Immigration Law and employment law
Kiriinya & Achieng' advocates (KAA)
Immigration Law and employment law
We help expatriates, investors, businesses, and individuals navigate Kenya’s immigration laws. We offer expert advice on visas, work permits, residency, and compliance requirements, ensuring all processes are handled efficiently and correctly.
On employment law, we have a team of advocates with vast knowledge of both the local and international employment laws. At KAA, we acknowledge that the interests of both employers and employees require legal expertise. We navigate the murky employment laws and regulations by reviewing and negotiating contracts, endorsing collective bargaining agreements, cordiallyresolving workplace disputes and approaching the necessary forum thereby safeguarding our clients interest.
overview
Immigration Law
Immigration law governs how people enter, stay, and work or settle in a country. It’s about controlling movement across borders while protecting rights and national interests.
Main areas:
- Entry & Visas – Tourist, student, work, business, and permanent residence permits.
- Work Permits – Authorizations for foreign nationals to work legally.
- Residency & Citizenship – Permanent residence status, naturalization, and dual citizenship rules.
- Refugee & Asylum Law – Protection for individuals fleeing persecution.
- Deportation & Removal – Procedures for expelling persons in violation of immigration rules.
- Border Control & Security – Customs checks, passport control, and immigration compliance.
Key issues:
- Overstaying visas
- Working without authorization
- Fraudulent documents or misrepresentation
- Discrimination against immigrants
- Human trafficking and smuggling
Employment Law
Employment law governs the relationship between employers and employees, covering hiring, working conditions, pay, and termination.
Main areas:
- Employment Contracts – Terms and conditions, job descriptions, and duration of employment.
- Wages & Benefits –Minimum wage, overtime pay, bonuses, and statutory benefits.
- Working Conditions – Health and safety standards, working hours, leave entitlements.
- Termination & Redundancy – Lawful dismissal, notice periods, severance pay.
- Non-discrimination & Equal Opportunity – Protection against unfair treatment based on gender, race, disability, religion, or other protected grounds.
- Trade Unions & Collective Bargaining – Rights to join unions and negotiate work terms.
- Dispute Resolution – Labour tribunals, mediation, and arbitration.
Key issues:
- Wrongful dismissal
- Unpaid wages or benefits
- Workplace harassment or discrimination
- Breach of contract
- Unsafe working environments
How They Overlap
Immigration and employment law often intersect when foreign workers are involved:
- Employers must ensure valid work permits for non-citizen employees.
- Immigration status can affect employment rights and benefits.
- Workplace harassment or discrimination
- Hiring undocumented workers can lead to fines, sanctions, or criminal liability for employers.
Client-Focused Legal Solutions
Our services
Kiriinya & Achieng’ Advocates is a commercial and real estate law firm in Kenya with a notable and increasing presence in the East African region. We provide services to local and international clients including start-ups and established companies, for profit and not-for-profit entities and government institutions. Our predominant goal is to provide our clients with state-of-the-art legal services and support in the shortest turnaround time while demystifying the rigorous legal processes.