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Dentons Hamilton Harrison & Mathews

Dispute Resolution

Global Guide 2026 : Kenya


Dentons Hamilton Harrison & Mathews

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Dentons Hamilton Harrison & Mathews’ Dispute Resolution Department is one of the largest litigation teams in the country with over 14 advocates handling a wide variety of matters at all levels of the courts including the Court of Appeal and the Supreme Court. The Litigation Department also has experience in successfully representing clients in various quasi-judicial tribunals including the National Environment Tribunal and the Business Premises and Rent Tribunal and in arbitration proceedings.

The Litigation Department has specialised practice areas including commercial litigation in particular banking, insurance, employment, energy, public procurement, constitutional and administrative law, tax and land litigation. This ensures that clients receive specialised advice and that matters are dealt with efficiently. The members of the team are actively involved on various Bar-Bench Committees so that we are involved in discussions and keep abreast of the developments that affect court processes.

Industries (12)

  • Banks
  • Commercial & Professional Services
  • Consumer Product Manufacturing
  • Energy
  • Financial Services
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Media
  • Mining & Metals
  • Pricate Clients / Individuals
  • Real Estate Finance
  • Telecommunications
  • Utilities

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Dispute Resolution - Kenya

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

Dentons Hamilton Harrison & Mathews has a market-leading dispute resolution team with an astute understanding of big-ticket litigation mandates that spans constitutional, banking, employment, infrastructure, insurance and tax topics. The firm assists with notable petitions and possesses further experience in judicial reviews and constitutional challenges. It represents an impressive portfolio of clients who select its litigation services for scenarios that require expeditious handling, including in claims of malfeasance or corruption.

Work Highlights

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  • Dentons Hamilton Harrison & Mathews represented Equity Bank in proceedings to recover a sum of approximately USD67 million in credit facilities which were previously advanced to a high-profile borrower group.

Strengths

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  • Dentons is top of the class in litigation. It has a very good balance between more experienced and up-and-coming lawyers.

    Dispute Resolution respondentGlobal
  • Dentons' dispute resolution team is among the best. Their advice and approach in key disputes affecting the company is top notch; it helps us navigate complex and sophisticated matters.

    Dispute Resolution respondentGlobal
  • Dentons Hamilton Harrison & Mathews stands out for its efficiency, as well as for the quality of its advocacy and services.

    Dispute Resolution respondentGlobal
  • Dentons is transparent about costs and fees, and the partners are accessible to clients at all times.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Kiragu Kimani
    Band 1Kiragu Kimani

    Kiragu Kimani

    Kiragu Kimani SC possesses considerable expertise across a range of contentious mandates, particularly those relating to commercial litigation and tax disputes, as well as arbitration.

    • I trust him with complex litigation - he rises to the occasion every time.

      Dispute Resolution respondentGlobal
    • Kiragu is a very astute litigator who understands the law very well, and can assess all situations and find solutions. He is a very established figure in the legal history of Kenya.

      Dispute Resolution respondentGlobal
    • Kiragu knows Kenya inside and out. We feel very safe working with him; he is the voice of reassurance.

      Dispute Resolution respondentGlobal
  • Band 2Michi Kirimi
    Band 2Michi Kirimi

    Michi Kirimi

    Michi Kirimi SC is an esteemed practitioner who enjoys an excellent reputation for her work handling constitutional petitions and high stakes commercial litigation.

    • Michi is an amazing lawyer and strong leader in the dispute resolution arena in Kenya.

      Dispute Resolution respondentGlobal
    • Michi is well versed in the law and has a good understanding of how to handle matters.

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  • Up and ComingLawson Ondieki
    Up and ComingLawson Ondieki

    Lawson Ondieki

    Lawson Ondieki regularly handles constitutional petitions, as well as property and commercial disputes. He has additional know-how in dealing with major tort claims.

    • Lawson is very responsive. He also has a deep understanding of the law and I'm sure he has a good future ahead of him.

      Dispute Resolution respondentGlobal

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