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Every publication, opinion piece, court summary and policy note the firm has issued. Written by named advocates.
Why Lunga Lunga is the Next Frontier for Legal Practice
As Kenya’s legal and commercial landscape continues to evolve, the traditional concentration of law firms in major cities is steadily…
Mary Matano · 2 min read
Child Custody and the principle of the Best Interests of the child.
Child Rights and Child protection is an area that is often neglected. The protection and promotion of children’s rights is…
Laith Chuli · 3 min read
KAYAS: Their Cultural & Religious Significance in Kwale County
MMS Advocates LLP takes a look at the importance of Kayas/Makaya in the Kwale County landscape, and how they impact our work here.
Kasichana Mumba · 7 min read
Is the Small Claims Court Under Judicial Attack? (Eldoret Constitutional Petition No. E008 of 2024 as consolidated with Petition No. E010 of 2024)
Why This Decision Matters Is the Small Claims Court still what Parliament intended it to be, which is, a fast,…
Churchill Mwamachi · 6 min read
Piercing the Corporate Veil in Matrimonial Property Disputes: Emerging Judicial Themes in Kenya
One of the main tenets of company law has long been the concept of distinct corporate personality. Courts have upheld…
Maureen Mutai · 2 min read
PROCESS OF BUYING LAND IN KENYA.
This guide outlines the simplified legal process of buying land in Kenya. Engage a qualified advocate to handle the conveyancing…
Abigael Chilango · 1 min read
SECTIONAL PROPERTY IN KENYA: LEGAL FRAMEWORK, REGISTRATION PROCEDURE, AND COMPLIANCE
A Sectional Property is where a building has been divided into units, and each unit is owned by an individual…
Abigael Chilango · 2 min read
KWALE TOWN – NEW HOME AWAY FROM HOME: FIRESIDE CHATS WITH THE LEGAL GAL
Welcome to the second article in the series, “Fireside Chats with The Legal Gal” as I give a snippet of what is like being in Kwale County and specifically, Kwale Town.
Kasichana Mumba · 8 min read
Break-Ins, Crime Prevention, and the Law: What Are Your Rights If You Catch an Offender in Kenya?
Break-ins, burglary, and trespass remain among the most common security threats faced by homeowners, businesses, and event organizers in Kenya.…
Mary Matano · 2 min read
WORKING WITH INTERNATIONAL INVESTORS & DONORS: A walk through for the Kenyan Legal Professional
Today’s article takes you through the basics of setting up international donors & investors in the Kenyan landscape, and what the MMS team has learnt so far.
Kasichana Mumba · 7 min read
Legal Implications of the Planned Matatu Operators’ Strike and Rising Transport Insecurity in Kenya
The announcement by matatu operators of a nationwide strike beginning next week has brought renewed attention to persistent security challenges…
Mary Matano · 2 min read
ESG WITHIN THE LEGAL PROFESSION: A LEGAL GAL’S PERSPECTIVE
A quick look at the impact of ESG in the Legal Industry and how it’s shaping our perspectives in today’s world.
Kasichana Mumba · 11 min read
The Kenyan Frontier of Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Excellence; A Multi-Dimensional Analysis of Legal Mandates, Corporate Strategy, and Office Practice for 2026
Introduction The global corporate landscape in 2026 has undergone a fundamental transition from the era of voluntary sustainability promises to…
Churchill Mwamachi · 13 min read
KADHIS’ COURTS – ESTABLISHMENT, STRUCTURE & SUCCESSION MATTERS
A quick look at the Kadhi’s Court in Kwale Town, Kwale County, Kenya.
Kasichana Mumba · 3 min read
Merger Notification Threshold and Compliance Risk
Mergers and Acquisitions are vital for growth, market entry, and consolidation. The regulatory landscape governing merger control has been shifting,…
Maureen Mutai · 2 min read
Legal Framework for Governing Consumer Protection in Kenya.
Consumer protection in Kenya is anchored in constitutional provisions, statutory frameworks, and institutional mechanisms aimed at safeguarding the rights and…
Laith Chuli · 4 min read
Licence Renewal Alert: What Every Foreign Doctor in Kenya Needs to Know
For years, foreign trained doctors have been a part of Kenya’s healthcare workforce. Under the Medical Practitioners and Dentists Act…
Abigael Chilango · 4 min read
Privatising Public Assets: KPC Share Sale and Safaricom Divestiture
Kenya’s ongoing privatisation agenda has placed the selling of shares in major state-linked corporations at the centre of public, legal,…
Abigael Chilango · 2 min read
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