Speicy Bitutu Maina
Adcocate Of The High Court Of Kenya
Nairobi
Summary
Versatile legal professional with over five years of experience in both private practice and in-house legal advisory roles. Demonstrated expertise in banking and finance law, commercial transactions, insurance, dispute resolution, compliance, and regulatory advisory. Skilled in drafting and negotiating contracts, managing legal risk, and supporting corporate governance. Adept at delivering strategic, business-oriented legal advice to executives and cross-functional teams. Currently pursuing an LL.M. in International Law with a specialization in transnational cybercrime and regulatory enforcement. Committed to providing practical, compliant, and solutions-driven legal support across diverse sectors.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
Work History
Senior Associate
ROMLAW Advocates LLP
09.2023 - 06.2025
- General Private Legal practise. Specializing in Banking, Commercial transactions (local & international), insurance, legal consultancy & Research, arbitration and Mediation.
- Drafted and negotiated high-value contracts, facility agreements, security documents, and employment policies ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
- Represented clients in court proceedings, arbitration and mediation forums, securing favorable settlements in over 70% of all disputes handled, particularly in commercial, construction, financial, family (divorce and custody) matters.
- Supported client onboarding, policy drafting, and compliance functions for internal and external teams.
- Managed and advised on loan recovery strategies, asset tracing, and security enforcement, including charges, debentures, guarantees, and court-supervised recoveries.
- Provided legal opinions on insurance liability, contract interpretation, and statutory compliance matters, including for clients in the banking, insurance, and manufacturing sectors.
- Implemented process improvements that led to significant time savings and increased accuracy in deliverables.
- Streamlined office operations by effectively monitoring and addressing client correspondence and data communications.
- Trained and supported new team members, maintaining culture of collaboration.
Legal officer
Tuffsteel Limited
08.2022 - 08.2023
- Advised the Directors on all legal matters, providing expert guidance and recommendations.
- Provided legal advice to minimize liability and legal exposure mitigating potential risks while protecting the company’s interests.
- Negotiated and structured complex commercial contracts, ensuring legal compliance, safeguarding the company’s interests, and proactively mitigating legal and commercial risks.
- Monitored the evolution of applicable laws, rules, and industry standards, advising the company on their operational impact.
- Provided expert legal opinions and guidance to different departments within the organization on operational and contractual matters.
- Reviewed, drafted, and updated company policies, procedures, and contracts to ensure legal compliance and mitigate potential legal risks.
- Implemented robust quality of credit management and debt recovery strategies, including negotiations and legal actions, to recoup outstanding debts owed to the Company.
- Liaised with external counsels to file or defend cases in court, representing the Company's interests in legal disputes.
- Conducted regular internal audits to assess compliance levels across various departments including property rights, identifying areas for improvement while implementing the necessary corrective measures in respect to the respective operational requirements.
- Oversaw a diverse portfolio of residential and commercial properties, ensuring their smooth operation, maintenance, and improvement.
- Negotiated favorable settlements in litigation cases, minimizing financial exposure for the company.
- Streamlined contract review process, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced turnaround time.
Associate
Robi Kerato Partners & Co. Advocates
03.2021 - 07.2022
- Handled a diverse portfolio of contentious matters by appearing in court for hearings and mentions, and crafting pleadings, submissions, and legal opinions to support successful outcomes in complex disputes.
- Engaged in client consultations, providing informed legal advice, updates, and recommendations on case progress, strategy, and potential outcomes.
- Strategically engaged in settlement negotiations and mediation proceedings, leveraging legal expertise to protect client interests and achieve optimal dispute resolutions.
- Negotiated and drafted intricate commercial contracts, ensuring legal compliance while mitigating potential risks for clients.
- Monitored and analyzed developments in legislation, regulations, and case law to assess their impact on client matters, offering proactive legal guidance to ensure compliance and enhance strategic outcome.
- Developed and implemented strategies to increase customer satisfaction and engagement.
Legal Trainee
Musyoka Murambi & Associates Advocates
06.2018 - 09.2019
- Supported Senior Associates in court proceedings by drafting persuasive pleadings, submissions, legal opinions, and other court documents in the Litigation Department.
- Managed a substantial caseload, ensuring all case files were current and deadlines were met using an updated case management system. Wakili system
- Conducted comprehensive legal research and analysis to support the preparation of complex legal documents in the Commercial & Conveyancing Department.
- Assisted in the coordination and management of discovery processes, including document review, analysis, and production, to support case preparation and compliance with legal requirements.
- Engaged in client consultations, providing informed legal advice, updates, and recommendations on case progress, strategy, and potential outcomes.
Legal Intern
Kenya Airport Parking services (KAPS LIMITED)
10.2016 - 02.2017
- Drafted and revised a broad spectrum of legal documents, ensuring legal accuracy, risk mitigation, and alignment with organizational objectives
- Maintained strict confidentiality and data security in handling sensitive information and legal documentation.
- Managed structured digital and physical records systems, improving document traceability, compliance readiness, and operational efficiency.
- Conducted comprehensive reviews of commercial contracts to ensure compliance with company policies, mitigate legal risk, and safeguard business interests.
- Developed and maintained a centralized client contract database, enhancing oversight of contract status, renewals, and compliance timelines.
- Actively participated in client meetings and internal disciplinary proceedings, contributing to legal analysis, documentation, and case preparation
- Prepared monthly, quarterly and annual reports, audit letters and managed the billable hours tracking, payroll, client invoicing and schedules.
Education
Master of Laws - Public International Law
The University of Nairobi
School Of Law-Parklands Campus-Nairobi 04.2001 -
Diploma - Advocates Training Programme
The Kenya School of Law
Nairobi12.2019
Bachelor of Law -
The Catholic University of Eastern Africa
Bogani E.Road-Nairobi 04.2001 -
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Mary Mount Secondary School
Molo11.2012
Skills
Arbitration & Dispute Resolution
Banking & Financial Law
Case Management
Contract Negotiation & Drafting
Corporate & Commercial Transactions
Legal Research & Analysis
Legal & Regulatory Compliance
Legal Audit & Due Diligence
Legal Risk Management
Litigation & Advocacy
Certification
2019: Admitted to the Roll of Advocates of the High Court of Kenya.
References
Available Upon Inquiry
Timeline
Senior Associate
ROMLAW Advocates LLP
09.2023 - 06.2025
Legal officer
Tuffsteel Limited
08.2022 - 08.2023
Associate
Robi Kerato Partners & Co. Advocates
03.2021 - 07.2022
Legal Trainee
Musyoka Murambi & Associates Advocates
06.2018 - 09.2019
Legal Intern
Kenya Airport Parking services (KAPS LIMITED)
10.2016 - 02.2017
Master of Laws - Public International Law
The University of Nairobi
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Law -
The Catholic University of Eastern Africa
04.2001 -
Diploma - Advocates Training Programme
The Kenya School of Law
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education -
Mary Mount Secondary School
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