Comprehensive Legal Services
SW Law Advocates LLP offers a broad range of legal services, anchored by deep expertise in maritime law and ESG compliance, and extending to corporate, property, and family matters.
Maritime & Shipping Law
Our maritime practice is one of the most comprehensive in Kenya. We advise shipowners, operators, charterers, financiers, and insurers on the full spectrum of maritime legal matters — from vessel transactions to regulatory compliance and dispute resolution.
- Marine environmental law and compliance
- Shipping logistics advisory
- Vessel registration and flagging
- Vessel sale and purchase agreements
- Chartering contracts (time, voyage, bareboat)
- Maritime regulatory compliance
- Port state control matters
- Cargo claims and marine insurance
ESG Compliance
As ESG obligations become central to business operations and investor expectations, SW Law Advocates LLP helps organisations develop robust frameworks that satisfy regulatory requirements, build stakeholder trust, and drive sustainable performance.
- ESG strategy development and implementation
- Stakeholder engagement frameworks
- Compliance evaluation and gap analysis
- ESG reporting and disclosure
- Training and capacity building
- Supply chain due diligence
- Green finance advisory
- Climate risk and regulatory compliance
Corporate & Commercial Law
We advise businesses at every stage of their lifecycle — from incorporation and structuring through to complex M&A transactions and ongoing regulatory compliance. Our commercial lawyers understand both the legal and commercial dimensions of your decisions.
- Corporate advisory and governance
- Mergers and acquisitions
- Commercial transaction structuring
- Regulatory compliance audits
- Joint ventures and partnerships
- Contract drafting and negotiation
- Business licensing and permits
- Corporate restructuring
Conveyancing & Property Law
Our property law team handles the full range of conveyancing and real estate transactions, from straightforward transfers to complex sectional title and lease matters. We provide clear, efficient advice to safeguard your property interests.
- Title conversion and registration
- Sectional title processing
- Lease extension and variation
- Property transfers and purchases
- Security perfection (charges and mortgages)
- Land sub-division
- Caution and caveat lodging
- Stamp duty and land rates advisory
Additional Services
Other Practice Areas
Family Law
Divorce, custody, maintenance, and matrimonial property.
Probate & Estate Administration
Wills, grants of probate, and administration of deceased estates.
Employment Law
Contracts, disciplinary matters, redundancy, and tribunal representation.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Mediation, arbitration, and negotiated settlements.
Equity & Trust Law
Trust formation, trustee obligations, and beneficiary rights.