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Rose Nzuki

@rosenzuki

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Experienced commercial lawyer specializing in corporate transactions and compliance.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I seek a dynamic role that challenges my legal expertise and fosters professional growth in a collaborative environment.

I am a commercial lawyer with a decade of experience in corporate transactions, competition law, and cross-border mergers. My expertise encompasses financial services, fintech, and corporate law, focusing on regulatory compliance, tax, and employment law. I have successfully led multi-jurisdictional projects, providing legal solutions that align business objectives with regulatory requirements.

Throughout my career, I have advised on significant mergers and acquisitions, including a USD 291.3 million takeover that reshaped the African payments industry. My role as a Senior Associate at Sonal Raval Advocate involved guiding fintech clients through complex regulatory landscapes, ensuring compliance with financial regulations, and managing high-stakes legal matters. I pride myself on my adaptability to various regulated industries and my ability to provide strategic counsel across sectors.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Senior Associate

Sonal Raval Advocate

Jan 2016 - Jan 2024 (8 years)

Led legal advisory for fintech clients on payment processing, regulatory approvals, and licensing with the Central Bank of Kenya. Managed complex transactional due diligence for multi-million dollar mergers and acquisitions, ensuring cross-border anti-trust and regulatory compliance. Established and co-chaired the litigation department, while also advising on HR, employment law, data privacy, and

Regulatory Compliance Due Diligence Anti Trust Compliance Employment Law Data Privacy Intellectual Property Litigation Team Leadership Cross Border M&A

Associate Advocate

Mulwa & Mulwa Advocates

Mar 2014 - Dec 2015 (1 year 9 months)

Represented major underwriters in insurance defense litigation, managing all aspects from drafting pleadings to handling appellate-level proceedings. Led appellate matters, including preparing records of appeal, filing submissions, and providing strategic advice on pursuing appeals.

Insurance Defense Litigation Litigation Management Legal Research

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Kenya School of Law

Post Graduate Diploma, Law

Obtained a Post Graduate Diploma in Law, a prerequisite for admission to the Kenyan bar. This intensive program focused on practical legal training and professional ethics.

University of Nairobi

Bachelor of Laws, Law

Completed a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) degree, gaining a comprehensive understanding of legal principles and jurisprudence. The curriculum covered various aspects of public and private law, preparing for a career in the legal field.

Strathmore University

Certificate, Data Protection

Undertook CIPIT’s Data Protection Course, focusing on contemporary data privacy regulations and compliance strategies. This enhanced expertise in navigating local and international data protection laws.

WIPO Academy

Certificate, Intellectual Property

Completed the General Course on Intellectual Property, provided by the World Intellectual Property Organization. This course offered foundational knowledge in various aspects of intellectual property rights, including patents, trademarks, and copyrights.