Dispute Resolution - Kenya
What the team is known for
MMC ASAFO is a well-regarded law firm which draws praise for its handling of commercial disputes involving debt recovery, procurement and insolvency matters. The practice possesses considerable proficiency in public sector litigation and has featured in several election petitions. The team also advises on IP, employment, and probate and succession litigation matters, with further capacity to represent clients in arbitration proceedings.
Strengths
Sources state: "They are an excellent team."
Work highlights
The firm represented Uaso Nyarobe Waterfront in a constitutional dispute against the Cabinet Secretary Ministry of Environment and Forestry, the Ministry of Forestry and the Kenya Forest Service alleging that the government entities illegally took possession of the client's private property.
Notable practitioners
Nairobi-based managing partner Peter Munge Murage is highlighted for his knowledge of public procurement and constitutional disputes. He is additionally instructed on commercial disputes and those stemming from trusts and estates.