Litigation Advocate

The firm hereby invites applications from suitably qualified, experienced and self-motivated candidates for the position of Litigation Advocate. The ideal candidate must be a person of high integrity, hardworking and able to work with minimum supervision, possess good communication skills and self-motivated. About the Client: A leading law firm in Kenya, head quartered in Nairobi is seeking to hire Litigation Advocate to be based in Nairobi. Duties & Responsibilities: Have a working knowledge in case analysis, development of case strategy, identifying the procedure rules for the various courts and other arbitral fora; Understand procedural aspects regarding pleadings, filing, applications and hearing; Drafting and reviewing of litigation documents Giving legal opinions and advice on any areas of the law arising litigation Consultations with clients and counsel as well as reviewing new legislations. Attending court sessions and in addition, provide a high quality legal service to all clients. Conducting negotiations with a view to settling potentially litigious matters. To grow revenue through achieving fee targets and time targets. Offering advice on the law, legal procedures. Research on diverse range of assigned issues, documents and case history to ensure accuracy of advice and procedures. Keeping up-to-date with changes in the law. Receive requests for legal advice from current and potential clients and deciding on the most appropriate responses to make to these requests. Attract additional business from new and existing clients Drafting and reviewing of litigation documents including pleadings, notices, affidavits & correspondence Furnishing legal opinions and advice on any areas of the law arising in civil & commercial litigation Consultations with clients and counsel Reviewing new legislation Attending court at the High Court and Magistrate’s Court Conducting the administration of an attorney’s practice, including file management and electronic time-keeping Draw up contracts and other legal documents ensuring attention to detail To be able to demonstrate that they are technically very able across a sufficiently wide area, able to work without significant supervision and have developed a particular strength and reputation in their work area. To be able to show a track record of achieving their fee targets and time targets and that the targets are appropriate for their position and level of qualification. To provide a high quality legal service to all clients. Offering advice on the law, legal procedures and a wide range of associated issues Research on diverse range of assigned issues, documents and case history to ensure accuracy of advice and procedures Keeping up-to-date with changes in the law Receive requests for legal advice from current and potential clients and deciding on the most appropriate responses to make to these requests. To develop and maintain good client relationship skills, gaining clients’ confidence and that of other professionals Qualifications & Requirements Develop positive relationship with clients and meet clients’ expectations. Two (2) years Post admission experience in a busy law firm with sound knowledge of and experience in litigation with skills and expertise in prosecuting and defending civil, commercial, constitutional, judicial review, labour and land matters; An upper 2nd Bachelors of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university will be an added advantage. Advocate of the High Court. A valid practicing certificate Must have hands on experience in interpretation & application of legal texts, statutes, rules & regulations Competencies & Skills Experience in a busy law firm dealing with litigation matters. Good Knowledge and experience in research skills and drafting of legal documents; High level of accuracy and attention to detail; Highly disciplined with ability to work with minimal supervision; Ability to develop positive relationship with clients & manage/meet client expectations; Able to demonstrate acumen in business development; Proactive, self-motivated and aggressive Excellent knowledge and practical understanding of the legal and judicial systems. High degree of responsibility, professional ethics and personal integrity at a personal and professional level. Ability to develop positive relationship with clients and manage/meet client expectations. Excellent analytical writing, oral presentation, organizational and computer skills. Good knowledge and experience in research skills and drafting of legal documents. Good communication and ultimate customer service skills. Proactive, aggressive and self-motivated. Team player with leadership skills. Excellent interpersonal skills. Ability to manage pressure and meet targets. Ability to demonstrate acumen in business development. Work independently with minimum or no supervision and ready to lead.

• A leading law firm in Kenya, head quartered in Nairobi is seeking to hire Litigation Advocate to be based in Nairobi. • Have a working knowledge in case analysis, development of case strategy, identifying the procedure rules for the various courts and other arbitral fora; • Understand procedural aspects regarding pleadings, filing, applications and hearing; • Drafting and reviewing of litigation documents • Giving legal opinions and advice on any areas of the law arising litigation • Consultations with clients and counsel as well as reviewing new legislations. • Attending court sessions and in addition, provide a high quality legal service to all clients. • Conducting negotiations with a view to settling potentially litigious matters. • To grow revenue through achieving fee targets and time targets. • Offering advice on the law, legal procedures. • Research on diverse range of assigned issues, documents and case history to ensure accuracy of advice and procedures. • Keeping up-to-date with changes in the law. • Receive requests for legal advice from current and potential clients and deciding on the most appropriate responses to make to these requests. • Attract additional business from new and existing clients • Drafting and reviewing of litigation documents including pleadings, notices, affidavits & correspondence