Victor Kessy

Senior Associate

Victor Serv Kessy is a seasoned Advocate with over 10 years of experience in litigation, arbitration, and corporate legal advisory. Holding an LLB and a Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Studies from the Law School of Tanzania, he is a key member of the Litigation Department at Hilton Law Group.

Victor has a strong track record of successfully representing clients in high-stakes disputes, including commercial litigation, land disputes, insurance claims, and employment matters. His strategic legal insights and investigative skills enable him to secure favorable outcomes for clients. Additionally, he is a skilled arbitrator, having successfully resolved complex cases across various industries

Litigation & Arbitration Specialist

Dispute Resolution & Arbitration

Successfully handled commercial arbitration cases, ensuring compliance with legal frameworks and procedural rules. Represented clients in arbitration proceedings before the Contractors Registration Board, specializing in construction disputes.

Corporate & Commercial Litigation

Defended and prosecuted high-profile commercial disputes, insurance claims, employment disputes, and liquidation proceedings. Represented corporations in major land cases, including ZAOMA Limited vs Equity Bank and Masjid Juimayalat Ubungo, securing favorable judgments

Employment & Labour Law Advisory

Advised and managed retrenchment processes for major industries in Dar es Salaam and Arusha, ensuring legal compliance and fair employment practices.

Corporate Legal Advisory & Company Secretarial Services

Served as Company Secretary for several organizations, including Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry & Agriculture (TCCIA), overseeing legal compliance, drafting resolutions, and maintaining official records. 📌 Provided incorporation and legal advisory services for various companies, including Kilitwende Adventures, EZRA TV, Wanderlust Travels, and SafaribyLeo Adventure.

Notable Cases & Legal Successes

Successfully defended clients in probate cases from Primary Court to the Court of Appeal. Represented clients in criminal litigation, including the high-profile John Maitland vs R (Habeas Corpus Application).

Corporate winding-up

Specialized in corporate winding-up and liquidation cases, ensuring legal compliance and smooth business transitions.

Certifications & Specializations

  • LLB – University of Dar es Salaam
  • Postgraduate Diploma in Legal Practice – Law School of Tanzania
  • Advanced Certification in Arbitration & Dispute Resolution

Corporate Advisory & Thought Leadership

  • Regular legal advisor to corporate clients in banking, insurance, and commercial litigation.
  • Provides training and workshops on dispute resolution, employment law, and corporate compliance.
  • Contributor to legal publications on commercial arbitration and employment law.

Memberships & Professional Affiliations

  • Member, Tanzania Law Society (TLS)
  • Member, East Africa Law Society (EALS)
  • Certified Arbitrator & Corporate Legal Advisor