WALKER KONTOS
Established in 1988 with a profound commitment to excellence, Walker Kontos stands as a testament to the fusion of legal expertise and unwavering dedication to our clients. Today the Firm has grown to comprise 10 partners, 10 associates, 2 legal assistants and over 30 support staff offering expert legal advice and support services to businesses, corporate entities, banks and financial institutions (including microfinance institutions), governments, multinationals, state corporations, diplomatic missions, NGOs, development agencies and private clients.
We understand that the contemporary landscape of legal services demands more than just proficiency – it requires a delicate balance of care, efficiency, integrity and a keen sensitivity to costs. Our firm’s focus lies in corporate and commercial law in Kenya and the region with particular emphasis and expertise in Company Law, M&A, Capital Markets, Corporate and Project Finance, Banking and Securitisation, Privatisation, Energy, Conveyancing and Property Law, among others. We have a dedicated litigation team handling complex commercial litigation, corporate recovery and alternative dispute resolution matters.
Walker Kontos is one of Kenya’s leading corporate and commercial law firms which has consistently been ranked in the top tiers of international publications such as Chambers Global, IFLR1000 and Legal 500.
In addition to working in Kenya, we assist our clients in their regional work, utilising our wide network of established relationships with other firms in those jurisdictions. The firm is in strategic alliance with global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright.
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SOMLEGAL
A Trusted Legal Partner for Investment in Somalia and Somaliland
Established in 2012 in Somaliland, SOMLEGAL is a leading full-service law and development consulting firm with a proven track record in advising government, international organizations, and private sector actors across Somalia and Somaliland. Our firm brings together legal professionals with over two decades of experience in rule of law, investment, public finance, energy, and institutional reform—deeply rooted in the legal systems and political realities of the Horn of Africa.
SOMLEGAL is widely recognized for its pioneering role in developing the first foreign investment laws in both Somalia and Somaliland. We have been at the forefront of shaping legislative frameworks that enable and protect international investments in the region. This foundational work has established SOMLEGAL as the go-to legal advisor for foreign direct investment and economic development initiatives.
Unmatched Legal Expertise
We have provided legal counsel and technical support to key government ministries, including drafting legislation and policy frameworks in areas such as:
- Investment law
- Land reform
- Public finance
- Energy and infrastructure
- Judiciary and institutional reform
We also serve as legal advisors to leading international development agencies, NGOs, and corporate investors, impact invest mentors, Development Finance Institutions, delivering responsive and practical legal solutions that reflect both international standards and local realities.
Responsive Solutions for Doing Business
SOMLEGAL offers a comprehensive suite of services designed to support foreign and local enterprises throughout the investment lifecycle— from market entry and compliance to dispute resolution and business expansion. Our deep understanding of Somalia and Somaliland’s legal environments enables us to navigate complex regulatory frameworks and political dynamics with agility and insight.
Why SOMLEGAL
- Groundbreaking Role in Investment Law – Originators of Somalia and Somaliland’s first foreign investment laws.
- Decades of Legal & Development Experience – A multidisciplinary team with regional expertise.
- Client-Centered Approach – Legal strategies tailored to clients’ needs, risks, and business environments.
- Extensive Public and Private Sector Reach – Advisors to ministries, development institutions, and private investors alike.
Vision
To be a cutting-edge corporate law firm in Eastern Africa with global outreach.
Mission
We provide professional, timely, and effective legal solutions to our clients—corporate, institutional, and individual—through a commitment to excellence and integrity.
Areas of Practice
- Corporate & Commercial Law
- Foreign Direct Investment
- Energy, Mining & Environment
- Tax, Legal & Regulatory Due Diligence
- Employment & HR
- Legal & Justice Reform
- Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR)
- Civil & Criminal Litigation
- Translation, Notarial & Facilitation Services
SOMLEGAL is the firm of choice for investors and institutions seeking clear, actionable legal guidance in Somalia and Somaliland. We do not just provide legal answers—we deliver strategic solutions for sustainable success.
Allen Overy Shearman Sterling LLP
A&O Shearman was formed in 2024 via the merger of two historic firms, Allen & Overy and Shearman & Sterling.
With nearly 4,000 lawyers globally, we are equally fluent in English law, U.S. law and the laws of the world’s most dynamic markets.
This combination creates a new kind of law firm, one built to achieve unparalleled outcomes for our clients on their most complex, multijurisdictional matters – everywhere in the world. A firm that advises at the forefront of the forces changing the current of global business and that is unrivalled in its global strength.
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