The banking and finance practice at KO Associates services clients across various industries and advises on a wide array of matters, such as sustainability-linked financing, project finance, syndicated lending, and debt capital markets. The practice is led by a highly capable trio: Crispine Odhiambo, who has extensive experience in climate financing, Mohamed Maulid, who has a particular focus on project and Islamic finance, and Ken Rutere, who specialises in structured financing and securitisation. Victor Kyama is another key member of the team.
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Accolades
Client satisfaction: Billing & efficiency
Client satisfaction: Sector knowledge
Testimonials
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- ‘The KO Associates team is well organised and proactive in their work.'
- 'Chrispine Odhiambo stands out with a firm hand and lots of practical guidance. He is an amazing mentor to younger advocates.'
- 'They regularly provide industry updates and provide regular advice on what the changes and updates in the sector mean.'
- ‘The KO Associate team communicates clearly and regularly.'
- 'Both the partners and associates have direct contact with us. The partners take a lead role in guiding the different processes and they do not leave the bulk of the work wholly to the Associates.'
- 'This practice is unique due to the excellent experience of the Partners of the firm. Christine Odhiambo brings a wealth of experience to all matters they are handling.'
Key clients
- National Bank of Kenya Ltd
- Equity Bank of Kenya
- Kentegra Biotechnology Ltd
- National Health Insurance Fund
- Insurance Regulatory Authority
- Jubilee Insurance Ltd
- ATC Kenya
- Kenya Climate Ventures Ltd
- Consolidated Bank of Kenya Ltd
- Lordship Africa
Work highlights
Advising on the financing of the Lordship Africa 88 Nairobi Condominium Tower Project, a landmark development set to be the tallest residential building in Africa.
Advised Kenya Climate Ventures Ltd on the legal establishment of a USD25m Climate Impact Investment Fund.
Representing the National Social Security Fund in the court-supervised insolvency administration of Multiple Hauliers (EA) Ltd.
Practice head
Crispine Odhiambo; Mohamed Maulid; Ken Rutere
Other key lawyers
Victor Kyama