Paulanne M. Gesongo
Advocate of the High Court of Kenya (Admitted to the Bar: 5th September 2025)
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About
A motivated and detail-oriented Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with a solid foundation in conveyancing, real estate transactions, litigation, and legal research. Demonstrated experience in property due diligence, drafting legal instruments, court practice, and client advisory through pupillage and trainee advocate programs. Possesses strong analytical skills, professional ethics, and a growing specialization in conveyancing, commercial law, and probate and administration.
Experience
Conveyancing & Real Estate Associate at Mulki & Company Advocates (2025-09 – 2026-06)
- Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating sale agreements, leases, and conveyancing instruments.
- Conducting title searches, land registry due diligence, and verification of property ownership.
- Preparing and scrutinizing transfer documents, sale deeds, and related completion documents.
- Coordinating property registration processes and ensuring stamp duty compliance.
- Advising clients, including buyers, sellers, developers, and financiers, on legal risks and compliance in property transactions
Trainee Advocate at Amuga & Company Advocates (2024-01 – 2025-02)
- Preparing case analyses and legal opinions under supervision.
- Drafting pleadings, affidavits, submissions, and legal correspondence.
- Conducting legal research and supporting litigation strategy.
- Attending court sessions and assisting in case management.
- Advising clients on procedural and substantive legal issues.
Pupil Advocate at Amuga & Company Advocates (2023-01 – 2023-12)
- Drafting pleadings, legal correspondence, and court documents.
- Conducting in-depth legal research and case law analysis.
- Attending virtual and physical court sessions.
- Assisting in client interviews and providing preliminary legal advice.
Legal Intern at GreenWaters Solutions Ltd (2022-01 – 2022-12)
- Supporting corporate legal compliance functions
- Drafting responses to legal claims and demand letters
- Preparing internal legal correspondence and documentation
Legal Intern at Amuga & Company Advocates (2021-01 – 2021-12)
- Conducting legal research and preparing case summaries.
- Reviewing judicial decisions and legal precedents.
- Assisting advocates during court sessions.
Student Volunteer at Faculty of Law – Legal Aid Programme (2020-03 – 2020-06)
- Providing free legal assistance to residents of Nakuru Town
- Supporting community members on basic legal awareness and access to justice
Legal Attaché at Nakuru Law Courts (2019-06 – 2019-08)
- Assisting in drafting judgments and rulings.
- Proofreading court proceedings and legal records.
- Organizing court files and preparing cause lists.
Volunteer at St. Mary's Health Centre, Kiserian (2017-05 – 2017-07)
- Assisted in patient record management at the front desk.
- Supported maternal and children's wards.
- General ward assistance and sanitation support.
Teacher Volunteer at Kiserian Primary School (2016-01 – 2016-08)
- Taught Mathematics and English (Classes 6 and 7).
- Prepared, administered, and marked examinations.
- Offered weekend tuition for Class 8 Mathematics.
- Mentored young girls on life skills and academic development.
Education
Postgraduate Diploma in Law (Advocates Training Programme) in Law – Kenya School of Law (2022 – 2023)
Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) in Law – Egerton University (2016 – 2021)
Certificate in Data Protection in Data Protection – Strathmore University (2023 – 2023)
International Computer Driving Licence (ICDL) in Information Technology – Multimedia University (2015 – 2015)
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education (KCSE) in Secondary Education – St. Francis Rangala's Girls High School (2012 – 2015)
Kenya Certificate of Primary Education (KCPE) in Primary Education – Mt. Sinai CMI Boarding School (2004 – 2011)
