Christine Mugenyu
Christine Mugenyu is a Senior Associate in our Dispute Resolution and Employment Law practice areas.
About Christine
About Christine
Christine began her career as a volunteer at Kituo cha Sheria in 2015. In 2017, she joined in law firm in Kenya as a Legal Trainee and was appointed as an Associate in 2018. She joined Kieti Advocates LLP in 2020. Christine was promoted to Senior Associate in April 2022.
Credentials
Credentials
Education
- LLB (Second Class Upper Honours), University of Nairobi
- Certified Secretary (CS) (Part I-III)
- International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Certified Tribunal Secretary (2021)
- Certified Professional Mediator CPM (MTI) (2021)
Memberships
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Law Society of Kenya
- Young Members Group (YMG), CIArb Kenya
Languages
Languages
- English
- Swahili
About Christine
Christine began her career as a volunteer at Kituo cha Sheria in 2015. In 2017, she joined in law firm in Kenya as a Legal Trainee and was appointed as an Associate in 2018. She joined Kieti Advocates LLP in 2020. Christine was promoted to Senior Associate in April 2022.
Credentials
Education
- LLB (Second Class Upper Honours), University of Nairobi
- Certified Secretary (CS) (Part I-III)
- International Chamber of Commerce (ICC) Certified Tribunal Secretary (2021)
- Certified Professional Mediator CPM (MTI) (2021)
Memberships
-
Law Society of Kenya
- Young Members Group (YMG), CIArb Kenya
Languages
- English
- Swahili
Experience
Legal advice
Assisting in successfully acting for Uchumi Supermarkets in applying for the approval of the Company’s Voluntary. Arrangement (CVA) to the High Court of Kenya. The first application of its kind to be made in Kenya under the Insolvency Act, 2015.
Legal advice
Involved in acting for Hoggers Limited (a company in administration) by advising the company on the administration process, options available at the end of the administration and also filing the appropriate applications before the High Court of Kenya.
Legal advice
Successfully defending a senior employee against contempt proceedings filed in an ongoing employment dispute before the Employment and Labour Relations Court.
Legal advice
Advising a local investigative and in-depth journalism production house on a defamation claim.
Legal advice
Defending a local company in arbitration proceedings for a claim of approximately KES 1 Million.
Legal advice
Successfully acting for various local companies in debt recovery claims.
Legal advice
Involved in the successful negotiation of numerous out of court settlements resulting in the resolution of court cases.
Legal advice
Successfully defending leading banking institutions in opposing applications for injunctions seeking to interfere with the exercise of the right to statutory power of sale.
Legal advice
Advising various private and multinational companies on employment law matters relating to work injury claims, wrongful dismissal, termination, and redundancies.
Legal advice
Advising leading insurance companies in prosecuting and defending of negligence claims on behalf of their insured.
News
Lender’s victory: Essential strategies for effective security enforcement
On 11 November 2024, the High Court in East African Cables PLC v Equity Bank (Kenya) Limited KEHC 14009 (KLR) delivered a ruling that reaffirmed the strong position of secured creditors...
Avoid costly mistakes: Why formal agreements are critical in mutual separations
What happens when a resignation is agreed upon without the clarity of a formal written agreement? The recent case of Mwenda v Afri Business LLP and Another KEELRC 2346 highlights the...
Liquidation of Tuskys Supermarket: A case of too little too late
On 31 May 2023, Justice Majanja issued a judgment that marked an end to the restructuring efforts of Tuskys Supermarket after a three-year court battle. It was another classic example...
How employers in Kenya can successfully manage the redundancy process
Declaration of redundancy is a managerial prerogative driven by business operations and market dynamics. This being a strategic business decision, the courts are reluctant to interfere...
How companies may mitigate claims for unfair termination by non-executive directors
What happens when a company does not define the type of engagement of a director? Can a director claim to be an employee of the company? How can companies mitigate against claims from...
Accelerate Action in the legal industry through mentorship and leadership – Part 3
As we draw to the close of International Women’s Day Month, we invite you to listen to Part 3 of our CDH Women Empowerment Podcast Series — Accelerating Change in the Legal Industry...
A New Era for BPO services? The evolving landscape from the proposed Business Laws (Amendment) Bill 2024
Regulation of Business Process Outsourcing (BPO) became the focus owing to the recent determination in the case of Samasource EPZ Limited t/a Sama v Meta Platforms, Incorporated &...
A new normal for redundancy notices? The A-Z of redundancies in light of new jurisprudential guidance from the ELRC
Redundancy is common among employers who seek to restructure their businesses. It is one way of terminating a contract of employment other than through dismissal or retirement.
Redundancy in Employment Law
Well-versed in Dispute Resolution, Employment Law, and Business Rescue, Restructuring & Insolvency, Christine Mugenyu in our Nairobi office shares her view on successfully managing...
Fixed term contracts - What they don't tell you
A fixed term contract is a contract of service for a specified period of time. Despite having a clear end date, the Courts in Kenya have held that there are certain instances that...
Expertise
Dispute Resolution
Our lawyers work together with clients to find business-oriented dispute resolution solutions.
Employment Law
CDH offers support to clients engaging in the complex and constantly evolving people management space.
Corporate Debt, Turnaround & Restructuring
We have an experience team that can balance our clients' needs with the pragmatic realities they face.
Mediation
Our lawyers have a wealth of experience in advising clients on commercial mediations and other alternative dispute resolution methods to secure lasting and commercially beneficial outcomes.