OCO Round Table

As a young lawyer driven by ambition and a passion for the law, Chacha Odera, SC, was determined to make his mark in the profession. Like many advocates at the time, he was inspired by renowned legal figures such as Johnnie Cochran during the O.J. Simpson trial. In this episode of Inside the Matter, Che continues to reflect on the formative years of his legal career, sharing the experiences and influences that helped shape his journey. He offers insight into the aspirations, challenges, and lessons that defined his path and ultimately shaped the lawyer he is today.

In this episode of Inside the Matter, Senior Partner Chacha Odera, SC, shares the lessons, experiences, and defining moments that have shaped his legal career. Reflectingon the pursuit of justice, he emphasises the importance of resilience, excellence, and continuous growth, noting that obstacles are often designed to make you give up. Through powerful stories and insights, he encourages legalpractitioners and professionals alike to give their best to every opportunity, persevere when on the right path, and continually stretch their potential. His message is simple yet profound: true success comes from unwavering commitment,pushing beyond perceived limits, and never giving up in the face of adversity.#InsideTheMatter #LegalPodcast #LegalLessons #LegalProfession #Leadership #OCORoundtable #Excellence

Kenya operates a self-assessment tax system that requires both individuals and legal entities to compute, declare, and remit their taxes to the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA). In this episode, #ourveryown Partner Renee Omondi and Associate Melanie Mwenda unpack everything you need to know about tax returns and refunds in Kenya. They cover tax return deadlines and penalties, the common mistakes taxpayers make when filing returns, and the process of claiming tax refunds. Tune in to stay informed and get tips to avoid costly tax errors. #Taxes #TaxesInKenya #TaxRefunds #TaxReturns #TaxFiling #TaxChallenges #OCORoundTableEpisode Outline (0:00) Introduction(01:56) Tax return defined(03:18) Filing deadlines and penalties for late filing (04:57) Common taxpayer mistakes when filing taxes  (07:20) KRA public notices and guidance notes  (07:39) Public notice on the validation of income & expenses in income tax return(09:11) Consequences of failing to file returns (10:29) Tax refund defined(11:37) Getting your tax refund(13:49) Tax refund timeliness (16:22) In the event your application for a refund is not allowed(17:08) Taxpayer right to file a tax issue with the tax ombudsman (17:38) conclusion

While the internet has no physical boundaries and is globally accessible, trademarks are territorial in nature. In this episode, #ourveryown Deputy Managing Partner John Mbaluto, FCIArb, Partner Claire Mwangi, and Associates Wambui Mwariri, Blenda Nyahoro, and Melanie Mwenda look at a famous international trademark case and explore trademarks in the digital age. Tune in for an insightful conversation on the concerns that arise from the use of trademarks and the internet and recommendations from the team. #Trademarks #IntellectualProperty #LegalTalks #LegalInsights #BrandIdentity #TrademarkProtection #IPLaw #OCORoundTable #TrademarksKenya #TrademarksAndTheInternet #KeywordAdvertising #Cybersquatting #DigitalImpersonationEpisode Outline (0:00) Introduction(00:47) “Moron in a hurry” trademarkinfringement – Morning Star Cooperative Society vs. Express Newspapers Limited(04:30) Interplay between Trademarks and the Internet(06:25) While the Internet is Global, Trademarks are territorial (07:45) 3 concern that arise with the use of trademarks and the internet (08:00) Keyword advertising (09:42) Cybersquatting(11:15) Impersonation on social media (12:51) Recommendation to the 3 concerns(15:05) Trademarks show a business grows (15:46) Register your business as a trademark when registering its name(16:36) Trademark cases are about a ‘balance of probabilities’(17:11) Protect your brand when starting a business (17:39) conclusion

In another Trademarks episode, #ourveryown Deputy Managing Partner John Mbaluto, FCIArb, Partner Claire Mwangi, and Associates Wambui Mwariri, Blenda Nyahoro, and Melanie Mwenda examine Kenyan trademark case law. They unpack key rulings and share practical insights. Tune in to explore whether trademark ownership solely depends on registration or recognition as a well-known mark, and whether similar names can coexist within the same trademark class.#Trademarks #IntellectualProperty #LegalTalks #LegalInsights #BrandIdentity #TrademarkProtection #IPLaw #OCORoundTable #TrademarksKenyaEpisode Outline (0:00) Introduction (1:17) Weetabix vs. Multibix (5:47) Kenyan Boys Choir vs. Kenya Boys Choir (9:31) Ownership isn't dependent on Registration (11:12) Sony Corporation vs. Sony Holdings (19:17) Conclusion