Dispute Resolution & Litigation Associate Job Bowmans

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Job Purpose:

We are looking to recruit a 3-4 years PQE commercial litigator to join our Dispute Resolution team. As an Associate you will assume day-to-day responsibility for handling contentious and advisory matters including commercial, civil and land disputes by providing high-quality legal research and drafting, strategic advice, and representing clients before courts. Working closely with partners and senior associates, you will mentor junior lawyers and play a key role in achieving the firm’s strategic objective of being the pre-eminent law firm in Africa.

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Key responsibilities:

• Drafting and reviewing of litigation documents including pleadings, notices of motion, supporting and replying affidavits, witness statements, written submissions, and formal correspondence to courts, opposing counsel, and clients.
• Conducting in-depth legal research and analysis on complex points of law and preparing comprehensive legal opinions and strategic advice on matters arising in commercial litigation and dispute resolution.
• Advising clients on litigation strategy, case assessment, risk exposure, and the merits of claims and defences, including evaluating prospects of success and potential remedies.
• Preparing for and attending client consultations and conferences with counsel, including taking instructions, preparing briefing materials, and coordinating with external advocates.
• Reviewing, interpreting, and advising on new legislation, case law developments, and procedural rules relevant to the firm’s dispute resolution practice.
• Representing clients in court proceedings, including attending hearings, mentions, directions, and trials before subordinate and superior courts, and where appropriate, conducting advocacy.
• Managing and coordinating alternative dispute resolution processes, including arbitration, mediation, and negotiation, with a view to achieving favourable settlements for clients.
• Assuming full conduct of matters under partner supervision, including case planning, evidence gathering, instructing experts, managing timelines, coordinating with witnesses, and ensuring compliance with court deadlines and procedural requirements.
• Supervising and mentoring junior associates, pupil advocates, and paralegals, including reviewing their work product and providing constructive feedback.
• Contributing to business development initiatives, including preparing pitch materials, attending client events, and identifying opportunities to expand existing client relationships.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Educational Background: LLB degree with strong academic record, admission to practice in Kenya, and
• holds a current Practicing Certificate.
• Professional Experience: 3-4 years’ post admission commercial litigation and alternative dispute resolution
• experience in a top tier or medium-sized law firm.
• Technical Excellence: Have strong advocacy skills and experience appearing and conducting court matters
• before superior courts.
• Commercial acumen: Exceptional drafting, negotiation and analytical skills, coupled with demonstratable
• track record of supporting senior lawyers involved in complex commercial disputes for corporate and
• multinational clients. High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Communication and Interpersonal skills: excellent communication, presentation, research, and analytical
• skills and the ability to work in a large and dynamic team.

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How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit a detailed CV and cover letter, clearly indicating their relevant experience by 6 March 2026 to ke-careers@bowmanslaw.com