Commercial & Conveyancing Advocate- Kikuyu at Emerge Egress Consulting

Role Objective

A leading law firm in Nairobi seeks a qualified advocate with expertise in commercial and conveyancing matters to join their team.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide legal advice to clients on property purchasing and selling processes
• Conduct due diligence on conveyancing transactions and prepare sale agreements, completion documents, and ensure proper registration
• Draft property lease agreements and ensure contracts are executed as scheduled
• Liaison with clients and key stakeholders including mortgage lenders, Land Registry, Government Departments, estate agents, land valuers, and surveyors
• Assist with due diligence on intellectual property issues related to contracts, agreements, and transactional matters
• Develop the firm's client base through effective liaison with existing clients
• Provide legal opinions on property and real estate matters
• Draft conveyancing and legal documents
• Prepare and send terms of engagement and fee estimates
• Oversee handling of client matters before the Lands Registry, Local Authorities, Survey of Kenya, and National Lands Commission
• Prepare security documents and ensure proper execution and registration
• Negotiate, draft, and review commercial contracts and legal documents, ensuring proper execution
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Key Competencies

• High integrity
• Commercial acumen
• Excellent writing and report preparation skills
• Strong legal research and document drafting skills
• Proactive and results-driven approach
• Keen attention to detail