Probate & Estate Planning

Losing a loved one is difficult enough without the added burden of legal uncertainty. At Ombogo and Company Advocates, we guide families through the entire estate administration process with precision, compassion, and clarity — so you can focus on what matters most.

We handle every aspect of probate, succession planning, and estate administration in Kenya, serving both local families and Kenyan diaspora clients worldwide.

Our Estate & Succession Services

1. Wills & Testament Drafting

A well-drafted will is the single most important step you can take to protect your family's future:

• Drafting and reviewing Wills in accordance with the Law of Succession Act
• Advising on the legal requirements for a valid Will in Kenya
• Safeguarding your wishes for distribution of property, guardianship of minor children, and appointment of executors
• Updating existing Wills to reflect changes in circumstances, assets, or beneficiaries

2. Probate and Letters of Administration

When a loved one passes, we manage the legal process of estate administration:

• Grant of Probate — confirming the validity of a Will and authorising the executor to act
• Letters of Administration — where there is no Will, we obtain the legal authority for an administrator to manage and distribute the estate
• Filing applications at the High Court and Magistrates' Courts across Kenya
• Managing the entire process from petition to collection and distribution of assets

3. Estate Administration

Once authority is granted, we assist with the practical steps of winding up the estate:

• Identifying, valuing, and collecting all estate assets — property, bank accounts, shares, vehicles, and personal effects
• Settling outstanding debts, taxes, and liabilities of the estate
• Transferring property titles and other assets to the rightful beneficiaries
• Preparing final distribution accounts

4. Intestacy & Contested Estates

• Advising families where a loved one died without a valid Will (intestate succession)
• Representing clients in disputed estate and succession matters
• Mediating family disagreements over inheritance before they escalate to litigation

5. Succession Planning for Business Owners

• Structuring business succession to ensure continuity and protect family interests
• Advising on trusts and family settlements as alternatives to probate
• Cross-border succession planning for Kenyans with assets in multiple jurisdictions

Serving the Diaspora

Distance is no barrier to securing your family's legacy. We work regularly with:

• Kenyans in the UK, USA, Canada, UAE, and Europe who need to administer estates back home
• Families receiving property, land, or financial assets in Kenya from a deceased relative abroad
• Diaspora clients drafting Wills that address both Kenyan and overseas assets

We provide clear, jargon-free updates throughout the process so you always know exactly where things stand — no matter where you are in the world.

Need Help With a Will or Estate?

Our succession advocates are ready to guide you through every step with care and expertise. Book a Confidential Consultation