Corporate/M&A & Private Equity
Global Guide 2024 : Africa-wide
Band 3
Email address
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+254 (0) 203 640 000Chambers Review
Renowned Kenyan law firm Anjarwalla & Khanna (A&K) has an impressive reputation in the region. It moreover has an expansive reach across Africa through its coordination of ALN, its network of allied law firms. The firm is consistently retained by African clients for advice on M&A and corporate restructurings in the TMT and financial services spaces, with frequent roles on cross-border mandates. ALN members are also regularly sought out by international law firms for support as local counsel in various African jurisdictions. A&K additionally represents overseas corporations and private equity funds in a variety of inbound acquisitions. As well as assisting with transactions, the firm is well placed to provide guidance on regulatory issues such as competition compliance.
Work Highlights
- Anjarwalla & Khanna represented Nigeria-headquartered Access Bank in its acquisition of a controlling stake in Finibanco Angola.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Their deep knowledge and intelligence - particularly across East Africa - are critical to us. They are second to none at breaking down complex matters into more easily digestible pieces."
"They provide efficient turnaround on matters and good communication on cost management."
"Their deep knowledge and intelligence - particularly across East Africa - are critical to us. They are second to none at breaking down complex matters into more easily digestible pieces."
"They provide efficient turnaround on matters and good communication on cost management."
Notable Practitioners
Karim Anjarwalla is a formidable figure in the Kenyan market. His excellent international reputation is matched by his impressive experience advising on transformative cross-border M&A and investments. Based in Nairobi, he is also at the forefront of the firm's ALN alliance.
"Karim’s acute understanding of the political-economic dynamic across East Africa is an invaluable resource that we rely upon."
"Karim is probably the best legal mind in Kenya."