BERNICE KIRWA
Lawyer
Nairobi,Ngong
Summary
Dedicated Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with over three years of legal experience across criminal, family, real estate, intellectual property, corporate, and commercial law. Skilled in driving strategic outcomes and adept at balancing legal expertise with a strong technological background to enhance practice efficiency and client service. Passionate about justice, I actively contribute to shaping legal discourse as a member of the Law Society of Kenya's Young Advocates Committee. A forward-thinking professional with a deep-seated commitment to advocacy and an enthusiasm for integrating AI and tech innovations within the legal arena.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder
KIRWA BERNICE & ASSOCIATES ADVOCATES
09.2021 - Current
- Retained counsel for Agape Sacco ltd, Faith Covenant Sacco ltd : I am the primary legal representative for the above Deposit taking Saccos, managing all aspects of litigation and legal matters. Provide strategic legal advice to support their objectives and ensure compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
- Securities Registration and Perfection: Oversee the registration and perfection of securities in response to client loan requests. Navigate complex legal processes to ensure the lenders' interests are protected and all transactions are in accordance with legal requirements.
- Legal Documentation: Draft and review legal documents, including loan agreements, security instruments, and other contracts. Ensure the accuracy and completeness of legal documentation to mitigate risks and uphold the lenders' legal standing.
- Risk Management: Conduct comprehensive legal due diligence to identify potential risks associated with financial transactions. Collaborate with internal teams to develop and implement effective risk mitigation strategies, ensuring the lenders operate within legal parameters.
- Court Representation: Represent the lenders in court proceedings, negotiations, and alternative dispute resolution forums. Advocate for their interests and provide legal counsel to achieve favorable outcomes in legal disputes.
- Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with internal departments and external stakeholders to facilitate smooth legal processes. Maintain effective communication channels to ensure timely completion of transactions and compliance with legal requirements.
- Regulatory Compliance: Staying abreast of changes in banking laws, financial regulations, and legal developments. Provide regular updates and training to the bank's staff to ensure ongoing compliance with relevant legal requirements.
- Client Engagement: Foster strong client relationships by offering timely and sound legal advice. Address client concerns and provide guidance on legal matters to enhance overall client satisfaction.
- Legal Opinions: Providing informed legal opinions on various matters related to banking, financial securities, and regulatory compliance. Assist clients and internal teams in making well-informed decisions within the legal framework.
Associate Advocate
MESSRS. BARONGO OMBASA & CO. ADVOCATES
03.2020 - 03.2022
- Created and finalized financial securities contracts and other legal documents for clients ie Deeds of Rental Income Assignment, Debentures, Charges, Mortgages, and Deeds of Indemnity among others.
- Researched and wrote sale and purchase contracts where the financiers and other financial transactions were concerned.
- Registered and perfected securities.
- Created and maintained a database of all banking security registration per client and updated the banker client every fortnight.
- Explaining to clients the legal options available to them, upon defaulting including litigation and auction where applicable
- Managing schedules of civil litigation cases
- Conducting Mediations on cases that are amenable to Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Coordinated searches at the various land registries in performing due diligence for client bankers
- Preparing Legal Charges on properties for Equity Bank. KCB Bank and other clients who had retained the firm's services.
Intern
Kabarak University Law School
06.2018 - 12.2018
- Organized and coordinated weekly public expert lecture series as instructed by the school
- Assist in organizing annual conferences
- Responded to incoming communications and provided information on behalf of the school.
Legal Intern
Thika Law Courts
02.2016 - 05.2016
- Created highly researched and articulate legal paperwork such as rulings and judgments for review and adoption by the Senior Principal Magistrate
- Conferred with clients and other involved parties to gather and track case information in the Civil and Criminal Registry
- Coordinated trial exhibits by organizing materials, writing documentation and preparing digital materials and displays before trial in court
- Attended depositions and court proceedings and prepared summaries on cases
- Worked closely with multiple departments including legal aid department, traffic registry and Probate registry
- Prepared typed out court files from the handwritten court files in an effort to digitalize court records
- Worked closely with multiple departments including legal aid department, traffic registry and Probate registry to ensure client needs are aptly met.
Eldoret
Koibasui Primary School
01.2001 - 01.2009
- KCPE Marks: 332 (, In charge of content creation for company website and school social media pages
- Conducted daily updates to social media profiles to boost the school’s online presence.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma in Law - Advocates Training Programme
Kenya School of Law
Karen09.2021
Bachelor of Laws -
Kabarak University School of Law
Nakuru, Kenya12.2018
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Loreto Convent Secondary School
Matunda, Kenya12.2013
Skills
- Certified Professional Mediator
- Business Development and Planning
- Team Leadership
- Contract Negotiation
- Skilled Orator
- Case interpretation drafting legal opinions
- Good Interpersonal Skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs
Affiliations
- Kalenjin Lawyers Association- Member
- Ole Naimasia Community - Legal Counse;
- Law Society Of Kenya - Member
- Law Society of Kenya - Young Advocates Committee - Member
- Forest Line Residents Association - Legal Counsel
Timeline
Founder
KIRWA BERNICE & ASSOCIATES ADVOCATES
09.2021 - Current
Associate Advocate
MESSRS. BARONGO OMBASA & CO. ADVOCATES
03.2020 - 03.2022
Intern
Kabarak University Law School
06.2018 - 12.2018
Legal Intern
Thika Law Courts
02.2016 - 05.2016
Eldoret
Koibasui Primary School
01.2001 - 01.2009
Postgraduate Diploma in Law - Advocates Training Programme
Kenya School of Law
Bachelor of Laws -
Kabarak University School of Law
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Loreto Convent Secondary School
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