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Last Published: 8/13/2019

The Kenyan legal system is based on British law and Kenyan legal practices and procedures often require the services of either a Kenya-based attorney or an attorney licensed to practice in Kenya. It is advisable that U.S. firms seek the services of such attorneys whenever legal services are required. Though not common, a minor contravention of Kenyan legal practices and procedures (including using the services of a non-Commonwealth attorney), can result in serious repercussions such as company de-registration and nullification of legal agreements, contracts, charges, etc.

Particular attention should be made to visa and immigrant issues, as expatriates can be legally liable for administrative mistakes made by their Kenyan staff.

U.S. firms are also advised to seek clarification of all legal terminology, as legal terms in Kenyan English may mean something different in American English.
 

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