At Khayesi & Khayesi LLP, we provide top-tier legal services to clients in the banking, finance, and lending sectors in Nairobi and throughout Kenya. Whether you’re a bank, a financial institution, a business, or an individual seeking financial legal advice, our experienced team of lawyers is equipped to offer expert counsel on a wide range of banking and finance matters.
We focus on ensuring that our clients remain compliant with Kenyan financial regulations while facilitating smooth and efficient financial transactions. Our practice encompasses everything from banking regulations to corporate finance, lending agreements, and dispute resolution.
Our Banking and Finance Law Services
1. Banking and Financial Regulatory Compliance
- Advising banks and financial institutions on compliance with Kenyan banking laws and regulations
- Assisting clients with licensing, reporting obligations, and regulatory approval processes with the Central Bank of Kenya (CBK)
- Ensuring compliance with anti-money laundering (AML) laws, know-your-customer (KYC) requirements, and other financial regulatory frameworks
2. Corporate Finance and Capital Markets
- Providing legal advisory on corporate finance transactions, including mergers, acquisitions, and joint ventures
- Drafting and negotiating agreements for capital raising, including bond and equity offerings
- Assisting with the structuring of debt and equity transactions, including private equity deals, IPOs, and debt listings
3. Lending and Loan Documentation
- Drafting and reviewing loan agreements for both borrowers and lenders
- Negotiating terms for secured and unsecured lending arrangements
- Offering advice on syndication, securitization, and structured finance transactions
- Ensuring proper documentation for financing, including collateral security and guarantees
4. Debt Restructuring and Insolvency
- Assisting companies facing financial difficulties with debt restructuring and out-of-court settlement options
- Advising on formal insolvency proceedings, including liquidation and bankruptcy processes
- Representing creditors and debtors in insolvency disputes and restructuring negotiations
5. Project Finance and Infrastructure Development
- Advising on financing for infrastructure projects, including energy, transport, and real estate developments
- Assisting clients with project financing arrangements and risk mitigation strategies
- Drafting and negotiating project finance documentation, including joint venture and partnership agreements
6. Financial Services Agreements
- Drafting, negotiating, and enforcing various financial services agreements, including payment services, digital banking, and fintech solutions
- Advising on fintech regulations and the legal implications of emerging technologies in financial services
- Assisting in structuring agreements between financial institutions, service providers, and clients
7. Dispute Resolution and Litigation in Banking and Finance
- Representing clients in banking and finance disputes, including loan defaults, breaches of contract, and regulatory violations
- Offering alternative dispute resolution (ADR) services such as arbitration and mediation for banking disputes
- Litigating matters relating to fraud, misrepresentation, or financial mismanagement
Why Choose KNK Advocates LLP?
- Expert Legal Advice: Our team has a wealth of experience advising financial institutions, businesses, and individuals on all aspects of banking and finance law.
- Comprehensive Services: We offer a full range of services in banking and finance, including regulatory compliance, financial transactions, lending, and dispute resolution.
- Tailored Solutions: We understand that every financial transaction is unique, and we work closely with our clients to deliver bespoke legal solutions.
- Industry Insight: Our in-depth knowledge of the Kenyan financial sector ensures that our clients remain competitive and compliant in an ever-evolving market.
