Alex Musango Musyoki

Work History

Partner

Mwangi Musango & Co. Advocates

NAIROBI

06.2021 - Current

Serving as lead counsel on strategic deals, resolving issues that arise in existing commercial relationships, and handling pre-litigation legal disputes and inquiries
Established and implemented business procedures and process improvements.
Analyzed and presented financial standings and cost effectiveness to other partners and investors.
Developing and implementing efficient and streamlined contract negotiation and vendor management processes
Developing and maintaining standard form agreements and build processes to reduce legal support required for these agreements
Anticipate and maintain up-to-date knowledge of current laws relevant to your own substantive area to provide strategic advice and foster compliance
Notable Achievements
Consulted client on novel Central Bank of Kenya (Digital Credit Providers) Regulations 2022
Successfully consulted for and developed Data Protection policy for large Supermarket Chain in line with Data Protection Act 2019
Successfully defended financial interests of several individual clients against Mogo LLC(Eleving Group)
Successfully advised tech start-up on policy framework on entry into Ethiopian market.
Successfully negotiated installation of Supply of Connector Live Line Tap across North Rift valley into main grid.

Associate Partner

Migos Ogamba & Co. Advocates

NAIROBI

07.2018 - 06.2021

Handling client briefs in corporate- commercial, procurement and Intellectual Property departments
Managed corporate and LLC-based legal transactions, coordinating document flow and logistical preparation for complex transactional closings.
Drafting pleadings, submissions, court documents and attending Court. Managed a corporate litigation portfolio of 60 matters monthly.
Negotiated with opposing groups or individuals to reach resolutions, avoid litigation and accomplish clients goals.
Analyzed and applied legal principles and performed legal research to support litigation strategy.
Served as corporation litigation advocate for various government entities(4 No.) and companies(11 No) by consulting daily operation and legal compliance.
Meeting and corresponding with clients in prison for case management, to gain new business, updating clients, crafting case strategies, case conferencing, develop new business and collection of debt
Management of different Contracts especially in corporate compliance of NGO’s, Sale and Purchase Agreements, Board Resolutions, Companies Advisory
Notable Achievements
Successfully negotiating, implementing successful Kenyan artists Masters Record Agreement
Successfully restructured multi-lateral facility for Mwangaza Group in wake of depressed economy following extended 2016-2018 election and thereafter COVID-19.
Successfully acquired court orders for realisation of several securities after default of facility for Equity Bank Group.
In ACC No. 8 of 2018 Richard Ndubai and Others Versus Republic (NYS II) successfully argued for definition of suspicious transactions in frozen assets that led to implementation of banking "KYC" Know your customer guidelines.
In Republic v Kenya Medical Supplies Authority & another; Medox Pharmaceuticals Limited(Interested Party); Ex parte Nairobi Enterprises Limited [2019. Successfully argued that packaging technology of ARV's qualifies as part of the process in making medicines affordable and thus qualifies for tax rebates even if the software and packaging technology is resident abroad.
Opinion on Impact of Data Protection Act on retail banking with respect to access to information of customers
Opinion on status of registrations of Trusts by domestic and foreign non-governmental organisations
Opinion on effect of force majeure in banking transactions on wake of COVID-19.

Trainer

Defy Hate Now

NAIROBI

10.2018 - 10.2018

Increased awareness to over 300 refugees of South Sudanese origin on various technological tools and websites that will promptly inform them of their rights upon arrest by police officers.
Increased awareness to over 300 refugees of South Sudanese origin on various technological tools to take them through different immigration processes including asylum application, permits and identification documents within UNHCR system.
Increased awareness to over 300 refugees of South Sudanese origin on various technological tools to take them through different immigration processes including identification documents within EAC protocols and Kenya immigration system.

Holding Over

Migos-Ogamba & Co. Advocates

NAIROBI

07.2018 - 07.2018

Handling Client briefs in Corporate- Commercial, Conveyancing and Litigation Departments
Handling litigation briefs for various clients in both Criminal and Civil branches of Law; developing case strategies especially in procurement Law, drafting of submissions therein; appearing in court to request to hold brief or otherwise generally acting in interests of client
Company Secretarial involved renewal of certificates for and behalf of different companies, acting for Management of different companies in transfer and acquisition of corporate assets, change of directors, disposal of dispositions.
Reported to 7 attorneys, 3 administrative assistants and worked with fellow legal assistants on complex cases and legal processes.
Drafting and analysing contracts across different branches of Law including Land, Medicine and Agency
Developed positive working relationship with courts, clients, law enforcement members and attorneys.
Reviewed, edited and proofread legislation drafts for proper grammar, spelling, punctuation and formatting.
Prepared for trials, conducting legal research and drafting pleadings.
Transcribed weekly and bi-weekly calendar meetings for staff and attorneys.
Prepared for trials, conducting legal research and drafting pleadings.
Transcribed weekly and bi-weekly calendar meetings for staff and attorneys.
Notable Achievements
In R Versus Beatrice Messo Acc No. 25 of 2018 , part of team that successfully set out minimum standards for suspicious transactions establishing prima facie case for money laundering .

Pupil

Migos-Ogamba & Co Advocates.

NAIROBI

01.2017 - 07.2017

Attended depositions and court proceedings and prepared summaries on cases.
Analyzed facts and case law to determine possible defences and case strategies..
Handling litigation briefs for various clients in Civil branches of Law; this involved developing case strategies especially in procurement, employment, and Land Law matters and drafting of submissions therein; appearing in court for mentions or otherwise generally acting in interests of client
Provided assistance on compliance projects.
Gained valuable insight into regulations and policies associated with Data Privacy, Competition, anti-money laundering and procurement Laws
Meeting and corresponding with clients to update clients, crafting case strategies and case conferencing
Notable Achievements
Successfully lobbing Parliament to have allocation for allocation of special fund for payment of pending bills to all County government suppliers including IT hardware providers.
Developing opinion on Computer Misuse and Cyber crimes Bill 2018 and its impact on Article 19 on Freedom of expression.

Head of Legal

Ag, Directions Limited

NAIROBI, KAMPALA, DAR-ES-SALAM, ADDIS-ABABA,PORT LUOIS,LAGOS

01.2016 - 07.2016

Managed internal Legal affairs of CDL Group in all 8 subsidiaries in Kenya(holding), Uganda, Tanzania, Rwanda, Ethiopia, Ghana, Nigeria, Mauritius and Somalia.
Overseeing merger process between CDL(K) with Ethio-jobs in 2015 in Ethiopia.
Overseeing incorporation CDL(Ghana).
Drafted and negotiated parent outsourcing contracts with Huawei(K), Safaricom , MTN, Multi-choice, Samsung, Oracle & Techno-brain.
Updating companies IP register.
Drafting and negotiated SLA's in tech delivery.
Development and appraisal of all company policies.
Negotiating insurance policies in OSHA, WIBA, Occupiers liability, General Cover.
Statutory compliance for Career Directions Group in all 8 countries
This involved registration of new subsidiaries, alteration of directorship, obtaining business permits(copyright, local authority, NHIF, FKE,NSSF) and acquisition of certificates( health and safety, fire certificates, NITA)
Maintained government and partner relations with respect to various players incl. I.T Companies and tech start-ups.
Engaging and responding to workers unions in collaboration with Human Resource manager and General Manager-Operations.
Developed detailed and concise legal opinions on financial and operational risk in securities, NDA's, non-compete agreements, bank facilities and SACCO arrangements.
Management of CDL insurance portfolio for 3,500 employees with assistance of GM-Operations and agent.
Development and custody of Company policies
With exception of Audit and Finance Policy, drafted and ratified (30 No) Thirty policies for other departments and aligned them against legal risk.
Improved department operations by capturing numerous opportunities to streamline processes and reduce waste.
Managed efficient workflows by creating effective schedules and delegating work based on personnel strengths and knowledge.
Enforced organisational rules and incorporated policy changes into departments' day-to-day activities.
Evaluated performance continuously to identify areas in need of improvement and implement strategies to keep team on-track.
Collaborated with department personnel to coordinate multifaceted solutions to emerging problems.

Assistant Legal Officer

Career Directions Limited

NAIROBI

05.2015 - 12.2015

Drafting and analysing of manpower contracts for new business in , Finance and Banking,I.T as well as sales and distribution.
Drafting, reviewing, negotiating for and on behalf of business development and advising internal stakeholders (70 corporate clients, 4500 employees)
Negotiating with external counterparts on variety of commercial agreements, including third party, operations, services, partnerships, and marketing agreements
Identifying and consulting on legal risks related to development of new products
Gathered and analyzed research data such as statutes, decisions and legal articles, codes and documents.
Liaising with specialist external counsel when it comes to new products, expansion into new market verticals and areas related to compliance, privacy, or security
Developing and implementing processes for efficient and streamlined operations surrounding contract negotiation and processes
Developing and maintaining form agreements, contract management systems, and other databases
Driving all ongoing compliance review processes, including necessary filings, policies and procedures
Monitoring changes to regulatory requirements and proactively handling regulatory developments
Providing time-sensitive support on wide range of legal inquiries relating all aspects of country’s operations
Statutory compliance for Career Directions Kenya
This involved registration of new business permits (copyright, local authority, NHIF, FKE, NSSF) and acquisition of certificates (fire certificates, NITA) for commencement of company operations;
Drafting and analysis of Legal documents including opinions, case briefs, non-disclosure agreements, legal engagements (
Gathered and analyzed research data such as statutes, decisions and legal articles, codes and documents
Conducted comprehensive research to support legal proceedings, formulate defenses and initiate legal action
Managed and supervised document database to maintain litigation records
Developed comprehensive corporate leadership strategy and trained executives, upper management and legal department on adherence to strategy
Oversaw average of 378 cases each month

Business Development officer

Career Directions Limited(CDL)

NAIROBI

05.2015 - 11.2015

Developing all Tender Documents for approval and signature by business development manager achieving 20% increase in business and 38% increase in profit for 4th quarter ending December 2015
Delivered campaigns to solidify new client opportunities and generate new business.
Strategised with sales team to prospect and qualify potential customers within assigned geographic territories.
Built relationships with colleagues to facilitate teamwork, cooperation and success.
This involved composing tender and procurement documents including requests for proposals (RFP’s) and Invitations to Tender (ITT) and delivered 57 proposals for calender year ending December 2015.
Drafting winning business proposals and power- point presentations for managers
This was done in a team led by business development manager;
Analysing market trends, collecting market intelligence and monitoring company position
This was necessary for setting of sales targets and evaluation of business performance
Fronting new business strategies to Business Development Manager
Was part of team that continually invented new strategies which react to market trends and propel business sales
These strategies were in line with quarter- annual and annual business plans.
Completed and submitted monthly and yearly reports to support executive decision making.
Performed client research and identified opportunities for account growth, account penetration and market expansion.
Consistently exceeded quotas through penetration of new accounts.
Greeted customers and offered assistance with selecting merchandise, finding accessories and completing purchases.
Performed effectively in self-directed work environment, managing day-to-day operations and decisions.
Stayed current on company offerings and industry trends.
Selected correct products based on customer needs, product specifications and applicable regulations.
Delivered campaigns to solidify new client opportunities and generate new business
Strategized with sales team to prospect and qualify potential customers within assigned geographic territories
Performed client research and identified opportunities for account growth, account penetration and market expansion
Kept meticulous client notes and updated account information in company databases
Consistently exceeded quotas through penetration of new accounts

Faculty Representative, University Senate

University of Nairobi

NAIROBI

05.2014 - 05.2015

Devised action plans for solving problems with school operation and leadership.
Aided and managed over 600 clearing students clear their results delays and graduate.
Assisted administrative staff with implementation of policy changes after review.
Facilitated effective teamwork in council meetings and group projects by addressing each member's strengths and supporting personal growth.
Informed officers of committee progress and specific problems that arose.
Participated in election and campaign process, gathering student support and votes.
Overall Student Liaison to administration on Exam performance, Results release, Timetable organization and public participation on curriculum change.
Communicated student ideas and requests to council officers during meetings.

Mooter

University of Oxford, Monroe-Price, Media & Privacy Law Competition

Oxford

03.2015 - 03.2015

Coram, Desmond Browne(QC), -The Guardian) Dr. Asma Uddin; Dr Michael Weiner(Permanent Advisor to United Nations)
Competed against 6 inter-university teams and won.
Competed against 7 continental teams and came 1st runners up.
Topics Advocated on included Human Rights, Religion, Secularism and the Private person interference with Human rights

Research Assistant, Deputy Chief Kadhi, Judiciary

Dr. Rashid Omar

NAIROBI

01.2014 - 01.2015

Socio-Economic Effects of Khat on Kenyan Households
Evaluate various methods and methodologies in collection and analysis of research and pick out most effective to conduct research.
Collected research data through experimentation, surveys and leading focus groups.
Prepared materials for reports, presentations and submission to peer-reviewed journal publications.
Maintained and calibrated various types of lab equipment.
Worked with principal investigators to coordinate qualitative research.
Performed statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis.
Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations.

Intern

Masika Manthi & Co. Advocates

MACHAKOS

06.2014 - 08.2014

Drafting case briefs in both criminal and civil matters
Assisted with client interviews and took meticulous notes for inclusion in reports.
Created highly researched and articulate legal paperwork such as pleadings, contracts and briefs.
Drafted, received and tracked due diligence checklists.
Conducted research for upcoming cases for firm'4 attorneys.
Gained valuable insight into regulations and policies associated with Insurance and Criminal law.
Performed legal and general research, drafting memoranda and correspondence.
Interpreted and relayed legal information in clear format for clients.

Research Assistant

United Nations Global Fuel Economy Initiative

Nairobi

02.2014 - 06.2014

Tasks and Duties Part of Team that presented working Paper to ERC and United Nations on effects of Motor- vehicle emissions on Kenyan population
Was part of joint task force that analysed all relevant Kenyan Laws in relation to transport and motor-vehicle emissions
Working paper propounded health effects of harmful energy emissions on 47 million Kenyan population
It troubleshot weaknesses in subsidiary legislation and Acts of parliament
Paper proposed home grown solutions based on international benchmarks and problematized foreseeable challenges in actualizing recommendations through public systems and governance.
Gathered, arranged and corrected research data to create representative graphs and charts highlighting results for presentations
Generated data models and performed analysis to produce reports outlining results
Performed statistical, qualitative and quantitative analysis

International Service Director

Rotaract Club of Masaku

06.2013 - 05.2014

Organized projects on international platform in line with annual Rotary plan globally
Built partnerships with international Rotary and Rotaract clubs
Partnered with Rotaract club of Machakos and Rotary cf Colorado and dug 2 boreholes Kitui, Nyumbani Children's Home

Deputy Under - Secretary General ( Deputy

Kenya Model United Nations

NAIROBI

04.2013 - 05.2014

Coordinated international and domestic logistics including flight itineraries, hotel reservations and car services for inter-faculty MUN events.
Provided general administrative support including scheduling meetings, making travel arrangements and managing documentation.
Organized and attended meetings and compiled related documents and reports.
Served as point of contact between various UN offices and the Chapter Commitee

Assistant Head of the Chapter

Kadhi’s Court Nairobi

06.2012 - 02.2014

Organized Parklands Chapter for Kenya MUN events
Educated members on structure of United Nations
Motivating and intellectually challenging membership of Chapter
Provided legal advice to clients who wished to conduct divorce proceeding
Drafted pleadings at court premises for paupers
Drafted originating summons and supported them with Sharia Law
Conducted research into areas of Islamic Law, Family Law, Succession, Marriage and Divorce.

Professional Director

Rotaract Club of Machakos

NAIROBI

02.2012 - 06.2013

Post Involved nurturing professional development of club members on individual capacity and at club level
Represented professional services to external audiences through various club avenues.
Managed professional service team, celebrating milestones, supporting club by bringing out opportunities though professional meeting invites, scholarships and job offers.
Together with club service, controlled resources and assets for department activities to comply with Rotary fellowship handbook.

Mooter

East Africa Children's Right Moot Court Competition

NAIROBI

10.2012 - 10.2012

Coram Dr.Constance Gikonyo, Dr. Elisha Ongoya
Analyzed probable outcomes of cases using knowledge of legal precedents.
Competed against 6 inter-campus teams and won.
Competed against 18- East African university teams.
Presented key evidence and exhibits in written and oral submissions.
Interviewed witnesses and gathered public record research relevant to each case.
Explained available courses of action and possible repercussions of cases to clients.
Interpreted laws, rulings and regulations for
Communicated with clients and collected information to research cases and prepare settlement offers.
Researched, wrote and filed motions, writs and briefs for each case.

Content Writer Intern

Daily Nation, Newspaper

MACHAKOS

12.2010 - 09.2011

Utilized exceptional writing, editing and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
Developed over 30 creative and sports articles within this period.
Duties involved research into historic and current events, drafting sample articles and various writing styles publishing formats.
Conducted interviews with subject matter experts to generate topics.
Edited and proofread content to confirm proper grammar, quality and consistency with AP style.
Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating and authentic approach.
Completed accurate and polished formatting in line with publishing standards prior to submission.
Repurposed and optimized existing content for use in different mediums.
Composed original written material for various types of publications and submitted for approval by supervisor, editor or publisher.

Volunteer

Red Cross Society

MACHAKOS

01.2011 - 08.2011

Facilitated activities such as blood donation, dissemination on branch activities and participation on emergency response drills
Determined needed and relevant interventions based on each client's cognitive abilities and current needs.
Improved clients' coping with routine life activities such as food budgeting and rental payments.
Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
Volunteered with groups and organizations to help make measurable differences for program recipients.
Spoke with community organizations to further drive outreach efforts and highlight program successes.
Completed clerical tasks and office duties to open full-time employees up for more critical work.
Encouraged donations with community fundraising events and campaigns.
Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
Planned and delivered numerous activities and special events.
Coordinated individual referrals to obtain community services, advocate for client needs and resolve roadblocks.
Adhered to organization procedures and instructions to maintain safety for program participants and other workers.
I also contributed to general running of Branch.

Summary

Overview

Work History

Partner

Associate Partner

Trainer

Holding Over

Pupil

Head of Legal

Assistant Legal Officer

Business Development officer

Faculty Representative, University Senate

Mooter

Research Assistant, Deputy Chief Kadhi, Judiciary

Intern

Research Assistant

International Service Director

Deputy Under - Secretary General ( Deputy

Assistant Head of the Chapter

Professional Director

Mooter

Content Writer Intern

Volunteer

Education

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (K.C.S.E -

LL. M Masters - Laws (International Trade And Dispute Resolution

PGDL Higher Diploma - Laws

LL.B Degree - Laws

Skills

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