Iseme, Kamau & Maema Advocates (IKM) – DLA Piper Africa, Kenya
Iseme, Kamau & Maema Advocates (IKM) is a premier full-service law firm based in Nairobi, Kenya. With a distinguished presence in the legal market for over 30 years, IKM is the Kenyan member of DLA Piper Africa, a network of 20 leading law firms across the continent. This affiliation offers clients access to unparalleled legal coverage across Africa, as well as seamless support on cross-border matters through the wider DLA Piper global platform.
IKM is known for its deep expertise in six core practice areas: corporate and commercial law, dispute resolution, projects and infrastructure, real estate, finance and tax. The firm’s lawyers are not only technically proficient but also recognised thought leaders, frequently sought after for their ability to deliver innovative, practical, and commercially sound legal solutions.
Combining international standards with local insight, IKM provides multidisciplinary legal support tailored to the unique regulatory, economic, and cultural dynamics of the Kenyan market. The firm advises a broad spectrum of clients, including local and international corporations, financial institutions, private equity funds, government entities, and multilateral organizations on complex matters both within Kenya and across borders.
Kenya’s strategic role as a regional economic powerhouse has positioned IKM as a trusted legal partner for clients looking to invest, operate, or expand in East Africa. The firm’s strong local capabilities, coupled with DLA Piper’s global reach, make IKM particularly well suited to support clients at local, regional, and international levels.
Practice Areas: Commercial, Employment Law & IPT; Corporate Law; Dispute Resolution; Project, Energy & Restructuring; Real Estate & Finance; Tax Law