Lilian Akinyi Hellen Wameyo
Lawyer
Nairobi County,Nairobi
Summary
Detail-oriented and proactive legal professional with a strong understanding of commercial law, contract drafting, and regulatory compliance. I am currently pursuing a Paralegal Certification in Law and possessing hands-on experience in research, legal documentation, and client relations. My goal is to leverage skills in providing legal support for business transactions, contract negotiation, and compliance matters. I am committed to helping the legal team navigate the complexities of commercial law, ensuring smooth operations and minimizing risks for clients and the organization.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
4
4
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Legal Researcher- Commercial Law (Fully Remote)
ASGE Global Media
USA
02.2025 - Current
- Preparing and reviewing contracts and other legal documents following applicable regulations.
- Advising the team on a variety of legal matters, including corporate governance, intellectual property, labor law and taxation.
- Creating and finalizing contracts and other legal documents for clients.
- Researching and writing contracts, agreements and proposals.
Commercial Law Intern
C. J and Shephard Law
02.2024 - 08.2024
- Researching commercial law issues, including due diligence and intellectual property rights, to ensure compliance with applicable regulations
- Drafting legal documents, such as contracts and memoranda of understanding, while adhering to corporate policies and procedures
- Participating in client meetings to discuss progress on pending cases and provide updates as needed
- Generating reports detailing pertinent case information from various databases for use by attorneys during litigation proceedings
- Developing templates for commonly used legal documents to streamline process of drafting new agreements
- Preparing presentations outlining relevant case law precedents in order to advise clients on potential outcomes of litigation
- Facilitating communication between clients, attorneys, and other stakeholders related to company matters
- Maintaining organized filing system containing all relevant client documentation for quick reference during legal proceedings
- Attending hearings in state courts on behalf of firm's clients when necessary
- Monitoring changes in legislation affecting firm's practice area in order to ensure compliance with applicable laws
- Assisting attorneys in preparing for court proceedings by conducting legal research and summarizing findings
- Attending court hearings and client meetings to observe how attorneys conduct trials
- Conducting legal research and analysis in areas relevant to company's business operations
- Analyzing and summarizing statutes, ordinances, and other legal materials
- Working alongside staff responsible for legal and administrative procedures
- Maintaining case files, organizing documents, and tracking deadlines for multiple cases while maintaining attention to detail
- Creating and managing client databases and tracking case progress and outcomes
- Negotiating terms of contracts with vendors on behalf of firm's clients
- Conducting interviews with witnesses involved in disputes over contractual terms or obligations
- Participating in mock trials conducted by firm's attorneys as part of their training program
- Compiling legal research data and analyzed information to support development of client strategies for contract negotiations
- Participated in client meetings to discuss progress on pending cases and provide updates as needed
- Restructured companies
- Incorporated companies
Legal Assistant Intern
Brian and Brian A Advocates
01.2021 - 03.2021
- Provided administrative support to attorneys, including scheduling meetings and maintaining calendars
- Conducted research on applicable laws and regulations related to specific cases
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously while adhering to strict deadlines
- Responded promptly to requests from attorneys or staff members
- Analyzed case materials such as depositions, interrogatories and court transcripts for relevant information
- Scanned hard copies of documents into digital format for easy access and retrieval
- Proofread documents for accuracy prior to submission ensuring that all formatting is correct
- Assisted attorneys in preparing for hearings or trials by gathering necessary documents or evidence needed
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information regarding cases at all times
- Greeted visitors warmly
- Prepared correspondence letters, memos, and emails to be sent out from attorneys' offices
- Developed strong communication skills while interacting with clients, colleagues, and other professionals
- Answered incoming calls professionally providing assistance when possible
- Attended court hearings and client meetings to observe how attorneys conduct trials
- Conducted legal research and analysis on relevant company's business operations
- Compiled and organized evidence for court proceedings, including witness statements and trial exhibits
- Met with clients to conduct interviews and gain case information
- Gathered and analyzed research data and presented reports of significant findings
- Prepared legal briefs and statements in support of case preparation
- Took notes regarding witness testimony which were later used during settlement negotiations or trial proceedings
Education
Paralegal Certification - Law
Kenya School of Law
Nairobi, Nairobi Province 01.2023 - Current
Certificate - Data Protection and Privacy Law
Strathmore University
Nairobi, Nairobi Province03.2024
Certificate - Business Management
Kenya College of Accountancy
Nairobi, Nairobi Province12.2022
African Bible Leadership Initiative - Organizational Leadership
Bible Society of Kenya
Nairobi, Nairobi Province12.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Law
Moi University School of Law
12.2017
Skills
- Dispute resolution
- Intellectual property
- Legal Research
- Case Management
- Client Communication
- Electronic Filing System Organization
- Legal Drafting
- Contract drafting
- Commercial litigation
Certification
Ongoing
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Swahili
Advanced (C1)
Dholuo
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Elementary (A2)
Work Availability
monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Referees
- Ivy Kalekye Mutiso, C. J And Shephard Law, Legal Associate, Supervising Associate, (072) 916-4500, ivykalekye4@gmail.com
- Brian Awuonda, Brian And Brian A Company Advocates, Managing Partner, CEO, (072) 411-2476, bbaadvocates@gmail.com
- Andrew Dewayne Smith Monroe, ASGE Global Media Group, CEO, +1 (903) 470-0523, andysmithglobalenterprises@gmail.com
Timeline
Legal Researcher- Commercial Law (Fully Remote)
ASGE Global Media
02.2025 - Current
Commercial Law Intern
C. J and Shephard Law
02.2024 - 08.2024
Paralegal Certification - Law
Kenya School of Law
01.2023 - Current
Legal Assistant Intern
Brian and Brian A Advocates
01.2021 - 03.2021
Certificate - Data Protection and Privacy Law
Strathmore University
Certificate - Business Management
Kenya College of Accountancy
African Bible Leadership Initiative - Organizational Leadership
Bible Society of Kenya
Bachelor of Arts - Law
Moi University School of Law
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