Karibu Hansen Advocates; Your Trusted Partner in Legal Excellence.

About Us

Hansen Advocates LLP is a leading full-service law firm based in Nairobi, Kenya, dedicated to providing practical, strategic, and results-driven legal solutions to individuals, businesses, institutions, and investors. Founded on the core values of integrity, excellence, professionalism, and client-centric service, we combine deep legal expertise with commercial insight to help our clients navigate complex legal and regulatory environments with confidence.

Our team brings together a wealth of experience across diverse practice areas, enabling us to offer comprehensive legal support tailored to the unique needs of each client. We are particularly recognized for our work in Dispute Resolution and Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR), Corporate and Commercial Law, Real Estate and Project Financing, Succession and Estate Planning, Immigration and International Law, Intellectual Property, Data Protection and Privacy, Climate Change and Sustainability Advisory, and Research & Knowledge Management.

We believe that exceptional legal representation goes beyond providing legal opinions; it requires understanding our clients’ objectives, anticipating challenges, and delivering solutions that create lasting value. Whether acting in high-stakes litigation, structuring complex transactions, advising on regulatory compliance, or supporting business growth, we are committed to protecting our clients’ interests while upholding the highest standards of legal practice.

Our commitment to excellence has earned us international recognition, including being named Best Full-Service Law Firm – African Excellence Awards ( 2025 and 2026 ) and Best Corporate Legal Advisory Firm Kenya 2026 by the World Business Outlook Awards. These accolades reflect the trust our clients place in us and our unwavering dedication to delivering exceptional, practical, and results-driven legal services.

As trusted legal advisors, we are driven by a simple mission: to provide innovative, responsive, and dependable legal solutions that empower our clients to achieve their goals while safeguarding their future.

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Our Practice Areas

Real Estate, Perfection of Securities & Project Financing

We provide comprehensive legal services in real estate transactions, ensuring seamless transactions from acquisition to development.

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Corporate & Commercial Law

Our firm offers legal services in Corporate and Commercial Law, specializing in corporate governance, mergers, acquisitions, contract negotiation, and compliance.

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Succession & Estate Planning

We offer personalized succession and estate planning services, guiding clients through wills, trusts, and estate administration with tailored strategies.

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Litigation & Alternative Dispute Resolution

We specialize in resolving legal disputes through both litigation and alternative dispute resolution methods such as arbitration and mediation.

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Intellectual Property Law

We provide comprehensive legal services in intellectual property law, covering patents, trademarks, copyrights, and trade secrets.

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Immigration & International Law

We specialize in immigration law, we assist clients with work permit applications, residency permits, and citizenship matters.

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Data Protection Law

In today’s digital economy, data drives decisions, but misuse can destroy trust. Hansen Advocates helps organizations comply with Kenya’s Data Protection Act and international standards.

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Technology & the Law

From fintech to artificial intelligence, technology is reshaping industries; and the law is racing to keep up. Hansen Advocates guides startups, innovators, and established businesses through the legal landscape of digital transactions, e-commerce, intellectual property, cybersecurity, and compliance.

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Sports Law

Sport is more than passion; it’s contracts, compliance, and careers. At Hansen Advocates, we provide athletes, clubs, federations, and sponsors with expert legal support in player contracts, governance, sponsorships, doping disputes, and disciplinary matters.

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Climate Change & Sustainable Development Advisory

We offer advisory services in climate change and sustainable development, assisting clients in regulatory compliance, sustainability strategies, carbon footprint reduction, and green finance initiatives to promote environmental stewardship and legal adherence.

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Research & Knowledge Management

At Hansen Advocates, we recognize that robust research and effective knowledge management are the cornerstones of delivering top-tier legal services.

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Our Accolades

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Why Choose Our Firm

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Client-Centered Approach

We take time to understand your unique needs and tailor solutions specifically for you.

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Expert Legal Insight

Our team brings deep knowledge and practical experience across multiple areas of law.

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Results-Driven

We focus on delivering outcomes that matter, with strategies designed for success.

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Hansen Omido, CPM
Founding Partner

 

Hansen Omido, CPM, is the Founding Partner of Hansen Advocates LLP and an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with extensive experience in corporate and commercial law, dispute resolution, real estate and project financing, banking and financial services, succession and estate planning, mediation, public policy development, and legal research. He combines strong legal acumen with strategic commercial insight to deliver practical, commercially sound, and high-impact legal solutions to businesses, investors, financial institutions, and individuals.

As the Founding Partner of Hansen Advocates LLP, Hansen provides strategic leadership and direction to the firm, championing a culture of professional excellence, integrity, innovation, and client-focused service. His vision is anchored in building a progressive legal practice that goes beyond conventional legal representation to create lasting value for clients, institutions, and the wider community.

Hansen has built a diverse and impactful legal career, having worked with leading law firms, including MAK & Partners Advocates LLP, Mosioma & Co. Advocates, and Ashitiva Advocates LLP. These experiences have enabled him to develop deep expertise in corporate advisory, real estate transactions, dispute resolution, and financial sector legal services, establishing him as a trusted legal advisor and strategic partner to a diverse clientele.

His experience includes leading the restructuring of companies with a combined asset base exceeding Kshs. 800 million, developing and advising on family trust structures holding assets worth over USD 20 million, and overseeing complex real estate and development projects valued at more than Kshs. 3 billion. Notably, he structured and provided legal oversight for a Kshs. 400 million residential development project for Kenya Airways staff, supporting regulatory compliance, transaction efficiency, risk mitigation, and effective project execution.

In banking and financial services, Hansen has extensive experience in the perfection of securities, structuring of transactions, and advising on complex commercial arrangements. His work has involved leading financial institutions, including KCB Bank, Kingdom Bank, Victoria Commercial Bank, UNFCU, and UNSACCO. He also advises and represents financial institutions in commercial transactions, recovery proceedings, and complex disputes, bringing together legal precision, commercial awareness, and a practical understanding of financial risk.

Beyond commercial practice, Hansen is committed to access to justice, human rights, and public interest advocacy. He has provided pro bono legal representation in matters involving gender-based violence, discrimination against persons living with HIV, and other vulnerable groups. This commitment reflects his conviction that the law should serve not only as an instrument of commercial certainty but also as a means of protecting rights, promoting fairness, and advancing social justice.

Hansen also contributes to sports governance and institutional development. He serves as Chairman of Stingers Rugby Club and Secretary to the Kenya Rugby Union Constitution Review Committee, roles through which he contributes to governance reform, institutional strengthening, and policy development within Kenyan rugby.

He holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B), a Postgraduate Diploma in Law, and a Master of Arts in International Relations and Diplomacy. He is also a Certified Professional Mediator (CPM), complementing his legal practice with expertise in negotiation, conflict resolution, and alternative dispute resolution.

Away from the boardroom, courtroom, and demands of legal practice, Hansen has a creative side that may surprise many: he is a skilled rapper with a passion for music and lyrical expression. This distinctive blend of legal intellect, strategic thinking, leadership, and creativity reflects a personality that is as dynamic as it is grounded.

For Hansen, building a successful legal practice is about more than transactions, disputes, or professional recognition. It is about building institutions, cultivating meaningful relationships, and creating enduring value. Through his leadership at Hansen Advocates LLP, he continues to pursue a vision of legal practice defined by excellence, integrity, innovation, and lasting impact.

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hansen@hansenadvocates.com

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Njiule Wakoli, DPO
Partner 

 

Njiule Wakoli, DPO, is an accomplished Advocate of the High Court of Kenya and a dynamic legal practitioner with extensive experience delivering tailored legal solutions across East Africa. He holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from Mount Kenya University, a Post Graduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law, and specialized certifications in IP Law from the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and Data Protection from Strathmore University.

Throughout his career, Njiule has built a robust professional background through impactful roles in public and private institutions. He has served as a Bench Legal Researcher at the Rent Restriction Tribunal in Nairobi, a corporate agent and legal assistant at Elegant Investments 1996 Limited, and gained early experience at Chege Kibathi & Co. Advocates and the High Court of Kenya. Notably, he has acted as lead counsel in landmark public interest cases successfully reviewing the jurisdiction of select Kenyan tribunals, and was recognized in 2023 as the best upcoming litigator and debater before Lord Baron Burnett of Maldon, the Chief Justice of England and Wales.

Beyond his formal legal practice, Njiule is deeply committed to leadership, community development, and collaborative teamwork. He demonstrated early leadership as the President of the Students Governing Council at the Kenya School of Law and continues to drive community engagement through pro bono initiatives supporting access to justice in Kajiado County. His multi-faceted leadership skills are also reflected in his social contributions, where he actively serves as the secretary-general of the Kurasa Leadership Society and the Chairman of the Tigers Rugby Club.

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Francis Kariuki Kinuthia
Director of Operations

 

Francis Kariuki Kinuthia serves as the Director of Operations, where he leads the firm's operational strategy, business processes, and administrative functions to ensure seamless service delivery and sustainable growth. As the driving force behind the firm's operational excellence, he is responsible for optimizing workflows, enhancing efficiency, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring that the firm's strategic objectives are effectively translated into measurable outcomes.

With extensive experience in operations management, project execution, and organizational leadership, Francis brings a unique blend of strategic oversight and hands-on execution to the firm. He oversees internal operations, resource management, performance systems, client support functions, and process improvement initiatives, ensuring that the firm consistently delivers exceptional service while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism and efficiency.

Before joining the firm, Francis served in senior operational leadership roles, including as Director of Operations at Orca Agriculture Company in Israel, where he managed large-scale operations, coordinated multidisciplinary teams, and oversaw the implementation of systems designed to improve productivity, resource utilization, and organizational performance. His international experience provided him with valuable exposure to global best practices in operations management, strategic planning, and business process optimization. He further enhanced his expertise through advanced training at the Arava International Centre in Israel, gaining insights into innovative management systems, operational efficiency models, and large-scale project coordination.

Known for his structured, solutions-oriented, and results-driven approach, Francis works closely with the firm's leadership team to strengthen organizational capacity, improve operational performance, and support the firm's continued growth. His leadership philosophy is grounded in accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement, ensuring that Hansen Advocates LLP remains agile, efficient, and positioned to meet the evolving needs of its clients.

Away from the office, Francis is a former rugby player and an aspiring professional golfer. The transition from the teamwork and intensity of rugby to the precision and strategy of golf reflects the qualities he brings to leadership, discipline, resilience, focus, and a commitment to continuous growth. Whether driving operational excellence or pursuing personal goals, he approaches every challenge with determination, professionalism, and an unwavering pursuit of excellence.

Email: francis@hansenadvocates.com

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Njiule Wakoli, DPO
Partner 

 

Njiule Wakoli, DPO, is an accomplished Advocate of the High Court of Kenya and a dynamic legal practitioner with extensive experience delivering tailored legal solutions across East Africa. He holds a Bachelor of Laws (LLB) from Mount Kenya University, a Post Graduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law, and specialized certifications in IP Law from the World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO) and Data Protection from Strathmore University.

Throughout his career, Njiule has built a robust professional background through impactful roles in public and private institutions. He has served as a Bench Legal Researcher at the Rent Restriction Tribunal in Nairobi, a corporate agent and legal assistant at Elegant Investments 1996 Limited, and gained early experience at Chege Kibathi & Co. Advocates and the High Court of Kenya. Notably, he has acted as lead counsel in landmark public interest cases successfully reviewing the jurisdiction of select Kenyan tribunals, and was recognized in 2023 as the best upcoming litigator and debater before Lord Baron Burnett of Maldon, the Chief Justice of England and Wales.

Beyond his formal legal practice, Njiule is deeply committed to leadership, community development, and collaborative teamwork. He demonstrated early leadership as the President of the Students Governing Council at the Kenya School of Law and continues to drive community engagement through pro bono initiatives supporting access to justice in Kajiado County. His multi-faceted leadership skills are also reflected in his social contributions, where he actively serves as the secretary-general of the Kurasa Leadership Society and the Chairman of the Tigers Rugby Club.

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