WE ARE HIRING A LEGAL ASSOCIATE TO JOIN OUR TEAM
Background
FMC Advocates LLP is a law firm renowned for delivering exceptional legal services in corporate law, litigation, intellectual property, data protection, and private clients. We are seeking to recruit a Legal Associate with excellent skills and experience to join the team.
Duties and Responsibilities
Litigation Support, Legal Drafting & Research
- Provide full litigation support, from pre-trial preparation to case resolution.
- Conduct factual investigations, gather evidence, and prepare case strategy reports.
- Liaise with expert witnesses, court personnel, and process servers.
- Manage electronic discovery and document review processes.
- Prepare pleadings, motions, contracts, agreements, demand letters, and legal opinions.
- Review and edit documents for accuracy, compliance, and clarity.
- Conduct thorough research on case law, statutes, regulations, and legal precedents. And summarize findings in memos or briefs for senior lawyers or clients.
Transactional & Projects Support
- Real Estate
Prepare and review sale agreements, leases, and financing documents.
Conduct title searches and due diligence reviews.
Co-ordinate closing processes and document execution.
- Corporate
Assist with entity formation and corporate governance matters.
Prepare board and shareholder meeting materials.
Maintain corporate records and filings.
- Regulatory
Prepare license applications and regulatory submissions.
Monitor compliance requirements.
- Develop and maintain project timelines and task lists.
- Coordinate with external parties.
Client Interaction, Communication & Business Development
- Serve as a primary point of contact for client communications.
- Prepare and disseminate regular case/project updates to clients in clear, non-technical language.
- Conduct initial client meetings to gather case information and document requirements.
- Draft professional correspondence to clients, opposing counsel, and third parties.
- Attend and actively participate in meetings, hearings, and negotiations.
If you are:
- A passionate and ambitious legal professional with a keen eye for detail.
- A strong researcher and communicator who can simplify complex legal issues for clients.
- A pro-active team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
- An organized professional with excellent time management skills.
We are looking for you!
Qualifications, Experience & Skills
- An Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a valid Practicing Certificate for the year 2025.
- 2-3 years of post-admission experience in a busy law firm or legal department.
- Strong experience handling corporate and commercial litigation matters with a demonstrated aptitude for strategic case management.
- Strong legal research, analytical, and writing skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks effectively.
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.
Why Join Us?
- Growth Opportunities: Work on high-impact cases and gain exposure to diverse practice areas.
- Collaborative Culture: Be part of a supportive, innovative, and client-focused team.
- Professional Development: Access mentorship and continuous learning opportunities.
Application Process
If you meet the above qualifications and are excited about this opportunity, we would love to hear from you! Please submit your Cover Letter, CV and relevant documents to [email protected] with the subject line – Application for Legal Associate Position by 25th April 2025.
Canvassing is strictly prohibited, and only successful candidates will be contacted.
