Integrity, innovation and excellence.
A distinguished, client-focused law firm headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, with satellite offices in Egypt and the United Arab Emirates.
Our firm's identity and philosophy.
Abdiwali & Co. Advocates is a distinguished and client-focused law firm headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, with satellite offices in Egypt and the United Arab Emirates.
The firm was founded in 2023 by the Managing Partner, Muktar Abdiwali, whose vision was to create a legal practice that upholds professionalism, achieves client satisfaction and develops an in-depth understanding of current and emerging legal issues in Kenya and beyond.
We deploy a client-centred approach to appreciate our clients' needs, offer alternative solutions and meet their expectations, backed by a comprehensive skill-set of partners, associates, consultants and support staff who share one culture of integrity, innovation and excellence.
We collaborate with engineers, accounting and audit firms, and law firms locally, regionally and internationally where necessary to achieve the best results for our clients.
Muktar Abdiwali Ali
View profileWelcome to Abdiwali & Co. Advocates.
I founded this firm with a simple conviction: that clients deserve counsel that is both principled and practical. Every matter we take on is handled with professionalism, discretion and a deep understanding of the issues at stake.
Our advocates have been entrusted with matters of national consequence, from presidential election petitions to international arbitration and governance audits of leading state corporations.
Whether you are a public institution, a growing enterprise or an individual seeking clarity, we will meet you with the same standard: practice with purpose, delivery with precision.
Our team is our greatest asset. We invite you to meet our team and discover how we can be your trusted legal partners.
What drives everything we do.
Setting the standard in East Africa.
To be an internationally regarded law firm that offers exceptional legal solutions to clients while upholding the highest ethical and professional standards.
Protect. Advance. Contribute.
To deliver exceptional, practical legal solutions through a client-centred approach, grounded in integrity, innovation and excellence. We achieve this by:
- Appreciating each client's needs before we advise.
- Offering practical, alternative solutions to complex problems.
- Upholding advocate–client privilege and strict confidentiality.
- Staying current with the law in every jurisdiction we serve.
- Maintaining clear and transparent fee structures.
Integrity
Upholding the highest ethical standards in all our dealings.
Innovation
Embracing creative solutions to complex legal challenges.
Excellence
Delivering exceptional legal services, consistently.
Confidentiality
Advocate–client privilege is paramount in everything we do.
The boutique advantage.
01 · Client-Centred Approach
We appreciate your needs first, then offer practical, alternative solutions.
02 · Matters of Consequence
Advocates entrusted with election petitions, ICSID arbitration and state audits.
03 · Regional Reach
Headquartered in Nairobi, with satellite offices in Egypt and the UAE.
04 · Comprehensive Skill-Set
Partners, associates and consultants across twelve practice areas.
05 · Strict Confidentiality
Advocate–client privilege upheld under the Advocates (Practice) Rules.
06 · Transparent Fees
Clear fee structures, so you know the costs from the outset.
07 · Trusted Network
We collaborate with engineers, audit firms and law firms where it serves you.
08 · Fully Compliant
LSK registered, licensed advocates, and Data Protection Act compliant.
We treat every case as if it were our own.
We Listen First
We understand your objectives before we advise.
We Offer Options
Practical alternatives, not one-size-fits-all answers.
We Communicate Clearly
Plain language and updates at every stage.
We Protect Confidence
Your information stays privileged and secure.
We Act Decisively
Measured strategy, delivered with precision.
We Build Relationships
Long-term partnerships founded on trust.
