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London, United Kingdom

London, England, United Kingdom

• Conducting extensive legal research to provide initial legal advice, reviewing legal documents pertinent to commercial and corporate transactions including but not limited to board resolutions, leases, and contracts (Proficient in Westlaw and LexisNexis)• Drafting of documents with clarity and precision in complex property and business acquisitions; • Conducted client meetings and managed client enquiries, ensuring timely responses and effective resolution of issues;• Liaised with senior solicitors to create work flow solutions to streamline the operations in the department;• Dealt with post-completion matters of different commercial and corporate transactions; • Involved in administrative roles: billing, client onboarding, file management and document production.

Nairobi County, Kenya

- Conducted due diligence and research to assist lawyers in the private acquisition of a smaller company to diversify the company’s product line.

Nairobi County, Kenya

As a legal intern, I gained hands-on experience in key areas of law, including franchise agreements, property transactions, and bank agreements. My responsibilities included reviewing contracts, conducting legal research and assisting with administrative tasks to support the firm's partners. The role honed my attention to detail, enhanced my understanding of legal processes and strengthened my ability to manage multiple responsibilities in a professional environment.

Nairobi, Kenya

During my two month internship in the strategy department, I contributed to the development of data driven marketing strategies for diverse clients. My role involved market research, competitive analysis and crafting strategic insight to inform creative campaigns. This experience deepened my understanding of brand positioning, consumer behaviour and the collaborative process of delivering impactful advertising solutions.

Llm - Essentials For Practice, Law

Undertook the main modules to be able to work in the commercial field including but not limited to Private Acquisitions and commercial.

Sqe Preparation Course, Law

Successfully completed the SQE preparation course with aim to sit the SRA qualifying exams in January

Master'S Degree, Graduate Diploma Of Law

Activities and Societies: Sponsorship Co-ordinator for the Public International Environmental Law (PIEL) Conference

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Mangement And Business, 2:1

A Levels

Activities and Societies: Captain of the tennis team