Our client, a law firm in Nairobi, is looking to fill the position of an Advocate
Key Areas of Responsibilities:
Attending court to file litigation documents and represent the firm as may be required from time to time
Handling correspondences on legal aspects and recommending appropriate legal actions
Participate in drawing and vetting commercial contracts, leases and other legal instruments.
Support investigations and maintain active liaison with security agencies to conclude investigations
Document legal activities and maintain an up-to-date legal actions and issues database for quick
reference and guide to management
Other legal and related tasks as may be assigned from time to time
Required qualifications, skills and attributes
LLB degree from a recognized institution
Advocate of the High Court of Kenya in active practice
At least 3-4 years experience in a similar position
Qualified or well exposed arbitrator with proven negotiation skills
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word and Excel required)Key Areas of Responsibilities:
Attending court to file litigation documents and represent the firm as may be required from time to time
Handling correspondences on legal aspects and recommending appropriate legal actions
Participate in drawing and vetting commercial contracts, leases and other legal instruments.
Support investigations and maintain active liaison with security agencies to conclude investigations
Document legal activities and maintain an up-to-date legal actions and issues database for quick
reference and guide to management
Other legal and related tasks as may be assigned from time to time
Required qualifications, skills and attributes
LLB degree from a recognized institution
Advocate of the High Court of Kenya in active practice
At least 3-4 years experience in a similar position
Qualified or well exposed arbitrator with proven negotiation skills
Works well in an environment with firm deadlines; results oriented
Perform multiple tasks effectively
Able to work both independently and as part of a team
Strong analytical skills required
Capable of making timely, independent decisions while consulting as appropriate
Confident, courageous and persuasive in court and during negotiations
Maintains strict confidentiality in all matters
Performs other related duties as assigned
Possess advanced skills in customer service as they relate to legal concepts and provides effective solutions
Ability to work long hours including weekends
Must be well organized , detail-oriented and personable with a professional demeanour
Excellent communication skill necessary to interact with other attorneys/lawyers and clients by both telephone and written correspondence
Interested candidates should send their application and MUST indicate their current/last salary and expected salary with a copy of their CV to info@echelonhc.com before 2nd March 2013.
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