Associate Advocate

About the role

A reputable Nairobi law firm, recruited through Orchid HR, is looking for a suitably qualified, competent and results-oriented Associate Advocate. The successful candidate will support and handle a varied caseload across the firm's areas of practice, providing legal research, drafting, advisory and representation services.

Key responsibilities

• Handle and progress a varied caseload from receipt of instructions to completion or resolution
• Conduct legal research and analysis and prepare legal opinions and advisory notes
• Draft, review and interpret pleadings, contracts, agreements, letters and other court or transactional documents
• Attend to litigation and dispute resolution, including preparing court documents, monitoring cases and attending court and tribunals
• Take client instructions, advise on options and risks, and represent clients before courts, tribunals and regulators
• Support commercial, corporate, property and other transactions, and undertake legal due diligence
• Prepare applications, affidavits, briefs and other documents for court proceedings
• Keep clients informed, maintain accurate client and matter files, and liaise with courts, registries, government departments and opposing counsel
• Monitor changes in legislation, case law and regulation, and support alternative dispute resolution such as mediation

Required profile

• Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university
• Postgraduate Diploma in Law from the Kenya School of Law
• Admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a valid practicing certificate
• Two to four years of post-admission experience in general legal practice, preferably in a reputable law firm
• Experience handling legal matters independently, including research, drafting and client advisory; exposure to litigation, commercial and corporate matters, conveyancing or employment law is an advantage

Required skills

• Strong legal drafting, research and analytical skills
• Negotiation skills in transactions, contracts and debt settlements
• Excellent written and verbal communication and strong organization and follow-up skills
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple matters and meet strict deadlines
• Sound professional judgment, integrity, confidentiality and a client-focused approach

Candidates should apply by sending their CV to the recruiter's careers email with the subject line "Associate Advocate" by 20th November 2026.