The Law Society of Kenya (LSK) has voiced strong objections to a recent court order that restricts government bodies from hiring private lawyers, viewing it as an attempt to exclude private practitioners from public sector legal work. The LSK argues this move undermines fair procurement processes and the constitutional right to legal representation of choice.

• The order, from Nakuru Petition E001 of 2026, bars the Controller of Budget (CoB) from approving public funds for external legal services to government entities.
• The LSK has filed an application to review and set aside the conservatory orders issued by Justice Mohochi Mukira.
• Petitioners include Dr. Benjamin Gikenyi Magare and Senator Okiya Omtatah, who questioned substantial legal fees paid to private counsel by entities like the Kenya Airports Authority (KAA) for a Ksh. 243,185,700 "Adani Deal."