For employers

Published

Profession

Industry

Legal Jobs in Entry and Basic-level

10

jobs

Ital Global

CLOSED

Pupil - Law Firm (Nairobi)

Nairobi, Kenya

Closed 14 days ago

New Kenya Planters Cooperative Union (NKPCU)

CLOSED

Legal Officer

Nairobi, Kenya

Closed 19 days ago

HCS Affiliates Group Recruitment

CLOSED

Assistant Legal Collection Officer (6 Months Contract)

Nairobi, Kenya

Closed 4 days ago

Sustainability Professionals Institute of Nigeria (SPIN)

CLOSED

Legal Matters Volunteer

Lagos, Nigeria

Closed 24 days ago

Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA)

CLOSED

Inspections Officer II

Nairobi, Kenya

Closed 27 days ago

Independent Policing Oversight Authority (IPOA)

CLOSED

Investigations Officer II

Nairobi, Kenya

Closed 27 days ago

Food Concepts Plc

CLOSED

Legal Officer

Lagos, Nigeria

Closed 26 days ago

UNDP

CLOSED

National Legal Officer - END VAC (UNODC)

Lagos, Nigeria

Closed 27 days ago

Cytonn Investments

CLOSED

Legal Internship

Nairobi, Kenya

Closed 2 days ago

Get personalised job alerts directly to your inbox!

UN-Habitat

CLOSED

Intern - Policy, Legislation And Governance

Nairobi, Kenya

Closed 27 days ago

Country / Region

Kenya
Nigeria
Uganda

Fuzu

About Fuzu
Careers at Fuzu
Contact us

© Fuzu Ltd 2024

CLOSED FOR APPLICATIONS

Pupil - Law Firm (Nairobi)

Closing: Apr 15, 2024

This position has expired

Published: Mar 26, 2024 (2 months ago)

Job Requirements

Education:

Work experience:

Language skills:

Job Summary

Contract Type:

Sign up to view job details.

Overview

A medium sized law firm is seeking a highly motivated and talented Legal Pupil to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to gain invaluable experience in commercial law, conveyancing, and litigation. As a Legal Pupil, you will work closely with the advocates, honing your skills and contributing to our commitment to delivering exceptional legal services.

Qualifications and Requirements

  • Hold an LLB degree from a reputable and qualified institution with no less than an upper second class honor’s
  • Hold a KCSE Certificate (or equivalent) with a mean B average and a B grade in English
  • Have interned in a law firm for at least 6 months from the time of joining campus
  • Computer proficiency.

Competencies and Skills

  • Legal research and analysis.
  • Drafting legal documents and correspondence.
  • Effective communication and negotiation.
  • Time management and organizational skills.
  • Client relationship management.
  • Problem-solving and critical thinking.
  • Adaptability and willingness to learn.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Team collaboration.
  • Ethical and professional conduct.
Interested applicants should send their detailed CV and Cover Letter quoting the job title (PUPIL – LAW FIRM) as subject to reach us not later than 26th January 2024 to [email protected].


Responsibilities

Overview

A medium sized law firm is seeking a highly motivated and talented Legal Pupil to join their dynamic team. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to gain invaluable experience in commercial law, conveyancing, and litigation. As a Legal Pupil, you will work closely with the advocates, honing your skills and contributing to our commitment to delivering exceptional legal services.

Qualifications and Requirements

  • Hold an LLB degree from a reputable and qualified institution with no less than an upper second class honor’s
  • Hold a KCSE Certificate (or equivalent) with a mean B average and a B grade in English
  • Have interned in a law firm for at least 6 months from the time of joining campus
  • Computer proficiency.

Competencies and Skills

  • Legal research and analysis.
  • Drafting legal documents and correspondence.
  • Effective communication and negotiation.
  • Time management and organizational skills.
  • Client relationship management.
  • Problem-solving and critical thinking.
  • Adaptability and willingness to learn.
  • Attention to detail and accuracy.
  • Team collaboration.
  • Ethical and professional conduct.
Interested applicants should send their detailed CV and Cover Letter quoting the job title (PUPIL – LAW FIRM) as subject to reach us not later than 26th January 2024 to [email protected].


  • Conduct thorough legal research to support case preparation and provide accurate and timely information to senior Advocates.
  • Prepare legal documents, including contracts, pleadings, agreements, perfection of securities documents and other documents within the firm’s practice areas for review and guidance by the pupil master.
  • In the company of Advocates take client instructions.
  • Assist in maintaining strong client relationships through effective communication and responsiveness to client inquiries.
  • Preparation of case summaries for the cases identified as reportable as per the Law Reporting Policy.
  • Filling and perusal of files.
  • Preparation of case summaries for the cases identified as reportable as per the Law Reporting Policy.
  • Conducting situational analysis of the legal systems
  • Attend court proceedings with senior Advocates, gaining exposure to litigation processes and courtroom etiquette.
  • Assist in the drafting and review of property-related documents, such as deeds, leases, and contracts.
  • Carrying out research on changes which have taken place in the Laws of Kenya so as to facilitate revision of statutes
  • Stay abreast of changes in legislation and ensure that all legal activities are in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
  • Provide support in negotiations, mediation, and settlement discussions, working closely with senior Advocates.
  • Writing analytical summaries of written arguments or evidence and assessing the argument in light of academic legal literature and case law
  • Liaising with judicial offers and judicial researchers in order to keep abreast with the development of jurisprudence within a given area of law
  • Review and analyze legal documents to identify potential issues and propose solutions.
  • Assist with administrative tasks, including file management, scheduling, and maintaining organized legal databases.


Tags

Legal jobs

Human resources, talent development, recruiting industry jobs

Entry and Basic-level jobs

Jobs in Nairobi

Jobs in Kenya

Legal jobs in Nairobi

Applications submitted via Fuzu have 32% higher chance of getting shortlisted.

Check out the following blog posts to support your job search