Stephen Waweru
Naivasha
Summary
Focused and dedicated lawyer well-versed in drafting legal documents, conducting comprehensive research and supporting advocates throughout all phases and procedures. I am also really good at facilitation and program organization.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Legal Assistant
Jetman Global
Nairobi
05.2024 - Current
- Review all contracts sent by stakeholders in the aviation industry.
- Draft aircraft sale agreements and other supporting documents are required in the process of aircraft sales.
- Handle all company research concerning aviation laws.
- Provide legal advice to the management board on any topic regarding aviation.
- Ensure compliance with all aviation requirements.
Head, Legal & Compliance
Kai & Karo Limited
Nairobi
04.2024 - Current
- Draft all contracts and agreements done between the company and any other stakeholders.
- Conduct research and analysis of all legal matters.
- Provide any legal advice to the company management board.
- Ensure the company complies with all the required rules and requirements, as well as the changing laws on motor vehicles.
- Promoted high customer satisfaction by resolving problems with knowledgeable and friendly service.
- Contributed innovative ideas and solutions to enhance team performance and outcomes.
- Exceeded customer satisfaction by finding creative solutions to problems.
- Conducted comprehensive research and data analysis to support strategic planning and informed decision-making.
Legal Intern
Nakuru County Government
Nakuru
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Reviewed legal documents and provided summaries of their contents.
- Researched case law and conducted legal research using various resources.
- Analyzed cases to identify applicable statutes and regulations.
- Assisted in the preparation of trial materials, such as exhibits.
- Attended court proceedings to observe attorneys in action.
- Conducted client interviews to obtain information related to cases.
- Participated in client meetings with attorney supervision.
- Drafting legal documents, including Memoranda of Appearances, Contracts, and Defense submissions.
- Drafting, reviewing, and customizing County Government Policies.
- Attending and advising county executive committees on legal aspects, pegged on the various mandates.
- Researching and drafting legal opinions for the various departments of the County Government.
Legal Intern
Naivasha Law Courts
Naivasha
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Arrangement of files in the court registries.
- Did rotations in all registries to better understand the filing procedures.
- Wrote coram for the next day's matters.
- Assisted the learned magistrate in making judgments based on the law.
- Did legal research as directed by my presiding magistrate.
- Ensured all the files that needed the attention of the magistrate were successfully delivered to him.
Facilitator
Taifa Teule Organization
Nairobi
09.2021 - 12.2022
- Facilitated group discussions and activities to ensure successful outcomes.
- Developed and implemented training programs to increase participant knowledge and understanding of relevant topics.
- Coordinated with stakeholders to ensure all expectations were met during the facilitation process.
- Provided feedback on team performance, identifying areas for improvement.
- Assessed participant learning needs in order to tailor sessions accordingly.
- Created a safe environment for participants to express their opinions without fear of judgement or criticism.
- Organized materials and resources required for each session in advance.
- Monitored progress throughout the course ensuring objectives were being achieved.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma - Law
Kenya School of Law
Karen07-2024
LLB - Law
Kenyatta University
Parklands12-2022
High School -
Utumishi Academy
Gilgil11-2017
Skills
- Drafting legal documents
- Court case analysis
- Organization
- Contract Review
- Legal research and writing
- MS Office proficient
Affiliations
- Music (Drummer, Guitarist, Pianist)
- Basketball
- Modeling (1st Runners Up, Mr. KU Parklands 2019/2020)
- Poultry Farming
Accomplishments
KUSOL For KUSOL, Chairman
Certificate of Merit, Kenya National Debate Council 3/11/2021
I was awarded a certificate for participating in the Route to Food debate held at Strathmore University as a judge. I was also a public speaker in the same event.
I was part of a team that successfully executed a Civic Education program in Taita/Taveta and Nairobi counties.
Certificate of Merit, Kenyatta University 09/09/2022
I was awarded a certificate for being a student leader in Campus. I was elected the Chairperson Kenyatta University School of Law. I also doubled down as the chair of Chairs, a position that involved being the Chairperson of all satellite campuses.
I steered the committee that organized the first ever charity event in the Kenyatta University School of Law whose aim was to raise funds to pay fees for the needy students in the school as well as setting up a needy students' kitty.
Languages
English
First Language
Interests
- Law (Constitutional Law and Human Rights law)
- Leadership
- Community work
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Legal Assistant
Jetman Global
05.2024 - Current
Head, Legal & Compliance
Kai & Karo Limited
04.2024 - Current
Legal Intern
Nakuru County Government
08.2023 - 01.2024
Legal Intern
Naivasha Law Courts
06.2023 - 08.2023
Facilitator
Taifa Teule Organization
09.2021 - 12.2022
Post Graduate Diploma - Law
Kenya School of Law
LLB - Law
Kenyatta University
High School -
Utumishi Academy
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