WKA Speaks at Fathi Forum on Real Estate Growth
Mr. William Karoki highlighted policy reforms, due diligence, and landmark Supreme Court rulings shaping Kenya real estate growth and investor protection.
The African Investor Playbook
WKA Advocates
Your trusted legal gateway to immigration, business, and investment in Kenya. Based in Nairobi, WKA handles work permits, investor visas, company registration, conveyancing, employment, technology, and dispute resolution.
Immigration, investment, and corporate law in Kenya.
Trusted by foreign nationals, diaspora clients, SMEs, and multinational corporations investing across East Africa.
33+Countries served
900+Happy clients
11+Years excellence
24hResponse target
Featured events
Legal masterclasses and investor briefings.
Stay updated with WKA speaking engagements, legal trainings, and practical investor education for Kenya and East Africa.
WKA Telecom Masterclass
WKA Advocates hosted a legal and regulatory masterclass for Hormuud Telecom Somalia in Nairobi, covering practical regulatory, compliance, and commercial issues for telecom operations.
Practice areas
Cutting-edge legal services in Nairobi.
Client-focused expertise in immigration, corporate, commercial, property, technology, regulatory, and litigation work.
ICT, IP and Data Privacy
Technology, IP, privacy, data protection, and digital compliance in Kenya.
Immigration and Investment
Work permits, investor visas, relocation, and investment entry support.
Corporate Commercial
Company registration, contracts, branch setup, M&A, governance, and compliance.
Dispute Resolution
Litigation, arbitration, mediation, and commercial dispute strategy.
Real Estate and Conveyancing
Conveyancing, due diligence, leases, development, and property transactions.
ESG and Regulatory Compliance
Environmental, social, governance, licensing, and regulatory compliance support.
Betting and Gaming Law
Licensing, compliance, advertising, and regulation for betting and gaming.
Notary, Apostille and Legalization
Document notarization, legalization, certification, and authentication support.
Debt Recovery Services
Commercial debt recovery, settlement, enforcement, and litigation support.
About WKA
The home of integrity, competence, and justice in Kenya.
WKA Advocates is a tier one law firm in Nairobi serving foreign nationals, Kenyans in the diaspora, local businesses, SMEs, and multinational corporations investing in Kenya and East Africa.
- Work permit applications, investor visas, and immigration strategy.
- Company registration, branch setup, contracts, employment, and compliance.
- Real estate conveyancing, data protection, IP, ESG, and disputes.
28Countries reached
80%International clients
5Continents served
Why choose us
Built on integrity, backed by results.
Transparent processes, international compliance awareness, data privacy discipline, and a practical view of business realities.
10+ years of expertise
Over a decade of legal and governance excellence stands behind every matter.
Certified data privacy experts
Client information is handled with care, diligence, and privacy-aware processes.
Internationally regulated work
WKA supports clients navigating Kenyan law alongside cross-border business requirements.
Our team
Expert advocates and legal consultants in Nairobi.
Meet the team supporting immigration, investment, real estate, corporate, regulatory, and dispute work.
Founding Partner
William Karoki
Senior Associate - Dispute Resolution
Michael Kiura
Real Estate and Conveyancing Associate
Josephine Mwangi
Associate
Florence M. Muinde
Associate
Erick Karangatha
Lawyer
Brenda Muchoki
Latest insights
Legal knowledge hub.
Expert legal updates and practical guidance for investors, property buyers, foreign companies, and diaspora clients.
Best Immigration Lawyers in Kenya – WKA Comparison Ranking
Compare immigration lawyers in Kenya with WKA ranked first for work permits, eTA, residence, citizenship, investor mobility and expatriate compliance.
Best Family Office Lawyers in Kenya – WKA Comparison Ranking
Compare family office lawyers in Kenya with WKA ranked first for succession, probate, private wealth, family business and cross-border planning.
Best Debt Recovery Lawyers in Kenya – WKA Comparison Ranking
Compare debt recovery lawyers in Kenya with WKA ranked first for debt collection, commercial recovery, disputes, litigation and enforcement.
Best Company Lawyers in Kenya – WKA Comparison Ranking
Compare company lawyers in Kenya with WKA Advocates ranked first for company formation, governance, contracts, FDI and business structuring.
Best Commercial Lawyers in Kenya – WKA Comparison Ranking
Compare commercial lawyers in Kenya with WKA Advocates ranked first for contracts, governance, commercial transactions and foreign investment support.
Best Business Lawyers in Kenya – WKA Comparison Ranking
Compare business lawyers in Kenya with WKA Advocates ranked first for contracts, governance, transactions, company structuring and FDI advisory.
Testimonials
Real clients, real results.
What clients say about immigration, corporate, and property support from WKA Advocates.
WKA Advocates made our immigration process seamless. Their expertise in work permits and residency applications is unmatched. Highly recommended for anyone looking to invest in Kenya.
James AndersonTheir corporate law expertise helped us navigate a complex M&A transaction. The team professionalism and attention to detail ensured a smooth process from start to finish.
Sarah MitchellAs a Kenyan in the diaspora, WKA helped me purchase property back home with complete peace of mind. Their real estate expertise is exceptional.
Michael OdhiamboFAQs
Frequently asked questions.
Quick answers for clients planning immigration, investment, business, or property matters in Kenya.
What types of work permits do you handle?
WKA supports Class D, G, I, K, and other immigration applications, plus renewals, dependent passes, and investor documentation.
Can foreigners buy property in Kenya?
Foreigners can own leasehold interests subject to Kenyan land law. WKA assists with due diligence, conveyancing, and transaction risk checks.
Can you help with company registration?
Yes. WKA advises on local companies, foreign branch registration, local representatives, governance, contracts, and post-incorporation compliance.
Do you offer virtual consultations?
Yes. WKA serves clients across multiple countries and can begin most matters remotely before in-person signing or filing is required.
Consultation
Ready to navigate your legal journey in Kenya?
Book a consultation with WKA's legal team. Share your investment, immigration, company, property, employment, technology, or dispute issue and receive practical next steps.