Commercial & Conveyancing Advocate- Kikuyu at Emerge Egress Consulting

Role Objective

A leading law firm in Nairobi seeks a qualified advocate to join their team. The ideal candidate will be well-versed in commercial and conveyancing matters, with a strong ability to advise clients and manage complex property transactions.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Offer legal advice to clients on the legal processes involved in purchasing and selling of property
• Conduct due diligence on conveyancing transactions, prepare sale agreements and completion documents
• Ensure proper registration of documents with relevant authorities
• Prepare property lease agreements and ensure contracts are duly signed as scheduled
• Draft conveyancing and legal documents
• Prepare security documents and ensure they are properly executed and registered
• Carry out negotiation, drafting and review of commercial contracts and legal documents
• Provide legal opinions and advice on commercial, corporate and property transactions
• Liaise with clients and key stakeholders including mortgage lenders, the Land Registry, Government Departments, estate agents, land valuers and surveyors
• Oversee handling of all client matters before the Lands Registry, Local Authorities, Survey of Kenya and National Lands Commission
• Assist with due diligence on intellectual property issues related to contracts and agreements
• Send terms of engagement and estimates of fees and disbursements to clients
• Enhance the firm's client base through effective liaison with existing clients
• Perform any other duties as assigned

Key Competencies

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