Allen Waiyaki Gichuhi, E.B.S., S.C., C. Arb., LLM (QMUL), is a distinguished legal professional with over 28 years of expertise in Dispute Resolution, Commercial and Civil Litigation, Insolvency, Recoveries, and Data Protection. Recognized for his strategic acumen and unwavering commitment to justice, he has played a pivotal role in shaping Kenya’s legal landscape through landmark rulings and legal reforms. He has been instrumental in drafting amendments to the Advocates Remuneration Order (1997 & 2014), the Court Mandated Mediation Rules(2005), Practice Directions for the Court of Appeal (2014), Commercial and Tax Division (2014) , the Environment and Land Court(2014) and the Chartered Institute of Arbitration Rules (2020).
As a seasoned litigator and Senior Counsel, Allen has successfully handled high-stakes cases that have set key legal precedents. His advocacy in a multibillion-shilling financial dispute safeguarded corporate entities from excessive liability, reinforcing contractual protections. He also secured a precedent-setting ruling that defined the timeframe for judicial determinations in procurement disputes, strengthening due process and constitutional compliance.
In taxation law, his victory in a case concerning agency notices led to a transformative ruling granting affected parties a crucial reprieve period before enforcement actions. Additionally, he played a vital role in constitutional litigation challenging arbitrary government revocation of land titles, reinforcing property rights and due process protections.
Allen’s expertise extends to defamation law, where he successfully obtained injunctive orders against damaging online publications, shaping the evolving jurisprudence on digital media accountability. In professional practice, he secured a landmark ruling that shielded legal practitioners from personal financial burdens in procedural objections, fostering a more secure environment for the legal profession.
As the 48th President of the Law Society of Kenya, he spearheaded transformative initiatives, advocating for legal reforms, mentorship, and ethical practice. His leadership within institutions such as the Nairobi Centre for International Arbitration and KEPSA further underscores his commitment to institutional excellence. In August 2025, he was appointed to the Mentorship Committee of the Senior Counsel Bar.
Honored with the Elder of the Order of the Burning Spear (E.B.S.), Allen’s contributions extend beyond litigation. He petitioned parliament to enact a Fraud Bill and introduce the in duplum principle in the Consumer Protection Act. He is deeply involved in mentorship, legal education, and advancing access to justice, embodying a legacy of excellence, integrity, and advocacy. He is an active presenter at the Law Society of Kenya’s Continuous Professional Development courses. He is updating his litigation book, “Litigation- the Art of Strategy and Practice” for publication in 2026.
Core Expertise:
- Dispute Resolution
- Commercial & Civil Litigation
- Administration and Insolvency
- Debt Recovery
- Data Protection & ICT Law
- Arbitration & Mediation
