediation, and arbitration.
Cross-Border Transactions Data Privacy International ADR
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We are committed to providing personalized, partner-led legal services. Reach out to discuss how we can assist you.

Physical Address
Westpark Towers
Muthithi Road, Westlands
Nairobi, Kenya
Phone
0705 262 204
Email
nabalayo2024@gmail.com
Postal Address
P.O. Box 14423-00800, Westlands, Nairobi

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