SKC Advocates LLP offers a comprehensive and commercially focused ADR practice serving clients in Kenya, the wider East African region, and internationally.
Anchored in a strong understanding of Kenyan law and informed by global best practice, we assist clients in resolving complex disputes through efficient, predictable, and cost-effective mechanisms that minimise business disruption .
Our ADR services include Aarbitration, Mediation, Negotiation, and Early Dispute Resolution. We represent clients in both domestic and international arbitrations, with a deep understanding of proceedings under the rules of major arbitral institutions globally; across sectors such as construction and infrastructure, public–private partnerships, energy, and procurement. Our team also advises on drafting and reviewing arbitration agreements, contract management and dispute-avoidance strategies, and the enforcement or setting aside of arbitral awards before Kenyan courts. In mediation, including court-annexed processes, we provide strategic preparation, representation, and guidance on durable settlement structures, with experience in shareholder, employment, land, family business, and community disputes.
clients through structured negotiations, pre-dispute advisory, expert determinations, and early neutral evaluation, enabling informed decision-making before disputes escalate. Our approach is pragmatic and client-centred, balancing legal, commercial, and reputational considerations. We emphasise streamlined processes, confidentiality, and ethical independence, with the objective of achieving timely resolutions that preserve relationships and protect long-term business interests .