Silas Mburuki
Advocate Trainee at Kenya School of Law
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About
Currently an advocate trainee at the Kenya School of Law. I am a results-driven lawyer with expertise in corporate, commercial, contract, human rights and criminal law. Also, well versed in drafting legal documents and posses strong analytical skills to provide strategic legal solutions.
Experience
PARALEGAL - J.W WEKE & COMPANY ADVOCATES
(2025-01)
- Conducting legal research.
- Drafting legal documents including but not limited to contracts, pleadings and correspondences.
- Assisting in preparing case files, court bundles and exhibits for trials and hearings.
- Managing client files, monitoring case progress and ensuring timely court filings.
- Scheduling meetings, depositions and court appearances; maintaining advocates' calendars.
- Conducting initial client intake interviews and gathering relevant information and documentation.
- Supporting Advocates during trial preparation.
- Liaising with court officials, government agencies and external counsels.
- Utilizing softwares for document management, billing and case tracking.
LEGAL RESEARCHER - J.W WEKE & COMPANY ADVOCATES
(2024-01 - 2024-12)
- Conducting legal research to assist advocates in case preparation and document drafting.
- Assisting in drafting legal documents, including contracts, briefs and memoranda.
- Organizing and maintaining client files and case materials.
- Performing administrative tasks, including case management, scheduling meetings and managing client correspondence.
LEGAL INTERN - MAKADARA LAW COURTS
(2023-01 - 2023-12)
- Assisting in case management and clerical duties to support court operations.
- Providing administrative support to magistrates, including record-keeping and file management.
- Delivering customer service to court visitors.
Education
Post Graduate Diploma in Advocate Training Program - Law - Kenya School of Law (2025-01 - 2026-12)
Bachelor of Laws - Law - Africa Nazarene University (2020-01 - 2024-12)
Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education - General Education - Nkubu High School (2016-01 - 2019-12)
