EVE NJUGUINI MWANIKI
Nairobi
Summary
A diligent and motivated lawyer, having recently graduated with a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) from the University of Nairobi seeking a position in your organisation where I can learn more, apply my academic knowledge and practical skills to contribute to the organisation’s success while gaining invaluable experience. My main aim is to contribute meaningfully to advancing justice and sustainability goals within progressive organizations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Law Intern
Lawyers for Animal Protection in Africa
Nairobi, Kenya
01.2024 - Current
- Assisting in legal research, policy review, and drafting documents relating to animal protection and conservation
- Supporting advocacy initiatives aimed at strengthening animal welfare laws in Africa
- Conducting outreach activities to promote legal education and awareness on animal rights
Commercial Law Job Simulation
Bowmans Kenya
11.2024 - 01.2025
- Company Overview: Bowmans law firm
- Completed a job simulation advising a variety of commercial clients for Bowmans law firm
- Aided a hypothetical client in reorganizing their business by providing a share transfer and statutory declaration
- Advised a hypothetical client on creating a demand letter to settle a contract dispute
- Performed IP due diligence and guided a client through complex employment law situations
- Bowmans law firm
Legal Attachment
Machakos Law Courts
01.2023 - 12.2023
- Sharpened communication and time management skills
- Enhanced ability to work under pressure while maintaining a calm demeanour
- Attended various workshops and seminars on work ethics
- Participated in problem-solving situations
Education
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) -
University of Nairobi
09.2024
High School Diploma -
Moi Forces Academy Lanet
11.2019
Upper Primary Studies -
Wankan Academy Ruiru
11.2015
Skills
- Good communication skills
- Team player
- Translational expertise
- Attention to detail
- Ability to work with minimal supervision
- Willingness to learn
- Critical thinking
- Flexibility
- Time management
- Creativity
- Computer literacy
- Emotional intelligence
- Resilience and adaptability
Extracurricular Activities
Akilidada Organization, Active Member, Focused on safeguarding the future of women and girls from underserved backgrounds across Africa. The organisation is an International award-winning leadership incubator-through education and mentorship, providing me with a platform to contribute to the holistic growth of young women by fostering their academic, personal and professional growth. Friends of Nairobi National Park (FONNAP), Active Member, Focused on preserving and advocating for the protection of one of the world’s most unique urban wildlife reserves. Engaged in conservation activities, raising awareness about the critical role the park plays in biodiversity conservation and the need to safeguard its ecosystem. As a member, my goal is to ensure that Nairobi National Park remains a thriving sanctuary for wildlife while balancing the needs of the surrounding human population.
Training
- International Youth Conference, Online, New York, 09/25/24 - 09/29/24, Gained insights on global youth engagement and strategies for impactful advocacy.
- Africa Animal Welfare Conference, 09/30/24 - 10/02/24, Engaged in discussions on animal welfare legislation and conservation policies across Africa.
- Securexpo East Africa 2024, 10/15/24 - 10/19/24, Learned about the latest developments in security, safety, and risk management in Africa.
References
Mary Kariuki, Development Consultant, +254 728 344 392, wanjirueve@gmail.com
Professional Development
- Lawyers for Animal Protection in Africa (LAPA), Nairobi, Kenya, Law Intern, 01/01/24, Present, Assisting in legal research, policy review, and drafting documents relating to animal protection and conservation., Supporting advocacy initiatives aimed at strengthening animal welfare laws in Africa., Conducting outreach activities to promote legal education and awareness on animal rights.
- Machakos Law Courts, Legal Attachment, 2023, Sharpened communication and time management skills, Enhanced ability to work under pressure while maintaining a calm demeanour
- Bowmans Kenya Commercial Law Job Simulation on Forage, Job Simulation, 11/01/24, 01/01/25, Completed a job simulation advising a variety of commercial clients for Bowmans law firm., Aided a hypothetical client in reorganizing their business by providing a share transfer and statutory declaration., Advised a hypothetical client on creating a demand letter to settle a contract dispute., Performed IP due diligence and guided a client through complex employment law situations.
Timeline
Commercial Law Job Simulation
Bowmans Kenya
11.2024 - 01.2025
Law Intern
Lawyers for Animal Protection in Africa
01.2024 - Current
Legal Attachment
Machakos Law Courts
01.2023 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) -
University of Nairobi
High School Diploma -
Moi Forces Academy Lanet
Upper Primary Studies -
Wankan Academy Ruiru