NEWS & UPDATES
K&S SHORTLISTED FOR 4 CATEGORIES FOR THE LAW DIGEST AWARDS
K&S is pleased to announce that it has been shortlisted in the following four categories for the Law Digest Africa Awards 2018: Managing Partner of the Year 2018 Capital Markets Team 2018 Law Firm of the Year 2018 M&A Team of the Year 2018 For more info click here.
A&O and K&S Infrastructure Forum
Kaplan & Stratton Advocates and Allen & Overy hosting “Trends in Africa – Energy & Infrastructure” and “International Dispute Resolution” at the Radisson Blu in Nairobi
K&S LEAD ADVISER TO AMERICAN TOWER CORPORATION
K&S Lead Adviser to American Tower Corporation on its acquisition of 723 communication towers from Telkom Kenya.
MARRIAGE ACT SIGNED INTO LAW
In March 2014, Parliament passed the Marriage Act 2014 into law. The Act was assented to by the President on 29th April, 2014 and came into force on 20th May, 2014. The Act defines marriage as the voluntary union of a man and a woman whether in a monogamous or […]
K&S RANKED TOP BY IFLR 1000 – 2015
Kaplan & Stratton receives the strongest feedback in terms of the quality of work produced as standard. Clients praise both the technical quality and “invaluable” commercial experience the firm offers.
KAPLAN & STRATTON JOINS TRUSTLAW CONNECT
Kaplan & Stratton has joined Trust Law Connect a global pro bono service association established by the Thomas Reuters Foundation that connects the best law firms and corporate legal teams around the world with NGOs and social enterprises in need of free legal assistance.
RECENT DEALS-SYNGENTA FOUNDATION
Kaplan & Stratton were instructed by Syngenta Foundation a non-profit social enterprise based in Basel, Switzerland to spin the Foundation’s “Kilimo Salama” programme into an independent for-profit (social enterprise) regulated entity.
ADVOC ESTABLISHES AN INFORMAL CO-OPERATION WITH LEX AFRICA
ADVOC (The International Network of Independent Law Firms) is a legal network of over 10,000 lawyers that offers global coverage of elite firms whose specialists belong to global Practice Groups sharing legal know-how in all major practice areas.
MANAGING IP- EUROMONEY
Kaplan & Stratton has been ranked in Tier I by Managing IP in Trademark Prosecution,Trademark and Copyright Contentious and Patents Prosecution and Patent Contentious.
CHAMBERS GLOBAL RANKS KAPLAN & STRATTON AS A TIER 1 2014
They say: “A market-leading one-stop shop for commercial matters, with notable tax capabilities adding to the firm’s excellent transactional practice. Also frequently sought by clients for IP advice. A respected real estate and infrastructure practice, with a good record on geothermal power projects.”
IFLR 1000 RANKS KAPLAN & STRATTON AS A TIER 1 LAW FIRM 2014
They say: “The firm receives the strongest feedback in terms of the quality of work produced as standard. Clients praise both the technical quality and “invaluable” commercial experience the firm offers.”
LEGAL 500 EMEA RANKS KAPLAN & STRATTON AS A TIER 1 LAW FIRM
They say: “Kaplan & Stratton’s team, is considered to be ‘second to none’. Clients have ‘full confidence’ in the team which provides ‘service standards similar to those of the world’s best law firms.”
THE WORLD TRADEMARK REVIEW 1000 RANKS KAPLAN & STRATTON IN TIER 1 2014
They say: “Meticulous in its approach – and hugely experienced – Kaplan & Stratton is a top firm on the market.” It enjoys a loyal following of prestigious local and international brands and, with its long history of practice, it knows how to get the job done quickly and to the highest standards.
PRUDENTIAL ENTERS KENYAN LIFE INSURANCE MARKET
Prudential Plc has, in a multimillion Shilling deal, acquired Shield Assurance Company Limited marking its entry into the Kenyan life insurance market. Nairobi is expected to become Prudential’s East African Regional hub to contribute to the region’s economic growth.
NEW PARTNERS
Kaplan & Stratton is pleased to announce the elevation to Partner of Caroline Etyang and Joseph Ng’ang’ira.