Associate Job Bitala & Kakinga

Associate Job

Bitala & Kakinga is a dynamic and client-centric law firm based in Nairobi. We are dedicated to providing bespoke, insightful, and effective legal solutions to our diverse clientele. Our commitment to excellence, integrity, and rigorous legal analysis underpins our work across various practice areas, including Litigation, Corporate & Commercial Law, Conveyancing, and Legal Advisory.

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly motivated and resourceful Advocate to join our team. The ideal candidate will have between 0-3 years of post-admission experience and a strong desire to build a career in a challenging and rewarding environment. This role is perfect for a self-reliant individual who can manage tasks proactively and drive matters forward with a high degree of autonomy. The Advocate will handle a range of responsibilities, providing crucial support to the partners while managing their own assignments.

Key Responsibilities

• Legal Research and Advisory: Conduct in-depth legal research and draft well-reasoned legal opinions, memoranda, and client advisories.
• Drafting and Review: Prepare, review, and perfect a wide array of legal documents, including pleadings, contracts, commercial agreements, and conveyancing instruments.
• Case and File Management: Meticulously manage client files from instruction to completion, ensuring all deadlines are diarized and met.
• Client Interaction: Liaise with clients, provide timely updates, and manage client relationships with professionalism and care.
• Court and Registry Attendance: Represent the firm and its clients in various courts, tribunals, and registries; file court documents and conduct legal processes efficiently.
• Office Presence: Maintain a consistent and reliable presence at the firm’s Nairobi office to attend to clients, collaborate with the team, and ensure seamless daily operations.

The Ideal Candidate

We are looking for an individual who thrives on autonomy and responsibility. The perfect candidate is a self-starter who possesses the focus and self-reliance to work independently with minimal supervision. This ability to take ownership and operate with focused independence is a key quality that will allow you to excel and grow within our firm’s dynamic structure.

Qualifications and Experience

• A Bachelor of Laws (LLB) degree from a recognized university.
• A Post-Graduate Diploma from the Kenya School of Law.
• Must be admitted as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya.
• Possess a valid Practicing Certificate for the current year.
• 0-3 years of post-admission experience in a law firm.

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent command of English and Kiswahili (both written and spoken).
• Strong drafting, research, and analytical skills.
• High degree of professional ethics and integrity.
• Exceptional organizational skills and a keen eye for detail.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

How to Apply

The position is available for immediate start.

Interested and qualified candidates should send their application package, including a cover letter and a detailed CV, to enquiries@bitalakakinga.com and copy samali@bitalakakinga.com.

Please use the following format for the email subject line: “APPLICATION FOR ADVOCATE POSITION – [Your Name]”.

The deadline for applications is Friday, August 8, 2025.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.