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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Extracurricular Activities
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Kenneth Ng’angá Njiri

LEGAL ASSOCIATE
NAIROBI

Summary

Experienced legal professional with a strong background in legal research, case analysis, and client advisory. Utilizes in-depth knowledge of legal procedures and documentation to effectively support case strategy. Demonstrates a track record of clear and concise communication, coupled with meticulous attention to detail in handling all legal matters.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education

Work History

LEGAL ASSOCIATE

KIBATIA AND COMPANY ADVOCATES LLP
04.2024 - Current
  • Preparing and reviewing legal documents, such as commercial agreements, sale agreements, tenancy agreements, joint venture agreements, leases, and charges.
  • Conducting comprehensive due diligence investigations for corporate transactions, and mitigating risks for clients.
  • Improving client communication by developing clear, concise status reports on ongoing legal matters.
  • Analyzing complex legal issues using critical thinking skills, leading to innovative solutions for client challenges.
  • Reviewing contracts thoroughly to identify potential areas of risk or noncompliance before execution by clients.
  • Advising clients on regulatory requirements related to their businesses, and helping them avoid potential liabilities.
  • Offering legal advice to clients on various matters, including but not limited to commercial, conveyancing, and intellectual property transactions.
  • Analyzing legal documents and identifying pertinent issues for clients.
  • Increasing client satisfaction by providing timely and accurate legal research on various topics.
  • Creating and finalizing contracts, and other legal documents for clients.

LEGAL ASSISTANT

KIBATIA AND COMPANY ADVOCATES LLP
10.2023 - 04.2024
  • Drafted accurate and persuasive legal correspondence, which contributed to successful negotiations and settlements.
  • Responded to client inquiries, and provided accurate legal advice and assistance.
  • Facilitated timely resolution of legal matters by preparing and organizing essential documents.
  • Supported the firm's advocates in achieving favorable outcomes through thorough research and analysis of complex legal issues.
  • Handled billing tasks efficiently and accurately, ensuring smooth financial operations for the legal team.
  • Increased client satisfaction by efficiently managing case files, and promptly addressing client inquiries.
  • Conducted comprehensive legal research using various resources such as online databases, law libraries, or government agencies to support case strategies effectively.
  • Ensured compliance with legal procedures and court requirements through diligent monitoring and application of rules.
  • Maintained up-to-date knowledge of legal developments and changes in law, ensuring firm's practices remained compliant and effective.
  • Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to cases.
  • Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of cases.
  • Researched and analyzed legal issues and cases to provide accurate advice to clients.
  • Collaborated with the firm's advocates to develop strategies for each case.
  • Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
  • Improved communication between the advocates and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
  • Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.

TRAINEE ADVOCATE

KIBATIA AND COMPANY ADVOCATES LLP
04.2023 - 10.2023
  • Sorted legal documents, filing, and case materials in a clear, orderly manner.
  • Performed legal and general research, drafted memoranda, and correspondence.
  • Participated in client consultations, helping to address clients' concerns, and provided valuable information regarding their cases.
  • Supported the legal team in document review processes, identifying critical information pertinent to ongoing cases.
  • Collaborated with fellow interns on group projects, fostering a positive team environment and enhancing productivity.
  • Reviewed legal information and proofread legal documentation for errors.
  • Shadowed experienced lawyers during client meetings, gaining valuable insight into advocate-client relationships and effective communication techniques.
  • Attended court proceedings and prepared summaries on cases.
  • Drafted and reviewed contracts, ensuring accuracy and compliance with relevant laws.
  • Updated clients regularly on the progress of their matters through written correspondence or phone calls under advocate supervision, maintaining excellent communications that resulted in satisfied clients.
  • Maintained strict confidentiality with sensitive information related to client matters, preserving trust between the firm and its clients.
  • Prepared detailed case summaries for supervising advocates' review, enabling them to make informed decisions about litigation strategy quickly.
  • Interviewed and communicated with clients via phone or email.
  • Analyzed statutes and regulations relevant to specific cases, providing additional context necessary for successful arguments.
  • Managed case files efficiently, ensuring easy accessibility for the firm's advocates when needed.
  • Attended court hearings, developing a deeper understanding of trial procedures and advocacy strategies.
  • Conducted legal analysis to identify potential legal issues in client cases, providing foundation for more effective case strategy and risk management.
  • Monitored and reported on legislative developments, keeping legal team informed of changes impacting client interests and legal strategies.
  • Facilitated client communication by promptly addressing clients' inquiries and concerns, fostering trust and client loyalty.
  • Drafted wide range of legal documents, including briefs, motions, and memoranda, ensuring accuracy and compliance with legal standards.
  • Analyzed case law and statutes to support legal arguments, enhancing persuasiveness of written and oral submissions.
  • Assisted in negotiation preparations, enabling legal team to achieve more favorable terms and outcomes for clients.
  • Researched legal statutes, regulations, court decisions and legal articles.
  • Prepared legal documents such as briefs, contractual agreements and court pleadings.
  • Assisted advocates with reviewing and organizing witness reports.
  • Interviewed clients to obtain information relevant to their cases.
  • Contacted clients to schedule appointments and discuss progress of their cases.
  • Researched and analyzed legal issues and cases to provide accurate advice to clients.
  • Revised and finalized letters, briefs, and memos.

JUDICIAL ATTACHMENT

EMBU LAW COURTS
03.2021 - 04.2021
  • Operated the court case tracking system.
  • Attended mentions, hearings, and other court matters.
  • Developed an understanding of the court procedures (both civil and criminal procedures).

Education

ARBITRATION LAW, PRACTICE & PROCEDURE

NAIROBI CENTRE FOR INTERNATIONAL ARBITRATION
10.2023 - 10.2023

KENYA SCHOOL OF LAW
04.2022 - 10.2023

INTRODUCTION TO ARBITRATION TRAINING

NAIROBI CENTRE FOR INTERNATIONAL ARBITRATION
NAIROBI
12.2022 - 12.2022

Bachelor of Laws - Law

MOI UNIVERSITY
ELDORET
04.2017 - 01.2022

KENYA CERTIFICATE OF SECONDARY EDUCATION - undefined

BARICHO BOYS HIGH SCHOOL
01.2013 - 01.2016

KENYA CERTIFICATE OF PRIMARY EDUCATION -

KERUGOYA GOOD SHEPHERD ACADEMY
01.2010 - 01.2012

KAROBA JUNIOR ACADEMY
01.2005 - 01.2009

Skills

Accomplishments

  • Participated at the Kenya School of Law Legal Aid Clinic held on 11/19/22 in Kitui County.
  • Participated at the KSL Mentorship Workshop held on 11/11/22 at the Kenya School of Law.
  • Represented Moi University School of Law in the Regional EAC Moot Court Competition in 2020 as a researcher.
  • Represented Moi University School of Law in the 19th Annual Kenya Model United Nations Conference 2020 where I participated as an agent of the court (held at the United Nations Office, Nairobi from 02/10/20 to 02/14/20).
  • Participated in the Regional Anti-jigger Campaign organized by Rotaract Kenya-Western Region (held in Mt. Elgon, Bungoma County on 11/30/18 and 12/01/18).

Extracurricular Activities

Member, Kibatia and Company Advocates LLP CSR Committee, 2024 

Member, Kibatia and Company Advocates LLP Devotion Committee, 2024 

Member, Kibatia and Company Advocates LLP Catering and Hospitality Committee, 2024 

Chairperson, Kenya School of Law Christian Fellowship, 2022 to 2023 

Member, Law Students Association of Moi University (LSAMU) Independent Electoral Commission, 2022 

Member, Moi University Annex Campus Christian Union (MUACCU) Vuka Fit Sub-Committee, 2021 

Member, Moi University Student Organization (MUSO) Independent Electoral Commission, 2021 

Member, Moi University Annex Campus Christian Union (MUACCU) Constitution Transitional Commission, 2020 to 2021 

Chairperson, Moi University Annex Campus Christian Union (MUACCU), 2020 to 2021 

Secretary, Rotaract Club of Moi University Annex Campus, 2019 to 2020 

Discipleship Coordinator, Moi University Annex Campus Christian Union, 2019 to 2020 

Secretary, Moi University Annex Campus Christian Union (MUACCU) Constitutional Review Committee, 2019 to 2020

President-elect, Rotaract Club of Moi University Annex Campus, 2018 to 2019

 Secretary, Rotaract Club of Moi University Annex Campus, 2018

 Acting Secretary, Rotaract Club of Moi University Annex Campus, 2018 

Bible Study Coordinator, Moi University Annex Campus Christian Union, 2018 to 2019


Disclaimer

The above information is true and verifiable.

Publications

  • Chapter Six of the Constitution vis-à-vis Presumption of Innocence. Which should prevail?, Volume 5, Issue 2 of the Kenya School of Law Justice Newsletter, 2022
  • Servant Leadership as a Component of Good Governance, Volume 5, Issue 1 of the Kenya School of Law Justice Newsletter, 2022
  • Jurisprudential Conflicts on Religious and Cultural attire in school settings in Kenya, Research paper, Submitted for the partial fulfillment of the requirement of the award of Bachelor of Laws (LL.B.) degree in Moi University
  • An Analysis on the Proposed Reforms to the Financial Regulatory Structure Outlined in the Report on the Presidential Taskforce on Parastatal Reforms in Kenya, SSRN
  • International Monetary Fund and World Bank in Africa: The Role of the Bretton Woods Institutions in the Economic Development of Africa, SSRN
  • Mental Health and Covid-19: The Right to Mental Health during the Covid-19 Pandemic, Issue 54 of The Platform for Law, Justice & Society
  • The Tenant’s Right to Housing in Kenya: Is there need to address this issue during the Covid-19 pandemic, Issue 52 of the Platform for Law, Justice and Society
  • Alternative Dispute Resolution and Access to Justice: The Kenyan Perspective, SSRN

Timeline

LEGAL ASSOCIATE

KIBATIA AND COMPANY ADVOCATES LLP
04.2024 - Current

LEGAL ASSISTANT

KIBATIA AND COMPANY ADVOCATES LLP
10.2023 - 04.2024

ARBITRATION LAW, PRACTICE & PROCEDURE

NAIROBI CENTRE FOR INTERNATIONAL ARBITRATION
10.2023 - 10.2023

TRAINEE ADVOCATE

KIBATIA AND COMPANY ADVOCATES LLP
04.2023 - 10.2023

INTRODUCTION TO ARBITRATION TRAINING

NAIROBI CENTRE FOR INTERNATIONAL ARBITRATION
12.2022 - 12.2022

KENYA SCHOOL OF LAW
04.2022 - 10.2023

JUDICIAL ATTACHMENT

EMBU LAW COURTS
03.2021 - 04.2021

Bachelor of Laws - Law

MOI UNIVERSITY
04.2017 - 01.2022

KENYA CERTIFICATE OF SECONDARY EDUCATION - undefined

BARICHO BOYS HIGH SCHOOL
01.2013 - 01.2016

KENYA CERTIFICATE OF PRIMARY EDUCATION -

KERUGOYA GOOD SHEPHERD ACADEMY
01.2010 - 01.2012

KAROBA JUNIOR ACADEMY
01.2005 - 01.2009
Kenneth Ng’angá NjiriLEGAL ASSOCIATE