James is committed to driving socio-economic growth in Africa by providing pragmatic legal solutions that support clients doing business in Africa to succeed. A leading corporate, projects and restructuring lawyer with over 30 years of experience, James’ main areas of practice include private equity, mergers & acquisitions, major projects (including Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs), insolvency and corporate and debt restructuring. Working closely with his Pan-African and international colleagues in DLA Piper and DLA Piper Africa, James handles both domestic (public and private) and cross-border (intra Africa and international) transactions. James is the trusted legal advisor of a number of leading Kenyan-based entities, multinational companies, private equity firms and development finance institutions with extensive business and investments in Africa. He is recognised as a leading lawyer by all global legal directories including Chambers Global, Legal 500 and IFLR1000. As a successful business leader, James is widely consulted on trade and development in Africa as well as on entrepreneurship, effective leadership and management of profitable and sustainable businesses. As Chair of DLA Piper Africa, James oversees the strategic direction and governance of what has grown to become one of Africa’s largest and most reputable legal offerings, with an unrivalled presence in 20 African countries. James is also the African representative on DLA Piper’s international SESG Steering Committee. James is passionate about the growth of young people and the community around him. He provides mentorship to young professionals within and outside the firm on leadership, management and civic duty. He is involved in various innovative community initiatives focusing on positive social impact and youth empowerment.