Job Description
Legal Jobs
About the Role
Our client, a leading law firm, is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Litigation Advocate to join their dynamic legal team. The ideal candidate will possess solid courtroom experience and a proven track record in bank recovery, environmental law, land disputes, and constitutional litigation. This role offers an opportunity to handle complex and high-profile cases while contributing to the firm’s continued reputation for legal excellence.
Key Responsibilities
- Represent clients in the High Court, Environment & Land Court, Court of Appeal, and other judicial forums.
- Prepare and file pleadings, affidavits, written submissions, and other court documents.
- Advise clients—particularly banks and financial institutions—on debt recovery strategies, securities enforcement, and regulatory compliance.
- Handle environmental and land-related disputes, including ownership, boundary, and environmental impact cases.
- Prepare and argue constitutional petitions and judicial review applications.
- Provide sound legal opinions and strategies on complex legal issues.
- Engage in negotiations, mediations, and out-of-court settlements where appropriate.
- Conduct legal research and maintain up-to-date knowledge of relevant laws and precedents.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, regulators, and other stakeholders.
- Prepare regular progress reports and case updates for clients and partners.
Qualifications and Experience
- Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree from a recognized university.
- Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law.
- Admitted Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a valid practicing certificate.
- 5–10 years of post-admission experience in active litigation.
- Demonstrated expertise in bank recovery, environmental law, land matters, and constitutional petitions.
- Strong legal drafting, analytical, and advocacy skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- High professional integrity and the ability to work independently.
- LL.M. or specialized certification in Environmental, Commercial, or Constitutional Law will be an added advantage.
Key Competencies
- Strong understanding of civil procedure and substantive law.
- Exceptional research and problem-solving ability.
- Confident and persuasive courtroom presence.
- Strategic thinker with sound judgment and attention to detail.
- Client-focused with excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
- Team player with a commitment to professional growth and excellence.
How to Apply
Interested candidates are invited to send their applications on LinkedIn or email their CV to hr@pinnaclehrhub.com
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