Overview
- Act: Advocates Act (Cap. 16)
- Formed: 1989
- CEO: George Nyakundi
The Advocates Complaints Commission (ACC), established under the Advocates Act (Cap. 16) in 1989, operates as a department of the Office of the Attorney General and Department of Justice. It investigates complaints against advocates involving professional misconduct, unethical behavior, or breaches of fiduciary duties. The ACC ensures transparency and accountability in Kenya’s legal profession by mediating disputes and recommending disciplinary actions. Its mandate enhances public confidence in legal services, serving as a crucial mechanism for addressing grievances and upholding ethical standards within the legal profession.
CEO: George Nyakundi
George Nyakundi serves as the Secretary and CEO of the Advocates Complaints Commission (ACC) in Kenya. He earned his LL.B. from the University of Nairobi and was admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya in 1996. With extensive experience in legal practice, Nyakundi leads the ACC in investigating complaints against advocates to uphold professional standards.
Board of Governors
Moses K. Cheboi
Chairman
Mueni Kalola
Commissioner
Patrick Maina Muriuki
Commissioner
Peter E. Nyagah
Commissioner
George Nyakundi
Commission Secretary/CEO
Functions
- Receive Complaints: Accept complaints from the public regarding allegations of professional misconduct by advocates.
- Investigate Misconduct: Conduct thorough investigations into allegations of malpractice, unethical behavior, or breaches of fiduciary duties by advocates.
- Facilitate Mediation: Mediate disputes between advocates and their clients to foster amicable resolutions.
- Recommend Disciplinary Action: Refer cases of serious misconduct to the Advocates Disciplinary Tribunal for further action.
- Promote Accountability: Enhance the integrity and accountability of the legal profession in Kenya.
- Issue Advisory Opinions: Provide guidance and advisory opinions to the public and advocates on ethical and professional conduct.
- Educate the Public: Create awareness about the rights and obligations of clients and advocates in legal engagements.
- Preserve Professional Standards: Work towards maintaining high standards of ethical conduct in the legal profession.
- Collaborate with Legal Bodies: Partner with relevant legal and judicial institutions to ensure effective oversight of advocates.
- Monitor Compliance: Track compliance with legal and ethical standards in the provision of legal services.
Important Links
Address & Contacts
- P O Box 48048 – 00100.
- Advocates Complaints Commission.
- Cooperative Bank House, 20th Floor, Haile Selassie Avenue. Nairobi
- acc@ag.go.ke.
- (+254)-20-2224029