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29 Jan 2025

Full-Time LITIGATION ASSOCIATE

YAKAZI NETWORK Nairobi, Nairobi County, Kenya

Job Description

 

 

JOB TITLE

 

LITIGATION ASSOCIATE

NATURE OF JOB FULL TIME
INDUSTRY LAW
SALARY KSHS.55,000 NET
JOB LOCATION CBD, NAIROBI

 

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Case Management: Manage a portfolio of litigation cases from inception through to resolution. This includes liaising with clients, organizing and maintaining case files, and ensuring all deadlines are met.
  • Court Representation: Represent clients in court, including hearings, trials, and other legal proceedings. This will involve presenting cases, cross-examining witnesses, and making legal submissions.
  • Legal Research: Conduct in-depth legal research to support case strategies. This includes reviewing case law, statutes, regulations, and other legal resources to identify applicable legal principles.
  • Document Drafting: Draft a variety of legal documents including pleadings, motions, affidavits, and legal opinions. Ensure accuracy, clarity, and compliance with relevant laws and court rules.
  • Client Advising: Provide timely and clear legal advice to clients, keeping them informed of the progress of their cases, offering solutions to legal issues, and representing their best interests.
  • Negotiation: Engage in negotiations on behalf of clients, aiming to settle disputes amicably where possible, while always keeping the client’s best interests in mind.
  • Compliance and Updates: Keep up to date with changes in the law and court procedures, ensuring the firm’s practices and documents are fully compliant with relevant regulations and legislation.
  • Team Collaboration: Work closely with other members of the legal team to share knowledge, review case strategies, and ensure that client needs are met effectively and efficiently.
  • Client Relations: Build and maintain positive, professional relationships with clients, providing exceptional service and support throughout the litigation process.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

  • Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from an accredited law school.
  • Postgraduate qualification in law (such as a diploma from the Kenya School of Law) is an advantage.
  • A minimum of 3 years of experience in litigation, including experience in civil and commercial litigation.
  • Demonstrated experience in court proceedings and legal document preparation.
  • Familiarity with the Kenyan legal system and the laws governing litigation in Kenya.

How to Apply

  • If you meet the above qualifications, skills, and experience share CV via the Yakazi Jobs & Business Ideas App.
  • Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
  • Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-Time.

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