LEGAL ASSISTANT

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Legal Research & Analysis

• Conduct in-depth legal research on statutes, case law, regulations, and legal articles.
• Analyze and synthesize research findings to support case strategies, legal opinions, and advisory memos.
• Stay updated with recent legal developments relevant to active and prospective matters.

Drafting Legal Documents

• Prepare well-structured legal documents including contracts, pleadings, affidavits, witness statements, letters of demand, and legal opinions.
• Proofread and format documents to meet court requirements and firm standards.
• Assist in drafting client advisory notes and internal legal memoranda.

Case Management & File Handling

• Maintain organized and up-to-date physical and electronic case files.
• Track case deadlines, court dates, and compliance requirements.
• Coordinate the preparation of court bundles, exhibits, and supporting documentation.

Court and Registry Support

• File pleadings and other court documents at various registries including E-filing platforms.
• Attend court proceedings with advocates as needed to assist with file management, note-taking, and case tracking.
• Follow up on court orders, rulings, and correspondence from registries and tribunals.

Client Interaction & Communication

• Act as a liaison between the firm and clients to schedule meetings, communicate updates, and gather required documentation.
• Maintain professional and courteous communication in all client-facing interactions.
• Draft and send routine correspondence to clients, courts, and external counsel under supervision.

Administrative & Clerical Support

• Manage advocates’ calendars, schedule meetings, and ensure timely reminders for key legal events.
• Handle document filing, photocopying, scanning, and dispatching of legal documents.
• Assist in general office administrative tasks and team coordination where needed.

Team Collaboration & Support

• Work closely with advocates, partners, and other legal assistants to ensure seamless case workflow.
• Participate in internal team meetings and contribute to case strategy and planning.
• Provide support in legal training sessions, knowledge-sharing forums, and compliance checks.

Professional Development

• Proactively engage in learning opportunities to enhance legal knowledge and skills.
• Attend industry seminars, webinars, or trainings recommended by the firm.

KEY REQUIREMENT SKILLS AND QUALIFICATION

• Degree in Law (LL.B) from a recognized institution
• 2–3 years of experience in a reputable law firm or legal office.
• Proficient in legal research tools, MS Office Suite, and document management systems
• Strong understanding of Kenyan legal procedures, civil litigation, and contract law
• Excellent legal writing and presentation skills
• Strong interpersonal and client-handling abilities
• High level of integrity, confidentiality, and attention to detail

HOW TO APPLY

• If you meet the above qualifications, skills and experience share CV on This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
• Interviews will be carried out on a rolling basis until the position is filled.
• Only the shortlisted candidates will be contacted.