Morintat Peter Oiboo

Morintat Peter Oiboo

Experience

Morintat Peter Oiboo is a seasoned lawyer with extensive experience in corporate and M&A transactions. He serves as the President and Partner at McKay Advocates, a leading law firm in Kenya. His background in commercial law has equipped him with the expertise to handle complex transactions and provide strategic legal advice to clients.

Specialty

Morintat Peter Oiboo specializes in corporate and M&A transactions. His practice areas include mergers and acquisitions, which are critical components of corporate law. His expertise in this field has been recognized by the legal community, with him being rated as a notable practitioner in M&A.

Education

While specific details about Morintat Peter Oiboo’s educational background are not provided, his professional affiliations and experience suggest that he is well-versed in the legal framework of Kenya. He is an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya, a Commissioner for Oaths, and a Notary Public, indicating a strong foundation in Kenyan law. Additionally, he is a member of the Law Society of Kenya and the East Africa Law Society, further demonstrating his commitment to the legal profession.

Achievements and Recognition

• Awards:
  • Dubai-based African Excellence Awards as a leading corporate law firm in Asia, the Middle East, and Africa region 
  • Commercial Lawyers Hall of Fame Kenya for his contributions in the fields of commercial law 
• Industry Rankings:
  • IFLR 1000 as a Recommended Firm for outstanding work in Finance, Energy, Mining, Mergers & Acquisitions, and others 
• Leadership Roles:
  • President & Partner at McKay Advocates 
• Major Case Successes:
  • Successfully challenged a tax assessment raised by KRA in excess of Kshs 600 million against an international NGO operating in Kenya and the region 
  • Successfully challenged the Commissioner of Customs Services’ power to close a Container Freight Terminal in Mombasa 
  • Successfully pursued a waiver of tax penalties and interest for one of the largest private universities in Kenya 
  • Successfully challenged enforcement action by KRA of freezing an Italian company’s bank accounts in Malindi 
  • Successfully challenged a tax assessment in excess of Kshs 300 million for a leading export trading company