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Jacqueline Muthoni

Advocate, High Court Of Kenya

Nairobi

Summary

I am an experienced assistant Legal Manager with a proven track record of career progression. I am proficient in negotiating legal instruments, providing legal representation, managing government relations, and overseeing personnel. I am committed to understanding clients' needs and delivering excellence in the practice of law.

Overview

years of professional experience

Work History

ASSISTANT MANAGER - LEGAL SERVICES

TANA AND ATHI RIVERS DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY(TARDA)

9 2022 - Current

Advising the Authority on all legal matters that may arise in its operations;
Drawing and vetting of legal documents;
Following up on cases filed against the Authority and preparation of legal reports and opinions and relevant pleadings
Developing, implementing and reviewing legal policies and procedures to ensure that they are in accord with the existing legislation
Coordinating service providers in legal matters.
Undertaking legal research and advising the Authority on the legislation that affect the Authority and changes made thereof
Monitoring compliance with regulatory and legislative requirements
Providing of day to day legal and regulatory support to the functional areas covering general compliance queries and reviews
Assisting the Manager legal services in preparing Board Papers
Mentorship and appraisal of two junior legal officers assigned to the Litigation section.

Legal Officer- Litigation

Tana and Athi Rivers Development Authority

05.2018 - 09.2022

Negotiated favorable settlements in multiple litigation cases, minimizing financial exposure for the company.
Managed calendar for 20 Law firms to keep track of appointments and court dates for hearings and trials.
Gathered and analyzed research data such as statutes, decisions and legal articles, codes and documents.
Enhanced client satisfaction by providing timely and accurate legal advice on various matters.
Provided legal support in the development and execution of strategic partnerships, joint ventures, and other collaborative arrangements.
Reduced company liability by implementing effective risk management strategies and policies.
Kept up with and reviewed changes in laws, informed staff of changes and advised appropriate departments on actions to prevent legal issues.
Conducted comprehensive research to support legal proceedings, formulate defenses and initiate legal action.
Assisted in the development of corporate policies and procedures, ensuring alignment with legal requirements and best practices.
Managed and supervised the in house document database to maintain litigation records.
Advised executive leadership on regulatory changes impacting business operations, enabling proactive adjustments to maintain compliance.
Managed a diverse caseload effectively by prioritizing tasks, balancing workload, and consistently meeting deadlines.
Reviewed legal publications and performed database searches to identify laws and court decisions relevant to pending cases.
Created customized training programs for employees on relevant legal topics, fostering a culture of compliance within the organization.
Conducted thorough due diligence investigations for potential mergers and acquisitions, mitigating risks associated with transactions.
Streamlined contract review process, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced turnaround time.
Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop comprehensive solutions for complex legal issues.
Efficiently managed outside counsel relationships, controlling costs while ensuring access to specialized expertise when needed.
Participated actively in corporate governance activities such as board meetings and annual shareholder events, offering sound legal perspectives on critical business decisions.

RESEARCH OFFICER

OFFICE OF THE DIRECTOR PUBLIC PROSECUTIONS

01.2014 - 03.2018

Attendance of court as an Advocate
Preparation of legal documents;
Legal research
Preparing correspondences and referral letters to various stakeholders in the justice system
Head, Mentorship and internship program
Head, Complaints Decentralization (Devolution)
Team member, client welfare committee
Team member, Rapid Response intervention team
Organized and facilitated investigator and coordinator meetings, conferences and events associated with research activities.
Managed project budgets, ensuring cost-effective allocation of resources while maintaining high standards of quality.
Evaluated existing research methods, identifying areas for improvement and implementing best practices.
Liaised between departments to ensure timely dissemination of critical information relevant to ongoing projects.
Contributed to policy recommendations informed by evidence-based analyses from conducted studies.
Established strong working relationships with stakeholders, facilitating communication and collaboration on research projects.

ADMINISTRATIVE AND LIAISON OFFICER

NATIONAL COUNCIL ON ADMINISTRATIVE JUSTICE (NCAJ) AT JUDICIARY (THIS WAS A SECONDMENT OPPORTUNITY)

11.2015 - 02.2016

Conducting legal research in matters relating to legal policies and laws that NCAJ deems relevant to improve the justice system; Preparing and making logistic preparations of the meetings attended by the members of the NCAJ in the Office as well as Retreats and Collaboration forums; Taking minutes and preparing action points as well as Compiling reports of the various special working groups under NCAJ; Preparation of various special working groups meetings with various stakeholders in the justice system and private sector.

LEGAL INTERN

MILLER AND CO. ADVOCATES (GRIFFIN LEGAL PROJECT)

08.2012 - 01.2013

Assisting my senior prepare for the management meetings as well as taking minutes; Making weekly reports on the ongoing project; Preparing and organizing the Logistics for the assigned team.