Commercial & Conveyancing Advocate
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Role Objective
Our client is a fast-growing law firm with a strong presence across Kenya, providing legal services in a wide range of practice areas. They are looking to recruit a qualified Commercial & Conveyancing Advocate who will support the firm's commercial and conveyancing practice by delivering practical legal solutions and exceptional client service.
Core Duties and Responsibilities
- Offer legal guidance on commercial, corporate, property, and real estate matters.
- Advise clients throughout property acquisition, disposal, leasing, and related transactions.
- Prepare, review, negotiate, and finalize sale agreements, lease agreements, commercial contracts, loan securities, and conveyancing documents.
- Conduct legal due diligence on property transactions and commercial deals to identify risks and ensure regulatory compliance.
- Coordinate with clients and external stakeholders, including financial institutions, land valuers, estate agents, government offices, and regulatory bodies.
- Participate in contract negotiations and oversee completion of transactional documentation.
- Facilitate registration and perfection of legal documents with the relevant authorities, including the Land Registry, Survey of Kenya, National Lands Commission, and county government offices where applicable.
- Prepare engagement letters, professional fee proposals, and disbursement schedules.
- Monitor compliance with statutory, regulatory, and legal requirements governing commercial and property transactions.
- Support transactional matters involving intellectual property where necessary.
- Maintain organized client files, transaction records, and document management systems.
- Foster strong client relationships while contributing to the firm's business development initiatives.
- Undertake any additional responsibilities assigned within the Commercial and Conveyancing Department.
Job Specifications and Qualifications
- An upper 2nd Bachelors of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university.
- Two (2) years of post-admission experience in a busy law firm.
- A valid practicing certificate.
Key Competencies
- Strong verbal and written communication abilities.
- Excellent legal drafting, analytical, and research skills.
- Ability to manage multiple assignments effectively while meeting strict deadlines.
- Professionalism, integrity, sound judgment, and a strong commitment to ethical legal practice.
- A client-centered approach with excellent relationship management skills.
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