Lena Lumumba

LENA OWANO LUMUMBA Location: Nairobi, Kenya | Remote-ready Professional Summary Advocate of the High Court of Kenya with 5+ years of cumulative experience in Kenyan law firms and 2+ years providing remote legal support to U.S. clients. Proven track record in delivering actionable legal solutions, managing complex litigation, and executing real estate and contract transactions end-to-end. Skilled in streamlining case management, producing court-ready documentation, reviewing complex contracts, and providing compliance and regulatory guidance. Adept at remote collaboration, multi-party coordination, and delivering results under tight deadlines for both domestic and international clients. Core Competences i. Real Estate Transaction Coordination & Title Management ii. Contract Drafting, Review, & Negotiation iii. Legal Drafting & Court-Ready Documentation iv. U.S. & Kenyan Legal Systems Expertise v. Remote Collaboration & Client Liaison vi. Multi-Party Case Management & Reporting vii. Conflict Resolution & Risk Mitigation viii. Compliance & Regulatory Guidance ix. Deadline-Driven Project Management Technical Skills 1. Platforms: Google Workspace, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Zoom 2. Remote Tools: CRM systems, NetDocuments, document automation, cloud file-sharing 3. Other: Legal formatting, settlement coordination, document auditing WORK EXPERIENCE A. REMOTE EXPERIENCE Freelance Paralegal – Upwork (Remote) Feb 2023 – Present 1) Delivered accurate, court-ready motions, pleadings, and engagement letters for U.S. law firms, reducing errors and improving filing efficiency. 2) Drafted and reviewed leases, sale agreements, and real estate contracts, ensuring compliance and enforceability. 3) Coordinated with clients and firms using CRM, Google Workspace, and NetDocuments, ensuring seamless communication and task tracking. B. LEGAL PRACTICE EXPERIENCE (KENYA) February 2025 to July 2025 Associate Advocate at Mwangi Kennedy & Co. Advocates, Kerugoya, Kenya. 1) Successfully managed and closed litigation files in running down and insurance claims, securing favourable outcomes. 2) Drafted court-ready submissions, pleadings, and opinions, supporting case strategy and risk mitigation. 3) Negotiated settlements and agreements, minimizing potential liabilities for clients. 4) Coordinated land approvals, permits, and title transfers, ensuring transactional compliance. July 2024 to December 2024 Associate Advocate at Kithinji Marete & Co. Advocates, Nairobi, Kenya. 1) Delivered employment and service contract reviews and negotiations, protecting SME clients from regulatory and contractual risk. 2) Drafted pleadings and legal opinions that resolved commercial and employment disputes efficiently. 3) Coordinated real estate transactions including sale and lease agreements, ensuring accurate documentation and registration. March 2022 to June 2024 Holding Over to Associate Advocate at J.W Wachira Advocates 1) Executed property conveyancing and real estate due diligence, preventing ownership disputes. 2) Supported litigation strategy in boundary and title disputes, resulting in favourable resolutions. 3) Assisted in drafting policy documents and legislative bills on real estate regulations. March 2021 to February 2022 Pupillage at Cliff Oduk Advocates 1) Produced court-ready pleadings and conveyancing documents, reducing errors and turnaround time. 2) Streamlined case schedules and reporting, improving workflow efficiency for supervising advocates. Achievements 1. Delivered 100% client satisfaction and earned the Rising Talent Badge on Upwork. 2. Streamlined litigation operations by developing templates for tracking filings, court deadlines, and settlement schedules. 3. Successfully drafted and closed property sale and lease agreements, ensuring full compliance with Kenyan and U.S. standards. 4. Provided actionable legal research and briefs that influenced strategic decisions in litigation and contract negotiations. 5. Volunteer Legal Counsel at FIDA Kenya, providing pro bono advice that safeguarded vulnerable clients’ rights. Availability and Equipent Full-time remote availability Certifications Admitted to the bar as an Advocate of the High Court of Kenya on 6th June 2023. Professional Membership  Member of the Law Society of Kenya. Referees Available upon request. July 2018 to August 2018 Legal Internship at Huduma Centre – Kakamega 1) Carried out clerical duties; 2) Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to members of the public and 3) Offered legal assistance to team members and members of the public. May 2017 to August 2017 Judicial Attachment at Milimani Law Courts, Nairobi 1) Prepared and typed Rulings and Judgments on the matters presented in Court and 2) Assisted in the criminal and civil registries on procedures on filing of documents. EDUCATION Kenya School of Law, February 2020 – December 2022 Post Graduate Diploma in Law Kenyatta University, September 2015 – December 2019 Bachelor of Laws Degree (LLB) – Second Class (Lower Division)