The Law Society of Kenya has cleared prominent Nairobi lawyer Cecil Guyana Miller of allegations made by Kenya’s Ambassador to India, Peter Munyiri, confirming that the advocate owes him no money and has committed no professional misconduct.
According to official documents, the LSK reviewed Munyiri’s complaint in April 2025 and determined that it could not proceed with disciplinary action because the dispute was already the subject of a case pending before the High Court.
“We have perused the complainant’s letter dated 1st April 2025 and also reviewed the pleadings in HCCC E053 of 2023, Cecil Guyana Miller versus Peter Munyiri,” read the LSK communication. “We have determined that the allegations against the Advocate are the subject of ongoing court proceedings. The Law Society of Kenya does not have jurisdiction to determine a complaint whose issues are before a competent court.”
Court Case Already in Progress
Records show that the disagreement between the two parties stems from a previous professional engagement dating back several years. Munyiri had accused Miller of failing to refund part of his legal fees, a claim the lawyer strongly denied, arguing that all payments were for legitimate services rendered.
The LSK’s findings confirm that the matter had already been filed as HCCC E053 of 2023, a civil case currently before the High Court, which is expected to make a final determination on the financial dispute.
Sources at the LSK said that since the issues were actively under judicial consideration, the Society had no mandate to revisit or interfere with them administratively.
Evidence Shows Payments Were Legal Fees
Email records seen by Kenya Today reveal that correspondence between the two men dates back to March 2016. In those exchanges, Ambassador Munyiri explicitly acknowledged that the payments made to Miller were for professional legal services.
In one of the emails, Munyiri confirmed that the funds were “to cover professional services rendered,” wording that effectively contradicts any later claims of debt or refund.
Legal experts familiar with the case say these communications provide clear evidence that the payments in question were legitimate fees, not loans or refundable deposits.
Online Attacks and Smear Campaigns
Despite the LSK’s ruling, sources within the legal community allege that Ambassador Munyiri has continued to sponsor negative online content targeting the veteran advocate.
The posts, shared widely on social media platforms and blogs, accuse Miller of failing to refund alleged overpayments. However, the Society’s official findings and the email trail both refute those claims, indicating that the campaign was based on falsehoods.
Several lawyers have condemned the use of social media to attack legal professionals, saying such tactics undermine the integrity of the justice system and damage reputations built over years of service.
Vindication for a Respected Advocate
Cecil Miller is one of Kenya’s most accomplished legal practitioners, known for representing high-profile clients in both civil and criminal cases. Over the years, he has handled complex litigation, arbitration, and corporate matters, earning a reputation for professionalism and diligence.
Colleagues in the legal fraternity say the LSK’s decision is a strong vindication of Miller’s integrity.
“This case was nothing more than an attempt to tarnish his name,” said one senior advocate who spoke on condition of anonymity. “The Law Society’s clarification restores confidence in the profession and sends a message that facts still matter more than online noise.”
LSK Defends Professional Integrity
The Law Society’s statement has also been praised as an important step in defending the reputation of advocates who are often targeted through false complaints and smear campaigns.
The Society reaffirmed its commitment to fairness and due process, noting that its disciplinary mechanisms cannot be weaponised to settle personal scores or influence ongoing court cases.
By declaring that Miller owes no refund to Ambassador Munyiri, the LSK effectively closed the matter within its jurisdiction and discouraged further speculation.
A Lesson on Ethics and Accountability
Legal analysts say the case highlights a growing problem in Kenya where disgruntled clients use social media to pressure lawyers or influence cases already in court.
“This is a warning to all parties that defamation and false allegations have real consequences,” said a Nairobi-based legal analyst. “The legal profession depends on trust. When individuals try to destroy that trust through public attacks, institutions like the LSK must step in to protect their members.”
Truth Over Speculation
For weeks, social media users had been flooded with posts claiming that the prominent lawyer owed money to the ambassador. The LSK’s decision now brings those rumours to an end.
By confirming that no debt exists, the professional body has reasserted the principles of fairness and evidence-based decision making in Kenya’s legal system.
Supporters of the advocate say the truth has finally prevailed. “This was a storm built on lies,” said another lawyer close to the matter. “Cecil Miller’s record speaks for itself. The LSK’s findings confirm what many of us already knew — there was never any misconduct.”
The Law Society of Kenya’s determination closes one of the most talked-about professional disputes in recent months and restores the credibility of an advocate whose name had been dragged through the mud without justification.
For now, the verdict stands clear: no refund owed, no debt outstanding, and no misconduct established.
