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 recognition as the Best Full-Service Law Firm – African Excellence Awards 2025, reflecting the trust our clients place in us and our unwavering dedication to delivering outstanding 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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One Vision. One Firm. Endless Possibilities

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
Managing Partner

 

Hansen Omido, CPM serves as the Managing Partner of the firm and is 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 is recognised for combining strong legal acumen with strategic commercial insight, delivering practical, high-impact legal solutions while driving excellence across the firm.

Hansen has built a diverse and impactful legal career working with leading law firms including MAK & Partners Advocates LLP, Mosioma & Co. Advocates, and Ashitiva Advocates LLP. Through these roles, he has developed deep expertise in corporate advisory, real estate transactions, dispute resolution, and financial sector legal services, earning a reputation as a trusted advisor to businesses, investors, financial institutions, and families.

He has successfully led the restructuring of companies with a combined asset base exceeding Kshs. 800 million, developed and advised on family trust structures holding assets worth over USD 20 million, and overseen 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, ensuring regulatory compliance, transaction efficiency, risk mitigation, and successful project execution.

He has also developed strong expertise in banking and financial services law, having perfected securities and structured transactions for leading financial institutions including KCB Bank, Kingdom Bank, Victoria Commercial Bank, UNFCU, and UNSACCO. He regularly advises and represents financial institutions in commercial transactions, recovery proceedings, and complex disputes, reinforcing his standing as a reliable legal and commercial strategist.

Hansen is also deeply committed to access to justice 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, demonstrating a strong commitment to social justice, human rights, and community empowerment.

Beyond legal practice, Hansen holds key leadership roles in sports governance. He serves as Chairman of Stingers Rugby Club and Secretary to the Kenya Rugby Union Constitution Review Committee, where he contributes to institutional reform, governance strengthening, and policy development within Kenyan rugby.

He holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree, a Postgraduate Diploma in Law, a Master of Arts in International Relations and Diplomacy, and is a Certified Professional Mediator (CPM).

Here’s a fun twist: when he’s not structuring multimillion-dollar transactions, shaping succession plans, or arguing complex legal matters, Hansen might just surprise you with his hidden talent. He is a skilled rapper with a knack for dropping bars as smooth as his courtroom arguments. With an unrivaled blend of professionalism, creativity, and a touch of rhythm, Hansen is redefining what it means to lead, inspire, and make a lasting impact

Professional Affiliations

  • East Africa Law Society
  • Law Society of Kenya

Email

hansen@hansenadvocates.com

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Valerie Cherono, CPM
Partner | Head of Strategy

Valerie Cherono is a Partner and the Head of Strategy at Hansen Advocates, and an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a diverse and dynamic legal background spanning commercial law, conveyancing, intellectual property, entertainment law, and creative economy advisory. She is widely recognised for her innovative, solutions-driven approach to legal practice and her ability to translate complex legal challenges into clear, actionable strategies.

Before joining Hansen Advocates, Valerie built her legal foundation at Robson Harris Advocates LLP, where she gained extensive experience in legal advisory, transactional work, and strategic client engagement. Her time there played a key role in shaping her practical, commercially aware approach to legal practice and strengthened her ability to deliver high-quality legal solutions in fast-paced environments.

At the firm, Valerie leads the firm's strategic direction, ensuring that clients benefit from well-structured, forward-thinking legal strategies aligned with their commercial and operational objectives. She is known for developing step-by-step legal and business strategies that transform legal challenges into opportunities for growth, compliance, and long-term sustainability.

Her practice experience includes managing high-value property transactions worth millions of shillings, structuring and perfecting securities for leading financial institutions with portfolios exceeding Ksh 5 billion, and advising on the formation and structuring of sustainable business entities. She also has strong expertise in intellectual property law, supporting creatives, innovators, and businesses in protecting, commercialising, and leveraging their intellectual property assets.

Valerie has a particular passion for the creative economy, content creation industry, and entertainment sector, where she advises clients on brand protection, content monetisation, contracts, licensing, and digital platform legal frameworks. Her work in this space reflects her commitment to supporting innovation and the growth of Kenya's creative and digital industries.

When she's not busy being a legal superhero, Valerie's life is just as colorful. A founding force behind Kenya's first online radio station dedicated solely to Kenyan music, Radio 254, she even took a spin as a radio presenter. Outside the office, she loves podcasting, traveling, and devouring books, and her legendary skills in the kitchen? Let's just say Michelin stars better watch out.

With her dynamic mix of professionalism, creativity, and a dash of fun, Valerie Cherono isn't just shaping the legal landscape; she's making it her playground. If you're looking for legal excellence with a touch of flair, Valerie's the one to ring.

Professional Affiliations

  • East Africa Law Society
  • Law Society of Kenya

Email

valerie@hansenadvocates.com

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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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