Nyakio Lynette
@nyakiolynette
Accomplished Legal Officer with expertise in compliance and document management.
What I'm looking for
I am an accomplished Legal Officer with over 6 years of experience in legal compliance, document management, and office administration. My career has been marked by significant achievements, including enhancing accuracy and streamlining legal documentation processes, which resulted in a 30% reduction in case processing times. I have successfully led debt recovery initiatives, effectively resolving outstanding payments and minimizing legal conflicts, thereby contributing to operational efficiency.
My expertise extends to overseeing in-house litigation and contract management, ensuring timely renewals and compliance with legal standards. I have conducted comprehensive legal research and provided advisory support that has informed decision-making processes. I am now seeking to leverage my legal proficiency and strategic acumen in a dynamic Legal Officer role, where I can drive compliance and operational success.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Legal Officer
Elgon Kenya Limited
Jul 2021 - Present (3 years 10 months)
As a Legal Officer, I drafted and maintained over 150 legal documents annually, spearheaded debt recovery initiatives, and provided legal analysis for supplier contracts. I collaborated with the Legal Manager on litigation cases and streamlined compliance processes, significantly enhancing operational efficiency.
Legal Assistant
The Nairobi Hospital
Aug 2020 - Jun 2021 (10 months)
In my role as a Legal Assistant, I evaluated legal documents for compliance with healthcare regulations, supported board secretarial duties, and conducted research on medical law cases. I also managed tenant lease renewals and organized compliance training for staff, improving regulatory adherence.
Pupil
Milimani Law Courts - Family Division
Mar 2019 - Sep 2019 (6 months)
During my pupillage, I assisted the presiding Judge in developing court judgments and supported the Deputy Registrar in calculating legal fees. My work contributed to the efficient resolution of family law cases and upheld the integrity of the court's financial processes.
Legal Assistant
R. M. Mutunga & Co. Advocates
Jan 2015 - Dec 2017 (2 years 11 months)
As a Legal Assistant, I prepared and reviewed legal documents, conducted legal research for family law cases, and facilitated intellectual property filings. I also supported mediation efforts and led community outreach initiatives, enhancing public awareness of legal issues.
Volunteer Legal Advisor
Legal Aid Services (Langata Women Prisons)
In this volunteer role, I provided legal counsel and conducted educational sessions for women inmates, empowering them with knowledge of their legal rights. I offered personalized support to address individual legal concerns, enhancing legal literacy among the inmate population.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
Mount Kenya University
Bachelor of Law (LLB), Law
2014 - 2017
Studied law with a focus on legal principles, compliance, and document management. Developed skills in legal research, contract drafting, and litigation management, preparing for a career in legal practice and compliance.
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