Sound legal advice, compliant transactions, protected University interests.
The Directorate of Legal Services is the University's centre for legal advisory and compliance. It ensures that the University's academic, administrative, financial and procurement activities are carried out within the law, safeguarding the institution's rights, assets and reputation.
Provide legal opinions and advisory services to University organs and units.
Draft, review and negotiate contracts, memoranda and agreements.
Manage litigation, arbitration and other dispute resolution processes.
Advise on statutory and regulatory compliance, including University Charter obligations.
Review policies, statutes and regulations for legal soundness before approval.
Coordinate external advocates and legal service providers engaged by the University.
Contract and agreement review before signature.
Legal opinions on employment, procurement, land, intellectual property and academic matters.
Support to University Council, University Management Board and Senate committees.
Intellectual property advice on research outputs, brands and licensing.
Guidance on data protection, freedom of information and statutory disclosures.
Legal services are delivered in line with:
The Constitution of Kenya and relevant Acts of Parliament
The University Charter, Statutes and regulations
Approved University policies
Legal requests are routed through the Directorate for review and tracking.
Submit the draft together with background information to legal@ouk.ac.ke for review and advice.
Reviews are typically completed within five working days of receiving a complete set of documents.
The Directorate coordinates external advocates approved by the University Management Board.
Directorate of Legal Services
Reach out directly and the team will respond.