KENYA Law and Practice Contributed by: Ahmednasir Abdullahi, Asli Osman, Peter Muchoki and Elizabeth Wangui Mungai, Ahmednasir Abdullahi Advocates LLP
Ahmednasir Abdullahi Advocates LLP is based in Nairobi and fields a 14-lawyer litigation team recog- nised for handling some of Kenya’s most complex and high-profile disputes. Led by senior counsel Ahmednasir Abdullahi, the practice has, for nearly three decades, been known for its strategic manage- ment of precedent-setting matters and its strong ap- pellate advocacy before the Court of Appeal and Su- preme Court. The team advises across constitutional, commercial, financial services, energy and public law disputes, frequently appearing in cases that shape legal doctrine and influence public policy. Its work
spans high-value commercial disputes, shareholder actions, fraud investigations, constitutional petitions and regulatory challenges, often involving multi-lay- ered proceedings before multiple courts. With exten- sive experience representing both public and private sector clients, the firm is adept at navigating sensitive and politically significant disputes while safeguarding commercial interests. Renowned for its courtroom strength and innovative strategies, the practice con- tinues to play a leading role in disputes with national and regional impact.
Authors
Ahmednasir Abdullahi is the founding partner of Ahmednasir Abdullahi Advocates LLP and one of Kenya’s most highly regarded dispute resolution lawyers. He has litigated landmark and precedent-setting
Asli Osman is the managing partner at Ahmednasir Abdullahi Advocates LLP and a dispute resolution lawyer with over a decade of experience. She represents leading corporates, financial institutions, and government
cases, establishing him as a leading figure in Kenya’s legal landscape. He has represented a diverse range of clients, from multinational corporations and parastatals to constitutional bodies and private individuals. His multi-faceted approach to dispute resolution is highly sought after, particularly for matters requiring a deep understanding of both legal and business dynamics. Beyond litigation, Ahmednasir has played an influential role in shaping Kenya’s legal and regulatory framework, notably as a former Law Reform Commissioner and former chair of the Law Society of Kenya.
agencies in complex commercial, civil, and constitutional disputes before Kenyan courts and tribunals. Her expertise spans commercial litigation, insolvency, shareholder disputes, and procurement law, as well as arbitration and mediation of high- value matters. Asli also advises on public procurement, PPPs, and infrastructure projects, providing strategic guidance on compliance and risk management. She is an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya, an accredited Insolvency Practitioner and a member of the Law Society of Kenya.
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