David Njoroge, a distinguished Partner and the Head of the Dispute Resolution Practice Group at Igeria & Ngugi Advocates, brings a wealth of experience to the firm. With 14 years of practice and 16 years with the firm, David is an expert in Litigation and Alternative Dispute Resolution, Employment & Industrial Disputes, Tax Law, Public Interest Litigation & Debt Recovery, Immigration Matters, and Public Procurement Laws.
David’s exemplary legal career is marked by his adept handling of high-profile litigation cases. Notably, he successfully negotiated a $3 million settlement for specific passengers in the Ethiopia vs Boeing accidents of 2019, demonstrating his exceptional negotiation skills and commitment to justice.
David holds a Bachelor of Laws from the University of Nairobi and has been admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya. He is a member of the Law Society of Kenya, the East Africa Law Society, and the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators. His qualifications also include being a Commissioner of Oaths, Notary Public, and a Registered Patent Agent with the Kenya Intellectual Property Institute.
He also brings substantial experience in intellectual property law. As a registered Patent Agent with the Kenya Intellectual Property Institute, he has advised clients on the protection and enforcement of intellectual property rights. His work includes managing patent applications, trademarks, and copyrights, ensuring that clients’ innovations and creative works are legally safeguarded. This expertise complements his broader legal practice, providing clients with comprehensive legal support in both contentious and non-contentious matters.
David’s expertise in labour law is particularly noteworthy. He has attended several specialized courses and trainings in this field and has provided training to major non-governmental organizations such as Plan International and World Vision in human resource and labour practice areas. His ability to navigate complex employment and industrial disputes has made him a sought-after advisor in this domain.
Under David’s leadership, the Dispute Resolution Practice Group at Igeria & Ngugi Advocates continues to deliver exceptional legal services, upholding the firm’s reputation for excellence and client satisfaction. His professional journey reflects a deep commitment to legal excellence and innovation in the field of dispute resolution.
Notable Assignments
- Successfully negotiated on $3m settlement for specific passengers in the Ethiopia vs Boeing accidents of 2019
- Advised and assisted in the restructuring of Plan International and World Vision’s HR Policy and staff planning.
- Engaged in Debt recovery for international corps worth over Kes 500m.
- Defended KenHA on a suit on access roads to Super-Highways, saving the parastatal almost Kes 2b in super-highway reconstruction costs and loss of business;
- Successfully prosecuted a defamation suit; leading to our client being awarded the highest amount of damages in the country
- Advised and assisted in trademark negotiations between an international firm and a local firm
- Assisted an African multinational in the online market place business to align its HR Policies and its Standard Employment Templates.
Partner
Email: david.njoroge@www.attorneysafrica.co.ke
Qualifications
- LL. B HONS (University of Nairobi)
- Dip. Kenya School of Law
Membership
- Law Society of Kenya (LSK)
- East Africa Law Society (EALS)
- Chartered Institute of Arbitrators
- Agent – Kenya Intellectual Property Institute