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Maritime & Shipping Lawyer

Mboya Wangong'u & Waiyaki Advocates · Mombasa, · Onsite · KSh200,000 - KSh400,000/month

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Position Overview

Location: Mombasa,

Compensation: KSh200,000 - KSh400,000/month

Experience: 3+ years

Position: Mid

Type: Job

Practice Area: Maritime Law

Remote: No

Posted: Mar 15, 2026

Deadline: Aug 31, 2026

Job Description

Exciting opportunity for a maritime lawyer to join our Mombasa office handling shipping disputes, port operations legal matters, and admiralty claims. The port of Mombasa is East Africa's largest port and our team advises on complex maritime commercial matters.

Responsibilities

Handle maritime claims and admiralty proceedings. Advise on bills of lading disputes and cargo claims. Represent clients in port authority matters. Draft charter party agreements and shipping contracts.

Requirements

LLB degree. Advocate of the High Court. 3+ years experience in maritime, shipping, or international trade law. Knowledge of the Merchant Shipping Act 2009.

Perks & Benefits

Legal career opportunities, Professional development, Competitive compensation, Health benefits, Retirement planning

Compensation

KSh200,000 - KSh400,000/month

Practice Area

Maritime Law

Position

Mid

Required Skills

Maritime law, Admiralty claims, Shipping contracts, International trade

Industry

Legal

Bar Admission Requirements

Bar Admission Required: Yes

Applicant Location Requirements

Applicants must be located in: US

Application Contact

Contact: Mboya Wangong'u & Waiyaki Advocates Hiring Team

Email: recruitment@mwwadvocates.co.ke

Application Deadline

August 31, 2026

Employment Type

Full time

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