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Clay & Associates Advocates is a Nairobi corporate and commercial law firm. We advise founders, investors and established companies on transactions, disputes, regulation and the protection of what they create.

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Regulatory & Compliance

Your Former Employee Is Posting Damaging Claims About Your Company Online. What Are Your Options?

A former employee airing grievances online after leaving is common enough that most companies eventually deal with it. The legal position depends entirely on…

September 19, 2026

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    Grace Rakwach 
 
 
 
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    Diana Atieno 
 
 
 
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    Sheldon Ombaso 
 
 
 
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    Bob Rakwach 
 
 
 
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