Jocyline Omondi is a Partner in our Conveyancing, Construction and Dispute Resolution Department and a key member of the Litigation and Commercial Practice.

She is an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya, a Court-Annexed Mediator, a Certified Professional Mediator, and a Notary Public. She is also an Associate Member of the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators and a member of several prestigious international organizations, including the Energy Institute and the Association of International Petroleum Negotiators.

Jocyline specializes in Oil and Gas Supply and Contractual Agreements, Construction Law, Employment Law, Commercial and Civil Litigation, Real Estate and Conveyancing Law. She leads legal teams handling major construction projects in Kenya, overseeing dispute resolution, contract negotiation, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance. Her experience spans high-stakes commercial disputes, employment matters, and major infrastructure projects.

In addition to her technical legal skills, Jocyline provides strategic litigation risk mitigation, ensuring clients navigate legal challenges effectively. Her deep understanding of long-term contracts and risk management has made her a sought-after advisor in large-scale construction and commercial projects.

KEY AREAS OF PRACTICE

Construction & Real Estate

• • Lead counsel in several multi-million-dollar construction projects in Kenya, overseeing the preparation, execution, and dispute resolution of complex construction contracts.
  • Successfully handled hundreds of legal matters arising in construction projects, mitigating risks and ensuring compliance with Kenyan and international regulations.
  • Advised developers on off-plan developments, sectional properties regulations, and conveyancing transactions.
  • Represented clients in land and property disputes, including matters involving breach of construction contracts.
  • Represented Real Estate Companies in negotiating and executing long-term commercial agreements, ensuring legal protection and compliance.

Employment & Labor Law

• • Successfully defended a multinational construction company in wrongful termination claims brought by former employees, achieving a favorable settlement.
  • Advised corporate clients on employee contracts, redundancy processes, and compliance with Kenyan labor laws.
  • Advised and reviewed several Fuel Supply agreements with leading energy companies, successfully mitigating major contractual risks within the project.

Commercial & Civil Litigation

• • Lead counsel in multiple high-stakes commercial litigation matters.
  • Successfully handled several cases relating to maintenance and custody matters.

Energy & Regulatory Matters

• • Advised international and local energy firms on policy and legislative reviews affecting oil, gas, and renewable energy projects.
  • Played a key role in structuring and negotiating oil and gas supply agreements, ensuring risk allocation and regulatory compliance.
  • Served as a legal consultant for the UK Department for International Development (DFID)-funded Extractive HUB project, providing insights into policy and regulatory frameworks in Africa.
  • She has experience in Project Finance, Public Private Partnerships projects and risk allocation.

Alternative Dispute Resolution & Mediation

• • Successfully mediated numerous high-value commercial disputes, achieving settlements without lengthy litigation.
  • Appointed as a Court-Annexed Mediator in legal disputes involving commercial, copyright, children, family, environment and employment matters.

Jocyline currently serves as the Assistant Executive Director at Africa Energy and Minerals Management Initiative and the Chief Operating Officer of Elgon Links Energy Solutions Ltd. She is also passionate about mentorship, having guided young professionals in the legal and energy sectors.