Two decades building where
others hesitate.
Since 2001, Kepis & Pobe has built and financed companies across Central Asia, Southeast Asia, Europe, and North America. The firm was founded on a simple conviction: that the most durable returns are found at the meeting point of rigorous analysis and genuine relationships — in the industries the world cannot do without.
Conviction over consensus. We commit where our own analysis and relationships give us an edge, not where the crowd has already arrived.
Relationships first. Our network across governments, operators, and capital is built over decades and measured in trust, not transactions.
Patient capital. We invest on the horizon the asset deserves, not the horizon the market demands.
Discretion. We protect the confidence of our partners and counterparties without exception.
Ford Nicholson
Founder & Managing Partner
Ford Nicholson founded Kepis & Pobe in 2001 and leads the firm’s origination, investment, and partnerships. Over a career spanning energy, infrastructure, and strategic resources, he has helped build and finance companies operating across Central Asia, Southeast Asia, Europe, and North America. He works from the firm’s base in Vancouver, Canada.
Businesses require legal partners who think beyond contracts and compliance—partners who understand the bigger picture. Stokes Law Corporate is built for entrepreneurs, business owners, and corporate leaders who need legal solutions that align with their vision. Our services include:
Corporate Structuring & Transactions
Helping businesses establish strong legal foundations and execute strategic deals.
Tax & Regulatory Compliance
Navigating tax law complexities to maximize financial efficiency and minimize risk.
Mergers, Acquisitions & Shareholder Agreements
Providing legal guidance for major business decisions.
Dispute Resolution & Litigation
Resolving conflicts with a strategic, results-driven approach.