Miriam Ouma
Mombasa
Summary
Detail-oriented legal professional with experience in contract management, compliance, and risk mitigation. Specialized in drafting and reviewing legal documents across multiple jurisdictions, providing practical solutions to complex legal issues, and ensuring regulatory compliance. Proven track record in contract lifecycle management, stakeholder engagement, and legal advisory services with emphasis on corporate governance and risk assessment.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Legal Associate
Cadogan & Mugo LLP T/A Adroit Law LLP
01.2023 - Current
- Draft, review, and manage contracts across corporate law, data protection, and intellectual property areas, implementing comprehensive legal documentation systems that enhanced contract lifecycle efficiency by 33%
- Perform legal due diligence to identify and mitigate legal risks by 18% through targeted compliance checks and thorough document review
- Design and enforce compliance procedures aligned with regulatory standards, improving client regulatory adherence by 75%
- Conduct in-depth legal research and case analysis, providing strategic legal advice to management on governance matters and potential legal risks
- Maintain meticulous documentation of legal cases and opinions, facilitating efficient reference and knowledge management
- Support litigation processes through substantiated legal opinions and submissions for court filings
Session Organizer & Panelist
World-Trade Organization Public Forum
Geneva
07.2024 - 09.2024
- Coordinated with senior international stakeholders to organize high-level legal and policy discussions
- Improved stakeholder engagement by 12% through policy initiatives focused on sustainable global trade
- Collaborated with legal experts across jurisdictions to explore effective digitization policies and regulatory frameworks
- Developed clear recommendations for improving transparency in global business practices
Advocate Trainee
Muthoni Maina & Associates Advocates
Nairobi
06.2022 - 12.2022
- Drafted and reviewed commercial contracts with emphasis on legal terminology clarity and risk mitigation
- Provided data protection compliance advice and prepared legal opinions addressing cross-border data transfer challenges
- Enhanced case management efficiency through legal research and case law analysis
- Reduced case resolution time by 20% through thorough preparation of legal documentation and compliance oversight
- Assisted in civil proceedings related to commercial disputes, ensuring adherence to procedural requirements
Legal Assistant
Begi's Law Offices and Chambers
Nairobi
04.2022 - 05.2022
- Improved statutory compliance by 65% through oversight of contract drafting/review and internal compliance audits
- Strengthened corporate governance through development of documentation protocols and efficient file management
- Supported legal research initiatives using specialized legal databases and resources
- Assisted in drafting legal opinions and memoranda in collaboration with attorneys
Education
Certificate in Data Protection -
Strathmore University – Centre For Intellectual Property Information Technology Law
Nairobi, Kenya10-2024
Certificate in Project Management -
Google
Online07-2024
Trade Rules, Sustainable Development, and the Law -
University of Cambridge, Lucy Cavendish College
Online06-2024
Certificate in Mergers & Acquisitions Virtual Experience Program - Mergers & Acquisitions Law
Global Citizenship Education Online Campus (GCED)
Online08-2023
Post Graduate Diploma - Law
Kenya School of Law
Nairobi, Kenya03-2023
Bachelor of Laws -
Moi University
Eldoret,Kenya08-2021
Skills
- Contract drafting & negotiation
- Legal due diligence & risk assessment
- Regulatory compliance & governance
- Documentation & reporting systems
- Legal research & case analysis
- Stakeholder communication & management
Accomplishments
- Westlaw
- Technical
- LexisNexis
- CaseText
- Contract Express
- Luminance
- DocuSign
- Microsoft Office Suite
- SharePoint
Certification
- Law Society of Kenya
- East Africa Law Society Trade and Regional Integration Committee
- East Africa Law Society Data Protection and Privacy Committee
- Trade Experettes – Supporting women's voices in international trade
Languages
Swahili
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
French
Elementary (A2)
A2
Key Qualifications For ICIEC Position
Licensed to practice law in Kenya, 2+ years of experience in legal documentation, contract review, and compliance, Proficient in drafting and reviewing commercial contracts and legal agreements, Experience in conducting legal research and providing substantiated legal opinions, Strong command of English with additional language capabilities in French, Swahili, and others, Demonstrated ability in stakeholder management and legal advisory services
Legal Documentation And Reporting Experience
- Implemented comprehensive legal documentation systems enhancing retrieval efficiency by 33%
- Created standardized templates for legal opinions, memoranda, and case summaries
- Maintained detailed records of legal proceedings and compliance activities
- Developed reporting mechanisms for tracking legal operation progress and compliance statuses
- Streamlined document management processes using both digital and physical filing systems
Publications
Non-conviction-based (NCB) Asset forfeiture in Kenya,
The Role of Courts in Fighting Corruption in Kenya,
Extending Legal Protection for Refugees and Asylum seekers, https://ssrn.com/abstract=5050509
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Session Organizer & Panelist
World-Trade Organization Public Forum
07.2024 - 09.2024
Legal Associate
Cadogan & Mugo LLP T/A Adroit Law LLP
01.2023 - Current
Advocate Trainee
Muthoni Maina & Associates Advocates
06.2022 - 12.2022
Legal Assistant
Begi's Law Offices and Chambers
04.2022 - 05.2022
Certificate in Data Protection -
Strathmore University – Centre For Intellectual Property Information Technology Law
Certificate in Project Management -
Google
Trade Rules, Sustainable Development, and the Law -
University of Cambridge, Lucy Cavendish College
Certificate in Mergers & Acquisitions Virtual Experience Program - Mergers & Acquisitions Law
Global Citizenship Education Online Campus (GCED)
Post Graduate Diploma - Law
Kenya School of Law
Bachelor of Laws -
Moi University
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