Profile Summary

Lavender Onyango is a dedicated and results-driven legal practitioner with over three years of post-admission experience spanning both public sector litigation and private legal practice. She holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree with Honours from the University of Nairobi and a Postgraduate Diploma from the Kenya School of Law.

Admitted to the Bar as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya, Lavender has developed a robust and client-focused approach to legal problem-solving, with demonstrated strengths in litigation, commercial transactions, family law, and human rights advocacy.

Areas of Practice

Lavender’s legal practice covers a broad range of disciplines. She has solid experience in litigation and dispute resolution, regularly representing clients in civil, commercial, and criminal matters before various courts and tribunals. She advises individuals, corporates, and public institutions on commercial transactions, including contract negotiations, regulatory compliance, and transactional structuring.

Her work in succession and family law includes handling sensitive matters such as divorce, child custody, inheritance, and estate planning, where she is known for her compassionate yet strategic counsel. Lavender also maintains a strong interest in criminal defence and human rights advocacy, particularly in defending the rights of vulnerable persons and promoting access to justice.

Professional Background

Lavender began her legal career as a litigation advocate at the Kenya Deposit Insurance Corporation (KDIC), where she handled high-stakes litigation and advisory matters involving financial institutions, regulatory compliance, and public interest cases. Her work at KDIC equipped her with in-depth experience in institutional and commercial litigation within Kenya’s regulated financial environment.

She later transitioned into private practice, joining reputable general practice firms in Upper Hill, Nairobi. There, she broadened her practice to include diverse areas of law, providing legal representation in civil and criminal matters, managing family and succession matters, and advising on complex commercial transactions.

Current Role

Lavender is the Managing Partner at L.A. Onyango & Co. Advocates, where she leads a vibrant legal team committed to excellence, integrity, and innovation in legal service delivery. She plays a central role in strategic litigation, client relations, and overall firm management.

Commitment

Lavender is passionate about the rule of law, social justice, and providing responsive, practical legal solutions. Through her leadership and advocacy, she continues to make a significant contribution to the advancement of justice and professional legal standards in Kenya.

Reach Lavender at onyango@laonyangoadv.com or phone at 0729091585.