LAWYER PROFILE

John Syekei

Global 2026

Bowmans (Coulson Harney)

Ranked in 2 practice areas

Intellectual Property

Kenya

8 years ranked

Technology, Media & Telecoms (including Data Protection)

Kenya

1 year ranked

About

Provided by Bowmans (Coulson Harney)

Global

Practice Areas

John Syekei heads Bowmans’ Intellectual Property and Technology Practice in East Africa. He specialises in commercial intellectual property (IP), technology law, e-commerce, payments, fintech, and data privacy. In the area of IP, he provides guidance on the protection and enforcement of trademarks, patents, copyrights, and industrial designs. Regarding technology, he advises on corporate matters, regulatory compliance, and negotiates and drafts information technology (IT) agreements. His expertise also includes litigation and dispute resolution. John is a member of several prestigious organizations, including the International Trademark Association East Africa (INTA), the International Federation of Intellectual Property Attorneys (FICPI), the International Trade Mark Association, the World Trademark Review (WTR), and the American Chamber of Commerce (AMCHAM).

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Chambers Global Guide

Intellectual Property - Kenya

Band 1

Individual Editorial

John Syekei is one of the field's pre-eminent practitioners, offering clients the full gamut of contentious and advisory IP counsel. He is well versed in acting on infringement and enforcement disputes, as well as anti-counterfeiting mandates.

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Technology, Media & Telecoms (including Data Protection) - Kenya

Band 1

Individual Editorial

John Syekei heads Bowmans' intellectual property and technology practice for East Africa. He is a frequent counsel to global tech companies on data protection issues, including disclosure requests from the Office of the Data Protection Commissioner. His broader practice also covers telecoms licensing, as well as regulatory advice pertaining to Kenya's broadcasting laws.

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Strengths

Provided by Chambers

John is a seasoned IP practitioner who gives you good value for money and is responsive to client needs.
Intellectual PropertyChambers Global Guide
John consistently delivers exceptional client service, marked by responsiveness, clarity and a deep understanding of our needs.
Intellectual PropertyChambers Global Guide
John provides excellent advice in a timely manner. He has a very good understanding of our work.
Intellectual PropertyChambers Global Guide