ADVOCATE – TRANSACTIONAL PRACTICE, CONVEYANCING & COMMERCIAL LAW

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Experience: Minimum 2 years post-admission

TRIPLE A ADVOCATES is seeking a capable and commercially astute Advocate of the High Court of Kenya to join its Transactional, Conveyancing & Commercial Law Practice in Nairobi.

Key Requirements

The successful candidate must:

·        Be an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya in good standing;

·        Have at least 2 years' post-admission experience;

·        Hold a valid Practising Certificate for the year 2026;

·        Demonstrate strong transactional, conveyancing and/or commercial experience by providing details of three (3) significant matters/transactions handled, with a clear description of the candidate's specific role and key contribution in each;

·        Demonstrate strong skills in contract drafting and review, legal due diligence, conveyancing, transactional documentation and legal advisory;

·        Have sound knowledge of Kenyan land, conveyancing, company and commercial law;

·        Provide at least two referees, comprising one academic referee and one referee from legal practice; and

·        Be available to commence on 2 November 2026 and be stationed at the Firm's Nairobi office.

Key Responsibilities

·     Draft, review and negotiate contracts, agreements and other transactional documentation.

·     Conduct legal due diligence and prepare clear reports on findings and risks.

·     Handle conveyancing matters, including property searches, transfers, charges, leases and related registrations.

·     Advise clients on Kenyan land, company and commercial law, and prepare legal opinions and advisory notes.

·     Support clients through transactions from instruction to completion, coordinating with other parties, advocates and regulatory bodies.

·     Take instructions, advise clients and keep them updated on the progress of their matters.

·     Maintain organized, complete and up-to-date transaction files and records, and diarize key dates and deadlines.

·     Work collaboratively with partners, fellow advocates and support staff, and support the supervision of junior team members where required.

How to Apply

Send your CV and cover letter, together with:

1.      Details of your three (3) most significant transactional, conveyancing or commercial matters, including your role and contribution; and

2.      Contact details of two referees – one academic and one from legal practice.

Only candidates meeting the minimum requirements will be considered.

TRIPLE A ADVOCATES is committed to professional excellence, integrity and the development of high-performing legal professionals.