Conveyancing, Property & Real Estate

We advise clients on property transactions and real estate financing, providing clear, practical legal support for sales, acquisitions, developments, and secured lending matters.

Otwal & Partners LLP offers comprehensive legal services in conveyancing and property law, advising clients on the sale, purchase, leasing, and financing of real estate assets. Our team acts for developers, financiers, entrepreneurs, landlords, tenants, and investors involved in commercial, residential, and mixed-use developments across Kenya.

We provide strategic, results-driven advice on property transactions and the securitisation of land and buildings for loans and mortgages. Our approach combines technical precision with practical solutions, ensuring transactions are structured efficiently, risks are managed effectively, and timelines are met.

We also regularly advise financial institutions and property stakeholders on developments in Kenya’s land laws, including the interpretation and application of the Land Acts. To keep our clients informed, we provide timely legal updates, alerts, and training on emerging issues affecting the real estate sector.

1. Real Estate & Conveyancing Services

Our Real Estate practice covers all aspects of property transactions, including:

Sale, purchase, and transfer of land and property
Transactional and title due diligence
Drafting and negotiation of sale agreements and leases
Subdivision, change of user, extension of leases, and planning approvals
Structuring joint ventures between landowners, developers, and financiers
Mixed-use and large-scale development projects
Environmental and regulatory compliance
Rectification of titles, easements, rights of access, and trusts relating to land
Obtaining statutory consents, registrations, land rent, and rates payments

Beyond traditional conveyancing, our team adopts a proactive, solutions-focused approach to ensure transactions are completed efficiently and in a manner that protects our clients’ commercial interests.

2. Banking & Securities (Property Finance)

Our Banking & Securities practice supports property and asset financing by drafting, reviewing, and perfecting security documentation for lenders and borrowers. We advise on:

Charges, mortgages, debentures, and asset-based securities
Corporate and personal guarantees
Facility agreements and structured lending arrangements
Project, acquisition, trade, and asset finance
Registration and perfection of securities at relevant registries

We work closely with financial institutions to ensure securities are properly structured, perfected, and enforceable. Recognising the challenges posed by registry inefficiencies, our team prioritises reducing turnaround times while maintaining accuracy and compliance.

Our associates collaborate with other practice areas within the firm to provide integrated support on banking disputes, debt recovery, and enforcement of securities, ensuring seamless service from transaction inception to completion.

Our Approach

We combine deep knowledge of property and banking law with a strong understanding of our clients’ commercial objectives. By delivering practical, timely, and business-focused advice, we help our clients complete transactions with confidence and maximise the value of their real estate investments.