Welcome to Okemwa & Co. Advocates
JSC Proceedings & Constitutional Litigation
Specialist legal representation in constitutional litigation, judicial review, and appellate advocacy before Kenya's superior courts.
Specialist Public-Law Practice
Managing Partner & Lead Advocate
Jason Kefa Okemwa is a leading advocate for judicial accountability and institutional integrity. Through high-stakes constitutional litigation at the Supreme Court, he has reshaped Kenya's framework for judging administrative action, advancing merit review and fair process in JSC disciplinary proceedings. He acts for judicial officers and judiciary staff facing institutional sanction, and has consistently prevailed in defending the Constitution's promise of fair administrative action under Article 47. His work has fundamentally altered how Kenya's courts assess the JSC's exercise of power.
Court-Focused
Supreme Court Advocate
Credentials
Certified Mediator
Location
Nairobi, Kenya
Constitutional & Administrative Litigation
“Defending procedural fairness and administrative accountability across all judicial tiers in Kenya.”
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Supreme Court appearances against the JSC
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Reported Supreme Court success record
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Court of Appeal judgments
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ELRC cases cited with approval by the Supreme Court
Our specialist services
Specialist litigation practice
Public law litigation and administrative challenges under Article 47 of the Constitution, defending fair process and legitimate expectations.
Reported Case Law
[2025] KESC 53 (KLR)
A key Supreme Court authority defining the constitutional limits and delegation of JSC disciplinary functions under Article 172.
[2025] KESC 48 (KLR)
Crucial Supreme Court precedent on procedural compliance and statutory protections under the Fair Administrative Action Act in JSC disciplinary proceedings.
[2024] KESC 69 (KLR)
Landmark Supreme Court ruling establishing protections against double jeopardy post-acquittal and defining remedies for judicial officers.
What our
Judicial Officer / Supreme Court Appellant
Unwavering Persistence & Supreme Court Precedent
“When the Court of Appeal dismissed our matter after we had already succeeded at the Employment and Labour Relations Court, I was ready to give up. Okemwa & Company Advocates were not. They explained the position to me plainly, told me the appeal was worth taking further, and moved to the Supreme Court without hesitation. That decision changed everything. The outcome did more than resolve my case — it set a precedent that will stand for others who come after me. I am deeply grateful for the firm's professionalism, clarity, and sheer persistence when the odds looked settled against us. I recommend Okemwa & Company Advocates without reservation.”
Landmark Litigation Client
Nine Years Across Three Superior Courts
“I faced a complex judicial service matter that took nine years and three Superior Courts to resolve. Okemwa & Company Advocates argued it at the Employment and Labour Relations Court, defended it at the Court of Appeal and again at the Supreme Court, where the Commission’s appeal was dismissed. I valued Mr. Okemwa’s honesty and professionalism. He gave me a clear assessment of the law, managed my expectations and remained focused throughout. My case is now a landmark precedent. I recommend Okemwa Advocates without reservation.”
Corporate Client / Public Interest Client
Unmatched Rigor in Judicial Review
“When facing an adverse administrative decision, we needed a firm with deep knowledge of Article 47 and administrative law. Advocate Jason Kefa Okemwa and his team demonstrated exceptional preparation and attention to detail throughout our judicial review application. Their strategic approach delivered a favorable outcome in court. Highly recommended for any complex public-law dispute.”
Need to discuss a legal matter?
We review administrative decisions, disciplinary notices, and court records to provide objective, court-tested strategic advice.
The firm's approach combines close attention to the administrative record, exhaustive legal research, and clear case strategy. No result is guaranteed; advice is tailored strictly to the facts and legal framework of each matter.