People

Experience has included;

• Preparing legal opinions advising local and international clients on the tax implications of proposed investments and transactions including advising on permanent establishment risks, transfer pricing considerations and the applicable tax provisions in Kenya.
• Assisting clients in preparation, lodging and follow up of applications for tax exemption status in Kenya including engaging with the Kenya Revenue Authority team.
• Assisting clients with applications for waiver of penalties and interests accruing from their outstanding tax liabilities.
• Assisting individuals and companies in applications for tax and statutory registrations including following up with the Kenya Revenue Authority.
• Assisting clients in preparing applications for private rulings to be issued by the KRA.
• Advising clients in their engagements with the KRA on tax audits and tax disputes with the KRA.
• As a team member, carrying out tax compliance checks for clients and preparing legal advice on tax compliance.
• As a team member, advising clients on Double Tax Agreements applicable for cross-border transactions including the methods provided under bilateral agreements for elimination of double taxation.

Professional Qualifications

• Advocate admitted to the High Court of Kenya (2022)

Education

• Kenya School of Law, Diploma in Law (2021)
• Catholic University of Eastern Africa (2019)

Prior Experience

• May 2022 to date, Associate, DLA Piper Africa, Kenya (IKM Advocates)
• 2021 to 2022, Pupil, DLA Piper Africa, Kenya (IKM Advocates)

Memberships

• Member of the Law Society of Kenya