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Seamus Muriungi

@seamusmuriungi

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Certified Mediator and Advocate passionate about access to justice.

Kenya

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What I'm looking for

I am looking for a role that allows me to advance access to justice and engage in impactful legal advocacy.

I am a dedicated Advocate and Certified Mediator with a diverse background in public institutions, law firms, civil society, and research organizations. My expertise spans legal drafting, litigation support, mediation, compliance advisory, and contract negotiation. I pride myself on my strong interpersonal skills and attention to detail, which enable me to effectively manage multi-stakeholder legal matters.

Currently, I serve as a Legal Compliance & Advisory Associate at Madhani Advocates LLP, where I draft and file pleadings, represent clients in court, and conduct comprehensive legal research. My previous role as a Legal Officer at Jua Badili Civil Society Organization allowed me to support advocacy initiatives and engage in community awareness forums. I am passionate about advancing access to justice and policy-driven advocacy, and I continuously seek opportunities to contribute to meaningful legal reforms.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Associate Advocate

Current

Madhani Advocates LLP

Nov 2023 - Present (1 year 10 months)

Drafted and filed pleadings, motions, affidavits, and legal submissions across civil and commercial courts. Represented clients in court proceedings, mediation sessions, and negotiations while conducting comprehensive legal research to support case strategies and client opinions.

Legal Drafting Litigation Support Médiation Legal Research Compliance Dispute Resolution Court Procedures

Legal & Advocacy Officer

Jua Badili Civil Society Organization

Jan 2023 - Nov 2023 (10 months)

Drafted MOUs, employment contracts, NDAs, and service agreements, providing real-time legal support and advice on statutory obligations and institutional governance. Supported advocacy initiatives, policy reviews, and community awareness forums, ensuring compliance with organizational objectives and legal policies.

Legal Drafting Contract Review Policy Advocacy Legal Compliance Stakeholder Engagement Documentation Management

Legal Intern

B.G Kariuki & Co. Advocates

May 2022 - Jan 2023 (8 months)

Drafted legal documents including plaints, affidavits, and submissions, supporting court filing processes and maintaining case diaries. Conducted research on precedents and procedural rules, assisting in pre-trial preparations, client interviews, and document review.

Legal Drafting Court Filing Case Management Legal Research Document Review Litigation Support

Legal Clerk

Meru Law Courts

Jun 2021 - Apr 2022 (10 months)

Facilitated the registration of cases and maintained case records, typing and proofreading judgments, rulings, and court orders. Interpreted proceedings and provided support to litigants and court users, assisting judges and magistrates in daily court activities and research.

Case Registration Record keeping Proofreading Litigation Support Legal Research File Management

Data Clerk

National Council of Churches of Kenya

Sep 2018 - Jan 2019 (4 months)

Collected, validated, and entered program data into central databases, organizing files and records for easy retrieval and analysis. Supported the M&E team in tracking program indicators and field data, assisting in the preparation of reports and data audits.

Data Collection Data Validation Database Management File Organization M&E Support Report Preparation Data Auditing

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Nairobi

Master of Laws (LLM), Law

Currently pursuing a Master of Laws degree at the University of Nairobi, focusing on advanced legal studies. This program enhances expertise in specialized areas of law and legal research.

Kenya School of Law

Post Graduate Diploma in Law, Law

Completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Law at the Kenya School of Law, a crucial step for legal practice. This diploma provided practical legal training and prepared for admission to the bar.

University of Nairobi

Bachelor of Laws (LLB), Law

Earned a Bachelor of Laws degree from the University of Nairobi, building a foundational understanding of legal principles. This comprehensive program covered various aspects of law, preparing for a legal career.

Njia Boys Secondary School

Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education, General Studies

Completed secondary education at Njia Boys Secondary School, achieving the Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education. This foundational education provided a strong academic background for further studies.