Advocates · Nairobi & Mombasa
Strategic Litigation for Complex Legal Problems
We advise businesses, institutions and individuals in complex disputes, business transactions, regulatory matters and private legal affairs across Kenya.
Trusted Legal Representation with Practical Solutions
About Us
Mursal Hajj & Company Advocates is a Kenya-based law firm delivering practical, efficient, and results-driven legal solutions to individuals, businesses, and institutions. We combine strong legal expertise with a practical understanding of business, allowing us to provide advice that is both legally sound and commercially effective.
Our clients include entrepreneurs, corporations, investors, professionals, and public institutions, across sectors such as construction, real estate, finance, manufacturing, trade, and emerging industries.
Through strategic legal advice, careful analysis, and strong advocacy, we help clients navigate legal complexity and move forward with confidence.
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I have a business dispute
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Our Practice Areas
At Mursal Hajj & Company Advocates, we provide a broad range of legal services designed to support individuals, businesses, and institutions in navigating complex legal and commercial environments. Our firm combines legal expertise with practical insight to deliver solutions that protect our clients’ interests and support their growth.
Below are some of the key practice areas in which we advise and represent our clients.
Strategic Litigation
We represent individuals, businesses, and institutions in civil litigation, commercial and business disputes, employment disputes, and alternative dispute resolution — including arbitration, mediation, and negotiation — before courts, tribunals, and regulatory bodies.
Business & Corporate
We advise businesses at every stage of development — from formation and corporate governance to mergers, acquisitions, commercial contracts, tax and regulatory compliance, and complex commercial transactions.
Private Client
We provide discreet, professional advice on real estate and property matters, family law, and succession, guided by careful attention to our clients' rights and long-term interests.
Who We Serve
INDUSTRIES WE ADVISE
Our firm serves a diverse range of clients across multiple sectors.
Construction
Contracts, regulatory compliance, dispute resolution and project risk management for contractors and developers.
Real Estate
Property transactions, due diligence, conveyancing and resolution of real estate disputes.
Banking & Finance
Regulatory compliance, financing agreements and secured transactions for lenders and institutions.
Manufacturing
Commercial contracts, regulatory compliance and operational risk management for manufacturers.
Trade, Customs & Logistics
Cross-border transactions, customs compliance and commercial agreements for importers and exporters.
Technology & Emerging Industries
Forward-looking legal support for startups and innovation-driven businesses.
Leadership
Meet the Team
Mursal Hajj Ali
Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a multidisciplinary background spanning law, taxation, accounting, and business strategy. Extensive experience in litigation, commercial advisory, and regulatory matters.
Dr. Ahmed Yassin Jelle
Specialist in International Trade Law, with experience at leading Kenyan firms and deep familiarity with both international frameworks and Kenya's domestic regulatory environment.
Insights
Latest Legal Intelligence
Real Estate
What to Check Before You Buy Land in Kenya
A practical overview of the due diligence steps every buyer should complete before transferring title.
Employment Law
Understanding Unfair Termination Claims
What Kenyan labour law says about dismissal, and the steps an affected employee can take.
Regulatory
Key Compliance Obligations for Kenyan Companies
An overview of statutory obligations directors and shareholders should be aware of.
Track Record
Representative Matters
Challenge
A construction company faced a payment dispute with a subcontractor.
Issue
Breach of a construction contract and disputed variation claims.
Approach
Negotiated resolution supported by contract analysis, avoiding prolonged litigation.
Result
Matter resolved through negotiated settlement, preserving the business relationship.