Professional Experience

Kiptoo & Associates Advocates, Nairobi

Founded my own practice to deliver personalized, high-quality legal representation. Managing a diverse caseload across corporate, family, conveyancing, and employment law while building a client-centred firm that prioritizes outcomes over volume.

• Built a practice from the ground up to a 200+ active client base within four years
• Led successful high-value commercial transactions exceeding KES 500 million
• Achieved 92% client satisfaction rate with consistent positive outcomes
• Established the firm's pro bono programme providing free legal aid to 50+ clients annually

Muriu Mungai & Co. Advocates, Nairobi

Led a team of four associates handling complex corporate transactions, commercial disputes, and regulatory matters for blue-chip clients including listed companies and multinationals operating in Kenya.

• Advised on 12 cross-border M&A transactions across East Africa, valued at over USD 80 million
• Developed and maintained the firm's corporate secretariat practice
• Trained and mentored junior associates in corporate drafting and client management
• Represented clients before the Competition Authority of Kenya and Capital Markets Authority

Hamilton Harrison & Mathews Advocates, Nairobi

Gained extensive courtroom experience across the Magistrates' Courts and High Court, handling contentious family law matters, civil suits, and employment disputes. Developed strong advocacy and negotiation skills.

• Successfully argued 50+ contested cases in the Family and Commercial Divisions of the High Court
• Achieved favourable outcomes in over 85% of contested family law matters
• Introduced alternative dispute resolution (mediation) protocols that reduced litigation costs by 30%
• Recognized as the firm's top biller in 2016 among associates

Kenya School of Law / Coulson Harney Advocates

Completed the Kenya School of Law Advocates Training Programme and pupillage under experienced advocates, gaining foundational courtroom skills and professional practice knowledge across multiple legal disciplines.

• Graduated in the top 15% of the KSL Post-Graduate Diploma cohort
• Completed pupillage supervised by a Partner of 25+ years' experience
• Published first legal article in the Student Advocate Journal on divorce law reform