Key players in the finance, energy, defence and tech industries routinely seek the expertise of Dentons Hamilton Harrison & Mathews for the team's ease of success in employment disputes, as well as its tailored advice on disciplinary and termination processes, restructuring, employee transfers, and employment contracts. Michi Kirimi specialises in redundancy and restructuring advice, as well as labour disputes with former employees, while Lorna Mainnah is highly regarded for her expertise in immigration matters for expatriate employees. Litigator Ezra Makori is an excellent resource when negotiating with labour unions.

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Testimonials

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‘We have worked on very complex cases with the team. They are organised, professional, resourceful and very sound on matters of law. They are current and will guide clients on legal matters. Their advice is always the right one to follow.’
‘Ezra Makori is exceptional! Professional, available, knowledgeable, respectful, resourceful and always there for his clients. He is one counsel I can call any time of the day to request legal assistance and he will provide the support required from wherever he is.’
‘The team is well structured with a great understanding of the matters in their purview. Diverse and well-skilled team.'
‘Excellent legal advisory services delivered in a timely manner. The team is dedicated in keeping the client updated on the status of the matters.’
‘Effective collaboration and attention to the client's unique organisational set up has been critical in their delivery.’
‘Absolute pleasure working with the employment team, especially Ezra Makori, who has a great understanding of the law and specific needs of the company.’
‘Availability of the team to respond to quick consultations.’

Key clients

G4S Kenya Limited
Water Org
Kenya Kazi Services Limited
Gulf Energy Ltd
One Earth Future Foundation
Federation of Kenya Employers
Wells Fargo Ltd
Airtel Networks Kenya Limited
Lufthansa Cargo AG
National Bank of Kenya Limited

Work highlights

Defended a client against a claim lodged by 63 claimants seeking approximately KSh1.6bn where a substantial part of the claim was dismissed and the claim amount was reduced by over 90%.
Defended a private security services company sued by 245 former employees who were seeking approximately $900,000 for unfair and wrongful dismissal from employment.