Judy Mumbi Gitonga

JUDY GITONGA LEGAL ASSISTANT PROFESSIONAL | LEGAL CLERK Drafting and Preparation of Legal Documents | Extensive Legal Research | Verbal Communication | Secretarial Work | Property Law | Procedural Law | Presentation Preparation and Editing (Microsoft PowerPoint) | Office Administration and Management | Meeting Preparation | Labor Law | Email Correspondence | Email and Internet | Document and Archive Management | Criminal Law | Copyright Law | Commercial Law | Civil Law | Bankruptcy | Constitutional Law | Contract Drafting and Preparation | Contract Law | Contractual Negotiations | Dispute Resolution and Mediation | Environmental Law | Legal Analysis | Legal Counseling | Policy Drafting and Management | Family Law | Succession | Will Preparation and Management | Judicial Process and Litigation | Analytical and Problem-Solving | Conveyancing Cell: - | Email:-| Location: Nairobi, Kenya PROFESSIONAL PROFILE Passionate and self-driven legal assistant professional with over 7 years of experience in analyzing legal issues, drafting legal documents, and supporting legal procedures. Highly skilled in thorough legal research, case law analysis, and mediation. Recognized for the ability to review and synthesize information, presenting findings and recommendations effectively. Experienced in working with various law firms, proficient in information management, classification, and retrieval systems. Known for tact and discretion in dealing with high-ranking officials and confidential matters. Committed to gender equality and adept at maintaining composure in stressful situations. PROFESSIONAL STRENGTHS Excellent research skills Exceptional written and verbal communication Ability to maintain confidentiality Knowledge of compliance laws Strong interpersonal skills Strong organizational skills Emotional intelligence Ability to multitask Computer and technical knowledge Critical thinker with attention to detail PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Legal Clerk | Kahuthu & Co. Advocates | Feb 2023 – Present Conduct extensive legal research and analysis Draft applications and legal proceedings accurately Support real estate transactions and coordinate closings Draft deeds, mortgages, and other closing documentation Assist with purchase and sales contracts Review title reports and resolve title issues Prepare title commitments and title policies Prepare rental agreements Maintain and monitor important dates and deadlines Conduct legal research and analyze judicial opinions related to divorce and probate matters Prepare draft wills, trusts, and other instruments File documents with the court on behalf of executors of estates Legal Clerk | The Kagoma Advocates | July 2021 – Dec 2022 Draft applications and legal pleadings accurately Prepare memoranda and briefs with accurate case information Assist before and during court proceedings Maintain and update law library and documentation Respond promptly to client inquiries Interface with clients in divorce actions to prepare for hearings Gather and analyze financial and family information for estate planning Intern | Ongata Rongai Police Station | Feb – May 2021 Fulfilled tasks assigned by supervisor Provided technical assistance in the police department Assisted with listening and registering new cases in the Occurrence Book Supported investigating officers with file management and suspect arrests Assisted in the gender department with marital issues and child protection Checked roadworthy vehicles and opened files for traffic offenses Conducted investigations with discretion and confidentiality Legal Clerk | The Kagoma Advocates | Jan 2019 – Jan 2021 Drafted applications and legal pleadings accurately Prepared memoranda and briefs with accurate information Assisted before and during court proceedings Maintained and updated law library and documentation Responded to client inquiries promptly Assisted in preparing for divorce hearings and submitting financial statements Secretary | Jewels Counseling Center | Jan 2018 – Dec 2018 Met and greeted clients Answered calls and handled correspondence Maintained diaries and arranged appointments Prepared and collated reports Organized and serviced meetings Managed databases and office tasks Intern | Milimani Law Courts | Aug – Dec 2017 Fulfilled tasks assigned by supervisor Assessed court proceedings at the registry Performed clerical duties and registered new cases in the judicial e-system Reviewed and summarized case files Conducted legal research on relevant issues Prepared briefs, motions, petitions, and other legal documents Legal Clerk | Ratemo Oira & Co. Advocates | Aug 2016 – July 2017 Conducted extensive legal research and analysis Drafted and prepared legal documents Anticipated the lawyer's needs and provided background information Assisted before and during court proceedings Prepared memoranda and briefs with accurate case information EDUCATION Criminology and Criminal Justice, University of Nairobi | 2018 - Present Mediation, Mediation Institute, Australia | 2020 Diploma in Law Paralegal Studies, Kenya School of Law | May 2016 - April 2019 Driving, Seniors Driving School | June 2018 - August 2018 Computer Packages, Kiwan Computer Packages | Nov 2015 - Jan 2016 Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, Imbirikani Girl High School | 2011 - 2015 Kenya Certificate of Primary Education, Arap Moi Primary School | 2000 - 2010 PASSION Reading | Typing | Spending time with family and friends | Travelling | Makeup artistry REFERENCES Dr. Jane Kimata Director, Jewels Counseling Center Email:-Phone: - Gidion Kagoma Kansime Advocate of the High Court, Managing Partner at The Kagoma Advocates Email:-Phone: - Advocate Kahuthu Advocate of the High Court, Managing Partner at Kahuthu & Co. Advocates Email:-Phone: - Chief Inspector Ezra Mworia OCS, Ongata Rongai Police Station Phone: -