Position: Associate – Litigation

Industry: Legal / Professional Services

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Department: Litigation

Gross Salary: KES 100,000

About the Client:

Our client is a reputable professional services firm with a strong litigation practice, known for delivering strategic, ethical, and commercially sound legal solutions. The firm is committed to excellence, integrity, and developing high-performing legal professionals within a collaborative environment.

Job Purpose

The Junior Associate – Litigation will support and manage litigation matters by conducting legal research, drafting court documents, preparing cases for trial, and engaging with clients. The role requires strong analytical capability, attention to detail, ethical judgment, and the ability to translate legal analysis into practical and effective solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

Legal Research & Analysis

• Conduct in-depth legal research on statutes, regulations, case law, and precedents to support litigation and advisory work.
  
• Analyze legal issues and provide research-based insights to support case strategy and decision-making.
  

Document Drafting & Review

• Draft, review, and edit legal documents including pleadings, motions, affidavits, contracts, and legal briefs.
  
• Ensure accuracy, clarity, and compliance with applicable laws and procedural rules.
  

Case Preparation & Trial Support

• Prepare cases for hearings and trials, including organizing evidence, exhibits, witness materials, and case files.
  
• Support trial proceedings and court attendances as required.
  

Client Engagement & Communication

• Liaise with clients to gather instructions, provide timely updates, and respond to inquiries professionally.
  
• Maintain clear, consistent, and confidential communication with clients and stakeholders.
  

Legal Strategy & Advisory Support

• Assist in developing litigation strategies by interpreting laws, regulations, and judicial decisions.
  
• Provide input on risk assessment and dispute resolution approaches.
  

Regulatory & Ethical Compliance

• Stay up to date with developments in laws, regulations, and court decisions relevant to litigation practice.
  
• Uphold the highest ethical and professional standards in all legal and client engagements.
  

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) .
  
• Relevant 2-3 years experience in litigation practice.
  
• Strong research, drafting, and courtroom preparation skills.
  
• High level of professionalism, integrity, and ethical awareness.
  

How to Apply:

Interested candidates are invited to submit their updated CV on our career page.

Application Deadline: 21st January 2026.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.