Fiona Wanjiku Wanganga
Nairobi
Summary
Meticulous Professional with a Bachelor of Laws Degree Background. Highly motivated, proactive, and capable of identifying and solving complex legal problems. Enthusiastic about contributing to both professional and community-oriented legal initiatives. Works effectively with cross functional teams in ensuring operational and service excellence.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Trainee
Mukoma & Associates Advocates
Nairobi
01.2024 - Current
- Drafted and reviewed various legal documents, including charges, discharges, and lease agreements.
- Conducted extensive legal research on diverse areas of law to provide accurate, practical solutions for clients.
- Regularly met with clients to discuss case details and provide updates, ensuring clear and effective communication.
- Assisted in mediations and negotiations, helping to facilitate successful resolutions in complex matters.
- Supported lead counsel in case management, including document preparation, filing, and administrative tasks.
- Actively involved in tracking and following up on the status of legal files and tasks with the pupil master.
- Developed strong analytical and problem-solving skills through exposure to diverse legal scenarios and client issues.
Youth Leader
Anglican Church of Kenya
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Volunteering to oversee a team of over Seventy (70) young adults as the Youth Chairperson
- Provided legal advice to underprivileged families, particularly in cases involving child welfare, and protection from exploitation
- Assisted in the development of community outreach programs, educating parents and caregivers about children's rights and legal protections
- Planned other events that involved community participation such as Girl to Girl project in providing vulnerable girls with sanitary towels
Legal Intern
Anjarwalla and Khanna Advocates LLP
Nairobi
06.2021 - 10.2021
- Participated in internal projects of the firm
- Assisted the Associates with Legal research various Legal Topics
- Provided the Legal Technology department with various tasks
- Achievement- Liaised with the Legal Technology team in launching an Internal Application system for the firm
Leadership Development Volunteer
AIESEC
Maringa
01.2018 - 12.2018
- Collaborated with other local and international volunteers to address the issue of sustainable goal: Climate action and quality education
- Led projects with different age groups in a local school by training teenagers on leadership and teamwork
- Championed the SDG goals by taking part in community activities
Education
POST-DIPLOMA IN LAW - Law
Kenya School of Law
Nairobi, Kenya12-2024
BACHELOR OF LAWS - LLB
Catholic University of Eastern Africa
Nairobi, Kenya11-2020
Skills
- Leadership and Team management
- Program support
- Events Planning
- Excellent co-ordination and Multi-tasking Abilities
- Effective Communication and interpersonal Skills
- Integrity and Professionalism
- Organised
- Creative
- Detail-oriented
Volunteer Experience
Volunteer, AIESEC, 2018, Collaborated with local and international volunteers on sustainable goals., Led projects in a local school training teenagers on leadership and teamwork., Championed SDG goals through community activities.
Profile
Fiona Wanjiku Wanganga, +254701029425, fionarahab@gmail.com, Nairobi, Nairobi
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Legal Trainee
Mukoma & Associates Advocates
01.2024 - Current
Legal Intern
Anjarwalla and Khanna Advocates LLP
06.2021 - 10.2021
Youth Leader
Anglican Church of Kenya
01.2021 - 01.2023
Leadership Development Volunteer
AIESEC
01.2018 - 12.2018
POST-DIPLOMA IN LAW - Law
Kenya School of Law
BACHELOR OF LAWS - LLB
Catholic University of Eastern Africa
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