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MMC ASAFO

Real Estate

Global Guide 2026 : Kenya

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MMC ASAFO

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MMC ASAFO is one of the premier real estate law firms in Kenya. The firm has extensive experience in nurturing complex real estate projects from conception to groundbreaking projects at the local and regional level. The department has a dedicated team of professionals committed to delivering impeccable services to our clients and providing boutique solutions that are unique for each transaction.

The Firm has carved a niche in the structuring of mixed-use developments, a growing real estate sector in the country, which showcases high-level land use planning, structuring and world-class real estate development. The Firm also offers training on land laws and land use planning to their clients in real estate as part of our commitment to value addition and ensuring that their legal work goes over and above their calling.

The Department majors in the following services:

·       Structuring of Real Estate Projects.

·       Urban Regeneration Projects.

·       Construction Law.

·       Real Estate Investment Trusts.

·       Hospitality and Hotel Management Contracts.

·       Residential Developments.

·       Leases - Commercial and Farmland Leases.

·       Land Use and Planning including Change of Use, Extension of Use and Leasehold interests, Amalgamation and Subdivision of properties on behalf of Land Owners.

·       Environmental Compliance and Property Due Diligence.

·       Structuring and advising on various contractual agreements

Clients (8)

  • Tatu City Limited
  • Tilisi Developments PLC
  • Maisha Housing
  • Oaklands Properties Kenya Limited
  • Superior Homes Kenya PLC
  • Centum Real Estate
  • Urban Housing Renewal Development LLP
  • ICDC

Industries (3)

  • Construction
  • Public Sector
  • Hospitality

Chambers Review

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Real Estate - Kenya

Band 3

What the Team is Known For
MMC ASAFO is frequently involved in the structuring of complex development projects, as well as handling land use planning and environmental approvals. It also acts in the mixed-use space and on residential developments. The team demonstrates strong capability in real estate finance, joint ventures and other commercial agreements in the sector, with further skills in traditional sales and leasing. The group provides advice to mixed-use and residential development companies.
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Work Highlights

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  • MMC ASAFO assisted KPMG with the creation of a feasibility report concerning the potential for various Land Value Capture mechanisms in relation to land holdings of the Kenya Railways Corporation.

Strengths

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  • With MMC ASAFO you get the feeling that you'll reach a solution. Every time I go to the firm with a problem, we have a good success rate.

    Real Estate respondentGlobal

  • The MMC ASAFO team is strong on complex and sophisticated matters. The team is composed of consistent performers and experts who are always responsive and client-focused.

    Real Estate respondentGlobal

  • MMC ASAFO is competitive, technically sound and quite strong on the policy side of real estate.

    Real Estate respondentGlobal

Notable Practitioners

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  • Esther Omulele
    Esther Omulele

    Esther Omulele

    Esther Omulele acts across a plethora of real estate transactions, including the acquisition of both property and land. She is additionally active assisting with development projects.

    • Esther Omulele offers the guidance and vision that have propelled the firm to its current standing. She brings extensive expertise in real estate and commercial transactions to the firm.

      Real Estate respondentGlobal

    • Esther Omulele is a trusted adviser to our key stakeholders and we look up to her strategic view on complex structuring matters.

      Real Estate respondentGlobal

    • Esther Omulele has very deep knowledge and experience and she works very hard to deliver.

      Real Estate respondentGlobal
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  • Jessica Mwenje
    Jessica Mwenje

    Jessica Mwenje

    Jessica Mwenje leads the firm's property and real estate practice. She is frequently called upon by commercial developers and companies, as well as public authorities and municipalities, to provide counsel on development, conveyancing and leasing.

    • Jessica assumes the dual role of accomplished partner and leader within the real estate department. Her contributions have been pivotal in fostering a productive partnership between us and the firm.

      Real Estate respondentGlobal

    • Jessica Mwenje is a pleasure to work with. She sends frequent updates and knows her stuff.

      Real Estate respondentGlobal

    • Jessica Mwenje works exceptionally hard. If you give her a problem, you're sure she's doing everything in her power to get it done. I only have praise for her.

      Real Estate respondentGlobal
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