[Lawyer James Orengo (right) in a past event. He used to serve as President Uhuru Kenyatta’s’ temporary legal adviser. Photo/Nation]
Known for his opposition politics, few would recall James Orengo’s role in defending President Uhuru Kenyatta during his time as opposition leader.
Having been in legal activism for over four decades, the former SONU leader has represented a host of politicians in mega court battles.
And now representing opposition leader Raila Odinga, Orengo has had a fairly good 2017 outing having won a number of court battles.
During Uhuru’s time as opposition leader, Orengo took President Mwai Kibaki to court for allegedly recruiting opposition MPs to his government.
Orengo, who also doubles as Siaya senator, is also on record for representing Deputy President William Ruto in a host of court cases when they were in opposition.
Celebrated as one of top lawyers in the country, his legal prowess will be tested yet again as he takes the floor to discredit President Kenyatta’s victory as announced by IEBC.
Historically, Orengo has had trying moments with opposition leader Raila Odinga during their days in Ford Kenya before joining SDP and subsequently ODM.