Technology & the Law

Navigating Innovation with Legal Precision

Technology is transforming how businesses operate, connect, and scale across industries. From fintech platforms and digital marketplaces to artificial intelligence, mobile applications, and data-driven ecosystems, innovation is evolving at an unprecedented pace. At Hansen Advocates, our Technology, Media & Digital Business Law practice ensures that your business remains legally secure, fully compliant, and strategically positioned to thrive in the digital economy.

We partner with startups, tech innovators, investors, and established enterprises to deliver forward-thinking legal solutions tailored to the unique demands of the technology sector. Our focus is not only on legal compliance, but also on enabling innovation, protecting digital assets, and supporting scalable business models in fast-moving and highly regulated environments.

Our services include legal advisory for technology startups, fintech regulation and compliance, software and application licensing, platform terms and conditions, data protection compliance, cybersecurity advisory, intellectual property protection for digital products, and commercial contracting for tech-driven businesses. We also advise on fundraising, investor agreements, joint ventures, and strategic partnerships within the technology ecosystem.

We have advised clients across diverse digital and innovation-led sectors, including platforms such as Bonga Nasi, Parent Eye, and Cheki Gari, among other technology and online-based businesses. These engagements reflect our experience supporting digital platforms, consumer-facing applications, and tech-enabled services operating in competitive and rapidly evolving markets.

In addition, we support businesses in navigating regulatory frameworks affecting digital operations, including consumer protection laws, data privacy obligations, online content regulation, fintech compliance requirements, and cross-border digital transactions. Our goal is to ensure that innovation is supported by strong legal foundations that reduce risk and enhance investor confidence.

At Hansen Advocates, we understand that in the digital age, speed and compliance must work together. We therefore provide practical, commercially focused legal guidance that allows technology-driven businesses to innovate confidently while remaining fully compliant with applicable laws and industry standards.

Whether you are a startup building your first platform or an established tech company scaling across markets, we deliver tailored legal solutions that protect your innovation, strengthen your contracts, and support long-term digital growth.

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Our Expertise

Fintech & Digital Transactions

We advise on the legal frameworks governing digital payments, mobile money, blockchain, and financial technologies. Our team ensures your solutions meet regulatory requirements while supporting seamless innovation.

E-commerce & Online Business

From setting up online platforms to drafting terms of service and privacy policies, we help businesses operate confidently in the digital marketplace.

Intellectual Property Protection

Your ideas are your most valuable assets. We assist in protecting software, platforms, trademarks, copyrights, and proprietary technologies from infringement and misuse.

Regulatory Compliance

Technology evolves fast, and so do regulations. We help you stay compliant with local and international laws, minimizing risk while enabling growth.

Emerging Technologies

From AI to blockchain and beyond, we provide legal insights on cutting-edge innovations, helping you navigate uncertainty with confidence.

Data Protection & Cybersecurity

With increasing data risks, compliance is critical. We guide businesses on data protection laws, privacy regulations, breach response strategies, and cybersecurity policies.

Dedicated to Protecting Your Rights and Interests

Why Choose Our Firm

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Whether you are launching a startup, scaling a platform, or navigating complex regulations, Hansen Advocates is your trusted legal partner in the digital space.

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Hansen

Hansen Omido, CPM
Managing Partner

Hansen Omido is the Managing Partner at Hansen Advocates and a dynamic Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with extensive experience in litigation, corporate and commercial law, mediation, public policy development, and legal research. He is recognised for combining strong legal acumen with strategic commercial insight, delivering practical, high-impact legal solutions while driving excellence across the firm.

Hansen has built a diverse and impactful legal career working with leading law firms including MAK & Partners Advocates LLP, Mosioma & Co. Advocates, and Ashitiva Advocates LLP. Through these roles, he has developed deep expertise in corporate advisory, real estate transactions, dispute resolution, and financial sector legal services.

He has successfully led the restructuring of six companies with a combined asset base exceeding Ksh 800 million and has overseen complex real estate and development projects valued at over Ksh 3 billion. Notably, he provided legal oversight for a landmark 312-unit residential housing development for Kenya Airways staff, ensuring full regulatory compliance, transaction structuring, and risk management throughout the project lifecycle.

Hansen has also developed strong expertise in banking and financial services law, having perfected securities and structured transactions for leading financial institutions including KCB Bank, Kingdom Bank, Victoria Commercial Bank, UNFCU, and UNSACCO. He regularly represents financial institutions in litigation, recovery proceedings, and commercial disputes, reinforcing his reputation as a trusted advisor in the financial sector.

A strong advocate of innovation in legal practice, Hansen pioneered the establishment of advanced legal research and knowledge management systems within the firm, setting new benchmarks for legal service delivery and institutional efficiency. His thought leadership extends to public policy, where he co-authored a widely recognised dissertation on the East African Community Common Market Protocol, reflecting his interest in regional integration and regulatory frameworks.

Hansen is also deeply committed to access to justice and public interest advocacy. He has provided pro bono legal representation in cases involving gender-based violence, discrimination against persons living with HIV, and other vulnerable groups, demonstrating a strong commitment to social justice and human rights.

Beyond legal practice, Hansen holds key leadership roles in sports governance. He serves as Chairman of Stingers Rugby Club and as Secretary to the Kenya Rugby Union Constitution Review Committee, where he contributes to institutional reform, governance strengthening, and policy development within Kenyan rugby.

Here’s a fun twist: when he’s not reshaping Kenya’s legal landscape or crafting game-changing policies, Hansen might just surprise you with his hidden talent. He is a skilled rapper with a knack for dropping bars as smooth as his courtroom arguments. With an unrivaled blend of professionalism, creativity, and a touch of rhythm, Hansen is redefining what it means to lead, inspire, and make a lasting impact.

Professional Affiliations

East Africa Law Society
Law Society of Kenya

Email

hansen@hansenadvocates.com

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Valerie

Valerie Cherono, CPM
Partner | Head of Strategy

Valerie Cherono is a Partner and the Head of Strategy at Hansen Advocates, and an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a diverse and dynamic legal background spanning commercial law, conveyancing, intellectual property, entertainment law, and creative economy advisory. She is widely recognised for her innovative, solutions-driven approach to legal practice and her ability to translate complex legal challenges into clear, actionable strategies.

Before joining Hansen Advocates, Valerie built her legal foundation at Robson Harris Advocates LLP, where she gained extensive experience in legal advisory, transactional work, and strategic client engagement. Her time there played a key role in shaping her practical, commercially aware approach to legal practice and strengthened her ability to deliver high-quality legal solutions in fast-paced environments.

At the firm, Valerie leads the firm's strategic direction, ensuring that clients benefit from well-structured, forward-thinking legal strategies aligned with their commercial and operational objectives. She is known for developing step-by-step legal and business strategies that transform legal challenges into opportunities for growth, compliance, and long-term sustainability.

Her practice experience includes managing high-value property transactions worth millions of shillings, structuring and perfecting securities for leading financial institutions with portfolios exceeding Ksh 5 billion, and advising on the formation and structuring of sustainable business entities. She also has strong expertise in intellectual property law, supporting creatives, innovators, and businesses in protecting, commercialising, and leveraging their intellectual property assets.

Valerie has a particular passion for the creative economy, content creation industry, and entertainment sector, where she advises clients on brand protection, content monetisation, contracts, licensing, and digital platform legal frameworks. Her work in this space reflects her commitment to supporting innovation and the growth of Kenya's creative and digital industries.

When she's not busy being a legal superhero, Valerie's life is just as colorful. A founding force behind Kenya's first online radio station dedicated solely to Kenyan music, Radio 254, she even took a spin as a radio presenter. Outside the office, she loves podcasting, traveling, and devouring books, and her legendary skills in the kitchen? Let's just say Michelin stars better watch out.

With her dynamic mix of professionalism, creativity, and a dash of fun, Valerie Cherono isn't just shaping the legal landscape; she's making it her playground. If you're looking for legal excellence with a touch of flair, Valerie's the one to ring.

Professional Affiliations

East Africa Law Society
Law Society of Kenya

Email

valerie@hansenadvocates.com

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Francis

Francis Kariuki Kinuthia
Director of Operations

Francis Kariuki Kinuthia is the Director of Operations at Hansen Advocates and a Land Resource Planning and Management professional with a Bachelor of Science degree from Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT). He brings over four years of professional experience in operations, project coordination, and resource management, with a strong foundation in land use systems, planning, and structured execution of complex projects.

He is a former rugby player and an aspiring professional golfer, a combination that reflects his deep appreciation for discipline, strategy, precision, and continuous personal development. The transition from rugby to golf mirrors his broader professional journey: evolving from high-impact teamwork environments to precision-driven performance and long-term strategic execution.

He further strengthened his technical and practical expertise through advanced agricultural training at the Arava International Centre in Israel, where he gained exposure to modern agricultural systems, operational efficiency models, and large-scale resource coordination frameworks.

Francis began his career in the agricultural sector before transitioning into operations management at Orca Agriculture Company in Israel. In this role, he was responsible for overseeing large-scale operational processes, coordinating teams, and ensuring efficient workflow execution across multiple projects. His ability to combine strategic oversight with hands-on operational precision made him a key contributor in high-performance, fast-paced environments.

At the firm, Francis plays a central role in ensuring the smooth and efficient running of the firm's operations. He is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operational functions, streamlining internal processes, and enhancing workflow efficiency across departments. His work is instrumental in supporting the firm's growth, structure, and service delivery standards.

He is known for his disciplined, systems-driven approach to operations management, with a strong focus on efficiency, accountability, and continuous improvement. His leadership style is rooted in collaboration and structure, ensuring that teams operate seamlessly and that the firm maintains high standards of performance and responsiveness.

With a unique blend of technical expertise, international exposure, and operational leadership, Francis ensures that Hansen Advocates runs with precision, structure, and consistency, forming the backbone of the firm's operational excellence.

Email

francis@hansenadvocates.com

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Technology & the Law

Navigating Innovation with Legal Precision