Partner & Advocate of the High Court
Dr. Edward is a Scholar-Practitioner at the Intersection of International Human Rights, Constitutional Advocacy, and Global Policy Reform.
About Edward
Scholar-Practitioner, and International Human Rights Expert.
Dr. Edward Kahuthia Murimi is a distinguished Partner at Munyao-Kayugira & Co. Advocates and an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya, admitted to the bar in 2013. A scholar-practitioner of international repute, Dr. Murimi combines frontline legal advocacy with profound expertise in governance, regulatory reform, and international human rights systems. His practice sits at the critical intersection of law, policy, and accountability, providing clients with strategic solutions to complex legal and institutional challenges.
Educational Background
Dr. Murimi holds an exceptional academic record that informs his methodical and rigorous approach to legal practice:
Doctor of Laws (PhD): Ghent University, Belgium.
Master of Laws (LLM) (Distinction): University of Pretoria, South Africa.
Diploma in Human Rights & Gender Equality: Uppsala University, Sweden.
Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Studies: Kenya School of Law.
Bachelor of Laws (LLB): University of Nairobi.
Professional Journey
Dr. Murimi’s decade-long career spans high-level policy engagement and senior advisory roles. At the firm, his portfolio covers constitutional petitions, judicial review, commercial transactions, and succession matters.
Beyond private practice, he has served as a Technical Advisor with GIZ Kenya, strengthening public complaint mechanisms and the implementation of the Access to Information Act. Internationally, he was seconded as a Consultant to the African Union Commission in Addis Ababa, where he supported the operationalization of the African Charter on Democracy, Elections and Governance.
Currently, alongside his practice, he is a Postdoctoral Researcher at the Amsterdam Centre for International Law, University of Amsterdam, investigating the effectiveness of the African human rights system in complex accountability contexts.
Thought Leadership & Affiliations
Dr. Murimi is a widely published scholar whose work appears in the African Human Rights Yearbook, Verfassungsblog, and the Institute for Security Studies. He served as the Legal Editor of the Kenyan Judiciary’s first Bench Book on Electoral Disputes Resolution and is a frequent commentator for the Daily Nation and Business Daily.
Professional Memberships:
Member, Law Society of Kenya (LSK)
Member, East African Law Society (EALS)
Advisor, Agora Strategy
Years of Experience
Successful Cases
His Top Expertise
Edward works across:
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International and Regional Human Rights Law
Dr. Murimi has extensive experience engaging with international and regional human rights mechanisms, including the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights. He has advised on and supported litigation before regional bodies, conducted comparative legal analysis, and contributed to the development of evidentiary and procedural standards in international adjudication.
Employment and Labour Relations Law
He has significant experience advising employers, trade unions, and workers on employment and labour relations, including workplace disputes, collective bargaining, disciplinary processes, occupational health and safety, and labour rights compliance. His work spans litigation before the Employment and Labour Relations Court, policy development, and training on labour standards across key sectors such as agriculture, manufacturing, and export processing zones.
Business and Human Rights
Dr. Murimi advises businesses and organisations on integrating human rights standards into corporate operations, policies, and supply chains. He has worked extensively on corporate accountability, workplace sexual harassment policies, and human rights due diligence, particularly within the horticulture and agribusiness sectors, helping clients manage legal, regulatory, and reputational risk.
Public Interest and Strategic Litigation
Dr. Murimi has been involved in identifying, developing, and supporting strategic litigation aimed at advancing constitutionalism, labour rights, and human rights. His experience includes advising civil society organisations, supporting impact litigation, and contributing to jurisprudential development through carefully selected test cases.
Advisory on Public Sector and County Government Legal Frameworks
He regularly advises national and county government actors, development partners, and implementing agencies on legal and institutional frameworks for devolution, service delivery, and sectoral governance. His work includes supporting policy formulation, legislative drafting processes, and implementation of governance reforms at sub-national levels.
Frequently Asked Questions
Have questions or need clarification? Browse through the most common Asked Questions to find clear answers to your inquiries from our clients.
1. What legal services does Munyao-Kayugira & Co. Advocates offer?
We are a full-service law firm providing specialized legal services across several key departments:
Dispute Resolution: Includes civil and commercial litigation, employment disputes, tax and land cases, debt collection, and alternative dispute resolution (ADR).
Corporate & Commercial Law: Handling business registration, mergers and acquisitions, restructuring, and commercial contracts.
Real Estate & Conveyancing: Focused on property transactions, leases, bank securitization, and real estate development.
Employment & Immigration Law: Advising on labor relations, HR policies, work permits, and citizenship.
Private Client Services: Including estate planning, wills, trusts, and probate administration.
2. How does the firm charge for legal services?
Our billing is transparent and structured according to the nature of the assignment:
Hourly Rates: For legal opinions and commercial transactions, we typically charge based on time expended at applicable hourly rates.
Statutory Fees: For matters like conveyancing and property transactions, we adhere to the Advocates (Remuneration) Order, charging fees that reflect the complexity and time involved while meeting the prescribed minimums.
Tailored Packages: We offer flexible billing structures for clients with large portfolios or those needing constant legal advice.
Disbursements: Clients are billed for third-party costs such as court filing fees and service of summons, all of which are properly accounted for with receipts.
3. Does Munyao-Kayugira & Co. Advocates provide pro bono or CSR services?
Yes. We are committed to integrating social and ethical concerns into our core operations. Our Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) includes:
Pro Bono Services: Providing free or subsidized legal aid to poor, vulnerable, or indigent clients to ensure access to justice, particularly in cases of human rights violations.
Strategic Litigation: Taking up public interest cases to advocate for legal reforms.
Community Support: Contributing to charitable causes, such as donating food and clothing or paying school fees for needy students.
Mentorship: Offering internships to high school and college students.
4. Can the firm assist foreign clients with immigration and business setup in Kenya?
Absolutely. We have extensive experience in assisting both national and foreign corporations. Our services include:
Business Setup: Handling the registration and restructuring of companies, partnerships, and NGOs.
Immigration Support: Assisting with various visas, special passes, student/dependent passes, and work permits for specialized expatriate personnel.
Investor Permits: Helping individuals seeking to invest substantially or set up professional practices in Kenya.
Residency & Citizenship: Facilitating permanent residence and citizenship applications for eligible persons.
5. Why should clients choose Munyao-Kayugira & Co. Advocates?
Clients choose us for our commitment to high-quality, personalized service. Key reasons include:
Expertise & Innovation: We offer unique and creative legal options within regulatory frameworks.
Proven Track Record: Since 2013, we have built long-term relationships with a diverse clientele, including international organizations like Heifer Project International and Women’s Link Worldwide.
Professional Integrity: Our core values of professionalism, transparency, and compassion guide every engagement.
Security & Reliability: We maintain Professional Indemnity Cover to ensure our clients’ interests are always protected.
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