Sheila Cherono

Managing Partner

Professional Summary

Sheila is an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya and the Managing Partner at C&K Advocates LLP. As the Managing Partner, Sheila combines deep legal expertise with forward-thinking strategy, delivering cutting-edge solutions to intricate legal issues in today’s dynamic global landscape.

Whether advocating in court, strategizing in corporate settings, or guiding complex transactions, her unwavering commitment to quality and her versatility across a wide range of legal issues make her a vital asset in the legal field. Regardless of how challenging the matter may be, Sheila consistently delivers forward-thinking, practical solutions with confidence and precision.

She brings a wealth of experience and a results-driven approach to legal practice, with a specialization in Commercial Law, Banking, Finance and Securities, Charity and Public Benefits Organisations Law, Employment and Labour Relations, Legal Consultancy and Advisory, Dispute Resolution and Litigation, Real Estate and Property Law, and Procurement Law.

With a deep understanding of Kenya’s legal and regulatory environment, Sheila is known for delivering practical and strategic legal solutions tailored to meet the Firm’s clients’ commercial objectives. Her leadership at C&K Advocates LLP is marked by a commitment to excellence, client success, and legal innovation.

She holds a Bachelors of Law University of Nairobi (LLB) and a Diploma of Laws from the Kenya School of Law. She is currently undertaking a Masters of Law Degree in Health Law (LLM) from the University of Nairobi. She is a member of the Law Society of Kenya and the East Africa Law Society.

Expertise

Public Procurement Law

Real Estate and Property Law

Dispute Resolution and Litigation

Immigration, Employment and Labour Relations

Banking, Finance And Securities

Commercial Law

Charity And Public Benefits Organisations Law

Insights Published

The Professionalization of Protection: Navigating the Draft Private Security Regulations, 2025

Constitutional Imperative of Public Participation in Kenya: From Procedural Ritual to Substantive Governance

Modernizing Civil Society: A Comprehensive Analysis of the Public Benefit Organizations (PBO) Regulations, 2026