Duncan Cheruiyot & Company Advocates

The Team

Direct access to counsel that listens, prepares, and acts.

The firm is founded by Duncan Cheruiyot and managed by Kililo J. Kirote, bringing disciplined advocacy, litigation experience, and practical legal direction to clients across Kenya.

Leadership

Founder-led counsel with managing partner litigation depth.

Duncan Cheruiyot

Founder

Duncan Cheruiyot

Duncan Cheruiyot is the Founder of Duncan Cheruiyot & Company Advocates and an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.

He founded the firm on careful listening, disciplined preparation, and practical representation for clients navigating personal, property, commercial, and dispute-related matters.

Corporate and commercial advisory

Property and conveyancing matters

Civil and commercial disputes

Family and succession law

Kililo J. Kirote

Managing Partner

Kililo J. Kirote

Kililo J. Kirote is the firm's Managing Partner and an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya, practicing at the intersection of criminal litigation, civil law, land matters, and corporate governance.

Her areas of practice include litigation, with experience in criminal defense, civil land disputes, land conveyancing, debt recovery, change of name applications, trial advocacy, legal research and writing, commercial contract drafting, board secretarial services, and statutory compliance.

Litigation

Criminal defense and trial advocacy

Civil land disputes and conveyancing

Debt recovery

Company secretarial services

Corporate governance and compliance

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Our Team

Communications, people operations, client service, and associate counsel working in step.

Yeonhwa Mwalagho

PR & Communications Manager

Yeonhwa Mwalagho

Yeonhwa is our PR & Communications Manager and is responsible for shaping and maintaining the firm's public image and overseeing its internal and external communications.

She brings a background in business development and strategic communications, with a strong focus on clarity, consistency, and audience understanding. Her work ensures that the firm communicates its expertise and values in a manner that is measured, coherent, and aligned with its professional standards.

She manages public relations, supports thought leadership initiatives, and works closely with internal teams to ensure that all communication, from client-facing materials to institutional messaging, reflects the firm's identity with precision and integrity.

Her approach combines structured thinking with a strong sensitivity to language and tone, with particular attention to how professional services firms build trust, convey credibility, and engage their audiences through clear and considered communication.

Mihwa Marura

Human Resources

Mihwa Marura

Mihwa Marura is our Human Resources professional. She supports the firm's people operations and contributes to the development of effective and compliant HR practices.

She holds a Bachelor's Degree in Human Resource Management from Riara University, as well as additional training in Business Management from Zetech University. She brings experience from the financial services sector, where she developed a strong understanding of HR processes, employment legislation, and organizational practices.

At the firm, Mihwa is involved in supporting HR operations, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements, and contributing to a structured and well-functioning work environment. Her approach is detail-oriented and analytical, with a focus on consistency, professionalism, and operational efficiency.

She is recognized for her strong communication skills, reliability, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively, maintaining a positive and solutions-oriented approach in her work.

Trevor Mweresa

Advocate of the High Court of Kenya

Trevor Mweresa

Trevor Mweresa is an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with extensive experience in commercial and corporate law. He specializes in contract drafting and negotiation, regulatory compliance, corporate governance, data protection, and dispute resolution.

Trevor has advised both local and international clients across sectors including logistics, aviation, and non-profit organizations, offering practical and strategic legal solutions.

Known for his analytical approach and attention to detail, he is committed to delivering efficient, client-focused legal services while upholding the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

Rose Nduku Ndinda

Customer Service

Rose Nduku Ndinda

Rose Nduku Ndinda supports the firm's customer service function, helping clients feel oriented from the first point of contact through consultation coordination.

She assists with client enquiries, appointment flow, and follow-up communication so that every matter is received with clarity, discretion, and care.

Her work strengthens the firm's client experience by keeping communication responsive, professional, and aligned with the standards expected of a legal practice.