Highly experienced in bilateral, syndicated, debt lending, structuring finance, and equity, Sammy Ndolo heads the banking and finance offering at Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr incorporating Kieti Law LLP. The team is highly sought after for a variety of mandates in the financial sector, including financing healthcare, insurance, and energy sector clients. Associate Brian Muchiri is a key member of the team, and is retained in both local and cross-border matters. Partner Stella Situma joined the firm in April 2024.
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‘Client-centric approach and responsiveness.'
'Brian Muchiri was consistent and timely with his responses, very willing to address my queries promptly, even last minute.'
'The team is very experienced in handling debt facility agreements and security documentation. Brian Muchiri's detailed explanations and proposed amendments to the documents highlight his expertise and the team's capabilities in this area of law, including proposing solutions that are out of the box.’
‘Sammy Ndolo - for very clear guidance in the matter.'
‘Very pragmatic, always available and helping find a solution for any problem that comes up.’
‘Pragmatic, know our organisation well and very good at identifying risks and options for mitigation.’
'CDH Kieti Law LLP are a great team. They punch above their weight.'
Key clients
- BasiGo
- ESG First Fund Holding I
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Practice head
Sammy Ndolo
Other key lawyers
Brian Muchiri; Lydia Owuor; Stella Situma