Chambers Review
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Projects & Energy - Kenya
What the Team is Known For
DLA Piper Africa, Kenya (IKM) is a highly regarded and distinguished law firm offering an array of projects and energy expertise. The team acts for lenders and developers on renewable energy projects and social infrastructure developments. IKM's lawyers provide a wealth of project policy and regulations advice and, through the firm's network of international offices and expertise, the team provides clients with continental and international support. It is well versed in PPP frameworks, EPC contract negotiations and mining regulations. The lawyers' industry experience spans healthcare, housing and power plant development.
Strengths
IKM's responsiveness is superb.
The team have a good understanding of commercial matters given their experience, their workload and the depth of their legal advice.
The firm has a very strong team which is very well developed and well structured.
The team is highly capable, from the partners to associates, and the synergy between them is enviable.
Work Highlights
IKM advised Kenya Electricity Transmission Company on procurement for the design, finance, lease and operation of a data centre in Kenya.
Notable practitioners
Managing partner James Kamau is revered for his expert handling of matters pertaining to infrastructure, energy development and project finance. He holds experience in the navigation of PPPs and other project agreements. He additionally serves as chair of DLA Piper Africa.
Beatrice Nyabira is head of the firm's projects, energy and restructuring practice. Her expertise spans renewable power development, social infrastructure projects and project finance. She is well versed in acting for lenders and project developers alike.
Beatrice Nyabira has very strong business acumen and is also welcoming and smart.
Beatrice is very pragmatic and commercially minded. She leads the team very well, with high levels of involvement.