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Esther Ndugire

Nairobi

Summary

Legal professional, consistently able to take initiative and persevere in routine complex cases. Analytical in approaching legal questions and developing solid solutions based on precedents. Adaptable advocate with extensive experience providing first-class results. Meets job demands and deadlines through diligent work ethic and dedication to quality.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

ADVOCATE

AMADI &AMADI ADVOCATES
01.2020 - Current
  • Litigation in civil, commercial, criminal, labour matters, running down
    divorce matter, children matters and land matters.
     Carried 30 case files from concept through trial and sometimes appeal.
     Preparing and filling legal documents at court registries, such as plaints
    statement of defence, applications among others.
     Responsible for defending corporate clients and maintaining corporate
    relations.
     Negotiating out of Court settlements.
     Engaging extensive research to find persuasive case precedent.
     Attending to all legal matters including advising, vetting and drafting of
    legal agreements and contract.
     Conducting research and analysis of legal matters and interpreting laws,
    rulings and offer legal opinions to clients.
     Engaging in amicable settlement of disputes (ADR).
     Conveyancing and property law.
     Preparing litigation strategy.
    .
  • Managed complex caseloads with diligence, prioritizing tasks to ensure timely resolution of cases.
  • Assisted individuals in navigating processes and procedures to resolve issues, understand rights and express views.
  • Represented clients in court effectively, achieving positive outcomes through persuasive oral arguments and thorough preparation.
  • Developed negotiation strategies that consistently resulted in advantageous terms for clients in complex legal disputes.
  • Led community outreach initiatives, providing pro bono services that increased access to legal assistance for underserved communities.
  • Enhanced firm's reputation with successful client representations in complex litigation matters.
  • Initiated and maintained strong professional relationships with clients, leading to high retention rates and referrals.
  • Acted as mentor to junior lawyers, guiding their professional development and enhancing their litigation skills.
  • Drafted and reviewed legal documents with keen eye for detail, ensuring clients' interests were protected in all transactions.
  • Negotiated favorable settlements, avoiding costly and prolonged litigation for numerous clients.
  • Managed sensitive cases with discretion, protecting client confidentiality and trust.
  • Secured favorable outcomes in high-profile cases by meticulously preparing for each trial and crafting compelling arguments.
  • Conducted comprehensive legal research to support case strategy and contributed to significant legal victories.



Pupillage/Holding Over

MBIYU KAMAU & COMPANY ADVOCATES
05.2017 - 12.2019
  • Drafted various court documents, invoices and enclosures at attorney’s
    request.
     Conducted client interviews.it has given me an invaluable insight as to
    client management and the day to day running of a law firm.
     Attending court to file documents at the registry.
     Collecting judgments, rulings and orders at various court registries.
     Attending court hearings which has helped me to have a better insight as
    to the practice of law.
     Writing to clients to update them on progress of their cases.
     Research, draft, edit and revise legal documents.
     Filing away case files at the firm’s registry.
     Case research and facts investigation for case litigation.

Internship

LAIBUTA KAMAU & COMPANY ADVOCATES
01.2014 - 04.2014
  • Drafting various documents.
     Conducting client interviews.
     Attending court to file documents at the registry.
     Writing to clients to update them on theprogress of their cases.
     Research.
  • Created organized filing system for legal documentation.
  • Provided reliable, accurate contract drafting support, preparing required documentation efficiently.
  • Tracked deadlines and managed multiple administrative tasks prioritising based on urgency.
  • Handled travel arrangements for law firm staff, adding details to calendars and schedules.
  • Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
  • Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
  • Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.
  • Gained hands-on experience in various software programs, increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.

Education

ADVOCATE OF THE HIGH COURT OF KENYA P105/18585/21
2021

Post-graduate diploma in law - LAW

KENYA SCHOOL OF LAW
2016

Bachelor of law (Second Class -Lower) - LAW

MT KENYATTA UNIVERSITY
2014

Diploma in law - LAW

INOORERO UNIVERSITY
2011

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -

NGINDA GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL
2008

Skills

  • Qualified Advocate
     Contract negotiation and drafting
     Strong research skills
     Data analysis
     Attention to detail
     Commitment to ethics
     Knowledge of history, law and court case precedent
  • Litigation
  • Employment and Labour
  • Dispute resolution
  • Team Work
  • Analytical skills
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Effective multitasking
  • Attention to detail

Additional Information

  • I am part of a non-profit organization of young professionals that visits various
    children’s home’s around the country to offer free assistance, counseling and
    raise funds for various projects that the homes need funds on.

Timeline

ADVOCATE

AMADI &AMADI ADVOCATES
01.2020 - Current

Pupillage/Holding Over

MBIYU KAMAU & COMPANY ADVOCATES
05.2017 - 12.2019

Internship

LAIBUTA KAMAU & COMPANY ADVOCATES
01.2014 - 04.2014

Post-graduate diploma in law - LAW

KENYA SCHOOL OF LAW

Bachelor of law (Second Class -Lower) - LAW

MT KENYATTA UNIVERSITY

Diploma in law - LAW

INOORERO UNIVERSITY

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -

NGINDA GIRLS HIGH SCHOOL

ADVOCATE OF THE HIGH COURT OF KENYA P105/18585/21

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