Family disputes often involve difficult decisions that affect your future, your children, and your peace of mind. Whether you’re considering a divorce, seeking child custody, planning your estate, or resolving a succession dispute, Marilyn Law & Associates provides compassionate legal guidance to help you understand your rights and make informed decisions every step of the way.
Family law protects the rights, responsibilities, and relationships between family members. It covers matters such as marriage, divorce, child custody, child maintenance, adoption, succession, probate, and matrimonial property. Whether you’re planning for the future or resolving a family dispute, understanding the legal framework can help you protect your interests and those of the people you care about most.
remain among the most common civil matters handled by Kenyan courts, particularly in relation to divorce, child custody, succession, and inheritance.
recognises the family as the natural and fundamental unit of society and protects the rights and welfare of children.
Children Act, Law of Succession Act, and Matrimonial Property Act provide the legal framework governing family relationships in Kenya.
can be resolved through mediation and negotiation, helping families reach practical solutions while reducing emotional and financial strain.
Family law matters are often emotional, life-changing, and deeply personal. Whether you’re navigating a divorce, protecting your children, planning your estate, or resolving an inheritance dispute, understanding your legal rights is the first step towards making informed decisions. Here are some of the most common family law questions we help answer.
Yes, in certain circumstances. While a spouse’s cooperation can make the divorce process smoother, Kenyan law provides legal avenues for seeking a divorce even where one party does not agree. Every case depends on its unique circumstances, and understanding the legal grounds and process is essential before taking the next step.
Divorce in Kenya is governed by the Marriage Act, 2014, which sets out the legal grounds and procedures for dissolving a marriage.
Yes. Fathers have the right to seek custody, parental responsibility, or access to their children. The court considers the circumstances of each case and determines what arrangement best promotes the child’s welfare and long-term interests.
Child maintenance is not a fixed amount. The court considers several factors, including the child’s needs, the financial circumstances of each parent, education costs, healthcare, and the overall welfare of the child before making a decision.
Family law isn’t just about resolving legal disputes—it’s about protecting relationships, safeguarding your future, and helping you make informed decisions during some of life’s most significant moments. Whether you’re planning ahead or navigating a family dispute, Marilyn Law & Associates provides practical legal guidance tailored to your unique circumstances.
Ending a marriage is never easy. We guide clients through the legal process of divorce, helping them understand their rights, responsibilities, and available legal options while working towards fair and practical outcomes.
When children are involved, their welfare comes first. We assist parents and guardians in resolving custody, access, guardianship, and parental responsibility matters while focusing on the best interests of the child.
Every child deserves proper care and financial support. We advise parents on child maintenance obligations, agreements, and applications, helping ensure that children’s needs remain the priority.
Property disputes can become complex during or after a marriage. We provide legal guidance on matrimonial property rights, ownership, contribution, and the lawful division of assets where appropriate.
Planning for the future and administering a loved one’s estate requires careful legal guidance. We assist clients with succession planning, probate applications, letters of administration, estate administration, and inheritance disputes.
A properly prepared will helps protect your wishes and provides clarity for your loved ones. We assist individuals and families with drafting wills, estate planning, and succession strategies that safeguard their legacy.
Choosing the right lawyer isn’t just about understanding the law—it’s about having a legal partner who understands your situation, communicates clearly, and works towards practical solutions.
Every workplace dispute is different. Before recommending a legal course of action, we take time to understand your employment relationship, review the facts, and identify the legal issues that matter most.
Employment law can be complex, but understanding your rights shouldn’t be. We explain legal processes, obligations, and possible outcomes in clear, practical language so you can make informed decisions with confidence.
Not every workplace dispute needs to end in court. Where appropriate, we help clients explore negotiation, settlement, mediation, and other practical approaches that save time, costs, and professional relationships.
Every legal matter is unique, but our approach remains the same—listen first, advise clearly, and act strategically. From your first consultation to the resolution of your matter, we’re committed to keeping you informed and supported every step of the way.
Rather than simply reacting to legal disputes, we focus on helping our clients understand their position, evaluate their options, and move forward with confidence.
01. Listen
We begin by understanding your circumstances, reviewing relevant documents, and identifying the legal issues affecting you.
We begin by understanding your circumstances, reviewing relevant documents, and identifying the legal issues affecting you.
We evaluate your situation against the relevant employment laws, contractual obligations, and available evidence to provide clear legal guidance.
We explain your rights, obligations, potential risks, and practical options, ensuring you understand every step before making important decisions.
Where possible, we pursue practical solutions through negotiation or alternative dispute resolution. Where litigation becomes necessary, we provide strategic representation to protect your interests.
Choosing the right lawyer is an important decision, and it’s natural to have questions before taking the next step. Here are answers to some of the most common questions we receive from individuals, families, and businesses across Nairobi and Machakos.
Yes. In certain circumstances, Kenyan law allows a person to petition for divorce even where the other spouse does not consent. The court will consider the legal grounds for divorce and the evidence presented before making a decision.
Child custody decisions are based on the best interests of the child. The court considers factors such as the child’s welfare, age, emotional well-being, education, and each parent’s ability to provide a safe and supportive environment.
Yes. Fathers have equal rights to seek custody, parental responsibility, or access to their children. The court’s primary consideration is always what arrangement best serves the child’s welfare.
There is no fixed amount for child maintenance. Courts consider the child’s needs, education, healthcare, and the financial circumstances of both parents when determining an appropriate contribution.
Matrimonial property is not automatically divided equally. The court considers factors such as ownership, financial and non-financial contributions, and the specific circumstances of the marriage before making a determination.
If a person dies without leaving a valid will, their estate is administered in accordance with Kenya’s Law of Succession Act. The law determines who can apply to administer the estate and how assets may be distributed among eligible beneficiaries.
Letters of Administration are court-issued documents that give an individual legal authority to administer the estate of someone who died without a will. They are often required before assets can be collected, managed, or distributed.
Yes. A will may be challenged if there are legal concerns regarding its validity, such as allegations of fraud, undue influence, lack of testamentary capacity, or failure to meet the legal requirements for making a valid will.
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