Terms of Service

Agreement to Terms

These Terms of Service ("Terms") constitute a legally binding agreement between you and FNM Law Advocates LLP ("Firm," "we," "us," or "our") concerning your access to and use of our website (fnmlawadvocates.com) and legal services.

By accessing our website or engaging our legal services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree to these Terms, you must not access our website or use our services.

Legal Services

1. Scope of Services

We provide legal services in accordance with:

• The Laws of Kenya
• The Advocates Act (Cap 16)
• The Law Society of Kenya Code of Conduct
• Professional standards and ethics

2. Engagement Terms

When you engage our services:

• We will provide you with a written retainer agreement outlining the scope of work
• You must provide accurate and complete information
• You must cooperate with us in the conduct of your matter
• You are responsible for timely payment of fees and costs
• You must inform us of any changes to your contact information or circumstances

3. Fees and Payment

Our fees are based on:

• The complexity and nature of the matter
• Time spent on your case
• The experience and expertise required
• Industry standards and Law Society guidelines

Payment terms will be specified in your retainer agreement. We reserve the right to suspend services for non-payment and may withdraw from representation in accordance with professional rules.

Website Use and Restrictions

Permitted Use

You may use our website for:

• Learning about our services and practice areas
• Contacting us for legal consultations
• Booking appointments
• Accessing general legal information

Prohibited Activities

You must not:

• Use the website for any unlawful purpose
• Transmit viruses, malware, or harmful code
• Attempt to gain unauthorized access to our systems
• Scrape, mine, or harvest data from the website
• Impersonate any person or entity
• Interfere with website functionality or security
• Use automated systems to access the website

Intellectual Property Rights

All content on this website, including but not limited to:

• Text, graphics, logos, and images
• Software and code
• Design and layout
• Legal articles and publications

is the exclusive property of FNM Law Advocates LLP or our licensors and is protected by Kenyan and international copyright, trademark, and intellectual property laws. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works without our express written permission.

Confidentiality and Privacy

We are committed to maintaining the confidentiality of all client communications and information in accordance with:

• Attorney-client privilege
• Professional conduct rules
• The Data Protection Act, 2019
• Our Privacy Policy

Please refer to our Privacy Policy for detailed information about how we collect, use, and protect your personal information.

Disclaimers and Limitations

No Guarantee of Results

While we strive to provide excellent legal services, we cannot guarantee specific outcomes or results. Legal matters involve inherent uncertainties, and past success does not guarantee future results.

Website Availability

We do not guarantee that our website will be available at all times or error-free. We reserve the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the website at any time without notice.

Third-Party Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites. We are not responsible for the content, accuracy, or practices of external sites. Links do not constitute endorsement.

Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless FNM Law Advocates LLP, its partners, associates, and employees from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

• Your violation of these Terms
• Your misuse of our website
• Your violation of any law or third-party rights
• Any false or misleading information you provide

Termination of Services

Either party may terminate the attorney-client relationship in accordance with professional rules:

• By Client: You may terminate our services at any time, subject to payment for work completed
• By Firm: We may withdraw from representation for reasons including non-payment, conflict of interest, or client misconduct

We reserve the right to terminate your access to our website at any time for violation of these Terms.

Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the Republic of Kenya. Any disputes arising from these Terms or our services shall be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of Kenya.

Dispute Resolution

In the event of any dispute:

• We encourage informal resolution through direct communication
• Disputes may be referred to mediation or alternative dispute resolution
• Unresolved disputes may be submitted to the Law Society of Kenya or appropriate courts

Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found to be invalid or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to modify these Terms at any time. Changes will be effective immediately upon posting on our website with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of our website or services constitutes acceptance of the modified Terms.