We are seeking a seasoned Senior Associate to join our Dispute Resolution team in Nairobi. The ideal candidate will be a robust litigator with extensive experience navigating complex commercial disputes within the Kenyan court system and through alternative dispute resolution (ADR) mechanisms. This role demands a strategic thinker capable of managing high-stakes mandates with minimal supervision, providing commercially astute legal counsel and leading teams through the full lifecycle of a dispute.<\/p>\n
Key Responsibilities<\/p>\n
Dispute Strategy and Advocacy<\/p>\n
\tFormulate comprehensive litigation and settlement strategies that align with clients’ broader commercial objectives.
\n\tRepresent clients in complex commercial disputes before the Kenyan Courts and local and international arbitrations.
\n\tDraft and review high-quality pleadings, witness statements, applications and legal submissions.
\n\tHandle mentions, applications, and full trials, demonstrating exceptional oral advocacy and technical proficiency.<\/p>\n
Client & Matter Management<\/p>\n
\tLiaise effectively with international law firms and foreign counsel to ensure seamless representation for global clients with interests in the African continent.
\n\tManage large-scale debt recovery portfolios.
\n\tServe as a primary point of contact for key clients, ensuring the delivery of proactive, high-quality, and cost-effective legal solutions.
\n\tSupervise and mentor junior associates and trainee advocates, overseeing their work product and professional development.
\n\tManage budgets and timelines for complex matters.<\/p>\n
Business Development<\/p>\n
\tActively participate in pitching for new mandates.
\n\tDraft legal alerts on emerging trends, legislation and judicial decisions.
\n\tContribute to the firm\u2019s thought leadership.<\/p>\n
Qualifications & Experience<\/p>\n
\tAdmitted Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a current practicing certificate and in good standing with the LSK.
\n\tLLB degree (Minimum Second-Class Honors, Upper Division) from a recognized university and a Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law.
\n\tMinimum of seven (7) years\u2019 post-admission experience in a busy commercial litigation department, with a proven track record.
\n\tAdvanced knowledge of the Civil Procedure Act & Rules, the Arbitration Act and Rules, the Evidence Act and the Appellate Jurisdiction Act.
\n\tDemonstrated experience in managing legal teams and coordinating complex, multi-party disputes.<\/p>\n
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