Council & Governance
The Law Society of Kenya is governed by a Council of 20 advocates elected every two years by the membership. The Council sets policy, oversees the Society's operations, and represents the profession.
Council 2025–2027
The current council was elected in October 2025 and took office on 1 January 2026. Council members serve two-year terms and may be re-elected for a maximum of three consecutive terms.
Chacha Odera Nyaigoti
Committees 2025–2027
The Council operates through eight standing committees. Each committee is chaired by a council member and may co-opt advocates with relevant expertise.
Complaints & Discipline Committee
Oversees the investigation and adjudication of professional misconduct complaints against advocates. Reviews case officer recommendations and makes disciplinary determinations.
Continuing Professional Development Committee
Sets annual CPD requirements, accredits training providers and programmes, and oversees the delivery of LSK's annual CPD calendar.
Law Reform & Legislation Committee
Reviews proposed legislation, prepares LSK's formal submissions to Parliament, and coordinates LSK's policy positions on matters affecting the profession and the rule of law.
Legal Aid & Pro Bono Committee
Coordinates the LSK Legal Aid Programme, accredits legal aid service providers, monitors case allocations, and advocates for expanded access to justice.
Finance & Audit Committee
Oversees financial management, reviews and approves the annual budget, commissions external audits, and ensures sound stewardship of LSK's resources.
Gender & Diversity Committee
Promotes gender equality, the welfare of advocates from marginalised groups, and diversity within the legal profession and the Society's governance structures.
International Relations Committee
Manages LSK's relationships with the International Bar Association, the Pan African Lawyers Union, and other regional and international legal bodies.
Elections & Constitutional Affairs Committee
Administers LSK elections, receives and determines nomination disputes, and advises the Council on constitutional matters affecting the Society's governance.
Council elections
The LSK Council is elected by the full membership every two years. Elections are administered by the Elections & Constitutional Affairs Committee and conducted through secure online voting open to all advocates in good standing.
Next election — 2027
Elections for the 2027–2029 Council term will be conducted in October 2027. All advocates holding a valid practising certificate are entitled to vote and stand for election.
2025 election results
Results of the most recent election, held October 2025 for the 2025–2027 Council term. 21,486 advocates were eligible to vote.
| Position | Elected | Votes | |
|---|---|---|---|
| President | Chacha O. Nyaigoti | 6,841 | Winner |
| Vice President | Anyumba Kwena | 5,920 | Winner |
| Secretary | Florence Muturi | 6,102 | Winner |
| Treasurer | Robert Otieno | 5,748 | Winner |
| + 16 regional member seats · Voter turnout: 61.4% | |||
How LSK elections work
Nominations
Any advocate in good standing may nominate themselves or a peer for any council position.
Verification
The Elections Committee verifies nominees' eligibility and publishes the validated candidate list.
Online voting
Eligible advocates vote securely online through the LSK portal. Voting is open for 15 days.
Results
Results are declared by the returning officer and published on this page within 5 days of poll close.
Constitution & rules
The Society's governing documents, including the LSK Act, Constitution, standing orders, and elections rules.
Law Society of Kenya Act, 2014
The primary statute establishing LSK as a statutory body — objects, governance structure, membership, and powers. PDF · 34 pages
LSK Constitution (as amended 2024)
The Society's constitution setting out membership categories, Council composition, election procedures, and AGM rules. PDF · 28 pages
Council Standing Orders 2025
Procedural rules governing Council meetings, quorum, voting, and committee operations. PDF · 18 pages
LSK Elections Rules 2025
Rules governing nominations, candidate eligibility, campaigning, voting procedures, and dispute resolution for Council elections. PDF · 22 pages
Advocates (Professional Conduct) Regulations 2009 (as amended)
The delegated legislation setting out the code of professional conduct for all advocates enrolled in Kenya. PDF · 41 pages
Council meetings
The Council meets monthly. Minutes of all meetings are published within 30 days of the meeting and are available to all LSK members.
| Date | Meeting | Venue | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 Sep 2026 | Ordinary Council Meeting — September 2026 | LSK House, Lavington | Upcoming | |
| 7 Aug 2026 | Special Council Meeting — CPD Policy Review | Virtual · Zoom | Upcoming | |
| 3 Jul 2026 | Ordinary Council Meeting — July 2026 | LSK House, Lavington | Minutes available | |
| 5 Jun 2026 | Ordinary Council Meeting — June 2026 | LSK House, Lavington | Minutes available | |
| 1 May 2026 | Ordinary Council Meeting — May 2026 | Virtual · Zoom | Minutes available | |
| 3 Apr 2026 | Ordinary Council Meeting — April 2026 | LSK House, Lavington | Minutes available | |
| 6 Mar 2026 | Ordinary Council Meeting — March 2026 | LSK House, Lavington | Minutes available | |
| 6 Feb 2026 | Special Council Meeting — Budget Approval 2026 | Virtual · Zoom | Minutes available | |
| 9 Jan 2026 | Inaugural Meeting — 2025/2027 Council | LSK House, Lavington | Minutes available |