Legal Associate — Family Law & Alternative Dispute Resolution
Law Firm
1-10 employees
0 Applicants · 119 Views
· Posted 46 days ago
Position Overview
Location:
Nairobi, Kenya 
Compensation:
KSh120,000 - KSh250,000/month
Experience:
2-4 years
Position:
Mid
Type:
Job
Practice Area:
Family Law
, Litigation
Remote:
No
Posted:
Deadline:
Jul 15, 2026
Job Description
Muthoga Gaturu seeks an Associate to handle family law and ADR matters. The firm has a strong family law practice covering matrimonial disputes, children's matters, succession, and domestic violence protection orders. The role also involves mediation and arbitration as Kenya's courts increasingly mandate ADR.
Responsibilities
Handle matrimonial disputes including divorce, maintenance, and property division. Represent clients in children's matters (custody, guardianship, adoption). Conduct mediations as required by the courts. Advise on estate administration and succession disputes. Handle domestic violence cases and obtain protection orders.
Requirements
Advocate of the High Court of Kenya. 2-4 years PQE in family law or general litigation. Mediation training or accreditation by the Mediation Accreditation Committee is an advantage. Sensitivity and emotional intelligence in handling domestic matters.
Compensation
KSh120,000 - KSh250,000/month
Practice Area
Position
Mid
Required Skills
Family law, Mediation, Succession law, Children matters, Domestic violence protection
Industry
Legal
Bar Admission Requirements
Bar Admission Required: Yes
Application Deadline
July 15, 2026
Employment Type
Full time
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