About Us
OAK Advocates LLP is a Nairobi-based boutique law firm established in 2018. We serve international investors, banks, fintechs, fund managers, development finance institutions (DFIs) and Non-Governmental Organisations/Public Benefit Organisations (NGOs) entering or operating in Kenya and East Africa.
The firm combines the personalised service of a specialist practice with the depth of expertise associated with larger firms. We provide trusted counsel in tax advisory, financial services regulation, capital markets and governance advisory
Founded by partners Eric and Joanne, OAK Advocates LLP was created to provide high-quality legal services to clients navigating complex regulatory and commercial landscapes in Kenya and East Africa. The name OAK symbolises enduring strength and reliability; values that underpin our approach to legal practice and client service.
Our mission is to position OAK Advocates LLP as the premier boutique law firm for tax, financial services, capital markets and governance advisory in Kenya. We are committed to building long-term partnerships with clients based on trust, integrity and legal excellence, consistently delivering practical and effective solutions that enable growth and sustainability.
Our Services
General Advisory
Specialist Practice Areas
Corporate & Commercial Law
- Structuring and advisory for businesses entering or expanding in Kenya.
Tax advisory.
- Cross-border structuring, compliance, and representation as registered Tax Agents with the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA).
Employment & pensions.
- Compliance and advisory for employers, executives, and boards.
Financial Services Regulation & Banking
- Regulatory licensing (including the Central Bank of Kenya, Capital Markets Authority & Insurance Regulatory Authority) and compliance advisory for banks, fintechs and fund managers.
- Structuring of global markets and treasury products including derivatives, repo, securities lending, and liquidity arrangements
Real estate and conveyancing.
- Support for developers, investors, and first-time buyers.
Capital Markets.
- Expertise in securities exchange establishment, debt and equity issuances and regulatory licensing.
Probate and Estate Administration.
- Efficient estate planning and succession solutions.
Governance & Compliance.
- Board governance frameworks for corporates, DFIs, and NGOs, aligned with international best practice
Our Client Approach.
OAK Advocates LLP prioritises understanding each client’s objectives and aligning legal strategies with their goals.
Client Benefits.
- Continuity of service through a multi-specialist model.
- Deep sector expertise across tax, finance and regulation.
- A collaborative working style that positions us as a reliable legal gateway to Kenya and East Africa.
Contact Us
To explore how OAK Advocates LLP can support your business or organisation, please contact or locate us at :
- James Gichuru Road, Lavington 90 JGO Building
- +254 722 861757
- Eric Odhiambo Otonglo – Partner (eric.otonglo@oakadvocates.com);
- Joanne Njambi Karanja – Partner (joanne.karanja@oakadvocates.com
- P.O Box 2571-00621, Nairobi, Kenya