Eunice Mwangi

I am a dedicated legal professional with extensive experience in the practice and management of legal matters. Skilled in handling complex legal transactions with expertise in Commercial, Civil, Employment and Family law. I am an Advocate for Alternative Dispute Resolution and Dispute Avoidance Avenues and in that spirit, have developed a keen interest in Estate Planning.

I also have a special interest in legal research to keep up with the dynamics of the law developed through Kenyan Court precedence and comparative law and frameworks in multiple jurisdictions. As an advocate with 15 years of experience representing clients in diverse civil, land and estate related matters, combined with courtroom and litigation expertise, I have found myself inclined to expand my expertise in trusts, wills, and estate planning.

Partner and Legal Consultant - Lestins & Smith Advocates - Nairobi, Kenya

(2021-03)

• Partner leading the Litigation Department with a focus on Family law including child custody, divorce, and succession disputes, both in court and through mediation, Employment law and Land disputes.
• Managing the Alternative Dispute Docket by enlightening clients on the advantages and reviewing matters subjectable to this avenue.
• Expert in conducting Legal and HR audits to improve administrative systems, ensuring compliance with laws and regulations.
• Researching various emerging areas from robust local and international jurisprudence affecting clients to broadly address their emerging legal needs.
• Experienced in drafting and negotiating contracts.
• Represent clients across various courts including Supreme Court, High Court and Tribunal and ADR forums.
• Prepare pleadings and present arguments on behalf of clients.

Principal Associate - Dispute Resolution - Igeria & Ngugi Advocates - Nairobi, Kenya

(2010-01 - 2021-02)

Handled Constitutional, Civil and Commercial matters on behalf of Banks and other Financial Institutions, and dealt with labor law matters.

• Handled Constitutional, Civil and Commercial matters on behalf of Banks and other Financial Institutions, mainly: debt analysis, restructure, reconciliation, recovery and defending liquidation of Bank security.
• Dealt with labor law matters, advised corporations and companies on the provisions and compliance of the Employment Act and Labor Law Emerging Court Precedence's and reviewed employment contracts.
• Handled Commercial Arbitration matters on behalf of Banks, corporations and individual clients.
• Handled various Probate and Intestates succession matters in Court and through Mediation.
• Prepared Company and Commercial instruments on behalf of Parastatals, Corporate clients, NGO's and ensured statutory compliance with existing law and regulatory requirements.
• Reviewed legislation, legal documents/instruments, conducted extensive research and provided detailed analysis of cases and jurisprudence.
• Attended Court both to prosecute and defend claims and engaged Alternative dispute Resolutions.
• Worked closely with World Vision Kenya in children sensitive cases encountered in the field and mitigated risks thus acquiring Knowledge and of understanding challenges related to GBV against both genders.
• Handled various child custody and maintenance disputes in Court and Alternative Dispute Resolution Avenue.
• Supported the production of relevant documentation for use in advocacy and policy initiatives for Habitat for Humanity Kenya, Helen Keller and World Visions as firm clients.
• Conducted training to various institutions on Labour laws and procedures to various institutions eg: Habitat for Humanity Ke, World Vision Kenya. Flame Tre Group.

Postgraduate Diploma - Law - Kenya School of Law (2009)

Bachelor of Law - Law - Moi University (2008)

Secondary School Certificate - Kangubiri Girls High School (2002)