13th April 2023
Oraro & Company Advocates is proud to announce its continued success in the latest edition of the Legal 500 EMEA 2023 rankings. Once again, the firm has achieved Tier 1 status in Dispute Resolution and has also been ranked in Employment, Banking, Finance & Capital Markets, Real Estate & Construction, and Privatisation and Projects, a testament to the firm’s unwavering commitment to excellence in its provision of legal services.
The Founding Partner, George Oraro SC, has been ranked in the Hall of Fame category for his exceptional expertise and contribution to the Dispute Resolution practice. The Senior Partner, Chacha Odera, has retained his recognition as a Leading Individual in both Dispute Resolution and Employment.
Deputy Managing Partner, John Mbaluto, FCIArb, has been recognized as a Leading Individual in Dispute Resolution, while Noella Lubano, a Partner at the firm, has also retained her recognition as a Next Generation Partner in the same category.
Other lawyers in the firm who have been recognized as recommended lawyers in various practice areas include: Managing Partner Pamella Ager, Partners Jacob Ochieng, Cindy Oraro, and James Kituku, and Senior Associate Sandra Kavagi. Senior Associate, Anne Kadima, has also been recognized as a Key Lawyer in the Dispute Resolution practice.
“Our continued recognition by Legal 500 as a top-tier law firm in the Kenyan market demonstrates our commitment to providing exceptional value and services to our clients,” said the Managing Partner, Pamella Ager. “We are dedicated to achieving excellence in every aspect of our practice and delivering innovative solutions that prioritize client care and satisfaction.”
The rankings reflect the firm’s strengths and capabilities across multiple practice areas, including Dispute Resolution, Employment, Banking, Finance & Capital Markets, Real Estate & Construction, and Privatisation and Projects. Clients have praised the firm for being “courteous, responsive, and efficient in providing updates and feedback.” Clients also highlighted the firm’s ability to provide solutions and come through when needed, even at short notice.
The Legal 500 is a leading guide in the legal profession that assesses the strengths of law firms in over 150 jurisdictions worldwide. The firm is honoured to be recognized by such a prestigious organization and remains committed to delivering the highest level of legal services to its clients.
About Oraro & Company Advocates
Oraro & Company Advocates is a full-service market-leading African law firm established in 1977 with a strong focus on dispute resolution and corporate & commercial law. With a dedicated team of partners and associates, the firm has been consistently ranked by leading legal directories such as Chambers Global, IFLR1000 and Legal 500 as a top-tier firm in Kenya.
Oraro & Company Advocates prides itself in its deeply rooted client relationships by providing quality legal services through its partner-led approach, drawing from local knowledge and global perspectives.
The firm is a full Affiliate Member of AB & David Africa, a Pan-African business law network committed to ensuring that businesses and projects succeed in Africa, by helping clients minimize the risks associated with doing business in the continent. This enables the firm to offer cross-jurisdictional legal advice in a seamless manner, while maintaining the highest professional standards.
