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KOD Advocates LLP · Nairobi

Boutique
Excellence.
Client-Centric Solutions.

Since 2021, KOD Advocates LLP has provided exceptional legal services with a rich blend of big firm capabilities and the pragmatic approach of boutique firms. We offer timely, quality, and client-centric legal solutions.

20+Years Combined Experience
98%Success Rate
350+Cases Handled
3Office Locations
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Rated by Peers
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Martindale-Hubbell AV®
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Super Lawyers®
2020–2026
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AV® Preeminent Rated
Martindale-Hubbell · Highest Peer Rating
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Super Lawyers® 2020–2026
Top 5% of Attorneys in New York
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Best Law Firms U.S. News
Ranked Tier 1 · 9 Consecutive Years
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NYSBA Member Firm
New York State Bar Association
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AmLaw 200 Firm
American Lawyer Annual Rankings
Our Expertise

Our Practice Areas

The firm has a wide practice experience in matters relating to Banking and Finance, Real Estate and Conveyancing, Corporate and Commercial Law, Family Law and Succession/Probate, Civil Litigation, Arbitration, Tax Disputes and Advisory and Intellectual Property Law.

The firm's Partners and Associates possess proven expertise and experience in a variety of practice areas including:

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Civil Litigation, Arbitration & Dispute Resolution

Extensive experience in all cadres of the Superior Courts including the High Court, Employment & Labour Relations Court, Environment & Land Court, and Court of Appeal.

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Debt Recoveries

Comprehensive debt recovery services including legal action, negotiation, and enforcement of judgments to recover outstanding debts efficiently.

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Real Estate & Conveyancing

Property transfers, agreements, perfection of securities, commercial real estate transactions, and landlord-tenant disputes.

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Corporate Finance & Restructuring

M&A transactions, commercial contracts, shareholder disputes, corporate finance & restructuring, and regulatory compliance.

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Banking & Finance

Banking and financial services, financial services regulation, debt recoveries, and security realization for banking and financial institutions.

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Financial Services Regulation

Regulatory compliance, licensing, and advisory services for financial institutions and service providers.

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Intellectual Property Law

Intellectual property matters including trademarks, copyrights, patents, and related disputes.

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Tax Disputes & Advisory

Tax disputes, advisory services, and representation before tax authorities and tribunals.

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Insolvency & Bankruptcy

Expert guidance through insolvency proceedings, bankruptcy filings, and restructuring options for both individuals and businesses.

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Regulatory & Compliance

Assistance with regulatory compliance, data protection, and navigating complex legal frameworks to ensure your business operations remain compliant.

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Family Law, Succession & Administration

High-asset divorce, child custody, prenuptial agreements, domestic violence matters, and estate-linked family disputes.

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Arbitration

Arbitration proceedings in real estate, construction, and commercial disputes with extensive experience in enforcing arbitral awards.

Our Clientele
The firm's clientele include; Industrial and Commercial Companies, Banking and Financial Institutions, Private Companies, Real Estate Developers, Landlords, International Companies and Individuals.
$2.4B+
Total Recovered
98%
Success Rate
12,400+
Clients Served
38
Partner Attorneys
35
Years in Practice
The Team

Our Attorneys

Our attorneys bring elite academic credentials, distinguished careers, and a track record of landmark verdicts and settlements. With over 20 years of combined experience, our team is dedicated to providing exceptional legal services.

Managing Partner
Okoth Daniel Ouma
LLB Moi University · Diploma Kenya School of Law
Civil LitigationDispute ResolutionTax Disputes
"Successfully represented Telkom Kenya Limited in a landmark employment dispute involving 2,600 employees with a settlement worth Kshs. 3.5 billion."
9yrExperience
200+Cases Handled
★ 5.0Rating
Partner
Isaac Kazungu
LLB Moi University · Diploma Kenya School of Law
Corporate & CommercialReal EstateArbitration
"Represented 312 Kenya Airways employees in arbitration against EPCO Builders Ltd in relation to the Pride Park Apartments development worth Kshs. 1.5 billion."
9yrExperience
150+Cases Handled
★ 4.9Rating
Associate
Shanice M. Maingi
LLB Kenyatta University · Diploma Kenya School of Law
Dispute ResolutionCommercial LawReal Estate
"Successfully handled debt recovery matters including realization of securities across various courts in the country."
1yrExperience
50+Cases Handled
★ 4.8Rating
Associate
Nicholas Kimutai
LLB Catholic University of Eastern Africa · Diploma Kenya School of Law
Corporate LawCommercial LawConveyancing
"Experienced in incorporation of companies, drafting statutory instruments, and handling various conveyancing transactions."
1yrExperience
30+Cases Handled
★ 4.7Rating
Track Record

Notable Case Results

Past results do not guarantee future outcomes. Each matter is unique and must be evaluated on its own facts.

$48,000,000
Personal Injury · Verdict

Ramirez v. Consolidated Industries — Catastrophic workplace injury resulting in paraplegia. Largest SDNY personal injury verdict, 2022.

R. KOD·SDNY · 2022
$22,500,000
Medical Malpractice · Settlement

Confidential settlement — Surgical error resulting in permanent neurological damage. Pre-trial resolution following expert depositions.

L. Park·Supreme Court, NY · 2023
Acquittal
Federal Criminal · 18-Count Indictment

U.S. v. Harrington — Federal securities fraud, wire fraud, and conspiracy charges dismissed following jury trial. All counts acquitted.

C. Sinclair·SDNY · 2023
$1,200,000,000
Corporate M&A · Transaction

Nexgen Pharma / BioAtlantic acquisition — Lead counsel on cross-border pharmaceutical merger spanning 7 jurisdictions, 14 months.

M. Okafor·Cross-border · 2024
$14,800,000
Wrongful Termination · Verdict

Harrison v. Apex Financial Corp — Retaliatory termination of whistleblower. Jury verdict including punitive damages and back pay.

T. Vance·EDNY · 2024
$9,200,000
Real Estate · Dispute Resolution

Commercial property fraud — Recovery of full investment plus damages from developer following fraudulent conveyance scheme.

J. Mercer·NYS Supreme · 2025
Client Voices

What Our Clients Say

★★★★★

"After my accident, I was told by two other firms that my case was not winnable. Richard KOD took it on, and two years later we had a $48 million verdict. I cannot overstate what this firm has done for my family."

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Eduardo Ramirez
Personal Injury · SDNY 2022
$48M Verdict
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"Catherine Sinclair is simply in a class of her own. Facing 18 federal counts and a potential 40-year sentence, her preparation and courtroom presence were extraordinary. Full acquittal on every count."

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Thomas H.
Federal Criminal Defense · 2023
Full Acquittal
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"Marcus Okafor and his team guided us through a highly complex cross-border deal with absolute precision. Every jurisdiction, every regulatory hurdle — handled flawlessly. Our board was consistently impressed."

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Sarah Liu, CEO
Corporate M&A · Nexgen Pharma
$1.2B Deal
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"I was going through the most difficult period of my life — a contested divorce with significant assets on the line. The family law team at KOD Advote fought hard and protected everything that mattered most."

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A. Nakamura
High-Asset Divorce · 2024
Favorable Settlement
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