Cliffe Dekker Hofmeyr incorporating Kieti Law LLP houses an experienced disputes team that represents clients in a broad spectrum of disputes, including banking and finance, commercial, and insolvency-related proceedings. The group is led by experienced litigator Desmond Odhiambo, who handles employment and construction disputes. Christine Mugenyu has expertise in debt recovery and public procurement matters, and Daniel Kiragu is skilled in land disputes and white-collar crime.
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Testimonials
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- 'Very knowledgeable and informed of the laws in Kenya.'
- ‘CDH Legal have been a legal partner for several years now and the reason we keep going back to them for services is because of their professional approach to our matters. The team assigned to my company is knowledgeable in matters of construction and their disputes.'
- 'They have guided us patiently in all matters assigned to them, communicated effectively and resolved our disputes with minimal damage to our bottom line.'
- ‘Christine Mugenyu is by far one of the most outstanding advocates I have been acquainted with. She is brilliant, results-oriented, organizes meticulously, is focused and an amiable person. When I think of ethical leadership - all the fire and passion of a person who loves to ask questions and solve problems, all the balance of individual rights and institutional goals for fair and just professional practice, and all the personal regard and mutual growth that comes from relationships with friends and colleagues - Christine brings this spirit to her work.'
- ‘The firm is quick to respond to your inquiries and gives prompt updates. Their knowledge of the law shows in the delivery of their services.'
- ‘I must commend Desmond Odhiambo for his unique attitude to work. Always ready to listen and explain procedures every step of the way until you understand the reason for any position taken in handling your matter. Daniel Kiragu is prompt to give updates and keeps you informed of all activities they have undertaken in your case and the next steps.’
Key clients
- Cactus Cantina Investments Limited – Shara Inc
- BGFI Bank Europe
- Cauris Series
- Africa Uncensored
- Konecranes
- Robert Bosch East Africa
- SAP East Africa
- Columbus Stainless
- Raise Technologies
- Globology
- Becton Dickinson
Work highlights
Advising Cactus Cantina Investments on a complex shareholder dispute.
Advising BGFI Bank Europe on protecting its rights and interests as a creditor to Hashi Energy, under liquidation.
Advising Cauris Series on its restructuring, ranking in relation to other creditors, and recovery options available to it with regard to $5.5m, which it advanced to a local lending company.
Practice head
Desmond Odhiambo
Other key lawyers
Christine Mugenyu; Daniel Kiragu