Legal Intern at Jamal Bake & Advocates Associates (2025-10 – 2026-02)
Legal internship at private law practice firm
- Assisted in drafting pleadings, letters of demand, affidavits, and legal opinions under supervision of senior advocates
- Conducted comprehensive legal research on case law, statutes, and regulations using Kenya Law and LexisNexis
- Managed and organised client files, court bundles, and correspondence with accuracy and confidentiality
- Attended court proceedings and took detailed notes on case progress and judicial directions
- Liaised with clients professionally, scheduling consultations and relaying updates from counsel
- Reviewed and summarised contracts, identifying key clauses, risks, and areas requiring negotiation
Judicial Intern at Kilifi Law Courts (2025-06 – 2025-08)
Judicial internship supporting judicial officers and court operations
- Assisted judicial officers with legal research and preparation of cause lists and case schedules
- Researched cited precedents and applicable statutes, summarising findings to support judicial decision-making
- Reviewed and organised court files, ensuring proper documentation of pleadings and orders
- Observed civil and criminal proceedings across multiple courtrooms, gaining insight into judicial processes
- Demonstrated high professional standards and strict confidentiality in a sensitive judicial environment
- Gained hands-on familiarity with court registry functions, case management, and procedural law
Legal Assistant at Simis Engineering Limited (2024-01 – 2025-05)
In-house legal support for engineering company covering contracts, compliance, and corporate governance
- Provided in-house legal support for a busy engineering company, covering contracts, compliance, and corporate governance
- Reviewed and tracked supplier, client, and subcontractor agreements — flagging legal risks and renewal deadlines
- Researched relevant regulatory frameworks including procurement, occupational safety, and sector-specific compliance
- Drafted and reviewed internal legal correspondence, notices, and policy documents
- Maintained a structured digital repository of all corporate legal documents and contracts
- Coordinated legal-related meetings including agenda preparation, minute-taking, and follow-up action tracking
