Anjarwalla & Khanna

Founded in 1954, Anjarwalla & Khanna has grown with Kenya’s development into the region’s foremost full-service law firm​. The firm leverages over six decades of experience to advise on admiralty and maritime issues such as ship finance, cargo claims, and regulatory compliance in East Africa’s busy ports (Mombasa, Dar es Salaam) while also excelling in corporate and commercial law. With over 100 lawyers, A&K’s depth allows it to handle complex multi-jurisdictional maritime transactions and disputes. It frequently assists shipping companies, port operators, logistics firms, and marine insurers on matters ranging from vessel arrests and collisions to cross-border trade and customs issues. A&K was a pioneer in expanding beyond Kenya, establishing offices in Dar es Salaam and Dubai to better serve maritime and trade clients across Africa and the Middle East​.

The firm’s membership in ALN (Africa Legal Network) further extends its reach to ports and maritime jurisdictions throughout the continent. A&K’s maritime team combines local expertise with a global perspective, often collaborating with international law firms on shipping litigation and arbitration. Notably, its lawyers have been recognized for shipping law excellence in Kenya, reflecting the firm’s significant role in shaping maritime jurisprudence and infrastructure projects in the region. Whether advising on a 30-year port concession or resolving a cargo dispute, Anjarwalla & Khanna provides comprehensive, pragmatic counsel that has made it a go-to firm for admiralty matters in East Africa.