Philip Coulson
BowmansDividing its attention between private city master plan developments, construction law matters, conservation projects and commercial leases, Bowmans enjoys a strong position in the fields of real estate and construction. Real estate transactions, construction contracts, private conservancy foundations and land development, and land rights disputes count among the team’s strengths. Practice head Cornelius Kigera is a heavyweight in real estate financing transactions, and is supported by the complex projects-focused Alex Njage, construction law specialist Simon Kiriba, conveyancing and property development expert Paras Shah, and commercial property expert Philip Coulson.
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‘Bowmans has provided an excellent team for our construction advice requests. They are very practical, on point, efficient and professional. They understand our needs very well and provide very realistic advice.’
Key clients
- Tatu City Limited and Tatu City Phase 2 SEZ Limited
- And Beyond Holdings (Pty) Limited
- Sunbird Support Services Kenya Limited
- Gateway Real Estate Africa Limited
- Lewa Wildlife Conservancy
- Borana Conservancy
- Great Plains Conservancy Ltd
- Shompole Plains Ltd
- Tajano Limited
- Ol Pejeta Conservancy
- Goodison Nine Limited
- Base Titanium Limited
- Superior Homes (Kenya) PLC
- Lake Turkana Wind Power Limited
- Base Titanium Limited
- The Nature Conservancy
Work highlights
- Advised And Beyond Holdings (Pty) Limited in the incorporation of Kenyan subsidiaries and acquisition of two parcels of land measuring approximately 50 acres each for purposes of establishing tourist luxury accommodation within Suyian Ranch, which sits on a 44,010-acre parcel of land.
- Advised Lake Turkana Wind Power Limited on land law matters relating to the ownership of property on which the client has built and operates a 310MW wind power project.
- Acted for Ol Pejeta Conservancy in leasing various parcels of land within the conservancy for tourism and conservation purposes.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Simon Kiriba
BowmansPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Cornelius Kigera