About SMC

SMC Law is the trading name of Sarange Mwaniki and Company Advocates. We are a full service law firm that understands the need to deploy resource optimization strategies to cut overheads so as to achieve optimal and cost efficient service delivery in the legal arena. 

What we are experts at

Real Estate and Construction Law

SMC Law has in-depth knowledge of the prevailing land laws to assist on the practical aspects of the entire process. With an understanding that even the smallest error or misjudgment can lead to unprecedented losses and even a breakdown in the deal, we ensure that clients walk into a transaction with eyes wide open seeing the full scope of possibilities.

Intellectual Property Law

SMC Law realizes that we are living in flourishing entrepreneurial culture. We want to help you harness and protect full rights to your creations. With one of our Partners being a registered Intellectual Property Agent with the Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI) we are geared to offer support the full cycle of brand development.

Banking and Finance Law

With back-ground as in-house counsel in one of the largest private groups in Kenya, SMC Law partners are well-positioned to offer astute real-world business driven solutions. We have in-depth experience in the banking sector and serve both borrowers and lenders.

Employment and Labour Law

SMC Law understands that a successful business needs a team of visionary and contented employees. We work with both parties to ensure that there are valid and enforceable employment contracts and handbooks, non-compete agreements.

Corporate law, business records management and audits

SMC Law understands that businesses run into challenges keeping stock of the many contracts and agreements necessary to make a business run. In this regard, we offer detailed review and audits on neglected paperwork, filings and other compliance and regulatory matters.

Estate Planning and Succession Law

SMC Law places estate planning as a key segment of the practice. We understand the importance of putting in place a solid plan for the future.

Data Protection and Privacy Experience

At SMC, we pride ourselves in assisting clients in safeguarding their organisation from non-compliance risks while ensuring that commercial aims and objectives are not adversely impacted.

Why Clients Choose Us

Our desire is not just to resolve problems and manage crises, but wherever possible prevent them. For trusted guidance and representation both in litigious and non-litigious matters and across a spectrum of complex legal concerns, SMC Law is a one-stop shop.

  • We are all round. As a full service law firm we’re able to give a multi-disciplinary eye to all client issues.
  • We seek lasting relationships.
  • We give value for money.
testimonial

Words From Clients

  • What SMC Law offers is versatility, clarity and simplicity. From advising on distributorship arrangements, crafting shareholder agreements and negotiating out of court settlements, the firm with Divinah giving us partner level attention has helped us navigate various legal issues. It’s always an added benefit to both client when a law firm can act as a one stop-shop for all client needs

    When dealing with Divinah we get a sense of comfort in the handling of our matters. She is always responsive and has the ability to understand client`s needs and with the alertness to identify any pitfalls.

    Naresh Bagani
    Shiva
  • Karibu Homes Residents Association highly recommends SMC Law for any professional undertaking. Divinah has gone above and beyond in dealing with our legal concerns. She is  always available providing objective and thorough direction and guidance.

    In our matter which involved challenging a developer’s day to day management of our estate and accountability for service charge funds, Divinah has been insightful, organised and methodical in her approach. We are very content with the quality of services. SMC Law is a safe pair of hands.

    Karibu Homes Residents Association
    Nairobi